Russia’s war is turbocharging the world’s addiction to coal
The world's addiction to coal, a fuel many thought would soon be on the way out, is now stronger than ever – owing to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
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After Ukraine, why Moldova may be in Russia’s sights
Moldova’s value to Moscow lies in allowing Russia to expand its military options while the country goes about trying to recover parts of the old Soviet empire.
Indonesia’s foreign minister Retno wraps up G-20 tour as Russia boycott issue lingers
While the war in Ukraine has driven Western countries closer together, it has also sown discord among G-20 members, with Moscow’s participation at the Bali summit a contested…
China-Solomon Island pact prompts US to focus on power balance in Pacific
The United States is expected to express its concerns over China’s growing influence in the region directly during its upcoming visits.
Global tourism to recover by 2023, post 10-year growth spurt
The industry is expected to post an annual average growth rate of 5.8 percent from 2022 to 2032 and create 126 million new jobs.
Ukraine proposes negotiations with Russia in besieged Mariupol
Top Ukraine negotiator Mykhailo Podolyak tweeted that Ukraine is ready to hold a “special round of negotiations” with Russia.
Kremlin insiders alarmed over growing toll of Putin’s war in Ukraine
They believe that Putin's commitment to continue the invasion will doom Russia to years of isolation and heightened tension.
Ukraine war and the reliance on Russian energy
The writer says the dependence on Russian fossil fuels has somewhat deterred the onslaught of sanctions against them, but the consequences don't end there.
Investment in water and sanitation is crucial
Many climate-vulnerable countries have some of the lowest levels of access to water and sanitation in the world.
No final declaration at G-20 finance ministers summit: Source
Western nations are also preparing to stage coordinated walk-outs and other diplomatic snubs to protest against Russia's invasion of Ukraine.