Starmer's China Trip: Pressure on Steel and Trade
Keir Starmer's diplomatic visit to China faces scrutiny over British Steel's future and limited trade prospects, as experts warn of marginal economic gains.
Category : Diplomacy
Starmer's China Visit: Security Guardrails and Economic Pragmatism
Prime Minister Keir Starmer visits Beijing, promising 'stability and clarity' in UK-China relations while maintaining national security guardrails amid criticism and geopolitical tensions.
Albanese in East Timor to Boost Bilateral Relations
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese visits East Timor to address parliament and meet leaders, aiming to enhance Australia's relationship with its neighbour, as a severe heatwave sweeps across parts of Australia.
Mexico Cancels Cuba Oil Shipment as 'Sovereign' Move
President Claudia Sheinbaum confirms Mexico cancelled an oil shipment to Cuba, denying US pressure, amid Cuba's severe blackouts and US threats.
Starmer's China Visit Tests UK's Global Standing
Keir Starmer's upcoming visit to China marks the first by a British prime minister since 2018, highlighting the delicate balance between security concerns and economic interdependence in UK-China relations.
Diplomats Battle Trump's 24/7 Media Onslaught
Western diplomats face unprecedented challenges interpreting Donald Trump's relentless social media posts and press conferences, requiring new monitoring strategies to find policy signals amid constant noise.
Trump's Chaos Pushes US Allies Closer to China
As Donald Trump's erratic policies destabilise global alliances, Western nations like Canada and Ireland are seeking stability through strengthened ties with China, despite security concerns.
Greg Moriarty Named Australia's US Ambassador
Defence department chief Greg Moriarty will succeed Kevin Rudd as Australia's ambassador to the United States, taking up the role in Washington from April.
End of Panda Diplomacy: Japan Returns Twin Pandas to China
Twin pandas Xiao Xiao and Lei Lei depart Tokyo's Ueno Zoo for China, marking the end of panda loans between the nations amid deteriorating diplomatic relations over Taiwan.
Trump's Foreign Policy Reaches Crescendo at Davos
Donald Trump's maximalist foreign policy approach dominated Davos this week, with Greenland threats withdrawn and Gaza peace board launched amid growing global resistance.
Trump's Foreign Policy Reaches Crescendo
Donald Trump's maximalist foreign policy dominated Davos this week, sparking warnings of a new world order from leaders like Mark Carney.
Trump's Greenland Threat Unites Denmark in Protest
Donald Trump's threats to acquire Greenland have sparked unprecedented unity between Denmark and Greenland, with thousands protesting in Copenhagen and colonial tensions being re-examined.
Albanese's Response to Trump's Unpredictable America
As Donald Trump reshapes US foreign policy, Australian PM Anthony Albanese faces pressure to adapt. Experts urge acknowledging the changed global landscape while maintaining strategic alliances.
Ukraine, Russia, US Peace Talks in Abu Dhabi
High-stakes peace negotiations between Ukraine, Russia and the United States begin in Abu Dhabi today, marking the first trilateral meeting since the war began in 2022.
Ukraine Peace Talks: Assessing Abu Dhabi Negotiations
Russian, Ukrainian and US negotiators hold first trilateral talks since 2022 invasion. Territorial disputes remain key obstacle as security guarantees and ceasefire prospects are discussed.
Ukraine Peace Talks: Abu Dhabi Negotiations This Weekend
Ukrainian, US and Russian delegations gather in Abu Dhabi for unprecedented trilateral talks aimed at ending the war, following high-level diplomatic meetings between Zelenskyy, Trump and Putin.
Trump's Board of Peace Emerges as Diplomatic Force
Donald Trump's Board of Peace expands beyond Gaza, potentially challenging global institutions with support from nations like Russia and India.
Trump's Board of Peace: A New Global Force
Analysis of Trump's Board of Peace initiative, its expanding ambitions beyond Gaza, and potential to challenge established international institutions like the UN.
Russia Joins US-Ukraine Peace Talks for First Time
The Kremlin confirms Russia will participate in inaugural trilateral peace negotiations with the US and Ukraine in Abu Dhabi, following separate meetings between Putin and Trump's envoys in Moscow, and Zelenskyy and Trump in Davos.
Trump's 'Board of Peace' Launched in Davos
Donald Trump hosts a signing ceremony for his new 'board of peace' at Davos, claiming global improvement while sparking concerns it could replace the UN.
Trump's Board of Peace: UN Challenger or Friends Club?
Analysis of Trump's Board of Peace as it expands beyond Gaza to challenge global diplomacy, with insights from Davos and reactions from Israel and Europe.
Trump's Board of Peace: Power Play or UN Rival?
Donald Trump's new 'Board of Peace' initiative raises questions about its true purpose amid military actions and UN rivalry, as analysed in a Sky News podcast.
Greenland PM Rejects Trump's Demands, Upholds Sovereignty
Greenland's Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen asserts clear red lines against Trump's demands, emphasising sovereignty, border integrity, and international law.
Trump Backs Down in Greenland Row After Tariff Threats
Donald Trump has de-escalated tensions over Greenland, agreeing a framework for US military presence after earlier threats of tariffs and force against Europe.
Merz Warns of 'Great Power Politics' Era at Davos
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz tells World Economic Forum leaders that global order is changing at 'breathtaking pace' amid rising great power competition.
Zelensky Confirms US-Russia-Ukraine Talks in UAE
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky confirms tri-lateral talks with US and Russia in Abu Dhabi, aiming to break the deadlock in the ongoing war as it nears its fourth year.
Trump's Board of Peace: Who's In and Who's Out
Donald Trump's Board of Peace initiative has expanded from Gaza ceasefire oversight to a global peacekeeping body with lifetime chairmanship for Trump, facing mixed international responses.
Trump Launches 'Board of Peace', Promises Ukraine War End
Former US President Donald Trump unveiled a new 'Board of Peace' initiative at Davos, claiming he will resolve the Ukraine-Russia conflict 'pretty soon' while outlining Gaza reconstruction plans.
Trump-Zelenskyy Davos Meeting Ends
The bilateral meeting between US President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at the World Economic Forum in Davos has concluded, with details expected soon.
Trump's Greenland Deal: Fragile NATO Truce in Arctic
Analysis of the fragile NATO agreement on Arctic presence, Trump's demands for Greenland ownership, and unresolved issues over critical minerals and the Golden Dome defence shield.
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