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Israel has become the first country to officially recognize Somaliland as an independent state, establishing full diplomatic relations and expanding cooperation, despite opposition from Somalia and neighboring countries. This move could influence regional diplomacy and economic prospects, while facing criticism for potentially setting a precedent under international law.
Peru's Congress has declared Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum persona non grata amid escalating tensions after Peru severed diplomatic ties with Mexico over asylum grants to Peruvian political figures and accusations of interference, marking a significant diplomatic rift between the two nations.
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth visited Vietnam to reaffirm the longstanding partnership, focusing on healing war scars through artifact exchanges and cooperation on postwar issues, amid Vietnam's balancing of relations with the US, Russia, and North Korea.
European Union and China held their first in-person summit since 2023, marked by tensions over trade, Ukraine, and recent disagreements, but also efforts to strengthen cooperation, including a climate declaration, amidst a backdrop of strained diplomatic relations.
Major U.S. companies and global trading partners are adjusting to the impact of President Trump's impending tariffs, which are causing supply chain disruptions, inflation, and potential shifts in diplomatic relations, with companies like ConAgra raising prices due to increased costs on materials.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Trinidad and Tobago, where he is to receive the country's highest honour, has sparked mixed reactions: it is celebrated by the Indo-Trinidadian Hindu community but opposed by the Muslim organization ASJA due to concerns over Modi's human rights record and policies in India. The visit marks a historic first for a sitting Indian PM and highlights deepening India-Caribbean relations, amid ongoing debates about justice and historical legacies.
Russian tourists will be the first international visitors to North Korea’s new Kalma Resort in Wonsan, launching travel packages amid improving diplomatic relations between Moscow and Pyongyang, marking North Korea’s cautious reopening to international tourism.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov is in China for a two-day official visit to strengthen diplomatic ties amid Russia's ongoing invasion of Ukraine. The visit aims to deepen cooperation on bilateral and international issues, including the Ukrainian crisis and the Asia-Pacific region. China and Russia have strengthened their diplomatic relations in recent years, with China being Russia's leading trade partner. Despite Western pressure, China maintains its neutrality in the Ukraine crisis and asserts that it will continue to promote peace talks while controlling exports of dual-use items.
Mexico's President Andrés Manuel López Obrador has announced the break of diplomatic relations with Ecuador after police forcibly entered the Mexican Embassy in Quito to arrest former Vice President Jorge Glas, who had sought political asylum there. The raid has sparked international condemnation, with Venezuela supporting Mexico and urging the international community to take action. Mexico has criticized Ecuador's actions as a violation of international law and sovereignty, and plans to take the case to the International Court of Justice. Diplomatic tensions between the two countries have escalated, leading to the expulsion of the Mexican ambassador from Ecuador.
Mexico's President Andrés Manuel López Obrador announced the breaking off of diplomatic ties with Ecuador after police raided the Mexican embassy in Quito to arrest former Ecuadorian vice president Jorge Glas, who has sought political asylum there. The arrest, related to corruption charges, has led to a deepening diplomatic rift between the two countries, with Mexico condemning the action as a violation of international law and sovereignty. The incident has resulted in injuries to Mexican diplomats, and Mexico plans to take the case to the International Court of Justice, while Ecuador has declared the Mexican ambassador persona non grata in response to tensions over recent statements made by the Mexican president about Ecuador's last elections.
Mexico's President Andrés Manuel López Obrador announced the country's decision to sever diplomatic ties with Ecuador after police forcibly entered the Mexican embassy in Quito to arrest former Ecuadorian vice president Jorge Glas, who had sought political asylum there. The arrest has led to a deepening diplomatic rift between the two countries, with Mexico condemning the action as a violation of international law and sovereignty. Mexico plans to take the case to the International Court of Justice, while the Mexican embassy in Quito remains under heavy police guard.
Mexico's President Andrés Manuel López Obrador announced the breaking off of diplomatic ties with Ecuador after police forcibly entered the Mexican embassy in Quito to arrest former Ecuadorian Vice President Jorge Glas, who had sought asylum there. The raid has led to a deepening diplomatic rift between the two countries, with Mexico condemning the action as a violation of international law and sovereignty. Mexico's secretary of foreign relations stated that the country would take the case to the International Court of Justice to denounce Ecuador's responsibility for the violations.
Palau's president warns of a potential shift in diplomatic ties from Taiwan to Beijing if the US continues to delay economic aid, as some local leaders are considering accepting China's economic offers. The delay in aid is due to the highly politicized $95 billion foreign aid package, which failed to include funds for the Compact of Free Association (Cofa) with Palau and two other Pacific island nations. The US is prioritizing aid for Ukraine and Israel, as well as strengthening Taiwan's defenses against China. The president emphasizes the strategic importance of Cofa for the US in countering China's influence in the region.
A group of Russian tourists has become the first foreign tour group to visit North Korea since the COVID-19 pandemic, signaling a strengthening of ties between Moscow and Pyongyang. The visitors, including individuals from various parts of Russia, arrived in Pyongyang on an Air Koryo flight and are set to spend four days exploring the country, including a major ski resort. This development comes as North Korea reopens its borders after nearly four years of pandemic-related closures, with analysts suggesting that tourism may be a priority for leader Kim Jong Un post-pandemic.
China has upgraded its diplomatic ties with Uzbekistan to an "all-weather comprehensive strategic partnership" and proposed closer cooperation on various projects, including the construction of the China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan railway to create a new trade route bypassing Russia. This move comes as shippers seek alternatives to the existing overland link via Russia due to sanctions imposed after the invasion of Ukraine. The railway project aims to facilitate faster freight transport between China and Europe, although details regarding financing, technical aspects, and the route itself remain unclear.