Australia’s Response and Actions to the Solomon-China Security Pact
In 2019, the Solomon Islands cut diplomatic ties with Taiwan after 36 years and began engaging with China.. This newfound closeness led to various forms…
Tuvalu reaffirms Taiwan ties, plans to revise Australia security pact | Politics News
New government pledges to keep up ‘special’ relationship with Taiwan, ending speculation it may switch diplomatic recognition to China. Tuvalu’s new government has committed to…
Hong Kong’s plan for a new national security law deepens fears over eroding civil liberties
Breadcrumb Trail LinksPMN BusinessAuthor of the article:The Associated Press Kanis LeungPublished Feb 28, 2024 • 5 minute read Article contentHONG KONG (AP) — As Hong…
Macron wants to lead Europe on Ukraine, but France may not let him – POLITICO
The question, then, is: How far is Macron truly ready to go this time? His previous lofty rhetoric on Ukraine, after all, has not been…
UN Security Council sanctions rebels in DR Congo as violence escalates
The United Nations Security Council has sanctioned the leaders of six armed groups fighting in the Democratic Republic of the Congo amid escalating violence in…
US tech giants refuse to work with Britain’s top secret military censorship board – POLITICO
Over the past several years, its scope has grown to include cyber incidents — such as when an MoD supplier was hit by a ransomware…
Hybrid Warfare and Its Influence on Pakistan Political Landscape
Abstract: The concept of hybrid warfare, aimed at undermining an enemy internally, has a historical backdrop but has evolved in its methods over time. In…
Can anyone stop Britain’s Tories going full Trump? – POLITICO
Who’s left? With an election looming, none of the One Nation members’ preferred candidates have indicated they would stand in a future leadership contest, and…
Macron doesn’t rule out sending Western troops to Ukraine – POLITICO
"It is a recognition of the challenge Ukraine faces, and that there is a bit more give, it's a credit to the French. They've had…
Less talk, more shells. Ukraine tells EU leaders to get serious about ammo. – POLITICO
In addition, half of the West’s commitments on military gear don’t arrive in time, Ukrainian Defense Minister Rustem Umerov complained this weekend. In Paris, the…
Israel strikes eastern Lebanon for first time since Gaza war began – POLITICO
Since the war in Gaza started in October, in the wake of Hamas' violent attack against Israel, Western countries including France have warned against escalation…
Global Cybercrime Treaty: A delicate balance between security and human rights
Cybercrime is a multi-trillion-dollar business. Drugs and weapons are being bought on the “dark web”, fraudsters are fleecing members of the public in elaborate online…
Ukraine vows more self-reliance as war enters third year – POLITICO
Ukrainians have questions On the anniversary of Putin's aggression, however, uncertainty and irritation were undisguised in Kyiv. Ukrainians wanted to know why Western sanctions on…
Netanyahu’s ‘Day After’ Gaza Plan is a Non-starter
Rather than provide a pathway to a resolution of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, the plan aims to squash Palestinian national aspirations and ensure continued Israeli control.…
Lieutenant General Michelle McGuinness appointed national cyber security coordinator
In short: The federal government has appointed Lieutenant General Michelle McGuinness as the new national cyber security co-ordinator.The 30-year military veteran replaces Air Marshall Darren Goldie,…
What does a Trump presidency mean for the global order?
Ultimately, Biden and Trump offer competing visions that both strive for one goal – a stronger, more prosperous and unfettered America. Biden proposes to do…
Gaza truce talks in Paris reportedly making ‘significant progress’ – POLITICO
These talks come as air strikes killed about a hundred people in the Gaza Strip on Friday, according to Hamas. International efforts to broker a…
As Italy prepares security deal with Ukraine, White House announces PM’s visit in March
The White House said Friday that Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni (pictured in a White House meeting in July) will meet with President Joe Biden…
Failure in Ukraine ‘will remake the world,’ UK and Poland warn deadlocked US – POLITICO
The joint plea comes as U.S. Republicans continue to hold out on a fresh funding agreement for the war-torn country, and as European capitals mull…
France’s Proposed Donors Conference to Salvage Sudan’s Economy and Support Humanitarian Needs
From a global perspective and new geopolitical paradigm, France’s leadership efforts in organizing the next fund-raising humanitarian conference in mid-April for Sudan, highlights the significance…