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Prime Minister Narendra Modi described the India-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement as a historic milestone during his visit to Auckland, the first by an Indian PM in 40 years. While Modi and New Zealand PM Christopher Luxon celebrated the pact, reports highlight anti-migrant sentiment and racist comments from some New Zealand politicians and activists.
Derryn Hinch, the Australian broadcaster and former senator known as the 'Human Headline', has died at age 82. Tributes from colleagues and political figures highlight his decades-long career, his distinctive style, and his controversial crusades that led to jail time. A state funeral was held in Melbourne.
Australia has lodged a formal objection to a US proposal to impose a 12.5% tariff on Australian products, arguing there is no credible evidentiary basis for the finding. The tariff, linked to a broader investigation into forced labor, has drawn criticism from Australian officials and industry leaders, who say it unfairly singles out Australia compared to other nations.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Australia's Governor-General Sam Mostyn in Melbourne, discussing enduring bilateral bonds and the multifaceted partnership. He also addressed the India-Australia CEO Forum, met former PM Scott Morrison, and witnessed cultural performances.
Australia and India have finalised arrangements for uranium exports during Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Australia. The deal, announced alongside a civil nuclear agreement, aims to support India's clean energy goals under IAEA safeguards.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has received multiple foreign honours during diplomatic visits, including a controversial Seychelles award created just for him, complete with a certificate containing spelling errors. Reports detail a pattern of awards, raising questions about their significance and diplomatic implications.
The US State Department criticized China for providing only a few hours' notice before a submarine-launched ballistic missile test in the Pacific, saying it fell short of standards followed by other nuclear powers. The test, China's first known SLBM launch since 1982, drew concern from regional nations and analysts see it as a strategic signal.
U.S. authorities have charged Indian gangster Lawrence Bishnoi and his aide Satinderjeet Singh with orchestrating the 2023 killing of Sikh separatist leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar in Canada. The charges are part of a coordinated international operation that indicted 37 members of three India-linked crime syndicates. Meanwhile, a senior Canadian police official said investigators found no evidence linking Indian government officials to the murder, contradicting earlier allegations by then-Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.
NATO and its Indo-Pacific partners (IP4) pledged to expand cooperation in defense industry and advanced technology during a meeting in Ankara, Turkey. South Korean President Lee Jae Myung attended, alongside officials from Japan, Australia, and New Zealand, with discussions covering Russia's aggression in Ukraine and Indo-Pacific security.
Solomon Islands Prime Minister Matthew Wale has proposed a Pacific-wide security agreement and condemned China's recent missile test in the region, saying 'this is not something a friend does.' Fiji and Papua New Guinea leaders also voiced objections, signaling a potential shift in regional attitudes toward China.
China conducted a submarine-launched missile test in the South Pacific, drawing sharp criticism from Australia, Japan, and New Zealand. The test highlights China's growing military capabilities and its challenge to the US-led security order in the region.
Egypt fell to Argentina 2-3 in the World Cup round of 16, ending a historic run that saw the Pharaohs reach the knockout stages for the first time. Coach Hossam Hassan had stressed the team's identity and confidence ahead of the match, while fans across the country gathered to watch the encounter.
The trust managing the Ram Temple in Ayodhya has overhauled its leadership after allegations that millions of rupees in offerings were stolen. The scandal has sparked political fallout ahead of Uttar Pradesh elections, with opposition parties calling for Prime Minister Modi to address the issue.
India and Indonesia have agreed to deepen defense cooperation, with India supplying BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles and Astra air-to-air missiles. The deal, reported to be worth around $630 million, was announced during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's state visit to Jakarta, marking Indonesia as the third Southeast Asian nation to acquire the BrahMos system.
A French appeals court upheld Marine Le Pen's graft conviction but reduced her sentence, allowing her to potentially run for president in 2027. Le Pen denies wrongdoing and plans to appeal to France's top court. Meanwhile, a separate EU funds investigation continues.
Statelessness affects millions worldwide but remains largely misunderstood, often conflated with migration or refugeehood. As Global Voices reports, climate change adds a new dimension, threatening Pacific islanders with displacement and potential loss of citizenship.
China test-launched a long-range, nuclear-capable ballistic missile from a nuclear-powered submarine in the South Pacific on July 6, with the US voicing concern and calling for arms control talks. Taiwan's early-warning radar and New Zealand's advance notification also came into focus in coverage of the event.
The NRL has unveiled a seven-year, $5.3 billion broadcast rights deal, retaining Channel Nine and Foxtel as partners and setting the stage for expansion and growth. The deal raises questions about subscription costs and comes as women's players push for better pay and conditions.
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung has departed for Turkey to attend the NATO summit, where he will meet with alliance leaders and participate in a defense industry forum. Following the summit, he will make a state visit to Mongolia, declaring a 'golden era' in bilateral relations.
China test-fired a nuclear-capable ballistic missile with a dummy warhead into the Pacific, landing near the exclusive economic zones of Nauru and Tuvalu. The launch drew sharp criticism from Australia, New Zealand, and the United States, while Beijing called it routine.