Anwar to bring Malaysia and Asean’s voice to G20 talks on trade, climate, and global justice
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim will represent Malaysia at the G20 Summit in South Africa, focusing on economic growth, climate action, and global governance.
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India, Russia finalising new pacts: Jaishankar meets Lavrov in Moscow; Putin to visit Delhi in December
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar’s Moscow visit focused on high-level discussions ahead of President Putin’s India trip. Discussions covered bilateral ties, regional stability including Ukraine, and preparations for the upcoming annual summit.
The Horn of Africa Needs an End to the Gulf’s Proxy Wars. Cooperation Is Key.
A dangerous contest for influence between Saudi Arabia and the UAE in the Horn of Africa risks exacerbating regional instability, but coordinated Gulf engagement could unlock humanitarian, economic, and security benefits.
Beyond Spectacle: ASEAN’s Pragmatic Diplomacy Amidst ‘America First’ Challenges
ASEAN’s embrace of multilateralism reflects a pragmatic strategy: maintain ties with the U.S. while deepening engagement with other global actors. Trump’s presence may have been a temporary alignment, but ASEAN’s long-term vision is clear—become a central pole in a diversified global order.
Iran looks to BRICS countries to use cryptos to help it bypass sanctions
Iran seeks to leverage cryptocurrencies for trade with BRICS nations to circumvent U.S. and UN sanctions, boosting digital commerce.
South Africa looks to African single market for growth
The AfCFTA represents a major opportunity for South Africa to expand regional trade and strengthen value chains.
Independent Media chairman Dr Iqbal Survé calls for a fairer and more humane world at China-Africa forum
Independent Media Chairman Dr Iqbal Survé has urged global leaders, thinkers and media representatives to help build a fairer, more balanced and humane world.
Ambassador Wu Peng: Chinese companies created 1.1 million jobs in Africa in three years
Chinese Ambassador to South Africa highlights China-Africa economic cooperation and job creation at Johannesburg forum.
Thai experts advocate for innovation to mitigate tariff impacts
Thailand is implementing stimulus measures to enhance infrastructure, support tourism, and promote local businesses. It seeks deeper regional cooperation, especially with ASEAN and China, while emphasizing access to larger markets like BRICS Plus.