South Korean President Lee Jae Myung and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi met on the sidelines of the G7 summit in France and agreed to advance their bilateral ties to a new level. They aim to strengthen cooperation in economy, culture, and society, acknowledging past underutilization of their countries' potential.
Russian Ambassador to China Igor Morgulov stated that Russia and China offer an exemplary model of cooperation between two major neighboring powers, highlighting the comprehensive nature of their ties which serve national interests and promote a multipolar world order.
Italian President Sergio Mattarella met with Korean President Lee Jae-myung, praising South Korea's industrial excellence and the growing appeal of K-culture among young Italians. The leaders agreed to elevate bilateral relations to a 'special strategic partnership' with a joint action plan for 2030.
An EU-China meeting planned for June 23 in Beijing has been postponed indefinitely. Olof Skoog, deputy secretary general of the EU's External Action Service, was scheduled to visit Beijing to prepare for a potential visit by Kaja Kallas. Chinese foreign ministry spokesman Lin Jian confirmed communication channels remain open.
Xi Jinping attends state banquet in Pyongyang, reaffirms strong historical ties with North Korea, pledges unwavering support to Kim and the nation, and seeks enhanced exchanges in policy, law enforcement, and military.
Italy's Ambassador to Cuba, Simona De Martino, celebrated the 80th anniversary of the Italian Republic, wishing prosperity to the Cuban people amidst difficulties and emphasizing strong bilateral friendship. She also highlighted the importance of dialogue and human rights, noting the historic first vote by Italian women in 1946.
French President Macron visited Montenegro, marking the first presidential visit to the country. He discussed strengthening bilateral relations, economic cooperation in health, infrastructure, and energy, and reiterated France's support for Montenegro's EU accession. Macron also addressed the new ceasefire between Lebanon and Israel.
Beijing condemned Philippine Defence Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr.'s remarks calling China a 'severe threat,' accusing him of damaging bilateral trust and showing ingratitude for Chinese aid. China's foreign ministry urged Manila to prevent 'clowns' from sabotaging ties.
Beijing has condemned Philippine Defence Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr.'s remarks calling China a "severe threat," stating the comments damaged bilateral trust and showed ingratitude for Chinese aid. China's foreign ministry urged Manila to prevent "clowns" from sabotaging ties.
Cumhurbaşkanı Erdoğan, Hollanda Başbakanı Rob Jetten ile telefonla görüştü. Görüşmede ikili ilişkiler, bölgesel ve küresel konular ele alındı. Erdoğan, Gazze'deki gelişmelere dikkat çekerek Hollanda'nın desteğini istedi.
President Erdoğan spoke with Dutch PM Rob Jetten, congratulating him on his new role and expressing a desire to strengthen dialogue and cooperation. They discussed bilateral relations, regional conflicts, and the need for a comprehensive partnership between Turkey and the EU, with a focus on the Gaza and West Bank situations.
India's Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal stated that participation in the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF) is significant due to proactively developing bilateral ties with Russia, particularly in economic and trade areas.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov stated that Russia is and will remain a reliable supplier of energy and food to Southeast Asian countries, emphasizing the importance of political dialogue and cooperation on the 50th anniversary of Russia-Philippines diplomatic relations.
Hong Kong leader John Lee met with Kazakh President Tokayev and Deputy PM Zhumangarin to boost economic ties. Lee encouraged Kazakh businesses to leverage Hong Kong's financial hub status for access to mainland China and Asian markets.
A protest occurred after Japan and the Philippines agreed to a comprehensive strategic partnership, including security and maritime cooperation, prompting China to assert its EEZ and continental shelf rights in the area east of Taiwan.
China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi emphasized the intent to strengthen China-Panama relations, unaffected by third-party interference, amidst a dispute over Panama Canal port operations that has drawn US pressure.
South Korea's 3,000-ton submarine, the Dosan Ahn Changho, completed its first-ever Pacific crossing to arrive in Victoria, Canada. A welcoming ceremony, including a water-mixing ritual symbolizing bilateral cooperation, was held with high-ranking officials from both navies in attendance.
Russian President Vladimir Putin and King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa of Bahrain discussed the situation around Iran, stressing the need for a swift political and diplomatic resolution that respects regional interests. They also affirmed their commitment to enhancing bilateral cooperation.
ABD Dışişleri Bakanı Marco Rubio ve Hindistan Dışişleri Bakanı Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, Tahran ve Hürmüz Boğazı'ndaki gelişmeleri görüştü. Rubio, İran ile nükleer anlaşma konusunda ilerleme olduğunu ancak nihai hedefin İran'ın nükleer silaha sahip olmaması olduğunu belirtti.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced a new 'America First' visa scheduling system in New Delhi, prioritizing business professionals and investors crucial to US economic and strategic interests. The initiative aims to strengthen India-US ties and bilateral engagement, while also including stricter security checks.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio visited India to discuss energy security, stressing US exports to diversify India's supply and prevent geopolitical disruptions. He met PM Modi, inviting him to the White House and discussing Middle East, critical supply chains, and emerging technologies.
Russian President Vladimir Putin met with Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping in Beijing. The visit, coinciding with the 25th anniversary of a friendship treaty, focuses on economic cooperation and international issues, particularly the wars in Ukraine and Iran, and China's role as Russia's top trading partner.
Russian President Vladimir Putin met with Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping in Beijing to discuss economic cooperation and key international issues. The visit follows Donald Trump's trip to China and occurs as the two nations celebrate the 25th anniversary of their treaty of friendship.
PM Narendra Modi arrived in Rome for a bilateral visit with Italian PM Giorgia Meloni. Discussions will focus on strengthening cooperation, including the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC), and aim to reach 20 billion euros in bilateral trade by 2029.
