, Russia, China, France, and the UK, which have veto power in the United Nations Security Council (UNSC).
Taiwan Votes for Continuity of De Facto Sovereignty
This election results signify the strong attachment to the autonomous political stance of the DPP governments since 2016 and their emphasis on equality in terms of sovereignty with mainland China.
EU AI Act: Can Europe Lead the World in AI Regulation?
To put this in perspective, in contrast, China employs a vertical regulatory strategy tailored to specific AI applications.
The Rohingya and Indonesia’s Buck-Passing
”Read: American Political Opportunism and the Long Overdue Rohingya Genocide DeterminationThe South China Morning Post interviewed the protesters whose response was in sync with the spread of false information online.
The Missing Piece of the Middle East Chessboard: Russia
and Western European states were re-entering these areas with colonial practices dating back to the 18th century, the People's Republic of China was also entering the game.
Report: Distribution of Energy Finance to Africa Raises Concerns
The study, conducted by Oyintarelado Moses, the data analyst and database manager for the Global China Initiative at the Boston University Global Development Policy Center, highlights that a few countries and multilateral financing entities, including China, France, Italy, the United States, and the World Bank Group, supplied the majority of energy finance to Africa during the specified period.
Russia’s $300 Billion Frozen Reserves: Unraveling the Situation
Notably, the central bank's largest bond holdings were in the sovereign bonds of China, Germany, France, Britain, Austria, and Canada.
US and Venezuela Swap Prisoners, Marking a Thaw in Bilateral Tensions
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Broader implications for U.
Taiwan and Canada Solidify Economic Ties with New Investment Deal
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Actively seeking support
The agreement comes at a time when Taiwan is actively seeking support from major democracies to counter China's escalating military and diplomatic pressure.
EU Secures Milestone Agreement on Asylum Reform Amidst Heated Negotiations
"The pact needs to be finalized before the European electorate casts their ballots," insisted Margaritis Schinas, the European Commission's Vice President, labeling the recent deal as the long-awaited keystone in the EU's migration and asylum reform efforts.
Russia Asserts No Plans to Attack NATO, Cites Break in Relations by the West
According to Lavrov, President Putin has made it known to all, including President Biden, that Russia is free of any…
US-Vietnam Relations “Unaffected” by Hanoi’s Defense Pledges with Beijing
he United States has expressed confidence in maintaining strong ties with Vietnam, despite Hanoi's recent announcement of strengthened defense and security cooperation with China.
Turkish-Russian Relations from Peter the Great to Putin
The spheres of influence vacated by Russia in the Middle East and the Gulf region are rapidly being filled by the People's Republic of China.
Renewable Energy: 118 Countries Commit at COP28, Major Economies Hold Out
However, the commitment has notable absences, with Turkey, China, India, and South Africa—key players in global energy markets—yet to sign the pledge.
Argentine Labor Unions Brace for Confrontation Over Privatizations
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Privatization of the state-owned Aerolineas Argentinas
Pablo Biró, head of the Airline Pilots Association, made a fiery proclamation against Milei's intention to privatize the state-owned Aerolineas Argentinas, signaling a potential for intense labor conflict.
African Leaders Rally for Representation on UN Security Council
, UK, France, China, and Russia – and non-permanent members who serve on a rotational basis.
Azerbaijan’s Leader Blasts France for Destabilizing Role in South Caucasus
He also claimed that France is engaging in geopolitical machinations across various regions, attempting to manipulate Western organizations to exert pressure on other states.
Philippines: ASEAN Faces Tough Challenge as Myanmar Conflict Escalates
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The turmoil in Myanmar
The ASEAN bloc has been facing increased pressure to mediate and provide solutions to the Myanmar crisis, as the military-led offensive continues to displace thousands more.
Decline in US Public Support for Defense of Taiwan
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Changing public sentiment amidst global unrest
With President Biden at the helm, the United States has seen a shift in public opinion regarding foreign military support, especially concerning Taiwan.