Brazil
Lula chooses dialogue as Trump becomes the central test of his fourth term
Brazil will defend sovereignty while seeking relief from US tariffs, sanctions and security pressure without weakening its ties with China.
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Brazil
Asia
Myanmar leader courts Malaysia as regional diplomacy tests ASEAN pressure
Min Aung Hlaing used his first Malaysian visit as president to pursue trade and regional acceptance, while repatriations, civil-war violence and concern over political legitimacy shadowed the diplomatic opening.
Europe
Belgium turns Kazakhstan state visit into strategic partnership drive
A royal visit to Astana and Almaty will advance a 2026-2029 diplomatic roadmap and agreements spanning trade, logistics, critical minerals, artificial intelligence, universities and medical innovation.
Brazil
Lula defends Pix as Brazil seeks talks with Trump over US tariffs
President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva linked the defense of Brazil's instant-payment system to opposition against US tariffs of up to 25%, while seeking a September meeting with Donald Trump during the UN sessions.
Brazil
Brazil weighs reciprocity if it cannot reverse EU restrictions on animal products
The Brazilian government said it could invoke its Reciprocity Law if talks fail to overturn new EU barriers affecting beef, chicken, fish and honey exports worth nearly $2 billion annually.
Middle East
UAE companies seek an early foothold in Lebanon as bilateral relations thaw
A delegation of more than 80 business leaders visited Beirut, created a bilateral council and explored opportunities in logistics, energy, agriculture, aviation and tourism.
Europe
France accelerates missile support for Ukraine as Russian attacks intensify
Paris is moving faster on interceptors, SAMP/T deployment and production licences as ballistic strikes increase civilian losses and strain Ukraine's air defenses.
China
Twenty-Nine Countries Launch AI Cooperation Body in Shanghai
Twenty-nine countries signed an agreement in Shanghai to establish the World Artificial Intelligence Cooperation Organization, an intergovernmental body headquartered in the city and framed around AI cooperation, governance, safety and shared benefit.
China
Chinese business delegation travels to US for technology and trade meetings
Twenty-two Chinese companies will attend more than 10 events in Washington, Utah and Illinois as trade-promotion data show rising use of certificates of origin for exports to the US.
Asia
Pakistan seeks U.S.-Iran return to Islamabad framework as Hormuz talks continue
Islamabad said negotiations remain active despite a fragile Gulf security environment and is pressing both parties to revive a memorandum designed to remove obstacles and sustain the pause in hostilities.
Brazil
Brazil recalls ambassador after Milei insults Lula and Supreme Court justice
Brasília recalled Julio Bitelli for consultations after the Argentine president attacked Brazilian officials during a São Paulo event, prompting criticism over diplomacy, trade and regional integration.
Oceania
New Zealand and Philippines establish comprehensive partnership
The two countries elevated bilateral ties through a four-part framework covering political engagement, defense and maritime security, trade and economic links, and exchanges between their societies.