Japan's ex-defence minister visits Philippines
In a landmark diplomatic mission, Japan's former defence chief Shigeru Ishiba travels to the Philippines to strengthen bilateral ties and discuss regional security cooperation.
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Brexit's role in Starmer's small boats crisis
Keir Starmer inherits a small boats crisis directly fuelled by Brexit's policy failures. Our analysis reveals how leaving the EU destroyed the returns agreement that previously kept Channel crossings manageable.
Starmer's Brexit reset: Labour plans EU relations overhaul
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer announces groundbreaking strategy to fundamentally reshape UK-EU ties, promising closer cooperation on security and trade while ruling out single market return.
Trump Administration Approves Major Military Deal with Australia
The Trump administration has reportedly approved a landmark military agreement with Australia, marking a significant escalation in Pacific defence cooperation and weapons technology sharing between the two allied nations.
Zelenskyy offers Europe drone defence expertise
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has proposed sharing his nation's hard-won expertise in countering Russian drone attacks to help European nations bolster their air defences against growing threats.
UN Chief Warns World is 'Unhinged' at General Assembly
UN Secretary-General António Guterres warns of a world splitting into rival blocs and calls for renewed cooperation on climate and peace, as leaders gather in New York.
Saudi-Pakistan Defence Pact Alarms India
Saudi Arabia signs a major defence cooperation agreement with Pakistan, a move analysts warn could escalate regional tensions and challenge India's strategic interests.
EU Revives India Trade Pact to Counter Russia in Ukraine War
Exclusive: The European Union is accelerating negotiations for a landmark free trade agreement with India, a strategic move to reduce Moscow's economic leverage and secure supply chains amid the ongoing Ukraine conflict.
West African Nations Forge Historic Cooperation Pact
In a landmark move for regional stability, Ghana, Senegal, and The Gambia have signed a pivotal cooperation agreement covering security, economic development, and cross-border collaboration, signalling a new era of West African diplomacy.
UK-US Trade Deal Hopes Fade Before Trump Visit
Downing Street downplays prospects of a major UK-US trade agreement during Donald Trump's upcoming state visit, as political hurdles and protectionist policies cast doubt on a swift deal.
Australia and PNG sign major defence pact amid Pacific tensions
Australia and Papua New Guinea sign a landmark security agreement, strengthening military cooperation and regional stability in the Pacific amidst growing geopolitical competition.
Mandelson Picked to Lead UK's Trump-Style Trade Unit
Exclusive: Labour grandee Lord Mandelson is being lined up to head a powerful new 'Office for Trade and Competitiveness', a move mirroring the US's aggressive trade strategy under Trump.
Labour seeks new UK pact with US, Canada, Australia and NZ
Exclusive: Sir Keir Starmer's Labour government is pursuing a landmark 'UKNA' agreement to deepen economic, diplomatic, and security cooperation with key anglophone allies, marking a major post-Brexit foreign policy shift.
Myanmar Junta Chief Isolated at China Summit
General Min Aung Hlaing's awkward participation at the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation meeting highlights Myanmar's deepening diplomatic isolation and China's cautious engagement.
Doubts over Badenoch's £100bn Brexit trade boast
Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch faces scepticism over her claim of a £100bn post-Brexit trade deal boost, as economists and opposition MPs demand evidence for the figures.
Kim Jong Un Inspects North Korean Missile Factory Expansion
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has personally inspected a key weapons factory, signalling a major expansion of the country's missile production capabilities as military cooperation with Russia deepens and tensions with the US and South Korea escalate.
Xi Hosts Putin and Modi in Strategic Summit Countering NATO
Chinese President Xi Jinping convenes with Russia's Vladimir Putin and India's Narendra Modi in Kazakhstan for a pivotal SCO summit, reshaping global alliances as Western leaders gather for NATO.
Trump's Tariff Plan: Threat to UK Economy Revealed
Exclusive analysis reveals how Donald Trump's proposed aggressive tariff regime could trigger a transatlantic trade war, spike consumer prices, and hit British businesses hard if he wins the 2024 election.
Brexit Critics Fall Silent as UK-EU Trade Alignment Gains Support
A significant political shift is underway in Westminster as opposition to closer UK-EU trading ties diminishes. Key Brexit critics are softening their stance, paving the way for enhanced economic cooperation and regulatory alignment with Europe.
Canadian lumber tariff bid against US falls flat
A major Canadian effort to impose punishing tariffs on American softwood lumber has collapsed spectacularly, handing a surprise victory to US producers and exposing the complexities of cross-border trade disputes.
Canada imposes retaliatory tariffs on US goods after Trump move
Canada has announced a new wave of counter-tariffs on American products in response to former President Donald Trump's revived trade war tactics, targeting key exports from politically sensitive US states.
Canada Scraps Tariffs on UK Goods in Major Trade Deal
In a significant boost for post-Brexit Britain, Canada has agreed to remove all tariffs on UK exports, paving the way for a sweeping new trade deal. The move, warmly welcomed by the City of London and Wall Street, signals a new era of economic cooperation
Missing Baby's Parents Arrested After 'Non-Cooperation'
The parents of a missing 8-month-old baby girl have been arrested in Colorado after police say they refused to cooperate with the investigation into her disappearance. The infant, Lydia Rigsby, was reported abducted from a campground, but authorities now
China Condemns US 'Bullying' Over Tariff Threats
Beijing condemns Washington's latest tariff strategy as economic coercion, escalating tensions in a move that could reshape global trade dynamics and impact markets worldwide.
Beshear seeks bipartisan collaboration with West Virginia
Democratic Governor Andy Beshear of Kentucky reaches out to West Virginia, urging collaboration across party lines in a bid to foster regional cooperation.
Australia-Philippines Defence Deal Amid China Tensions
Australia and the Philippines have signed a new defence agreement to enhance military cooperation, as regional tensions with China escalate over disputed waters.
Putin's secret North Korea pact revealed
Vladimir Putin has reportedly signed a covert agreement with North Korea, raising global concerns over military cooperation and geopolitical tensions.
Sophie strengthens UK-Japan naval ties in Singapore
Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh, embarks on a diplomatic mission to Singapore, reinforcing UK-Japan naval cooperation and commemorating historic ties.
UK-France £480m deal to curb Channel crossings
Britain and France have agreed on a new £480 million deal to enhance border security and reduce illegal Channel crossings by migrants.
Australia & NZ Ink Defence Pact with Japan
Australia and New Zealand have signed a landmark defence agreement with Japan, strengthening military ties in response to growing regional instability. The pact includes joint exercises and intelligence sharing.
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