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Taiwan’s opposition leader Cheng Li-wun, chairwoman of the Kuomintang (KMT), has called for renewed cross-strait dialogue during a visit to mainland China, amid heightened tensions in 2026. Speaking in Nanjing, Cheng invoked the legacy of Sun Yat-sen, emphasising “equality, inclusiveness, and unity” as principles for improving relations between Taiwan and Beijing. She described the trip…
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Madagascar has declared a 15-day state of energy emergency on Tuesday (7 March), citing severe fuel supply disruptions linked to the conflict in the Middle East. In a cabinet statement, authorities said the measure enables urgent interventions to stabilise energy supply and maintain essential public services. The announcement follows reports of widespread fuel shortages across…
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US President Trump said Tuesday (7 April) he has agreed to a two week “double sided CEASEFIRE” with Iran, “subject to the Islamic Republic of Iran agreeing to the COMPLETE, IMMEDIATE, and SAFE OPENING of the Strait of Hormuz”. In a Truth Social post, Trump said the decision followed discussions with Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz…
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The UN Security Council has failed to adopt a draft resolution on the Strait of Hormuz, as sharp exchanges between US Ambassador Mike Waltz and Iranian Ambassador Amir Saeid Iravani underscored escalating tensions over regional security and global shipping. Proposed by Bahrain and supported by Gulf States, the resolution received 11 votes in favour but…
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Türkiye, Jordan, and Syria have signed a trilateral memorandum of understanding on transport cooperation, aiming to enhance regional connectivity and trade along a key North-South corridor. Speaking in Amman, Turkish Transport and Infrastructure Minister Abdulkadir Uraloglu met with Jordanian Transport Minister Nidal Qatamin and Syrian Transport Minister Yarub Badr to formalise the initiative. Uraloglu described…
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Afghanistan’s Foreign Ministry described recent peace talks with Pakistan in Urumqi, China as constructive, following weeks of deadly cross-border clashes. The talks, which began on April 1 under Beijing’s invitation, aim to end fighting that erupted in February, displacing tens of thousands. Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi met China’s ambassador to thank Beijing and other…
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US Vice President JD Vance has voiced strong support for Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán during a joint press conference in Budapest, days before Hungary’s parliamentary election. Speaking alongside Orbán, Vance criticised alleged external influence on Hungary’s election, accusing EU institutions of undermining the country’s economy and energy independence. Vance’s visit comes ahead of the…
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Somalia is preparing to launch its first offshore oil drilling campaign, marking a significant step in its entry into the global energy market. A Turkish government-owned vessel is set to begin deepwater operations in the Arabian Sea, following seismic surveys that identified promising hydrocarbon reserves beneath offshore basins. Petroleum Minister Dahir Shire described the development…
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Vietnam’s Communist Party leader To Lam has been elected president, further consolidating power in one of Asia’s fastest-growing economies. Elected by the National Assembly to a five-year term, Lam becomes the first modern Vietnamese leader to simultaneously hold the roles of party chief and state president, centralising authority across party and state institutions. Lam said…
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US President Donald Trump revisited his concerns about the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) and allied contributions amid tensions surrounding the Iran conflict. Speaking at a press conference on Monday (6 April), Trump described NATO as a “paper tiger,” asserting that the alliance has not provided adequate support during key operations. Trump also singled out…
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