Vietnam, Hungary’s parliaments sign new cooperation agreement
The two sides will implement a mechanism to regularly exchange information on legislative activities, and on bilateral and multilateral international treaties to which both…
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G-20 environment ministers to issue joint communiqué pushing climate action
The working group previously met for its first session in Yogyakarta in March, and will conclude at the G-20 Environment Ministers’ Meeting in Bali in August.
MSDF training vessel docks in London, marks 120th anniversary of Japan-UK alliance
It was the first time in six years for a Maritime Self-Defense Force training vessel to call at London. This latest visit echoes a stopover in Japan by the Royal Navy’s Carrier…
Vietnam will help Mozambique ensure food security: President
With bilateral trade only US$200 million, the President suggested that both promote trade to a level commensurate with their market size.
Albanese, Ardern say ‘in lockstep’ on Pacific, climate
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese also said the two countries shared concerns about the Pacific as China pushes to expand its influence in the region.
Ukraine war will disrupt gas market long term, Russia’s nuclear energy may be hit
US energy specialist Ernest Moniz posits that if Russia loses significant market share, “other players such as China, Japan, Europe and the US will have to step in”.
Stalemate with Russia ‘not an option’: Zelensky
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky further said the ultimate aim is the "full de-occupation of our entire territory".
2022 a year of tough trade-offs: IMF deputy managing director
The Covid-19 crisis is showing signs of easing, but the crisis in Ukraine presents a new set of headaches for leaders, raising concerns over the sustainability of economic growth.
Russian general killed in eastern Ukraine: Russian state media reporter
The report was published on the Telegram app by state television reporter Alexander Sladkov but it did not mention when or where Major General Roman Kutuzov was killed.
Blinken’s China speech: Biden administration still competitive but less combative, say experts
Experts noted that Mr Blinken's speech, while critical of China, was not as confrontational as it could have been, especially compared with the previous administration.