German Chancellor Merz Calls for Ceasefire Adherence in Lebanon
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz urges Israel and Hezbollah to honor the April ceasefire agreement to ensure stability and peace in Lebanon.
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Bangladeshi FM Khalilur Rahman Elected President of 81st UN General Assembly
Bangladeshi Foreign Minister Khalilur Rahman has been elected President of the 81st UN General Assembly, pledging to focus on peace, AI, and UN reform starting this September.
Bangladeshi FM Khalilur Rahman Elected President of 81st UN General Assembly
Bangladeshi FM Khalilur Rahman was elected president of the 81st UN General Assembly, promising to lead on peace, climate change, and institutional reform starting September 2026.
Benin’s New President Seeks to Reset Diplomatic Ties with Niger and Burkina Faso
President Romuald Wadagni visits Niger and Burkina Faso to ease regional tensions, strengthen security cooperation, and reset diplomatic ties following years of friction.
China and UK Strengthen Ties: 11th Strategic Dialogue Pledges Deeper Cooperation in Beijing
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and British Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper meet in Beijing to advance a comprehensive strategic partnership and expand cooperation in trade and AI.
Strengthening Ties: Lao Youth Reflect on China-Laos Cooperation During Presidential Visit
Lao President Thongloun Sisoulith visits Hangzhou to celebrate the 65th anniversary of China-Laos relations, highlighting the rail link’s impact on youth.
China and Laos Celebrate 65 Years of Ties: Youth Embrace New Connectivity
As President Thongloun Sisoulith visits China, Lao youth share how the China-Laos Railway and bilateral cooperation are fostering closer ties during the Year of China-Laos Friendship.
Iran Links Potential US Deal to Comprehensive Lebanon Ceasefire
Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf emphasizes that any agreement with the United States must include a comprehensive ceasefire in Lebanon to ensure regional stability.
Israel and Lebanon Begin New Round of De-escalation Talks in Washington
Ambassadors from Israel and Lebanon meet at the US State Department for a two-day round of direct talks aimed at regional de-escalation.
Israel and Lebanon Begin New Round of De-escalation Talks in Washington
Ambassadors from Israel and Lebanon meet at the US State Department for a two-day round of direct talks following de-escalation commitments to President Donald Trump.
China Calls for Restraint in Philippine Officials’ Remarks to Preserve Bilateral Ties
China’s Foreign Ministry urges the Philippines to curb provocative remarks by officials to avoid undermining efforts to stabilize bilateral relations following the Shangri-La Dialogue.
China Urges Philippines to Ensure Official Remarks Support Bilateral Stability
China’s Foreign Ministry urges the Philippines to curb officials’ remarks that could undermine efforts to maintain stable bilateral relations.
China Urges Philippines to Restrain Official Remarks to Preserve Bilateral Ties
China’s Foreign Ministry urges the Philippines to restrain official remarks to maintain stable bilateral relations following comments at the Shangri-La Dialogue.
China and Laos Mark 65 Years of Diplomatic Ties with Expanding Economic Synergy
As 2026 marks the 65th anniversary of China-Laos relations, bilateral trade and the transformative China-Laos Railway are driving regional growth.
China and UK Strengthen Strategic Ties: VP Han Zheng Meets Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper
Chinese Vice President Han Zheng and UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper met in Beijing to advance a comprehensive strategic partnership and collaborate on global challenges.
China and UK Strengthen Bilateral Ties: Vice President Han Zheng Meets UK Foreign Secretary
Chinese Vice President Han Zheng and UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper meet in Beijing to advance a comprehensive strategic partnership focusing on AI, green tech, and global stability.
China and UK Strengthen Ties: Wang Yi and Yvette Cooper Hold Strategic Dialogue in Beijing
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper meet in Beijing for the 11th China-UK strategic dialogue to strengthen bilateral ties.
China and UK Strengthen Bilateral Ties Through High-Level Strategic Dialogue
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper met in Beijing on June 3, 2026, to conduct the 11th China-UK strategic dialogue.
Lao President Thongloun Sisoulith Begins State Visit to China
Lao President Thongloun Sisoulith has arrived in Hangzhou to begin a state visit to China from June 2 to 6, focusing on strengthening bilateral ties.
Lao President Thongloun Sisoulith Commences State Visit to China
Lao President Thongloun Sisoulith arrives in Hangzhou for a state visit to the Chinese mainland (June 2-6), highlighting a strengthening strategic partnership.