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World leaders will meet at UN General Assembly next week

Next week, over 130 global leaders will convene at the United Nations, confronted with the potential for escalating conflicts in the Middle East and Europe, frustration over the sluggish pace of peace initiatives, and intensifying climate and humanitarian challenges. The ongoing strife between Israel and Hamas in the Gaza Strip, along with Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, is expected to take center stage during the annual … Continue reading World leaders will meet at UN General Assembly next week

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South Korea’s Yoon optimistic for completion of nuclear deal with Czech Republic

South Korea is optimistic about overcoming challenges related to its multi-billion dollar nuclear plant project in the Czech Republic, despite objections from EDF and Westinghouse, as stated by President Yoon Suk Yeol in an interview with Reuters. In a written response prior to his visit to the Czech Republic from September 19-22, Yoon emphasized that part of his trip’s purpose is to ensure the seamless … Continue reading South Korea’s Yoon optimistic for completion of nuclear deal with Czech Republic

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Malaysia’s Sultan Ibrahim will discuss infrastructure projects during four-day visit to China

Sultan Ibrahim of Malaysia is set to embark on a four-day visit to China, as announced by the Chinese foreign ministry on Wednesday. The ceremonial leader from Johor is expected to seek assistance in revitalizing projects that enhance connectivity with neighboring Singapore. Having been appointed as the 17th king of Malaysia in January, Sultan Ibrahim is part of a distinctive monarchy system where the heads … Continue reading Malaysia’s Sultan Ibrahim will discuss infrastructure projects during four-day visit to China

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Germany pledges additional 100 million euros support for Ukraine this winter

Germany will allocate an additional 100 million euros (approximately $111 million) in support for Ukraine this winter, as announced by German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock during her visit to Moldova on Tuesday. Baerbock highlighted that Russia is once again preparing for a “winter war” aimed at exacerbating the hardships faced by the Ukrainian population. This statement was made prior to a ministerial conference in Chisinau. … Continue reading Germany pledges additional 100 million euros support for Ukraine this winter

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Kazakh President urges Scholz to endorse China’s peace initiative for Ukraine

Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev urged German Chancellor Olaf Scholz during a meeting on Monday to abandon the notion that Russia can be defeated militarily and to endorse China’s peace initiative for Ukraine, a proposal that Scholz declined. This marks Scholz’s inaugural official visit to Central Asia as Germany seeks alternative energy and mineral sources following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. While Kazakhstan maintains a close relationship … Continue reading Kazakh President urges Scholz to endorse China’s peace initiative for Ukraine

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Iran’s president will attend the BRICS summit in Russia

Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian is scheduled to participate in the forthcoming BRICS summit in Russia, as reported by Tehran’s ambassador in Moscow on Sunday. This announcement comes amid escalating tensions with Western nations regarding military collaboration between Iran and Russia. U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken stated on Tuesday that Russia has acquired ballistic missiles from Iran, which are expected to be deployed in Ukraine … Continue reading Iran’s president will attend the BRICS summit in Russia

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China signs new financial cooperation agreement with debt-ridden Maldives

On Friday, China’s central bank announced that it has entered into an agreement with the Maldivian government aimed at enhancing trade and investment, as the financially troubled Indian Ocean nation seeks to avert default. The People’s Bank of China and the Maldivian Ministry of Economic Development and Trade formalized a memorandum of understanding to promote local currency transactions for current account activities and direct investments, … Continue reading China signs new financial cooperation agreement with debt-ridden Maldives

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European & Muslim countries gather in Spain to discuss Palestinian statehood

Spain convened a high-level meeting on Friday with several Muslim and European nations to discuss strategies for ending the Gaza conflict, emphasizing the need for a definitive timeline for the international community to implement a two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian issue. Spanish Foreign Minister Jose Manuel Albares stated, “We gather to advocate for an end to the violence in Gaza and to find a resolution … Continue reading European & Muslim countries gather in Spain to discuss Palestinian statehood

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Russia has expelled six British diplomats from the country

On Friday, Russia’s FSB security service announced the revocation of accreditation for six British diplomats in Moscow, citing allegations of espionage and sabotage. This action reflects the Kremlin’s displeasure with what it perceives as London’s significant involvement in supporting Ukraine. The British government dismissed these claims as “completely baseless,” interpreting the move as a retaliatory measure following the UK’s expulsion of the Russian defense attaché … Continue reading Russia has expelled six British diplomats from the country

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Spain to host Foreign ministers from Muslim and European nations on Palestinian statehood

Foreign ministers from various Muslim and European nations are set to convene in Madrid on Friday to explore the implementation of a two-state solution for the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, as announced by the Spanish and Norwegian governments. Spanish Foreign Minister Jose Manuel Albares will preside over the meeting, which will include his European counterparts, European Union foreign policy chief Josep Borrell, and representatives from the Arab-Islamic … Continue reading Spain to host Foreign ministers from Muslim and European nations on Palestinian statehood

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