L'ancien président vénézuélien Nicolas Maduro, arrêté en janvier par l'armée américaine et incarcéré à Brooklyn, a appelé au "dialogue" et au "respect mutuel" via Telegram, alors que pouvoir et opposition s'apprêtent à entamer des pourparlers sous supervision américaine.
Venezuela's imprisoned former leader Nicolas Maduro welcomed dialogue for peace and reconciliation, ahead of a US-backed meeting between the interim government and opposition. The Venezuelan foreign ministry announced a roadmap for talks on diplomatic normalization with the US.
Hong Kong's first "new style Legco dialogue" with Chief Executive John Lee focused on enhancing communication. Lawmakers proposed revamping the 1823 public inquiry hotline with AI, mirroring Beijing's 12345 model, and transforming post offices into resident service centers to improve public services and accountability.
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman urged US President Donald Trump to prioritize dialogue with Iran and de-escalate tensions in the Gulf, hours before Trump announced a halt to planned strikes, citing a potential deal.
The 59th ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in Manila provided a rare neutral platform for major powers like the US, China, and Russia to engage amidst global tensions, reaffirming ASEAN's centrality in regional diplomacy and addressing issues like the South China Sea and energy security.
Le dialogue politique en présentiel entre le pouvoir et l'opposition au Venezuela débutera la semaine prochaine à Caracas, après un report. Encouragé par le président Trump, ce processus vise une transition politique et un calendrier électoral, bien que Maria Corina Machado n'y participe pas.
Chinese scholars, including Shanghai Academy of Natural Sciences president Lu Bai, discussed with Wired co-founder Kevin Kelly the challenges hindering China's scientific and tech progress, citing growing external resistance, a narrowing path for replication, and internal institutional rigidities.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino faces widespread calls for resignation or legal removal following a series of controversies, including a failed plan to sell World Cup portions and criticism over governance, leading UEFA to threaten boycotts and other federations to consider withdrawing support.
Estonian Prime Minister Kaja Kallas is planning her first solo trip to Beijing since 2024 for a strategic dialogue. The agenda includes China's relations with Russia, Middle East crises, and Taiwan. Insiders describe an already tense encounter, with Kallas pressing Wang Yi on China's support for Russia.
India urges de-escalation in West Asia after a surge in hostilities, condemning attacks on vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, which affected Indian nationals, and emphasizes the need for free navigation and peace in the region.
China's top tech companies denied a US congressional delegation meetings, reflecting Beijing's selective AI diplomacy approach amid narrowing dialogue channels despite ongoing AI safety talks.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi states Iran's actions are targeted against the US, not neighboring Middle Eastern countries, with plans for post-conflict dialogue and trust restoration.
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The European Commission seeks de-escalation with the US after fining Google €890 million under the Digital Markets Act, which angered Washington and jeopardized transatlantic trade dialogue. Brussels aims to engage while preserving its regulatory autonomy.
The Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) plans to merge its current dialogue partners and observers into a single "SCO partner" category, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov announced in Cholpon-Ata. This move, affecting 17 countries, is part of preparations for the upcoming SCO summit in Bishkek this fall.
Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Andrey Rudenko stated Moscow advocates for continued dialogue between Tehran and Washington to prevent negative consequences in the Middle East, following recent US strikes on Iran and subsequent Iranian retaliation across the region.
A rabbi discusses the resilience and challenges of Jewish communities in Muslim-majority states, advocating for Europe to recognize and support their continued existence, highlighting their historical presence and the shared interest in defending religious freedoms.
South Korean Foreign Minister Cho Hyun urged North Korea to respond to dialogue offers for peace on the Korean Peninsula at the ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF) and East Asia Summit (EAS) in Manila, where participants also discussed regional security issues like the South China Sea and Middle East.
Fudan University researchers Zhao Minghao and Chen Yutong suggest that continuous dialogue and clearly defined boundaries are crucial for stabilizing scientific ties between China and the US, amidst their intensifying hi-tech rivalry and US national security concerns.
South Korean Foreign Minister Cho Hyun urged North Korea to respond to dialogue offers and promote peace on the Korean Peninsula at the ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF) in Manila. North Korea was absent, while many participants expressed concerns over its nuclear and missile development.
Former India cricketer Yuvraj Singh shared a heartfelt message on the ongoing NEET examination paper leak protests, urging dialogue for a safe learning environment. The controversy has intensified with protests, parliamentary deadlock, and legal scrutiny, including Delhi Police FIRs and Delhi High Court notices. Olympian Manu Bhaker also voiced concern for students.
A political showdown intensified in India over the alleged NEET paper leak and police action against student protesters, with Parliament disrupted and the opposition demanding the education minister's resignation. The Centre called for dialogue, while activist Sonam Wangchuk continued his hunger strike, seeking assurances for students.
The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) alleged police brutality during its march to Parliament, claiming prominent figures like Prakash Raj and Shabana Azmi were assaulted. CJP spokesperson Ashutosh Ranka detailed injuries and vowed to continue protests until Dharmendra Pradhan resigns, while Delhi Police rejected the allegations as false and misleading.
Russia's acting UN envoy Anna Yevstigneyeva voiced concern over delays in Haiti's election preparations, urging political forces to engage in dialogue and set final voting dates soon, amid the country's severe security crisis and vacant presidential office since 2021.
