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Australia and Solomon Islands Embark on New Treaty Negotiations as Wale Reviews China Security Pact

Solomon Islands' new prime minister Matthew Wale has agreed to start negotiations on a comprehensive treaty with Australia during his visit to Canberra, while confirming his government will review the contentious security pact with China. Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong expressed openness to elevating the bilateral relationship as Wale reiterates a policy of 'friends to all, enemies to none.'

1 outlet · 3 articles Jun 2

China Recognizes Brazil as Free of Foot-and-Mouth Disease, Boosting Beef Trade Amid US Tariff Tensions

China has lifted restrictions on Brazilian beef, recognizing the entire country as free of foot-and-mouth disease, a move that expands market access for Brazil's largest beef export destination. The decision, announced during Brazilian Foreign Minister Mauro Vieira's visit to Beijing, comes as Brazil faces new US tariffs, prompting President Lula to tout alternative trade partners.

1 outlet · 2 articles Jun 2

Trump signs AI executive order creating voluntary government access to advanced models

President Donald Trump has signed an executive order establishing a voluntary framework for AI developers to share advanced models with the U.S. government before public release. The 30-day preview window is a compromise between an initial 90-day draft and tech companies' push for 14 days, and the order also creates an AI cybersecurity clearinghouse. The move reverses the Biden administration's 2023 AI oversight order, while the European Union continues its own binding regulations.

2 outlets · 2 articles Jun 2

About 20,000 from over 100 countries to attend St Petersburg International Economic Forum, Kremlin aide says

Russian presidential aide Yury Ushakov said some 20,000 people from over 100 countries will participate in this week's St Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF), running June 3-6 under the theme 'Pragmatic Dialogue: the Path to a Stable Future.' The event, with Saudi Arabia as guest country, also brings a US representative named by President Donald Trump, while Al Jazeera reported the gathering is a Kremlin showcase for Global South ties amid the war in Ukraine.

2 outlets · 6 articles Jun 2

UN Weather Agency Forecasts Likely El Niño, Warning of Extreme Weather and Record Heat

The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) announced an 80% chance of El Niño developing between June and August 2026, with a possible strong event that could push global temperatures higher, intensify droughts, heavy rainfall, and heatwaves. UN Secretary-General António Guterres urged the world to treat it as an urgent climate warning, noting the last El Niño helped make 2024 the hottest year on record.

5 outlets · 5 articles Jun 2

Kosovo's Snap Election: A Test of Voter Patience Amid Political Gridlock

Kosovo held its third parliamentary election in 16 months on Sunday, triggered by parliament's failure to elect a new president. Prime Minister Albin Kurti's Vetevendosje party won nearly 43% of the vote, short of a governing majority, setting the stage for difficult coalition talks. The election underscores deep political polarization that has stalled democratic institutions and EU aspirations.

4 outlets · 7 articles Jun 2

Israel opens embassy in Fiji after 30-year hiatus, signaling shift in Pacific diplomacy

Israel has opened a new embassy in Fiji's capital, Suva, 30 years after the previous one was closed, with Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar attending the ceremony. The move is part of a broader diplomatic strategy to deepen ties with Pacific nations that have consistently supported Israel, and includes new cooperation agreements on national security and diplomatic training. Israel also announced plans to open a representative office in Papua New Guinea.

1 outlet · 4 articles Jun 2

China opens its markets to African exports. Who benefits?

China has granted zero-tariff access to exports from 53 African countries, a move hailed as a landmark step in Africa-China trade relations. However, analysts and local producers caution that trade imbalances, infrastructure gaps, and the need for value addition remain significant hurdles. The policy could boost exports, but realizing its full potential requires deeper investment in African industrial capacity.

2 outlets · 2 articles Jun 2

PM Shehbaz assures businessmen of pro-growth budget, unveils tariff reforms

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has assured business leaders that the upcoming federal budget will be conducive to industrial growth, with a development programme exceeding Rs3.5 trillion and a macroeconomic framework targeting 4.1% growth and 8.5% inflation. He also directed tax refunds to be cleared by June 15 and announced tariff reductions to boost exports, including abolishing duties on cancer medicine raw materials.

1 outlet · 2 articles Jun 1