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Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar arrived in Shanghai to sign an agreement making Pakistan a founding member of the World Artificial Intelligence Cooperation Organisation (WAICO). The visit coincides with the World Artificial Intelligence Conference 2026, where China is expected to unveil its vision for global AI governance.
South Korea will develop a sovereign AI model focused on cybersecurity by the end of 2026, responding to recent US export controls on advanced AI systems. Science Minister Bae Kyung-hoon announced the plan, highlighting the need to strengthen domestic AI capabilities amid growing digital threats.
Wildfire smoke from northwestern Ontario has made Toronto's air quality the worst among major cities worldwide, triggering health warnings and evacuations while spreading into the northeastern United States. Over 800 active fires are burning across Canada, with more than 1.9 million hectares of land affected.
Argentina defeated England 2-1 in the World Cup semifinal, with Lionel Messi providing two assists to secure a comeback victory. The defending champions will face Spain in the final, where Messi aims to become the first captain to lift the trophy twice.
South Korean stocks tumbled sharply as escalating Middle East tensions and a selloff in technology shares rattled investors. The KOSPI fell more than 6 percent in a volatile session, while the Bank of Korea raised its benchmark interest rate. The U.S. launched fresh strikes on Iran, adding to worries about energy supplies.
The government and the ruling Democratic Party have agreed to expedite the creation of a unified military academy for the Army, Navy, and Air Force in Daejeon, a move aimed at modernizing officer education. The plan has drawn objections from alumni associations and the opposition, while officials argue it is essential for future warfare readiness.
President Donald Trump said his administration will probably cooperate with South Korean and other companies on shipbuilding to reinforce the U.S. Navy, following a request to Seoul to build military vessels. The move comes as Washington seeks to address delays and cost overruns in its own shipbuilding sector.
A coalition of 14 nations, led by the US, issued a joint statement on the 10th anniversary of the 2016 South China Sea arbitration, reaffirming that China's expansive claims are illegal. While some reports frame the statement as a reaffirmation of the rules-based order, others criticize it as geopolitically motivated and highlight China's objections based on its 2006 UNCLOS declaration.
US-mediated talks in Rome have advanced plans for Israeli withdrawal from pilot zones in southern Lebanon, with the US military coordinating alongside Lebanese forces. The framework agreement, signed June 26, faces challenges including Hezbollah's opposition and domestic controversy over the selected zones.
Container shipping is gradually returning to the Suez Canal as tensions ease, but a potential Houthi blockade of the Bab el-Mandeb Strait could hit non-oil freight hard. Reports detail Maersk's rerouting of the AE15 service and expert warnings on the impact to container markets.
Coupang Inc. paid $250,000 to lobby the White House, House, and USTR in Q2 via Ballard Partners. The move came as a House Judiciary Committee report and a White House official criticized South Korea's probes into Coupang's data leak as 'discriminatory.'
Andy Burnham, former Greater Manchester mayor, is set to become the UK's next prime minister after being the only candidate to replace Keir Starmer. His rapid rise draws criticism over lack of scrutiny, while he pledges continuity on NATO and tougher Israel sanctions.
Israeli military officials briefed the Security Cabinet that the IDF controls between 67% and 70% of the Gaza Strip, according to Israeli sources, while Defense Minister Israel Katz said Israel holds more than 60% and aims to reach 70%. The expansion follows Hamas's refusal to disarm under a US-backed plan, and Israel says it will not withdraw from security zones despite reported US pressure.
US-brokered talks between Lebanon and Israel concluded in Rome, with agreements on pilot zones for phased Israeli withdrawal and Lebanese army deployment. Hezbollah remains opposed to direct talks, and no timetable has been set for full withdrawal.
The International Monetary Fund has warned that the global economy has largely used up its capacity to absorb energy shocks, with oil reserves depleted and inventories near operational minimums. The warning comes as the Strait of Hormuz remains restricted amid the US-Iran conflict, threatening further economic damage.
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has indicated the company is ready to cut prices for its latest AI models, intensifying competition with US rival Anthropic and a wave of cheaper Chinese alternatives. The release of GPT-5.6, with three tiers, underscores an industry shift toward cost efficiency, while Chinese models like Z.ai's GLM-5.2 are closing the capability gap at a fraction of the cost.
In July 1938, representatives from 32 countries met in Evian, France, to discuss the plight of half a million Jews in Nazi Germany. Despite the urgency, no nation offered to take in significant numbers, a failure that sent a clear signal to the Nazi regime.
South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster has appointed Darline Graham Nordone, sister of the late Senator Lindsey Graham, to fill his seat until January 2027. The appointment, backed by President Donald Trump, maintains the Republican majority in the Senate.
Iran's Revolutionary Guards have threatened to close additional export routes serving US and allied interests after shutting the Strait of Hormuz, while the US military has launched fresh strikes on Iranian targets. The escalation includes a naval blockade, tanker interceptions, and attacks on Gulf allies, raising tensions across the region.
The India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement came into effect on Wednesday, removing or reducing tariffs on 99% of Indian exports to the UK and 90% of UK goods imported by India. The deal is expected to boost sectors like textiles, leather, and automobiles, while US senators introduced a bill to impose 100% tariffs on India over Russian oil purchases.