Lithuania's foreign ministry announced the temporary suspension of economic cooperation action plan negotiations with Taiwan due to domestic political changes following the formation of a new coalition government. Talks may resume after the new administration is in office and its program is approved.
Donald Trump criticized outgoing UK PM Keir Starmer's policies on energy, immigration, and relations with Washington, suggesting they contributed to his downfall. Trump cited Starmer's approach to North Sea oil and the use of a British base in Cyprus for US strikes on Iran as key issues.
Donald Trump criticized outgoing UK PM Keir Starmer's policies on energy, immigration, and foreign relations, suggesting they contributed to his downfall. Trump cited Starmer's stance on North Sea oil and support for the US on geopolitical issues as key failures.
A new survey reveals two-thirds of EU citizens would support the UK rejoining the bloc, while most UK voters believe Brexit has negatively impacted key issues and desire closer ties, including free movement.
Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan expressed cautious optimism about a US-Iran MOU, calling it an "incredibly important" step. He stressed the need for robust verification, addressing wider security concerns like maritime navigation, and rebuilding trust with Iran before economic cooperation. The minister also highlighted the centrality of the Palestinian issue for regional stability.
A veteran US diplomat, Richard Haass, urged the US and China to hold regular high-level meetings and deepen cooperation on emerging technologies like AI. He emphasized the need for transparency to prevent a downturn in relations and suggested institutionalizing diplomatic interactions.
KMT Chair Sophia Chan advocated for cross-strait peace at the Council on Foreign Relations, calling the "Zheng-Xi meeting" a historical turning point. She argued against a 10% GDP defense budget for Taiwan, emphasizing needs-based allocation and AI integration.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated Iran has mined "large segments" of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global energy chokepoint. He called Iran's actions unlawful and illegal, demanding their removal. President Trump previously expressed doubt about mining and ordered mine clearing.
Marco Rubio told the Senate Foreign Relations Committee that Cuba needs systemic reforms, while the administration is engaging in talks with Cuban officials, including Raul Castro's grandson.
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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that significant irritants persist in US-China relations, emphasizing the necessity of ongoing dialogue to prevent flashpoints from escalating into broader conflicts. He highlighted the need for strategic stability while acknowledging long-term struggles.
The US Trade Representative announces a public comment process to identify $30 billion in Chinese goods for potential tariff reductions under a new bilateral trade mechanism.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio expressed hope for progress in ending the war with Iran, as Pakistan's army chief, Field Marshal Asim Munir, was set to hold talks in Tehran. The mediation comes amid President Trump's warning that negotiations are on the verge of collapse.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio expressed optimism Thursday about progress in ending the war with Iran, as Pakistan's army chief, Field Marshal Asim Munir, was set to arrive in Tehran for talks. A ceasefire is in place, but peace negotiations have stalled, causing global economic uncertainty.
Instead of obsessing over rules that have ceased to matter, we must consider giving Beijing a dose of its own medicine The US and Israel may have started the war in Iran, but – apart from the belligerents themselves – it is China and Europe that stand to lose the most from it. Yet while European leaders watch like rabbits caught in the headlights as energy prices shoot through the roof, China has responded to the crisis with remarkable equanimity. It is striking how self-confident Beijing is ahead of this week’s Trump-Xi summit.That’s because China is better prepared for what I call an age of “un-order”. This is not the same as disorder, where rules exist but are broken. Un-order is a world where the rules themselves have simply ceased to matter. While European governments have been obsessed with preserving order, China has been working out how to survive chaos.Mark Leonard is director of the European Council on Foreign Relations and author of Surviving Chaos: Geopolitics When the Rules Fail Continue reading...
Policy analyst Rob York argues that US efforts to push allies toward greater defense autonomy may backfire, as allies like South Korea and Israel praised as 'model allies' are now involved in policies (like potential strikes on Iran) that could drag the US into unwanted conflicts. The challenge for post-Trump US policymakers will be restoring American importance among like-minded countries.
NPR's Ayesha Rascoe speaks to Zongyuan Zoe Liu, a senior fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations, about how China views the current crisis in the Middle East
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