Gavin Esler: Suez is paralleled with Trump’s latest tariff move
Larry Summers, who was US Treasury secretary in Bill Clinton’s administration, has a sharp tongue and a very sharp mind....
China
Conflict in the Congo tests China’s diplomatic resolve
China's long standing- policy of absolute neutrality in African conflicts is facing growing challenges due to the ongoing war in...
China forced to pick sides in Congo conflict
China, which has long maintained a policy of strict neutrality in global conflicts, may be forced to reconsider its stance...
Morocco modernises air force with China’s TB-001 drone
As part of its ongoing efforts to modernise its military, Morocco has made a significant acquisition by incorporating the Chinese...
Diplomats call for end to US sanctions on Iran
Senior diplomats from Iran, China, and Russia called for an end to US sanctions on Iran during talks in Beijing...
Algeria state oil firm signs deal with China-based Sinopec
Sonatrach, the state oil and gas firm in Algeria said on February 25th that it had signed a contract for...
US absent at G20 talks in South Africa
US secretary of state Marco Rubio has boycotted the G20 meeting in South Africa after accusing the host nation of...
Declan Hayes: India – a formidable force
Although Russia, China, India and the world’s other adult powers are no doubt laughing themselves silly from watching VPOTUS Vance...
Macron and Modi meet in Marseille to strengthen ties
French President Emmanuel Macron and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi are in the southern port city of Marseille this February...
Martin Jay: Trump – the bull in the china shop
The recent announcement by Trump that he is going to hit the EU, Canada, China and even Russia with tariffs...
Nigeria admitted to BRICS as a partner country
BRICS chair Brazil says Nigeria has been admitted as a “partner country” of the bloc, according to ABC on January...
Chinese diplomat heads to Africa to build strategic ties
The Chinese Foreign Minister has travelled to Africa to build deeper ties with the continent. China has a 35-year long...
China invests in Africa’s booming cement market
China has invested in five new cement projects in Africa, with Africa's cement market projected to grow from $35bn in...
BRICS: Indonesia to become a fully-fledged member
Indonesia will become the newest fully-fledged member of the BRICS alliance in 2025, according to Reuters on January 7, 2025....
China’s top diplomat on African charm offensive
China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi has begun his traditional New Year tour of Africa, in another push by Beijing to...
