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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UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan met Friedrich Merz, Chancellor of Germany, in Abu Dhabi on Friday (6 February) to strengthen bilateral relations and expand cooperation across key strategic sectors. Talks at Qasr Al Shati focused on deepening partnerships in energy security, advanced technology, and innovation, while both leaders stressed the…
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The United States has accused China of conducting an undisclosed nuclear explosive test in 2020, raising fresh tensions over global arms control and the future of nuclear testing norms. Speaking at the Conference on Disarmament in Geneva, U.S. Undersecretary of State for Arms Control Thomas DiNanno alleged Beijing carried out a yield-producing test on 22…
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Bahrain and France have signed a bilateral defence agreement to strengthen military cooperation, strategic intelligence sharing and defence industry collaboration. The deal, announced by the office of French President Emmanuel Macron, highlights growing France–Gulf security ties amid heightened Middle East geopolitical tensions. The agreement was finalised during King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa’s visit to…
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The United States and Russia have agreed to restore high-level military dialogue following talks in Abu Dhabi, linked to discussions on the Ukraine war. According to US European Command, the renewed engagement will provide consistent military-to-military communication to support efforts towards lasting peace and reduce escalation risks. The move reflects a diplomatic shift between the…
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The New START treaty between Russia and the United States has expired, ending the last remaining limits on their strategic nuclear arsenals. The treaty capped deployed missiles, launchers and warheads, shaping global nuclear arms control for decades. Russian President Vladimir Putin proposed extending key treaty provisions for one year. US President Donald Trump did not…
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Ukraine and Russia have begun a second day of US-brokered negotiations in Abu Dhabi, aimed at ending Europe’s most destructive conflict since the Second World War. Rustem Umerov, Ukraine’s chief negotiator, described initial discussions as “meaningful and productive,” focusing on practical solutions. Kirill Dmitriev, envoy to Russian President Vladimir Putin, reported “positive movement forward” and…
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The United States has outlined plans to form a preferential trade bloc with allies to secure critical mineral supply chains, with Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio presenting the proposal in Washington. The initiative aims to reduce reliance on concentrated mineral processing and strengthen supplies vital to semiconductors, electric vehicles, and…
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Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping held a videoconference on Wednesday (4 February), reaffirming their China–Russia strategic partnership and outlining plans to expand cooperation across economic, diplomatic, and cultural sectors. Both leaders highlighted 2026 as a milestone year, marking the 25th anniversary of the Treaty of Good-Neighbourliness and Friendly Cooperation and continued…
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Russia and Myanmar have formalised a five-year military cooperation agreement, sealing a partnership analysts suggest remains vital for the junta’s survival amidst ongoing civil unrest and international sanctions.. The pact was announced following a visit to Myanmar by Sergei Shoigu, the Russian Security Council Secretary, on Monday (2 February). The agreement reinforces Moscow’s role as…
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China and Uruguay have expanded their comprehensive strategic partnership after President Yamandú Orsi met President Xi Jinping in Beijing, signing multiple cooperation agreements across science, technology, and trade. Orsi described the visit as part of Uruguay’s strategy to strengthen international engagement and support long-term national development. President Xi Jinping emphasised cooperation towards a multipolar world…
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