China is warning other countries against making trade deals with the US that harm its interests, as Washington's deadline for tariff negotiations approaches. Chinese officials fear these agreements could divert supply chains, reduce bilateral trade with China, or force governments to exit Beijing-led projects. Experts warn that such deals would come at China's expense, citing Liang Yan, a professor of economics at Willamette University, who emphasizes the importance of not shifting supply chains as a key concern.
https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3316406/why-china-sees-us-trade-deals-partners-threat-and-how-it-could-react?module=asia_latest&pgtype=sectionIndian Foreign Minister S Jaishankar attended an exhibition at the UN to draw global support for India's campaign against cross-border terrorism from Pakistan. The digital exhibition displays horrific terror attacks, including the 1993 Mumbai bomb blasts and the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks, and names terror outfits like Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) responsible for these attacks. Jaishankar emphasized the need to combat terrorism, citing the pain of victims' families as a reminder of the urgency to act against it.
https://indiatoday.in/india/story/must-call-out-terrorism-sponsored-by-state-against-neighbour-s-jaishankar-at-un-2748627-2025-07-01Indian Foreign Minister S Jaishankar has publicly criticized Pakistan, stating that when a state supports terrorism, it is necessary to speak out against it. He made these comments during a speech in the US, where he was addressing the India-US Strategic and Commercial Dialogue. The remarks come amid heightened tensions between the two countries over Kashmir and terrorism.
https://www.livemint.com/news/world/jaishankar-takes-fresh-swipe-at-pakistan-when-terrorism-is-supported-by-state-it-is-imperative-to-call-out-publicly-11751303905813.htmlCanadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has announced that trade talks with the US will resume after Canada rescinded its digital services tax, a move seen as a positive step for bilateral relations. The decision comes amid heightened tensions between the two countries over issues such as trade and security. Trudeau's statement suggests a willingness to resolve differences and revive negotiations, which had stalled in recent months.
https://www.livemint.com/news/world/trade-talks-with-us-resume-says-canadian-pm-carney-after-rescinding-digital-services-tax-11751257356453.htmlAustralian Minister for Foreign Affairs Penny Wong plans to visit Washington DC for the Quad Foreign Ministers' meet, where she will hold talks with External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, highlighting their dedication to the region over a six-month period.
https://www.lokmattimes.com/international/australian-fm-to-hold-talks-with-eam-jaishankar-on-sidelines-of-quad-foreign-ministers-meet/A military official's assertion about a political directive being responsible for the downing of planes may embolden India's opposition, scrutinizing Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government over the conflict. The Indian Ministry of Defence and External Affairs did not respond to comments made by General Kumar at a seminar, with the embassy in Indonesia stating his remarks were "quoted out of context". In contrast, Chief of Defence Staff Anil Chauhan previously accepted India lost fighter aircraft but blamed tactical mistakes for the downing, while Kumar claimed Pakistan capitulated after Indian strikes disabled key military installations, leading New Delhi to conclude that Pakistan will not use its nuclear weapon against India.
https://www.thestar.com.my/aseanplus/aseanplus-news/2025/06/30/indian-official-says-political-constraints-led-to-jet-lossesThe International Monetary Fund (IMF) has completed its eighth review of Ukraine's economic program under an Extended Fund Facility, providing $500 million in disbursements to support budget needs. The total disbursement will reach $10.6 billion. The IMF maintains a 2%-3% growth forecast for Ukraine in 2025, citing lower gas production and weaker agricultural exports as factors. Gita Gopinath, the first deputy managing director of the IMF, noted that Russia's war is taking a toll on Ukraine's economy, but macroeconomic stability has been preserved through skilled policymaking and external support. Ukrainian authorities are working to complete their debt restructuring strategy to reduce fiscal risks and restore debt sustainability.
https://www.brecorder.com/news/40370349/imf-to-provide-ukraine-with-500-million-after-reviewThe Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) requires nuclear-weapon states, including the five permanent members of the UN Security Council, not to transfer nuclear weapons or assist other countries in acquiring them. The treaty also calls for complete disarmament by these states, but no deadline has been set, which may explain why disarmament efforts have stalled despite decades since its signing.
https://www.fakti.bg/en/world/982494-why-do-some-have-the-right-to-nuclear-weapons-and-others-do-notPakistan's foreign minister emphasized the need to consolidate a ceasefire, establish a reliable crisis management mechanism, and develop confidence-building measures to stabilize regional security in South Asia. He criticized India's "hubristic and misguided policies" that threaten peace and security in the region. Pakistan aims to re-imagine regional cooperation with a positive spirit of solidarity, mutually-beneficial collaboration, and shared prosperity. The country has made efforts to reset relations with Afghanistan, including upgrading diplomatic representation and extending the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) to Afghanistan.
https://www.brecorder.com/news/40370298/dar-urges-india-to-rethink-hostile-policies-that-threaten-regional-peace-stability