Moments that made a diplomatic fiasco
Diplomacy is not just about policies and deals but also about personalities, communication, and the careful management of egos.
Geopolitics
Japan PM Ishiba seeks continued U.S. involvement in Ukraine
The Prime Minister also called for unity among the Group of Seven nations, which includes four European countries.
Demand growing for K-pop shows in Hong Kong, Macau, Taiwan: Will China loosen Hallyu ban?
China has maintained a de facto ban on Korean entertainment and cultural products since 2016, following Seoul’s decision to deploy a US antimissile battery on the Korean…
Thai foreign minister seeks support from Qatar for release of last Thai hostage in Gaza
Discussions also cover enhanced cooperation in three strategic areas.
Taiwan turns to companies in Ukraine for China contingency planning
“We hope to learn from Ukraine’s first-hand experiences – how private companies helped build the resilience of its government and society during wartime,” said a senior…
Russia, Myanmar sign agreement on small-scale nuclear plant construction
Last year, bilateral trade between the two countries increased by approximately 40 %, reaching around US$2 billion. Both countries are ready to further boost mutual trade and are…
Japan, U.K. likely to reaffirm energy cooperation at 2+2 talks
The economic ministers intend to sign a memorandum of understanding on cooperation in offshore wind power, with the aim of further strengthening economic ties between the two…
Private sector, cutting-edge tech in focus as China prepares to take on the US
China will also encourage existing foreign companies to reinvest in the country and support their collaboration with firms that can strengthen their industrial chains, said…
US President Trump bemoans Korean tariffs, calls for repeal of CHIPS Act
In a statement issued later in the day, Seoul’s Industry Ministry explained that Korea’s Most Favored Nation tariff rate is 13.4 percent — compared to the US rate of 3.3…
French Navy aircraft carrier visits Singapore as part of 5-month mission in region
The nuclear-powered aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle, is docked at RSS Singapura – Changi Naval Base together with the frigates Alsace and Forbin as part of the French…