China, Russia accuse US at UN of stoking North Korea tensions
Washington believes North Korea, which has carried out a blitz of sanctions-busting weapons tests this year, is poised to test a new nuclear weapon.
Indonesia shifts G-20 focus to energy security
One of the main challenges for Indonesia's G20 presidency was the economic sanctions imposed on the Russian Federation, as geopolitical considerations hampered discussions on the…
South Korea’s Yoon faces diplomatic test at Nato summit
Nato has invited leaders from four Asia-Pacific countries - nonmembers South Korea, Japan, Australia and New Zealand - for the first time.
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.
Vietnam elected as one of UN General Assembly vice-presidents
Other countries elected as Vice Presidents include Malaysia, Nepal, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Israel and Australia.
South Korea, Ukraine discuss post-war reconstruction in closed-door meeting
Since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in February, the Korean government has provided $40 million worth of humanitarian aid to the Ukrainian government and people.
Flood of Ukraine refugees puts bloc under strain
According to a think tank, hosting Ukrainian refugees could cost the European Union 43 billion euros, which constitutes about a quarter of their overall budget for 2022.