Trump, Xi hold telephonic conversation amid strained trade ties

An undated image showing US President Donald Trump waiving as he walks alongside Chinese President Xi Jinping. — Reuters/File Phone call requested by Trump amid strained trade relations. Call comes amid accusations between US and China over critical minerals. 90-day tariff rollback deal remains fragile amid accusations. Chinese President Xi Jinping on Thursday held talks…

PM Shehbaz sees Pakistan-US bilateral ties entering into renewed friendship

PM Shehbaz Sharif addresses a ceremony organised on the eve of 249th anniversary of independence day of United States of America on June 4, 2025. — APP PM felicitates Trump, US nation on Independence Day. Says inspired by US president’s vision for trade, investment. “Bilateral trade would grow as both countries discussing tariff issue.” Prime…

India, Canada seek to mend diplomatic ties, claims Jaishankar

India’s External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar (left) and Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand. —Facebook/@drsjaishankar/@AnitaOakville/File Jaishankar says he “discussed prospects of India-Canada ties”. Indian minister says he wished Anand “a very successful tenure”. Canada is home to the largest Sikh community outside of India.  NEW DELHI: India’s External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar said he had spoken…

Iran seals 20-year strategic pact with Russia, deepening defence ties

Russian President Vladimir Putin and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian attend a ceremony to sign an agreement of comprehensive strategic partnership between the two countries, at the Kremlin in Moscow, Russia, January 17, 2025. — Reuters Iran’s parliament approved a 20-year strategic partnership on Wednesday between Moscow and Tehran, state media reported. The agreement represents a…

Prince Harry pens emotional letter after King Charles hints at cutting ties

Prince Harry pens heartfelt letter after King Charles hints at cutting ties Prince Harry sent a heartfelt personal letter to the UK after his father King Charles hinted at cutting ties with him. As per BBC, Nottingham-based charity confirmed that they have received a “significant donation” from the Duke of Sussex amid the monarch’s growing…