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DIPLOMACY

China supports Trump’s Ukraine peace initiative at the G20, while U.S. allies back Zelenskiy

China expressed its support for U.S. President Donald Trump‘s initiative to negotiate a deal with Russia aimed at resolving the conflict in Ukraine during a G20 meeting in South Africa on Thursday. Meanwhile, U.S. allies rallied behind Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy. In the early days of his presidency, Trump significantly altered U.S. policy regarding the war, abandoning a strategy to isolate Moscow following a phone … Continue reading China supports Trump’s Ukraine peace initiative at the G20, while U.S. allies back Zelenskiy

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South African President Cyril Ramaphosa
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South Africa responds to criticisms from Trump and Musk regarding its land policy

South Africa responded on Monday to criticisms of its land expropriation policy from U.S. President Donald Trump and his South African-born billionaire supporter, Elon Musk. Trump had stated that he would halt funding to South Africa over the issue, claiming without evidence that “South Africa is confiscating land” and that “certain classes of people” are being treated “very badly.” “I will be cutting off all … Continue reading South Africa responds to criticisms from Trump and Musk regarding its land policy

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Taiwan reports that South Africa has set a deadline of March for relocating its office from Pretoria

The South African government has set a deadline for Taiwan to move its de facto embassy from Pretoria by the end of March, according to the Taiwanese Foreign Ministry, which attributes this action to pressure from China. Since severing official diplomatic relations with Taiwan in 1997, South Africa has maintained formal and strong ties exclusively with China, which considers the self-governing island as part of … Continue reading Taiwan reports that South Africa has set a deadline of March for relocating its office from Pretoria

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Trump warns BRICS countries against moving away from the US dollar by threatening tariffs

President Donald Trump issued a warning on Thursday to BRICS member nations regarding their potential efforts to replace the U.S. dollar as the global reserve currency. He reiterated a previous threat of imposing 100% tariffs, which he first mentioned shortly after his election victory in November. “We will demand a commitment from these seemingly adversarial countries that they will not establish a new BRICS currency … Continue reading Trump warns BRICS countries against moving away from the US dollar by threatening tariffs

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Indonesia will boost defense collaborations and strengthen maritime security, says a top diplomat

Indonesia plans to enhance its current defense partnerships and intensify its approach to strategic matters affecting its sovereignty, particularly in areas such as maritime security and the protection of sea routes and fisheries, as stated by its foreign minister on Friday. Sugiono, who is known by a single name, emphasized that Indonesia will persist in advocating for the establishment of a code of conduct between … Continue reading Indonesia will boost defense collaborations and strengthen maritime security, says a top diplomat

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What benefits will the UAE gain from joining BRICS, and what advantages will BRICS receive from its inclusion?

The United Arab Emirates is an emerging nation characterized by its ambitious economic and political objectives. In its pursuit of diversification, the UAE is actively enhancing its global connections and striving to elevate its status on the international stage. This effort unfolds against a backdrop of significant shifts in global politics, as the traditional world order, which has governed international relations for decades, increasingly fails … Continue reading What benefits will the UAE gain from joining BRICS, and what advantages will BRICS receive from its inclusion?

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DIPLOMACY

Uganda is scheduled to officially become a member of the BRICS partnership on January 1

Uganda is set to officially join the BRICS partnership on January 1, as announced by Yury Ushakov, an aide to Russian President Vladimir Putin, during a press briefing on Monday. He noted that Uganda is among nine nations that have expressed their willingness to attain this status. In November of the previous year, US President Joe Biden removed Uganda, along with the Central African Republic, … Continue reading Uganda is scheduled to officially become a member of the BRICS partnership on January 1

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Indonesia remains committed to pursuing BRICS membership despite potential tariff threats from Trump

Indonesia is proceeding with cautious determination to join BRICS, despite a warning from U.S. President-elect Donald Trump regarding potential tariff increases on members of the Russia- and China-led coalition if it continues to pursue its aim of creating an alternative to the U.S. dollar in global trade. During a parliamentary meeting this month with the Indonesian Foreign Ministry, lawmakers voiced their apprehensions about Trump’s threats. … Continue reading Indonesia remains committed to pursuing BRICS membership despite potential tariff threats from Trump

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Russia collaborates with BRICS to establish an AI alliance, according to Putin

President Vladimir Putin announced on Wednesday that Russia plans to collaborate with BRICS partners and other nations to advance artificial intelligence, aiming to counter the United States’ leading position in this vital technology of the 21st century. During Russia’s premier AI conference, Putin revealed that the newly formed AI Alliance Network would encompass national associations and development institutions focused on AI from BRICS nations and … Continue reading Russia collaborates with BRICS to establish an AI alliance, according to Putin

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China addresses Trump’s challenge to BRICS

China will persist in enhancing collaboration with its BRICS partners despite the potential imposition of tariffs by US President-elect Donald Trump, stated Foreign Ministry Spokesman Lin Jian on Tuesday. Trump has recently indicated that BRICS nations could face 100% tariffs on their exports to the United States if they attempt to establish a new currency or support an existing one as a competitor to the … Continue reading China addresses Trump’s challenge to BRICS

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