Russia seeks more weaponry for its war in Ukraine, and a North Korean delegation recently traveled to Russia by train to plan for Mr. Kim’s visit this month, officials say.
Tag: International Relations
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When It Comes to China, Pope Francis Keeps Criticism in Check
Francis called relations with Beijing “very respectful,” though few clergy or Catholics from China went to see him during a visit to Mongolia, seemingly fearing reprisals.
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China’s Leader, Xi Jinping, Set to Skip G20 Summit in Snub to India
Xi Jinping has never missed the annual Group of 20 gathering since taking power in 2012. Beijing would not explain his apparent decision to forgo the event.
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Clean Energy Projects Are Booming Everywhere. Except in Poor Nations.
A big obstacle is the lack of loans, a subject of intense disagreement between richer and poorer countries. But in Congo, a hard-fought solar investment shows a possible path forward.
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Johan Floderus, E.U. Official From Sweden, Is Imprisoned in Iran
The case of Johan Floderus, kept under wraps for more than a year, has become part of Iran’s “hostage diplomacy” as Tehran seeks concessions from the West.