At the "Restoring Justice for Ukraine" conference in The Hague, 44 states issued a declaration urging joint efforts to investigate Russian crimes during the war in Ukraine and hold Russia accountable for its international law violations.
https://www.ukrinform.net/rubric-polytics/3989550-special-tribunal-for-crime-of-aggression-against-ukraine-ready-for-launch-mudra.htmlAustralia's economic ties with China pose a dilemma as the US seeks to maintain its dominance in trade. A recent meeting between Australian funds managers and US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick highlighted the potential consequences for Australia if it chooses to stand outside the tariff wall. The US wants America to remain a dominant world power, but this could lead to a weakening of the US dollar and a shift away from global affairs, which would impact Australians' lifestyle.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-05-06/australia-united-states-china-relations/105255304China's development of a new barrage weapon system has heightened tensions in the Taiwan Strait, where the stakes are high due to the potential loss of life in any future conflict. The system's capabilities have sparked concerns among regional allies and adversaries alike, with implications for global security and stability.
https://www.eurasiantimes.com/first-barrage-style-anti/The European Union is set to announce additional funding for Ukraine's defense industry, with a focus on boosting financial and military support. The EU is also expected to accelerate sanctions against Russia in response to recent missile and drone attacks on Ukrainian cities. A special tribunal aimed at prosecuting senior Russian and Belarusian leaders for the invasion of Ukraine will be established, complementing an ongoing International Criminal Court investigation. European lawmakers will debate potential peace negotiations with Moscow and the return of Ukrainian children forcibly taken to Russia during a meeting this week.
https://www.rferl.org/a/russia-ukraine-prisoner-swap-pows-exchange-zelenskyy-putin/33406281.htmlIndonesia is seeking to leverage technology to transform its response to the climate crisis, with Deputy Minister Patria calling for increased investment in digital infrastructure and innovation. The country aims to strengthen global cooperation on climate change mitigation through joint efforts with Norway, which has pledged $216 million since 2022 to support Indonesia's forestry and land use emission reduction efforts. A Letter of Intent between the two countries will focus on carbon trading, biodiversity conservation, peatland preservation, and the circular economy, highlighting a shared commitment to good governance and long-term climate resilience.
https://opengovasia.com/2025/05/06/indonesia-digital-innovation-to-address-climate-driven-health-risks/Indonesia's Finance Minister Sri Mulyani has highlighted Japan's experience in dealing with the US trade war in the 1980s as a valuable reference for shaping future steps. She noted that Indonesia received a positive response from the US government, having been one of the first countries to proactively negotiate tariffs. As part of negotiations, Indonesia has prepared a comprehensive policy package addressing tariff and non-tariff barriers, including tracking the US trade deficit. Sri Mulyani emphasized Indonesia's neutral position in tensions between the US and China over reciprocal tariffs, citing its stable economic performance as a bargaining power that must be maintained. The Indonesian government and the Office of the US Trade Representatives have signed a non-disclosure agreement, marking the start of technical discussions set to take place in two weeks.
https://en.antaranews.com/news/354117/indonesia-japan-discuss-us-tariff-policy-challengesJapan and India have agreed to establish a new defense cooperation consultation body, following talks between Defense Minister Gen Nakatani and Indian counterpart Rajnath Singh in New Delhi. The move aims to counter China's growing military presence in the Indo-Pacific region, as both countries share a vision of a peaceful and prosperous region based on the rule of law.
https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2025/05/06/japan/politics/india-japan-defense-ministers/Japanese politician Ishiba has strengthened security and economic ties with Vietnam and the Philippines during a recent visit, aiming to maintain multilateral free-trade systems in each country. He also discussed U.S. tariffs with Malaysian and Singaporean counterparts earlier this month. Japan's governing party policy chief Itsunori Onodera warned of unstable feelings among Asian countries facing high US tariffs, fearing they might become closer to China.
https://apnews.com/article/china-beijing-tariff-trump-xi-japan-1c9c669951146e9bee9c3563293dd694The recent meeting of the ASEAN+3 forum was led by Malaysian Finance Minister II Amir Hamzah Azizan and Bank Negara Malaysia Governor Abdul Rasheed Ghaffour, alongside Chinese Finance Minister Lan Fo'an and People's Bank of China Governor Pan Gongsheng. The gathering aimed to boost regional cooperation amidst global uncertainty, with representatives from ASEAN member nations, Japan, Korea, and China in attendance. After the meeting, Philippines and Japan announced plans to host the 29th AFMGM+3 Meeting in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, in 2026, marking the end of Malaysia and China's term as co-chairs of ASEAN+3.
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