Category: Global
Coverage of geopolitics, international relations, and current affairs from a global perspective, including international organisations, cross-border cooperation, climate summits, and worldwide security trends.
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German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has outlined a joint initiative with Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa to support the voluntary return of Syrian refugees from Germany to Syria, alongside reconstruction efforts. Speaking in Berlin, Merz said many Syrians had contributed to German society but indicated most wished to return and assist in rebuilding infrastructure, including schools and…
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China’s Vice President Han Zheng has called for expanded China–Seychelles strategic partnership and practical cooperation during an official visit marking 50 years of diplomatic ties. Meeting President Patrick Herminie and Vice President Sebastien Pillay, Han conveyed greetings from President Xi Jinping and emphasised follow-through on agreements reached at the 2024 FOCAC Beijing Summit, where relations…
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US President Donald Trump said negotiations with Iran are “moving along very nicely” following talks, while confirming continued US military activity targeting Iranian positions. Speaking aboard Air Force One on Sunday (29 March), President Trump stated that US forces, including the Navy and Air Force, had struck “many targets” during the day. He added that…
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A group of 66 members of the World Trade Organization (WTO) has agreed interim arrangements to implement the E-Commerce Agreement, marking the first global baseline for digital trade rules. The deal, announced at the WTO’s 14th Ministerial Conference on Saturday (28 March), covers economies representing around 70% of global trade. It establishes a pathway for…
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Ukraine–Qatar defence cooperation has been formalised following a visit by President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to Doha, as Kyiv expands security partnerships across the Gulf. The agreement, confirmed by the Qatari defence ministry, focuses on military technology collaboration, joint investment, and expertise-sharing in counter-drone and missile defence systems. It follows similar arrangements with Saudi Arabia and the…
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China has announced new investigations into US trade practices, responding to Washington’s recent Section 301 probes and signalling rising US–China trade tensions ahead of a planned leaders’ meeting. China’s Ministry of Commerce said the measures aim to safeguard national economic interests, warning that US actions could harm Chinese firms and potentially breach World Trade Organization…
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Ukraine and Saudi Arabia have signed a defence cooperation agreement, establishing a framework for future contracts, joint technology development, and investment, according to President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Zelenskyy said the framework agreement was signed ahead of a meeting with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. “We are ready to share our expertise and systems with Saudi…
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NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte presented the Alliance’s 2025 Annual Report on Thursday (26 March 2026), emphasising that “Russia remains the most significant and dire threat to security in the Euroatlantic area.” Rutte outlined growing security challenges, including Russian airspace violations, hybrid threats, cyber attacks, and interference supported by China, Iran, North Korea, and Belarus.…
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The Philippines and France have signed a visiting forces agreement (VFA) enabling joint military training on each other’s territory, marking a step forward in bilateral defence cooperation. Philippine Defence Secretary Gilberto Teodoro and French Minister for the Armed Forces and Veterans Catherine Vautrin formalised the agreement in Paris on Thursday (26 March), citing shared concerns…
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Speaking during a Cabinet meeting on Thursday (26 March), US President Donald Trump said Iran was “begging to make a deal” as the US–Iran war entered its 27th day, claiming Tehran was privately pursuing negotiations despite publicly denying talks. He added that US operations were progressing ahead of schedule and suggested Iranian authorities viewed the…
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