Ukraine's troops withdraw from parts of north-east as pressure mounts
Ukraine's troops withdrew from north-east areas under Russian pressure, with US rushing to resupply arms. Zelenskiy postponed foreign trips amidst serious threat. [ more ]
Biden signs $95 billion war aid measure with assistance for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan
The $95 billion war aid measure signed by President Biden includes support for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan and a provision that could lead to TikTok being sold or banned in the U.S. [ more ]
Ukraine's troops withdraw from parts of north-east as pressure mounts
Ukraine's troops withdrew from north-east areas under Russian pressure, with US rushing to resupply arms. Zelenskiy postponed foreign trips amidst serious threat. [ more ]
Biden signs $95 billion war aid measure with assistance for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan
The $95 billion war aid measure signed by President Biden includes support for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan and a provision that could lead to TikTok being sold or banned in the U.S. [ more ]
Australia, New Zealand evacuate nationals from New Caledonia
Australia and New Zealand are evacuating citizens from New Caledonia due to violence following controversial electoral reforms in the French South Pacific territory. [ more ]
U.S. Condolences' for Raisi Reflect a Delicate Diplomatic Ritual
The U.S. State Department offered condolences for Ebrahim Raisi's death, sparking controversy over how to react to the demise of reviled foreign leaders. [ more ]
Why is US threatening to ban TikTok and will other countries follow suit?
President Biden is set to sign a bill requiring TikTok's Chinese owner to sell US operations or face a ban, giving a deadline for sale and potential for extension. [ more ]
Why is US threatening to ban TikTok and will other countries follow suit?
President Biden is set to sign a bill requiring TikTok's Chinese owner to sell US operations or face a ban, giving a deadline for sale and potential for extension. [ more ]
Yoon's gamble with ideology undercuts democracy and ignites inter-Korean tensions | East Asia Forum
President Yoon Suk-yeol seeks deeper contacts with Japan and the US, while distancing from China, Russia, and North Korea.
South Korea's neglect of dialogue with North Korea, military cooperation with the US, and anti-North Korea rhetoric have strained relations and raised tensions. [ more ]
David Cameron defends pursuit of close ties with China as prime minister and stresses the need to engage with Beijing today.
Cameron acknowledges China's increased aggression and assertiveness since he left office in 2016, highlighting the importance of security and protection in dealing with China.
Cameron emphasizes the need to align with allies and counter any malign threats coming from China. [ more ]
The lunch meeting at the Council on Foreign Relations highlighted the nostalgic feelings of Americans who had lived in China during a period of warm relations.
The attendees expressed concern that China has closed itself off and that understanding China has become more difficult.
The Council on Foreign Relations is losing visibility, access, and insight into China due to increasing repression and new restrictions. [ more ]
David Cameron defends pursuit of close ties with China as prime minister and stresses the need to engage with Beijing today.
Cameron acknowledges China's increased aggression and assertiveness since he left office in 2016, highlighting the importance of security and protection in dealing with China.
Cameron emphasizes the need to align with allies and counter any malign threats coming from China. [ more ]
The lunch meeting at the Council on Foreign Relations highlighted the nostalgic feelings of Americans who had lived in China during a period of warm relations.
The attendees expressed concern that China has closed itself off and that understanding China has become more difficult.
The Council on Foreign Relations is losing visibility, access, and insight into China due to increasing repression and new restrictions. [ more ]
Russia Detains a French National Suspected of Collecting Military Data
A French national, working for a Swiss-based nonprofit, was detained in Moscow by Russian investigators for suspicion of collecting intelligence on Russian military activities. [ more ]