Geopolitical Chess: Putin's Next Move Includes North KoreaNHK reported on the 12th, citing multiple diplomatic sources including high-ranking Russian government officials, that Russian President Vladimir Putin is coordinating a visit to North Korea early next week. According to NHK, Putin will be visiting North Korea for the first time in 24 years since July 2000. The media outlet also stated that it […]
South Korea and Turkmenistan Seal Deal on Major Gas Plant ProjectsSouth Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol is currently visiting Turkmenistan and has decided to strengthen the partnership between South Korea and Turkmenistan. The two countries agreed to expand cooperation in energy and plant businesses in Turkmenistan, the world’s fourth-largest holder of natural gas, to broaden the participation of South Korean companies. After a summit with […]
Japan and Ukraine to Accelerate Security Pact Negotiations at G7Japan’s Prime Minister Fumio Kishida is expected to hold a bilateral meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at the G7 summit. According to Yonhap News on the 8th, it was revealed Kishida is coordinating a plan to hold a bilateral meeting with Zelenskyy during his participation in the G7 summit to be held in Italy […]
New Horizons in Korea-Africa RelationsPresident Yoon Suk Yeol made a joint declaration to strengthen cooperation in areas including critical mineral supply chains, digital transformation, science and technology, and investment and infrastructure, with leaders from 48 African countries. This move is seen as laying the groundwork for expanding into Africa. At the KINTEX in Goyang, Gyeonggi Province, Yoon presided over […]
Xi Jinping Unveils Major Tech and Space Collaboration with Arab NationsDuring the 10th China-Arab States Cooperation Forum Ministerial Meeting in Beijing, China on May 30, President Xi Jinping proposed a five-point cooperation framework for the future advancement of China and Arab nations. Xi first announced that China and the Arab countries will establish ten joint research institutes in fields such as life and health, artificial […]
Was the EU Commissioner's Surprise Meeting with Israeli PM a Diplomatic Misstep?The meeting between EU Commissioner for Neighbourhood and Enlargement Oliver Varhelyi, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, and Defense Minister Yoav Gallant sparked controversy. Critics argue his actions as inappropriate, contrasting with the EU’s recent tough messages towards Israel. On the 29th, Varhelyi announced on X that “it was an honor to meet with Netanyahu to […]
South Korea Enlists China For Help with North Korea's AggressionDuring the South Korea-China bilateral meeting on the 26th, President Yoon Suk Yeol requested Li Qiang, the Premier of the State Council of China, to play a role as a fortress of peace as threats from North Korea continue to escalate. It was reported that Yoon expressed his concerns about “North Korea’s nuclear development, the […]
U.S. and Saudi Arabia Near Major Security Deal Amid Middle East TensionsOn the 19th (local time), U.S. National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan and Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman met in Dammam, Saudi Arabia, to discuss strengthening cooperation in various areas, including a broad security agreement between the two countries. The Saudi state-run SPA news agency reported that during the meeting, Sullivan and Crown Prince […]
Will Russia and North Korea Rise as the World's New Power Duo?North Korean leader Kim Jong Un sent a congratulatory telegram to Russian President Vladimir Putin on the 79th anniversary of Victory Day, which commemorates Russia’s victory in World War II. Russia also expressed its willingness to develop cooperation with North Korea in all areas, suggesting that the relationship between North Korea and Russia is deepening. […]
China vs Japan: A Battle of Diplomacy Over Debt Trap AccusationsChina has strongly criticized Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida’s recent criticism of its debt-trap diplomacy, stating it “tarnishes China’s image.” The Chinese Embassy in Japan announced on the 8th through a spokesperson’s statement that “China has repeatedly explained the facts and tried to ensure correct understanding.” Before this, Prime Minister Kishida had criticized China’s debt-trap […]
China's Global Power Play: Africa's Minerals in the CrosshairAs China solidifies its cooperative relationships with African nations, they are trying to secure a supply chain for crucial mineral supply networks. While major Western countries, including the United States, strive to reduce their dependence on China for critical minerals such as rare earth and cobalt, China has long been establishing roots and expanding its […]
President Vucic Says Xi Jinping's Visit Will Be a 'Major Event for All Serbians'Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic announced last Tuesday that Chinese President Xi Jinping’s state visit is a major diplomatic issue for Serbia and a significant event that all Serbian citizens should celebrate. Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic meets with the visiting President of Xinhua News Agency, Fu Hua, in Belgrade, Serbia, on April 30, 2024. Vucic expressed […]
Rift in Diplomatic Relations? North Korea Snubs Cuba on Founder's DayOn March 16, North Korean Ambassador Ma Chol Su met with Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel in Havana, according to reports from the Cuban presidential office’s social media and state-run media. North Korean authorities sent congratulatory messages to various countries on the Day of the Sun (April 15), but it was confirmed that Cuba was not […]
Israeli-Palestinian Relations: A Ray of Hope for LiberationThe ceasefire negotiations between Israel and the Palestinian armed group Hamas in the Gaza Strip are seen as moving smoothly. Egypt, the mediator of their talks, is in a welcoming mood. According to AFP and other sources, on the 29th (local time), the negotiation delegations of both sides announced that they would soon return with […]
Nuclear Innovation: U.S. Partners with South Korea on Research ReactorThe United States National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) has agreed to participate in developing Korea’s new research reactor. The U.S. will review and optimize the design of the export-oriented research reactor pilot model developed by Korea from a nuclear proliferation resistance perspective. On the 22nd, Lee Chang Yoon, the First Vice Minister of Science and […]
Biden Gives the Green Light to Japan-North Korea SummitAs Japan’s Prime Minister Fumio Kishida emphasizes a ‘meeting without preconditions’ and focuses on realizing a North Korea-Japan summit, U.S. President Joe Biden has expressed his support for the summit for the first time. With public support from the U.S., it will be interesting to see if discussions surrounding a meeting between Prime Minister Kishida […]
Will Putin's Visit to China Lead to a North Korean Detour?Accepting Kim Jong Un’s invitation to visit North Korea has increased the high-level exchanges between North Korea and Russia. ⓒ AP/Newsis As the official confirmation of Russian President Vladimir Putin’s visit to China this year has been made, attention is also being drawn to the possibility of his visit to North Korea. According to Yonhap […]
Vietnam's Top Diplomat in Beijing: A Sign of Enhanced Bilateral Relations?The Chairman of the Vietnamese National Assembly, Vương Đình Huệ, made history by being the first to engage in talks with President Xi Jinping during his official visit to Beijing. Both leaders agreed to strengthen their bilateral relations to build a future community. According to the Vietnamese local media VnExpress, on the 8th, Chairman Huệ […]
China Slams US-Japan-Philippines Summit, Alleging Power PlayPhoto: Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs The Chinese government has criticized the upcoming summit between the United States, Japan, and the Philippines on the 11th, accusing it of “promoting exclusive factional opposition.” Mao Ning, spokesperson for the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs, responded to a question asked during a regular briefing on the 8th, “How […]
North Korean Authorities Visit Mongolia to Strengthen Diplomatic Relations Yonhap News It has been confirmed that North Korean authorities departed from Pyongyang on the 9th for a visit to Mongolia. This action is interpreted as North Korea’s intention to overturn the balance in Northeast Asia by turning the shock of the diplomatic relationship establishment between South Korea and Cuba into the foreign management of […]
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Geopolitical Chess: Putin's Next Move Includes North Korea NHK reported on the 12th, citing multiple diplomatic sources including high-ranking Russian government officials, that Russian President Vladimir Putin is coordinating a visit to North Korea early next week. According to NHK, Putin will be visiting North Korea for the first time in 24 years since July 2000. The media outlet also stated that it […]
South Korea and Turkmenistan Seal Deal on Major Gas Plant Projects South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol is currently visiting Turkmenistan and has decided to strengthen the partnership between South Korea and Turkmenistan. The two countries agreed to expand cooperation in energy and plant businesses in Turkmenistan, the world’s fourth-largest holder of natural gas, to broaden the participation of South Korean companies. After a summit with […]
Japan and Ukraine to Accelerate Security Pact Negotiations at G7 Japan’s Prime Minister Fumio Kishida is expected to hold a bilateral meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at the G7 summit. According to Yonhap News on the 8th, it was revealed Kishida is coordinating a plan to hold a bilateral meeting with Zelenskyy during his participation in the G7 summit to be held in Italy […]
New Horizons in Korea-Africa Relations President Yoon Suk Yeol made a joint declaration to strengthen cooperation in areas including critical mineral supply chains, digital transformation, science and technology, and investment and infrastructure, with leaders from 48 African countries. This move is seen as laying the groundwork for expanding into Africa. At the KINTEX in Goyang, Gyeonggi Province, Yoon presided over […]
Xi Jinping Unveils Major Tech and Space Collaboration with Arab Nations During the 10th China-Arab States Cooperation Forum Ministerial Meeting in Beijing, China on May 30, President Xi Jinping proposed a five-point cooperation framework for the future advancement of China and Arab nations. Xi first announced that China and the Arab countries will establish ten joint research institutes in fields such as life and health, artificial […]
Was the EU Commissioner's Surprise Meeting with Israeli PM a Diplomatic Misstep? The meeting between EU Commissioner for Neighbourhood and Enlargement Oliver Varhelyi, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, and Defense Minister Yoav Gallant sparked controversy. Critics argue his actions as inappropriate, contrasting with the EU’s recent tough messages towards Israel. On the 29th, Varhelyi announced on X that “it was an honor to meet with Netanyahu to […]
South Korea Enlists China For Help with North Korea's Aggression During the South Korea-China bilateral meeting on the 26th, President Yoon Suk Yeol requested Li Qiang, the Premier of the State Council of China, to play a role as a fortress of peace as threats from North Korea continue to escalate. It was reported that Yoon expressed his concerns about “North Korea’s nuclear development, the […]
U.S. and Saudi Arabia Near Major Security Deal Amid Middle East Tensions On the 19th (local time), U.S. National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan and Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman met in Dammam, Saudi Arabia, to discuss strengthening cooperation in various areas, including a broad security agreement between the two countries. The Saudi state-run SPA news agency reported that during the meeting, Sullivan and Crown Prince […]
Will Russia and North Korea Rise as the World's New Power Duo? North Korean leader Kim Jong Un sent a congratulatory telegram to Russian President Vladimir Putin on the 79th anniversary of Victory Day, which commemorates Russia’s victory in World War II. Russia also expressed its willingness to develop cooperation with North Korea in all areas, suggesting that the relationship between North Korea and Russia is deepening. […]
China vs Japan: A Battle of Diplomacy Over Debt Trap Accusations China has strongly criticized Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida’s recent criticism of its debt-trap diplomacy, stating it “tarnishes China’s image.” The Chinese Embassy in Japan announced on the 8th through a spokesperson’s statement that “China has repeatedly explained the facts and tried to ensure correct understanding.” Before this, Prime Minister Kishida had criticized China’s debt-trap […]
China's Global Power Play: Africa's Minerals in the Crosshair As China solidifies its cooperative relationships with African nations, they are trying to secure a supply chain for crucial mineral supply networks. While major Western countries, including the United States, strive to reduce their dependence on China for critical minerals such as rare earth and cobalt, China has long been establishing roots and expanding its […]
President Vucic Says Xi Jinping's Visit Will Be a 'Major Event for All Serbians' Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic announced last Tuesday that Chinese President Xi Jinping’s state visit is a major diplomatic issue for Serbia and a significant event that all Serbian citizens should celebrate. Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic meets with the visiting President of Xinhua News Agency, Fu Hua, in Belgrade, Serbia, on April 30, 2024. Vucic expressed […]
Rift in Diplomatic Relations? North Korea Snubs Cuba on Founder's Day On March 16, North Korean Ambassador Ma Chol Su met with Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel in Havana, according to reports from the Cuban presidential office’s social media and state-run media. North Korean authorities sent congratulatory messages to various countries on the Day of the Sun (April 15), but it was confirmed that Cuba was not […]
Israeli-Palestinian Relations: A Ray of Hope for Liberation The ceasefire negotiations between Israel and the Palestinian armed group Hamas in the Gaza Strip are seen as moving smoothly. Egypt, the mediator of their talks, is in a welcoming mood. According to AFP and other sources, on the 29th (local time), the negotiation delegations of both sides announced that they would soon return with […]
Nuclear Innovation: U.S. Partners with South Korea on Research Reactor The United States National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) has agreed to participate in developing Korea’s new research reactor. The U.S. will review and optimize the design of the export-oriented research reactor pilot model developed by Korea from a nuclear proliferation resistance perspective. On the 22nd, Lee Chang Yoon, the First Vice Minister of Science and […]
Biden Gives the Green Light to Japan-North Korea Summit As Japan’s Prime Minister Fumio Kishida emphasizes a ‘meeting without preconditions’ and focuses on realizing a North Korea-Japan summit, U.S. President Joe Biden has expressed his support for the summit for the first time. With public support from the U.S., it will be interesting to see if discussions surrounding a meeting between Prime Minister Kishida […]
Will Putin's Visit to China Lead to a North Korean Detour? Accepting Kim Jong Un’s invitation to visit North Korea has increased the high-level exchanges between North Korea and Russia. ⓒ AP/Newsis As the official confirmation of Russian President Vladimir Putin’s visit to China this year has been made, attention is also being drawn to the possibility of his visit to North Korea. According to Yonhap […]
Vietnam's Top Diplomat in Beijing: A Sign of Enhanced Bilateral Relations? The Chairman of the Vietnamese National Assembly, Vương Đình Huệ, made history by being the first to engage in talks with President Xi Jinping during his official visit to Beijing. Both leaders agreed to strengthen their bilateral relations to build a future community. According to the Vietnamese local media VnExpress, on the 8th, Chairman Huệ […]
China Slams US-Japan-Philippines Summit, Alleging Power Play Photo: Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs The Chinese government has criticized the upcoming summit between the United States, Japan, and the Philippines on the 11th, accusing it of “promoting exclusive factional opposition.” Mao Ning, spokesperson for the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs, responded to a question asked during a regular briefing on the 8th, “How […]
North Korean Authorities Visit Mongolia to Strengthen Diplomatic Relations Yonhap News It has been confirmed that North Korean authorities departed from Pyongyang on the 9th for a visit to Mongolia. This action is interpreted as North Korea’s intention to overturn the balance in Northeast Asia by turning the shock of the diplomatic relationship establishment between South Korea and Cuba into the foreign management of […]
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