Russia is hours away from its first foreign default in a century
The country tipped very near to such a moment earlier this year, but managed a last-ditch escape by switching payment methods.
Jokowi sets off to Europe on Russia-Ukraine peace mission
Before his departure, Jokowi claimed his effort to broker peace between Russia and Ukraine was crucial not only for Indonesia but also for other developing countries.
President Yoon set to meet US, Japanese leaders for first time in 5 years, expand cooperation with NATO
He is scheduled to make his in-person debut on the multilateral diplomatic stage at the NATO leaders’ summit held from Wednesday to Thursday (June 29-30) in Madrid.
G-7 summit kicks off under shadow of Ukraine war, stagflation risk
Climate change, an increasingly assertive China and the rise of authoritarianism are also set to be on the agenda.
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.
EU grants Ukraine candidate status in ‘historic moment’
The move, which also sees Moldova being granted candidate status, kick-starts the EU's most ambitious expansion since it welcomed Eastern European states after the Cold War.
US calls South Korea, ‘important partner’ to NATO alliance
South Korea is not a member of NATO but is participating in the summit for the first time as a partner state, along with three other Indo-Pacific countries - Japan, Australia and…
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…
G-20 pandemic fund set to launch this month: Indonesia finance minister
Sri Mulyani also reported that the G20 ministers had discussed potential arrangements for financial and health coordination for future pandemic protection.
Putin pushes for stronger ties with Brics nations amid unprecedented sanctions
The barrage of Western sanctions against Moscow has pushed Mr Putin to seek new markets and strengthen ties with countries in Africa and Asia.