Indonesia condemns Israel’s forced eviction of Palestinians in East Jerusalem
Indonesia, the most populous Muslim-majority country, said the move was “unjustifiable” under international law.
UNSC fails to agree on imposing UN sanctions on North Koreans
The UNSC held a closed-door meeting on a spate of ballistic missile tests by North Korea at the request of several member countries.
Taliban PM calls on Muslim nations to recognise Afghan govt
No country has yet recognised the Taliban, with most watching to see how the group restrict freedoms.
China says some US officials granted visas for Beijing Games
A spokesperson said the US delegation comprises a large number of government officials, with many holding diplomatic or service passports.
Indonesia can lead G-20 in sustainable energy transition
With over 70% of global greenhouse gases attributed to the energy sector, energy transition sits at the core of climate change mitigation.
China’s Li Keqiang pledges to promote growth of China-Germany ties
He also said China is ready to hold a new round of intergovernmental consultations at an early date.
The Quad adjusts to ASEAN: Jakarta Post contributor
The writer says the Quad offers opportunities for diversifying sources for their future development.
US expected to have new ambassador to Philippines before May polls
At present, the U.S. Embassy in Manila is being headed by Chargé d’Affaires, ad interim Heather Variava.
US lays out detailed case against China’s South China Sea claims
The paper is an update of a 2014 study that similarly disputed the so-called "nine-dash line" that forms the basis for much of Beijing's stance.
China, Gulf states to seek broader ties
Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Bahrain and Oman are four major members of the Gulf Cooperation Council, China's largest source of oil imports.