'We should not be at the mercy of events abroad' - Starmer
'We should not be at the mercy of events abroad' - Starmer
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Bangladesh India China US Policy 2026 | After 2026 election, Dhaka must set out clear India, China, and US policies | The Daily Star
Summary: The Daily Star argues that Bangladesh’s foreign policy lacks a stable, cross-administration framework, with foreign relations often cast as partisan tools rather than coherent strategy. It urges that after the 2026 elections, Dhaka should publish three enduring, consensus-driven policies toward India, China, and the US, reducing policy volatility across governments. Key recommendations include: - Develop a formal foreign-policy white paper within the first year of t
Energy realism: President Aliyev’s formula - At the opening of Baku Energy Week
Summary: Azerbaijan’s President Ilham Aliyev used the Baku Energy Week opening to frame energy policy as a foundation for national sovereignty and regional influence. He promoted energy realism: natural resources should serve state security, military resilience, and diplomatic leverage, not just revenue. The speech links oil and gas to independence, defense, and international agency, arguing that resources enable strong institutions and policy autonomy. He stressed a pragmati
Lula Government Says New U.S. Tariff Threat Is Protectionist and Warns of Reciprocity - 05/06/2026 - Business - Folha
Brazilian government calls new U.S. tariff threat protectionist and unilateral; contemplates invoking reciprocity law. U.S. proposed 12.5% tariff on Brazilian goods follows a separate 25% tariff proposal tied to alleged unfair practices and forced labor concerns. Lula administration rejects linking Brazil’s competitiveness to labor rights, citing Brazil’s longstanding anti-forced labor record. The move has domestic political implications, including reactions to a meeting betw