Thailand and Cambodia held talks in Phnom Penh on Saturday, making progress in resolving their long-standing border dispute that escalated into clashes last month. The two countries agreed to reposition their soldiers to avoid future confrontations. Foreign ministry adviser Prasas Prasasvinitchai led the Thai delegation, while Lam Chea headed the Cambodian contingent. Diplomatic dialogue remains the most effective way forward, according to Thailand's foreign ministry spokesman Nikorndej Balankura. Cambodia plans to file a complaint with the International Court of Justice over four disputed border areas, which were drawn up during the French occupation of Indochina.
https://www.malaymail.com/news/world/2025/06/14/thailand-says-made-progress-in-cambodia-border-dispute-talks-but-icj-rift-remains/180372The Iran nuclear issue should be resolved through political and diplomatic means, with international efforts continuing to pressure for a peaceful solution. IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi emphasized that nuclear facilities must never be attacked, as it could harm both people and the environment.
https://www.globaltimes.cn/page/202506/1336115.shtmlThe Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI) hosted a roundtable discussion with EU Special Envoy for Non-Proliferation and Disarmament Stephan Klement, moderated by Malik Qasim Mustafa. The event brought together Pakistani diplomats, academics, and experts to discuss arms control, non-proliferation, and disarmament, focusing on global and regional developments, including emerging technologies and the implications of Ukraine's conflict and Iran's nuclear programme. Both Pakistan and the EU reaffirmed their commitment to regular engagement, emphasizing cooperation in science, technology, and non-proliferation.
https://www.thenews.com.pk/print/1321022-issi-holds-discussion-on-arms-control-disarmamentFrench President Emmanuel Macron is hosting a U.N. conference aimed at promoting a demilitarized Palestinian state that recognizes Israel's existence and security. The conference, attended by world leaders including Donald Trump and Benyamin Netanyahu, seeks to increase recognition of Palestinian territories as an independent state. Over 145 countries have already recognized Palestine as a sovereign state, with the Palestinians envisioning their state encompassing Gaza and the West Bank, with east Jerusalem as its capital.
https://apnews.com/article/israel-palestinians-two-state-conference-un-france-50d54d68040ea58dc6f533e33df3d0cdMalaysia will send a representative to attend a UN conference in New York next week, where it plans to express support for a two-state solution between Israel and Palestine. The conference is being organized by France and Saudi Arabia, with French President Emmanuel Macron and Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia Mohammed bin Salman at the helm. Malaysia's Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim stated that his country supports the initiative, but he personally may not attend due to US warnings against adopting a stance against Israel, which could face diplomatic repercussions.
https://www.malaymail.com/news/malaysia/2025/06/13/pm-anwar-says-malaysia-to-join-un-meet-on-palestine-despite-us-warning-unlikely-to-attend-personally/180250India and Pakistan's leaders are seeking to capitalize on the recent ceasefire by making competing claims of victory, as nationalism surges in both countries following the four-day clash. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) hopes to gain a political boost from Operation Sindoor, India's military response to a militant attack in Kashmir's Pahalgam that killed 26 civilians. Pakistan has denied backing the militants, but the BJP is trying to turn public opinion against Islamabad.
https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3314346/winning-narrative-how-india-pakistans-leaders-seek-cover-under-their-flags-after-ceasefire?module=top_story&pgtype=sectionAlberta Premier Danielle Smith is set to host international leaders at a three-day summit in the Kananaskis wilderness near Calgary. She will receive representatives from non-member countries on Monday evening, followed by bilateral meetings with undisclosed counterparts throughout the event. This marks another example of her administration's focus on international relations, following previous high-profile visits to the US and meetings with Japanese and South Korean officials to promote Alberta's energy and food exports.
https://globalnews.ca/news/11240608/g7-kananaskis-danielle-smith/The US and Japan are at odds over tariffs as tensions rise in their trade relationship. Donald Trump's administration has imposed tariffs on Japanese steel and aluminum imports, sparking a backlash from Tokyo. Shigeru Ishiba, a former Japanese defense minister, has criticized the move, saying it will harm Japan's economy. Ryosei Akazawa, a Japanese politician, has called for retaliatory measures against US goods. The dispute is part of a broader trade war between the two nations, which has significant implications for the Japanese economy, one of the world's largest.
https://www.japantimes.co.jp/business/2025/06/14/economy/akazawa-us-japan-trade-deal/US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order allowing Nippon Steel to invest $11 billion in US Steel, with conditions. The investment is part of a larger deal worth $28 billion, which includes a new steel mill. The agreement must be approved by the Treasury Department and other federal agencies, and Trump reserves the authority to issue further actions. The deal was initially blocked by Biden's administration due to national security concerns, but Trump has now given his approval for the investment to proceed, with US Steel remaining in Pennsylvania under American control.
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