Japanese Foreign Minister Takeshi Iwaya will visit South Korea on Monday, marking the first such trip in seven years, to strengthen bilateral and trilateral security cooperation with the United States and address shared regional challenges.
Japanese Foreign Minister Takeshi Iwaya will travel to South Korea on Monday, the first visit by a Japanese foreign minister to Seoul in seven years. The trip underscores Japan’s commitment to enhancing bilateral and trilateral security cooperation in coordination with the United States, amid shifting regional dynamics.
Iwaya is set to meet with Acting President Choi Sang-mok and Foreign Minister Cho Tae-yul to discuss shared strategic priorities, including North Korea and regional stability. The visit reflects efforts to reaffirm the importance of diplomatic collaboration in addressing evolving security challenges in East Asia.
Following his discussions in Seoul, Iwaya will visit the Philippines to engage in talks on security and economic cooperation, and attend the inauguration of Palau’s President Surangel Whipps. The tour emphasises Japan’s proactive role in fostering stability and strengthening partnerships across the Indo-Pacific region.
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A Rafale fighter jet operated by the Indian Air Force has reportedly been shot down for the first time in combat, according to sources cited by CNN, marking a significant and symbolic development in the ongoing escalation between India and Pakistan.
India and Pakistan are observing a fragile ceasefire after intense border clashes, with U.S. President Donald Trump offering support for a peaceful resolution to ongoing issues, including Kashmir.
Start your day informed with AnewZ Morning Brief: here are the top news stories for May 11th , covering the latest developments you need to know.
Russian President Vladimir Putin on Sunday proposed direct peace talks with Ukraine in Istanbul on May 15 to address the conflict’s root causes and establish a durable peace, a proposal welcomed by U.S. President Donald Trump.
Dua Lipa, Sir Elton John, Sir Ian McKellen, and Florence Welch are among over 400 British artists, musicians, and writers calling on Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer to update copyright laws to safeguard their work from artificial intelligence.
Five fishermen—three Peruvians and two Colombians—arrived safely in the Galapagos Islands on Saturday after spending 55 days adrift in the Pacific Ocean, according to the Ecuadorian navy.
India and Pakistan are observing a fragile ceasefire after intense border clashes, with U.S. President Donald Trump offering support for a peaceful resolution to ongoing issues, including Kashmir.
Start your day informed with AnewZ Morning Brief: here are the top news stories for May 11th , covering the latest developments you need to know.
Russian President Vladimir Putin on Sunday proposed direct peace talks with Ukraine in Istanbul on May 15 to address the conflict’s root causes and establish a durable peace, a proposal welcomed by U.S. President Donald Trump.
Dua Lipa, Sir Elton John, Sir Ian McKellen, and Florence Welch are among over 400 British artists, musicians, and writers calling on Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer to update copyright laws to safeguard their work from artificial intelligence.
Five fishermen—three Peruvians and two Colombians—arrived safely in the Galapagos Islands on Saturday after spending 55 days adrift in the Pacific Ocean, according to the Ecuadorian navy.
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