Category : Diplomacy


New Zealand Opts Out of Trump's Board of Peace Initiative

New Zealand has decided against participating in US President Donald Trump's newly formed Board of Peace, citing lack of clarity on its scope and alignment with UN principles. Foreign Minister Winston Peters emphasized the need for complementarity with th

China: US Containment Bid 'Doomed to Fail'

China issues sharp warning to US, declaring Pentagon's revised National Defence Strategy to contain its rise is doomed to fail amid rising tensions over Taiwan and military drills.

Pakistan PM, Iran President Discuss Regional Tensions

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi held a crucial phone conversation to discuss escalating regional tensions, particularly focusing on the Israel-Hamas conflict and its broader implications for Middle East stability

US to Reopen Venezuela Airspace, Restart Flights

US President Donald Trump announces reopening of commercial airspace over Venezuela, allowing American travel. American Airlines plans to resume flights as diplomatic relations show signs of restoration after years of tension.

Rubio Defends US Control of Venezuelan Oil Money

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio faced tough questions from Senator Jeanne Shaheen about $200 million from Venezuelan oil sales and US policy, defending oversight and claiming Russian-Iranian shadow fleets have stopped operations since Maduro's capture.

Palestine Wants India to Mediate Peace in West Asia

Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's upcoming visit to Israel, Palestinian officials have expressed hope that India can bring both sides together to mediate peace in the West Asia region, leveraging its historical ties.

UK PM Sunak Sees Economic Opportunities in Beijing

British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, during his official visit to Beijing, emphasized significant economic opportunities for UK-China collaboration in trade, technology, and climate initiatives.

Japan's Yamanashi VP Meets UP CM Yogi in Lucknow

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath met with Japanese delegation led by Yamanashi Vice-Governor Junichi Ishidera. Discussions focused on clean energy cooperation, green hydrogen policy, and cultural links between UP and Japan.

Thucydides Trap 2026: US-China Rivalry & War Risks

As 2026 begins, the US-China rivalry echoes Thucydides Trap dynamics with tariffs, tech controls, and military competition. Experts warn of narrowing peace margins amid Silicon Trap tensions and potential Sarajevo moments in Taiwan or cyber incidents.

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