Russian PM Mikhail Mishustin (left) and Chinese Premier Li Qiang signed several agreements involving trade, agriculture, and sport, among others. PHOTO: REUTERS By Smartencyclopedia Newsroom * During a visit to Beijing, Russia’s Prime Minister, Mikhail Mishustin, signed a series of agreements with China, highlighting the exceptional level of bilateral ties

President Joe Biden, right, meets with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on the sidelines of the G7 Summit in Hiroshima, Japan. Photo / AP By Smartencyclopedia Newsroom * On Sunday in Hiroshima, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with his key supporters, bolstering the momentum of his country’s war efforts, despite Russia’s

By Smartencyclopedia Newsroom with agencies Amid the ongoing tensions with China, Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen on Saturday vowed to maintain the status quo of peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait. During her speech in the presidential office in Taipei, she said that Taiwan will not provoke and bow to

By Smartencyclopedia Newsroom with agencies On the first day of the three-day G7 Leaders Summit in Hiroshima, Japan, a joint statement regarding Ukraine was issued by the leaders of the G7 countries. The statement, signed after a roundtable meeting with the participation of leaders such as US President Joe Biden,

Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky was welcomed by Saudi dignitaries upon his arrival in Jeddah for the 32nd Arab League summit being hosted by the Kingdom. (SPA) By Smartencyclopedia Newsroom with agencies After arriving, Zelensky expressed through a tweet that the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia holds great importance and that Ukraine

By Smartencyclopedia Newsroom * Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau expressed concerns about the increasing instability in the Korean Peninsula and worldwide, attributing it to North Korea’s ongoing “military provocations.” He delivered a speech to the South Korean parliament, emphasizing the need for expanded security cooperation, monitoring of sanctions, and addressing

By Smartencyclopedia with agencies * Several foreign missions in China raised the Ukrainian flag, or displayed its image in posters and lights, following the February 2022 invasion. China has issued a notice to foreign embassies and international organizations, cautioning them against showcasing “politicized propaganda” on their buildings. Diplomats believe this

By Smartencyclopedia Newsroom with agencies During a press conference held in Taipei, former British Prime Minister Liz Truss emphasized the importance for democratic nations to convey a strong message to Beijing regarding the potential consequences of an attack on Taiwan. Truss stated that it is evident that President Xi has

By Smartencyclopedia with agencies On Monday, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy was promised long-range attack drones during his visit to the UK, in addition to the cruise missiles that were pledged the previous week. This is part of Zelenskyy’s efforts to secure new arms for Ukraine in order to launch a

By Kate Bartlett – Voice of America JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA — A war of words is brewing between the U.S. and South Africa after the U.S. ambassador to the country said he would “bet his life” on U.S. intelligence that South African weapons were loaded onto a Russian vessel when

Thomas Pinckney, the U.S. Ambassador to Spain By José Carlos Palma * The Treaty of San Lorenzo, also known as the Treaty of Madrid, was a pivotal agreement signed between the United States of America and Spain on October 27, 1795. The treaty, which was signed in San Lorenzo de

Indonesian Foreign Minister Retno Marsudi also touched on the upcoming Asean Summmit which will be held from next Tuesday to Thursday. PHOTO: REUTERS By Smartencyclopedia Newsroom with agencies Indonesia, as the current ASEAN chair, has been actively working towards ending the ongoing crisis in Myanmar. According to Foreign Minister Retno Marsudi,