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world27 days ago

Nigeria and Burkina Faso Resolve Military Detention Dispute

Nigeria's Foreign Minister Yusuf Tuggar apologized to Burkina Faso after a Nigerian military jet, which developed a technical issue, entered Burkinabè airspace without authorization, leading to the detention of 11 servicemen. The incident caused a diplomatic row with the Alliance of Sahel States, but both countries agreed to maintain dialogue and cooperation. The detained personnel have been released, and the aircraft is expected to return to Nigeria.

international-relations2 years ago

"Pakistan and Iran Seek Resolution for Long-standing Tensions"

Pakistan expresses willingness to address all issues with Iran following a call between their foreign ministers, amidst heightened security in Balochistan after reciprocal drone and missile strikes. The two countries discussed de-escalation and the return of ambassadors, as tensions in the Middle East remain high with various overlapping crises. Pakistan's strikes near the Iranian city of Saravan targeted militant groups in Balochistan, with both countries emphasizing respect for sovereignty and territorial integrity.

international-relations2 years ago

"Burundi Closes Border with Rwanda Over Alleged Rebel Support"

Burundi has closed its borders with Rwanda, accusing its neighbor of funding rebel attacks by the Red Tabara group. Rwandan President Paul Kagame denies the charge, but Burundi's government has labeled him a "bad neighbor." The closure follows a December attack by Red Tabara near the border with the Democratic Republic of Congo. Rwanda regrets the unilateral border closure, citing violations of regional cooperation principles. This move adds to the tenuous relations between the two countries, despite their shared language, ethnic composition, and colonial history.

diplomacy2 years ago

"Guyana and Venezuela Seek Peaceful Resolution in Esequibo Dispute"

Former Jamaican Prime Minister PJ Patterson commends the recent summit between Guyana and Venezuela, describing it as a "welcome sign of relief" for the hemisphere. The summit, initiated by the Caribbean Community (Caricom), aimed to address the long-standing border dispute over the Essequibo territory. While the meeting did not result in a final settlement, it established significant precedents and demonstrated the value of collective regional action. Both sides pledged to refrain from using force and resolve the dispute in accordance with international law. Patterson praised the leaders' preparedness and courage and urged Caribbean citizens to support the efforts for peace and harmony in the region.

international-relations2 years ago

"Xi Jinping's Vision for APEC: Uniting for High-Quality Development and Technological Advancement"

Chinese President Xi Jinping called for the Asia Pacific region to enter another "golden 30 years" of development, emphasizing the importance of innovation, openness, green and inclusive development. The APEC Economic Leaders' Meeting concluded with a reaffirmation of commitment to free and fair trade, the rules-based multilateral trading system, and efforts to enhance transparency, fight corruption, and address climate change. The meeting between Xi and US President Joe Biden offered certainty to the region's peace and stability. China's total import and export volume with APEC members exceeded $3.7 trillion, making it the largest trading partner of 13 APEC economies.

international-relations2 years ago

Leaders from India, Pakistan, and China to attend virtual SCO summit amid tensions

Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has accepted Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's invitation to attend the 23rd Meeting of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation's (SCO) Council of Heads of State (CHS) on July 4. The virtual summit will discuss important global and regional issues and the future direction of cooperation among SCO member states. This participation highlights Pakistan's commitment to the SCO as a forum for regional security and prosperity.

diplomacy2 years ago

Iran's FM concludes successful Persian Gulf tour with positive developments.

Iran's foreign minister, Hossein Amir-Abdollahian, concluded his three-day tour of Persian Gulf Arab neighbors, including the UAE, Qatar, Kuwait, and Oman, with the promise of "very good news" for the region. The visit aimed to improve relations with neighbors and secure the region, with a focus on promoting economic and commercial cooperation. The UAE and Iran signed an agreement to expand air transport services between the two countries and increase trade and tourism opportunities. The foreign ministers of the neighboring eight countries will hold their first meeting in September to discuss regional cooperation.

politics2 years ago

Xi Jinping's Plan to Unite and Develop Central Asia with China's Help

Chinese President Xi Jinping addressed leaders from Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan at the inaugural China-Central Asia Summit in Xian, emphasizing the need to safeguard the security, independence, and territorial integrity of the region. He also expressed China's willingness to help its "brethren" in Central Asia to unite and support its Belt and Road plan. The Central Asian countries expressed their support for Chinese engagement in the region.

politics2 years ago

Saudi Arabia deepens ties with China through security partnership

Saudi Arabia has agreed to become a "dialogue partner" with the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO), a political, economic, and security bloc led by China. The move comes after a visit by Chinese President Xi Jinping to Saudi Arabia last December and could grant Riyadh dialogue partner status in the bloc. Other countries with either observer or dialogue partner status include Egypt, Iran, and Qatar. The decision followed an announcement by Saudi Aramco, which raised its multibillion-dollar investment in China on Tuesday.