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El-Sisi, Eritrea's Afwerki to hold Cairo talks on bilateral ties, regional issues - Foreign Affairs - Egypt - Ahram Online

Summary: - Egypt and Eritrea (President El-Sisi and President Afwerki) plan formal talks in Cairo to deepen bilateral relations and discuss regional and international issues of mutual interest. - The discussions are expected to cover expanded cooperation across multiple sectors and joint perspectives on Horn of Africa developments, Red Sea security, and regional stability. - The two countries have stepped up political, security, and diplomatic coordination over the past years

2026-06-08

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India Requests Bangladesh Verify Migrants

India's request to Bangladesh for migrant verification escalates diplomatic tensions.

2026-06-07

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Bolivia’s 2025 Elections: Implications for U.S. Policy

Summary: Bolivia’s August 17, 2025 presidential and legislative elections could redefine the country’s foreign policy, economics, and security posture after two decades under MAS (Movimiento al Socialismo). Internal MAS divisions and weakening economic conditions have increased uncertainty about the outcome. U.S.-Bolivia relations have been tense, with no ambassador exchange since 2008 and past concerns over coca-policy, governance, and human rights. The leading candidates (R

2026-06-07

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(PDF) BRUNEI AND THE WORLD SINCE 1984 - Academia.edu

Brunei’s post-1984 foreign policy centers on independence-led diplomacy as a small state. Key elements: - Independence framework: Full independence in 1984 established Brunei’s distinct foreign policy and diplomacy. - Neutrality and sovereignty: The sultanate emphasizes neutrality and non-interference to preserve sovereignty and regional stability. - ASEAN and UN engagement: Active membership in regional (ASEAN) and international (UN) bodies underpins Brunei’s diplomatic inf

2026-06-07

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Cambodia Invokes Little-Used UN Procedure to Press Maritime Claim Against Thailand

Cambodia has formally invoked a rarely used UNCLOS mechanism—compulsory conciliation—to resolve its long-running maritime boundary dispute with Thailand over a ~26,000 sq km area in the Gulf of Thailand believed to hold significant oil and natural gas reserves (roughly $300 billion in value). The process yields non-binding recommendations from a Conciliation Commission and mirrors East Timor’s prior use with Australia. Cambodia designated Foreign Minister Prak Sokhonn as its

2026-06-07

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Ghana woos US investors as Trade Mission Summit opens in Accra - Graphic Online

Summary: - Ghana hosts a US–Ghana Chamber of Commerce Trade and Investment Mission in Accra, signaling intensified efforts to attract American investment and deepen economic cooperation. - Government officials (including Deputy Minister Sampson Ahi) frame the mission as a milestone to translate longstanding diplomatic ties into a robust commercial partnership that boosts growth, investment, and employment. - Priority sectors identified for opportunities include agriculture/a

2026-06-07

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Ruto to ambassadors: Sell Kenya, new Sh5trn ‘Singapore’ plan abroad | Daily Nation

President Ruto urged Kenya’s ambassadors to aggressively market the country abroad to counter negative perceptions and attract investment, as part of a broader push to accelerate growth, create jobs, and expand opportunities for Kenyans. Key points: - Diplomats should position Kenya as stable, ambitious, and business-friendly to win investment and partnerships. - Kenya aims to be a regional hub for international meetings, with investments in modern conference facilities (e.g

2026-06-07

diplomacy

Major victory of Kyrgyz diplomacy: Interview with President Sadyr Zhaparov - Kyrgyz national news agency

Kyrgyzstan secured a historic non-permanent seat on the UN Security Council with the backing of 142 of 191 member states. President Sadyr Zhaparov credits long-term diplomatic preparation (begun about two years prior) and pivotal regional leadership—especially Kyrgyzstan’s role in resolving long-standing Central Asian border issues—as key factors boosting international trust and contributing to the election success. He details early preparations led by Foreign Minister Jeenbe

2026-06-07

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Kyrgyzstan calls for more Asian, African and Latin American seats on UN Security Council | Euronews

Kyrgyzstan has announced its bid for a non-permanent seat on the UN Security Council and is pushing for reform to expand representation for Asia, Africa, and Latin America. Foreign Minister Jeenbek Kulubaev framed the move as part of a broader effort to strengthen multilateral diplomacy, uphold international law, and ensure the UNSC reflects small and developing states. Kyrgyzstan envisions using a council role to advance sustainable peace, preventive diplomacy, climate secur

2026-06-07

diplomacy

Liberia Lists Economic Diplomacy As Pillar Of Peace, Global Partnership…Addresses World Economic Forum – The News Newspaper Liberia

Summary: Liberia’s Foreign Minister Sara Beysolow Nyanti frames economic diplomacy as central to Liberia’s peace and national development. Speaking at a closed-door Davos roundtable on the World Economic Forum sidelines, she urged deeper partnerships among governments, multilateral institutions, and the private sector to align investment with Liberia’s priorities, climate resilience, and regional stability. She stressed that sustainable growth is a security strategy and that

2026-06-07