Romania downs third drone in as many days, attributing the incidents to Russia, escalating tensions. Meanwhile, the EU manages a delicate trade balance with the US, facing new tariffs and a potentially inflammatory Google fine amid fragile truce.
China's Foreign Ministry reiterated its commitment to strengthening ties with North Korea, ahead of an official visit by North Korean Prime Minister Pak Thae Song. The visit, from July 10-12, coincides with the 65th anniversary of a friendship treaty between the two nations.
North Korean Premier Pak Thae-song will visit China for three days starting Friday to commemorate the 65th anniversary of a friendship treaty, signaling improving relations between the two allies.
BRICS member nations will utilize the bloc's common reserve funds for mutual support, according to Russian Security Council Secretary Sergey Shoigu. The reserves will include resources like hydrocarbons, fertilizers, LNG, oil, and medicines to ensure certainty and reliance among member countries.
BRICS nations plan to utilize common strategic reserves, including fertilizers, LNG, oil, and medicines, for mutual assistance, according to Russian Security Council Secretary Shoigu. This initiative aims to bolster cooperation among member states.
Russian President Vladimir Putin stated that Russia-ASEAN cooperation is built on strong friendship and mutual assistance, highlighting accumulated partnership experience at a reception for the 2026 Russia-ASEAN Summit in Kazan. Bilateral meetings with leaders from Malaysia, Brunei, and Turkey are also scheduled.
Russian presidential aide Yury Ushakov described the Russia-China partnership as exemplary for neighboring countries, highlighting its unprecedented high level and mutual support during President Putin's visit to China.
