G7 nations formally declare their intention to speed transition to renewables Energy and environment ministers from the Group of Seven wealthy nations have formally vowed to speed the shift to renewables The New Daily · Apr 16, 2023
G7 building consensus for faster end to carbon emissions Leaders of the Group of Seven wealthy nations are working toward a consensus on phasing out carbon emissions that contribute to climate change The Independent UK · Apr 16, 2023
Russia-Ukraine war at a glance: what we know on day 417 of the invasion Death toll from Russian attack on Sloviansk apartment block rises to 11; Moscow claims Wagner forces have captured two more areas of Bakhmut The Guardian - AU · Apr 16, 2023
Russia-Ukraine war live: new Russian law shows Moscow expects lengthy conflict, warns UK — as it happened UK Ministry of Defence says Kremlin has made it harder for civilians to avoid being drafted into the army The Guardian - AU · Apr 15, 2023
Death toll rises in Russian missile attack on Ukraine's Sloviansk The death toll from Russian missile strikes on eastern Ukraine's city of Sloviansk rose to 11 Saturday as rescue crews tried to reach people trapped in the rubble of an apartment building, Ukrainian authorities said. Earlier in the day, Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva said the US should… France 24 · Apr 15, 2023
Russia-Ukraine war at a glance: what we know on day 416 of the invasion Nine killed and 21 wounded in Russian missile attack on apartment blocks in Sloviansk; Vladimir Putin signs bill sparking fears of new wave of mobilisation The Guardian - AU · Apr 15, 2023
Hank Paulson says the U.S.-China relationship is ‘on the brink’ and calls it a ‘dangerous situation’ The former Treasury secretary said the U.S. should soften its rhetoric on Taiwan amid mounting tensions with China. Fortune · Apr 14, 2023
The week Macron’s grand diplomatic project floundered A furore over the French president’s remarks on Taiwan has left him isolated on the world stage as well as at home Financial Times · Apr 14, 2023
The Guardian view on China and Europe: Macron’s careless words were costly Editorial: Despite the French president’s post-visit remarks, there is growing concern about Beijing and keenness to act in unity The Guardian - UK · Apr 14, 2023
China and Brazil reset ties with tech, environment accords, agree on Ukraine Brazil reset its diplomatic ties with China, its largest trading partner, with a state visit on Friday where they agreed to boost investments and cooperation on technology and sustainable development, while urging peace talks in Ukraine. Reuters · Apr 14, 2023
Lula and Xi pledge to boost ties in Beijing meeting Brazilian and Chinese presidents stress importance of bilateral relationship in talks aimed at bolstering trade. Al Jazeera · Apr 14, 2023
China's Xi call for deeper practical cooperation with Brazil - state media China and Brazil should deepen practical cooperation, and tap potential to work together in sectors including agriculture, energy, and infrastructure construction, Chinese President Xi Jinping was quoted as saying by state media on Friday. Reuters · Apr 14, 2023
China agreed to secretly arm Russia, leaked Pentagon documents reveal Intercept of Russian intelligence shows Beijing wanted to disguise lethal aid as civilian items, says report The Guardian - UK · Apr 14, 2023
Brazil's Lula Criticizes US Dollar and IMF during China Visit The two countries have recently announced a deal to trade in their own currencies, dropping the dollar as an intermediary. Asharq Al-Awsat · Apr 14, 2023
The News Lens · Apr 14, 2023 Macron Backs Down on Taiwan for Beijing’s Support on Ukraine, Experts Say At a news conference during a state visit in the Netherlands, Macron said France’s position on Taiwan has not changed, and Paris favors the status quo for Taiwan.
Evening Standard · Apr 14, 2023 China will not sell weapons to Russia, says foreign minister Following concerns in the West, Qin Gang said Beijing will not sell weapons to parties involved in the conflict in Ukraine
Bangkok Post · Apr 14, 2023 US to push back against China economic coercion at G-7 meeting The US is pressing the need for allies to coordinate against economic coercion, not just military threats, as Japan prepares to host top diplomats from the Group of Seven nations amid heightened tensions with China.
France 24 · Apr 14, 2023 Russian shelling in Ukraine's eastern city of Sloviansk kills at least eight The Russian shelling of a residential building in Sloviansk on Friday killed at least eight people and injured 21, according to the Donetsk regional governor. Also on Friday, Chinese Foreign Minister Qin Gang said that China won't sell weapons to either side in the war in Ukraine, in response to…
The Independent UK · Apr 14, 2023 Russia's Pacific Fleet put on high alert for snap drills The entire Russian Pacific Fleet has been put on high alert for snap drills that will involve practice missile launches
Asharq Al-Awsat · Apr 14, 2023 China Defense Minister to Meet Russian Counterpart in Moscow Chinese Defense Minister Gen. Li Shangfu will visit Russia next week for meetings with counterpart Sergei Shoigu and other military officials, China's Defense Ministry said Friday. Li’s visit underscores China’s strengthening engagement with Russia, with which it has largely aligned its foreign policy in an attempt to reshape the world…
The Independent UK · Apr 14, 2023 China defense minister to meet Russian counterpart in Moscow China's defense minister will visit Moscow for meetings with his Russian counterpart and other military officials
Reuters · Apr 14, 2023 Europe presses tough Taiwan stance after backlash against Macron comments European foreign policy officials on Friday urged China not to use force over Taiwan, taking a tough stance against Beijing's threats over the democratically governed island, after comments by French President Emmanuel Macron were perceived as weak.
The Independent UK · Apr 14, 2023 China's Xi to meet Brazil's Lula in Beijing Chinese leader Xi Jinping is due to meet visiting Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva in Beijing as the leaders seek to boost ties between two of the world's largest developing nations
The Independent UK · Apr 14, 2023 G7 diplomats to grapple with Ukraine, China, N. Korea crises Russian threats to nuke Ukraine
The Guardian - UK · Apr 13, 2023 European Council chief’s costly private jet use in spotlight Charles Michel denies running up ‘extravagant’ bills and says higher costs stem from Covid pandemic and Ukraine war