Category: international relations
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Nepal’s Foreign Policy Maintains Course Amid PM Shah’s Shift
The New Government and Its Foreign Policy Approach Kathmandu, July 4 – The formation of one of the most powerful governments in Nepal’s recent history raised expectations of sweeping reforms, bold policy shifts, and institutional changes. It also put Prime Minister Balendra Shah’s foreign policy under close scrutiny. As the government completes its honeymoon period…
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“Unscrambling an Omelette”: Canada-US Trade Minister Comments Ahead of CUSMA Review
The Significance of Trade Relations Between Canada, the United States, and Mexico The United States has long been Canada’s closest trading partner, a relationship that has been solidified through the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CUSMA). This agreement has facilitated the free flow of goods, including crude oil, between the two nations for…
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European armies boast two million troops – yet we still need Trump
European Allies and the Question of US Troop Withdrawal With a combined strength of over two million soldiers, European allies have long been concerned about the potential withdrawal of US troops from the continent. This concern was heightened when former US President Donald Trump threatened to pull out 5,000 troops from Germany. The move came…
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Shadow fleet enters British waters daily since crackdown
Sanctioned Russian vessels have entered British waters at least once a day since the government introduced measures to tackle the shadow fleet in March. However, none of these vessels have been intercepted, as admitted by a government minister. This has raised concerns about the repeated incursions into UK waters, especially with a Russian attack submarine…
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China Denies Xi Said Putin Would Regret Invasion
China has denied claims that President Xi Jinping told former U.S. President Donald Trump that Russian President Vladimir Putin could face consequences for invading Ukraine during their recent summit. This denial comes as Putin arrives in Beijing for a two-day visit, which marks his 25th trip to the country. According to reports from the Financial…
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Trump Turns on MAGA – What’s Next?
The Growing Discontent Within the MAGA Movement The once-unbreakable bond between Donald Trump and his Make America Great Again (MAGA) movement is showing signs of strain, particularly due to the ongoing conflict with Iran. This issue has sparked criticism from some long-time supporters who previously stood by the former president. Podcaster Joe Rogan, known for…
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Trump’s China Breakthrough Sparks Taiwan Dilemma as Ex-NBA Star Highlights Island’s AI Edge
President Donald TrumpReturned from Beijing promoting stronger trade relations with Chinese President Xi Jinping, but the summit failed to resolve one of the most significant issues in U.S.-China relations: Taiwan. Taiwan is at the heart of the worldwide technology competition,” said former NBA player Enes Kanter Freedom in a Zoom interview with Fox News Digital.…
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Iran Live Updates: Trump Urges Speed on Iran Deal
President Donald Trump declared “major combat operations” against Iran on February 28, involving extensive U.S.-Israeli attacks on military, governmental, and infrastructure locations. In the wake of the declaration of a two-week truce,initial U.S.-Iran talksin Pakistan in April was unable to achieve a peace agreement. Trump later stated that the ceasefire would be extended indefinitely and…
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US military ‘preparing to board Iran-linked ships in just days’ marking huge escalation
US Launches ‘Economic Fury’ Campaign Against Iran, Expanding Maritime Crackdown The United States military is embarking on a significant escalation of its campaign against Iran, preparing to intercept and board vessels linked to the Islamic Republic. This strategic manoeuvre, codenamed “Economic Fury,” signals a broadening of the conflict beyond its current focus on the Strait…
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What makes military alliances shift in Middle East conflicts?
Military alliances in the Middle East shift when leaders decide that yesterday’s main enemy is no longer the most urgent danger. In practice, that can mean old rivals opening channels, formal partners hedging their bets, or proxy relationships being downgraded when they become too costly or too risky. Recent regional analysis describes exactly this kind…