Europe’s colonial history and double standard
Europe is at best divided on the question of confronting its dark colonial history, prompting one to question its sincerity towards human rights and international order.
Geopolitics
Global logistics under pressure from Russia’s invasion
It was expected that the Trans-Siberian Railway would serve as an alternative to sea freight, but there are no prospects for resuming the use of the railway for logistics.
Russia, Ukraine blame each other after peace talks stall
The Kremlin said on Wednesday (May 18) that Ukraine was showing no willingness to continue peace talks, but officials in Kyiv blamed Russia for the lack of progress.
South Korea to join US-led economic initiative: Presidential office
The IPEF was first introduced when Biden made the proposal at the East Asia Summit last October.
North Korea likely to launch ICBM within 48 to 96 hours: US official
While the official did not provide specific details on the latest satellite imagery they observed, he said that the launch site is located near Pyongyang.
Russian soldier pleads guilty at first Kyiv war crimes trial
He is accused of killing a 62-year-old civilian in northeast Ukraine in the first days of the Kremlin’s offensive.
South Korean research ship sailed within Japan’s EEZ: Foreign ministry
Under international law, foreign vessels are free to sail through EEZs, but permission from the coastal state is required to conduct marine surveys and other activities.
Pakistan foreign minister Bilawal holds ‘productive’ meeting with Blinken
The foreign minister said he had in-depth discussions on issues impacting regional peace and security, including Afghanistan.
ASEAN-US: On the same page, but not in the same boat on Indo-Pacific
The writer says the best way to move forward is for the US to continue to build trust with ASEAN and realize its commitments to upholding peace and prosperity in the Indo-Pacific.
Vietnam to play more active role at UN: PM
He also reiterated Vietnam’s strong commitments to multilateralism and world order based on international law and the UN Charter.