U.S. President Donald Trump said he had a “very productive” telephone conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin, raising hopes that diplomatic efforts to ease tensions between Washington and Moscow and advance negotiations over the war in Ukraine may be gaining momentum. The call, which lasted more than an hour according to officials familiar with the […]
India has secured a landmark defence agreement with Indonesia worth approximately $630 million, marking one of New Delhi’s most significant military export successes and strengthening strategic ties between the two Indo-Pacific nations. The deal, announced during Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s two-day visit to Jakarta, will see India supply Indonesia with its advanced BrahMos supersonic […]
A Namibian delegation comprising media professionals and think tank representatives has successfully concluded a week-long exchange programme in Shanghai, China, marking another milestone in the growing partnership between Namibia and China. The Namibia–China Media and Think Tank People’s Exchange Programme, held from 29 June to 3 July 2026, brought together participants from both countries to […]
NATO leaders are set to announce major defence contracts worth tens of billions of dollars in Ankara as the alliance gathers for one of its most consequential summits in recent years, seeking to demonstrate increased military spending and greater burden-sharing in response to pressure from U.S. President Donald Trump. The two-day summit in the Turkish […]
Chinese authorities are considering new measures that could limit overseas access to some of the country’s most advanced artificial intelligence models, marking the latest step in Beijing’s efforts to protect strategic technologies and tighten control over its rapidly expanding AI industry. The move could have far-reaching implications for global AI development and intensify the technological […]
India’s capital markets are preparing for one of the year’s biggest listings as SBI Funds Management, the country’s largest asset manager, has secured strong interest from some of the world’s most influential sovereign wealth funds ahead of its planned $1.2 billion initial public offering (IPO). The development highlights growing international confidence in India’s financial sector […]
The New Zealand government has announced a significant expansion of the country’s strategic fuel reserves as part of a broader effort to improve energy security and protect the nation against global supply disruptions, geopolitical tensions, and natural disasters. The initiative comes amid growing concerns over the vulnerability of international energy supply chains and follows several […]
President Faye Plans to Launch His Own Political Movement Coalition Says Move Reflects Split With Former Prime Minister Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye is planning to establish his own political party, according to members of the coalition that supports his administration. The announcement is the latest indication of a growing political split between President Faye […]
U.S. and Turkey Expected to Discuss Defence, Trade and Regional Security U.S. President Donald Trump has departed Washington, D.C. aboard Air Force One for the NATO summit in Ankara, Turkey. Before departing, President Trump described Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan as “a friend” and “a respected leader,” expressing optimism that the visit would further strengthen […]
Defence Partnership Expanded Through Multi-Sector Cooperation India and Indonesia have signed a $630 million defence agreement for the supply of BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles and Astra missiles to the Indonesian military. The agreement was finalized in Jakarta during bilateral talks between Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto. Under the deal, Indonesia […]