New Zealand Moves to Cut Red Tape and Modernise State Institutions
New Zealanders deserve a public service that delivers results and better value for their taxpayer money. Too much of government is tied up in duplication right now – outdated systems…
Putin tells Xi Russia remains a reliable energy supplier amid Middle East crisis
The Chinese and Russian leaders have delivered brief opening remarks before commencing their bilateral talks. – Xi told Putin that the two countries should assist each other’s development and promote…
Japan and South Korea Are Quietly Building Asia’s New Energy Security Axis
As war in West Asia continues to disrupt global energy flows and uncertainty surrounding the Strait of Hormuz shakes Asian economies, a quiet but strategically significant transformation is taking place…
Trump to attend G7 summit in France in June
US President Donald Trump will travel to next month’s G7summit in France, a White House official told AFP Tuesday, despite tensions between Washington and its allies on a host of…
NATO state rejects Israeli ambassador
Croatian President Zoran Milanovic has refused to approve Israel’s new ambassador to Zagreb, citing disagreements with the Israeli government’s actions. – The presidential office announced the decision on Monday. –…
Pentagon says it reduced US troop brigades in Europe from four to three
The Department of Defense said Tuesday it was reducing the number of US troop brigades in Europe from four to three, taking the deployment back to 2021 levels, as Washington…
Canada and Spain Highlight Historic Partnership During King Felipe VI Visit
The relationship between Canada and Spain dates back several centuries and has evolved today into a solid partnership in the areas of trade, security, and defense. What an honor to…
Ireland Calls for Immediate Release of Citizens Detained by Israel
Statement by Minister McEntee on Global Sumud Flotilla Israel must uphold its obligations under international law, including ensuring the safety, welfare and humane treatment of the Irish citizens illegally detained…
Vance says ‘a lot of progress’ made in Iran talks
US Vice President JD Vance said on Tuesday the United States and Iran have made a lot of progress in their talks and neither side wants to see a resumption…