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Myanmar Foreign Minister Attends Minsk International Conference on Eurasian Security

Myanmar Foreign Minister Attends Minsk International Conference on Eurasian Security

Union Minister for Foreign Affairs of Myanmar, U Tin Maung Swe, attended the 4th Minsk International High-Level Conference on Eurasian Security in Minsk, Belarus, from November 3 to 4, 2026. The conference, hosted by Belarusian Foreign Minister Maxim Ryzhenkov, gathered over 600 delegates from more than 50 countries, including ministers, diplomats, and researchers. Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko delivered a speech emphasizing Eurasia as a platform for unity and a region with vast resources and diverse cultures, advocating for shared responsibility in Eurasian security. Myanmar's Foreign Minister highlighted the need for a security path prioritizing partnership and cooperation over confrontation, welcoming the drafting of the 'Eurasian Charter of Diversity and Multipolarity in the 21st Century.' He also held bilateral meetings with officials from the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO), Russia, and Belarus, discussing enhanced cooperation and Myanmar's potential full membership in the SCO.

Pakistan Calls for Strategic UN Reform to Protect Peacekeeping Operations

Pakistan Calls for Strategic UN Reform to Protect Peacekeeping Operations

Pakistan's Permanent Representative to the UN, Ambassador Syed Haider Shah, has advocated for strategic reforms within the United Nations peacekeeping operations, emphasizing that budget cuts are not the solution. Speaking to the General Assembly’s Fourth Committee, Ambassador Shah highlighted peacekeeping as an indispensable, effective, and cost-efficient tool for maintaining international peace and security. He stressed that any reform efforts must be approached with a strategic purpose to preserve the UN's operational capacity, ensuring it can deploy a credible international presence when ceasefires, political settlements, or emerging crises demand it. Pakistan, a major troop-contributing country, underscored the continued relevance of peacekeeping despite mounting political, operational, and financial pressures. Ambassador Shah warned against allowing financial ceilings to dictate operational requirements, asserting that political objectives should determine mandates. He also called for reinforcing the...

Belarus Delivers 30 Tons of Powdered Milk and Medications to Cuban Children's Hospitals Amid Healthcare Crisis

Belarus Delivers 30 Tons of Powdered Milk and Medications to Cuban Children's Hospitals Amid Healthcare Crisis

The regime of Alexandr Lukashenko in Belarus has delivered 30 tons of powdered milk and nearly four tons of medications to children's hospitals in Havana, Cuba. The supplies were specifically intended for the William Soler University Pediatric Hospital and the Pediatric Cardiocenter. Belarusian ambassador Vitali Barchuk presided over the handover ceremony on November 5, stating that Belarus could not remain indifferent to Cuba's difficult situation. The First Deputy Minister of Public Health, Tania Margarita Cruz, received the shipment, expressing gratitude and describing it as a 'symbol of humanity' during the country's severe healthcare crisis. Cruz also used the opportunity to criticize the economic embargo imposed by the United States on Cuba, highlighting its impact on medication preservation and surgical procedures due to fuel crisis-induced blackouts. This delivery is part of ongoing humanitarian aid efforts from Minsk to Cuba since 2025, which have focused on basic food and medical supplies.

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi Reaffirms Strategic Support for Cambodia Amidst Global Instability

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi Reaffirms Strategic Support for Cambodia Amidst Global Instability

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi met with Cambodian Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Prak Sokhonn in Beijing, emphasizing China's continued strategic support for Cambodia. The meeting, held on November 4, 2026, followed the 11th Lancang-Mekong Cooperation Foreign Ministers’ Meeting. Wang Yi highlighted the deepening 'Diamond Hexagon cooperation framework' between the two nations, which he stated has brought tangible benefits to the Cambodian people. He also noted the stability and resilience of China-Cambodia comprehensive strategic cooperation in the face of a turbulent international situation. Wang Yi affirmed China's commitment to supporting Cambodia's development path and strengthening strategic communication to jointly address external challenges. The discussion also touched upon the successful Fifth Plenary Session of the 20th Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (CPC), which focused on rigorous party self-governance and high-quality Party building to ensure national strength a...

UN Warns Against Peacekeeping Budget Cuts Amidst Global Crises

UN Warns Against Peacekeeping Budget Cuts Amidst Global Crises

The United Nations has been cautioned against reducing its peacekeeping budget, with Pakistan's Permanent Representative, Ambassador Syed Haider Shah, emphasizing that financial constraints should not compromise the organization's ability to maintain international peace and security. The General Assembly recently approved a budget of $5.1 billion for peacekeeping operations for 2026-27, which marks a 10% decrease from the previous year's allocation. This reduction follows a funding crisis in the preceding year that necessitated a cut in mission expenditures and the repatriation of a quarter of its uniformed personnel. Ambassador Shah, speaking to the Fourth Committee of the 81st session of the UN General Assembly, advocated for reforms to enhance peacekeeping effectiveness without sacrificing essential capabilities. He highlighted the increasing complexity of political and security environments faced by peacekeeping operations and stressed the undiminished need for a credible UN presence, despite a growing...

Analysis-Pakistan's leaders dread US Democrats' win but its households are praying for it

Analysis-Pakistan's leaders dread US Democrats' win but its households are praying for it

By Ariba Shahid ISLAMABAD, Nov 6 (Reuters) - Pakistan's leaders spent two years courting US President Donald Trump, but after the Democrats' win in Tuesday's congressional vote, they are preparing for scrutiny of their access to the White House. Ordinary Pakistanis see the result differently.

Belarus and Laos Strengthen Bilateral Cooperation Across Multiple Sectors

Belarus and Laos Strengthen Bilateral Cooperation Across Multiple Sectors

Belarus and Laos are actively working to expand their bilateral cooperation, building on 32 years of diplomatic ties and deeper historical roots. Sergei Aleinik, Chairman of the International Affairs and National Security Commission of the Council of the Republic of the National Assembly of Belarus, met with Thongsavanh Phomvihane, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Laos, to discuss new areas of collaboration. Both nations emphasize a multipolar world order based on sovereign equality and non-interference, and share socially oriented domestic policies. While political relations are strong, the focus is now on elevating economic and trade cooperation, particularly in industrial cooperation. Agriculture is a key area, with Belarus offering fertilizers, machinery, technologies, and expertise to Laos. Social sectors like education and healthcare are also being prioritized, leveraging past educational exchanges where many Lao students studied in Belarusian universities and now hold governm...

G7 Foreign Ministers' Meeting Relocated to Paris Due to Logistical and Operational Reasons

G7 Foreign Ministers' Meeting Relocated to Paris Due to Logistical and Operational Reasons

The G7 foreign ministers' meeting, originally scheduled for November 9-10, 2026, in Marseille, has been abruptly relocated to Paris. The French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs cited "logistical and operational reasons" for the change. This decision was communicated to delegations and accredited journalists on Wednesday evening. The ministry explained that the dense schedule, which includes both the G7 summit and the Paris Peace Forum, requires a significant concentration of personnel, material resources, security measures, and logistical support. Moving the meeting to Paris is intended to ensure the proper conduct of both events and guarantee the personal presence of French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot, who holds the current G7 presidency and is required to participate in both gatherings. The meeting will include the seven permanent G7 members—Germany, Canada, the United States, France, Italy, Japan, and the United Kingdom—along with foreign ministers from six partner countries: Saudi Arabia, ...

Belarus and Turkmenistan Hold Inter-MFA Consultations on International Legal Matters

Belarus and Turkmenistan Hold Inter-MFA Consultations on International Legal Matters

On November 5, 2026, Minsk hosted consultations between the Ministries of Foreign Affairs of Belarus and Turkmenistan concerning international legal matters. The Belarusian delegation was led by Andrei Popkov, Head of the Main Treaty and Legal Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, while the Turkmen delegation was headed by Eziz Nazarov, Head of the Treaty and Legal Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Belarus, Pavel Utyupin, delivered welcoming remarks to the delegations. The primary agenda included comparing lists of bilateral international treaties and other international documents currently in force between the two nations. Participants also exchanged information regarding the implementation practices of these documents and the progress in drafting new international legal instruments. Discussions further covered issues related to the custody of original international treaties and other international legal topics. The consultations concluded with t...

Belarus and Laos Discuss Expanding Cooperation in Industry and Agriculture

Belarus and Laos Discuss Expanding Cooperation in Industry and Agriculture

Belarusian Foreign Minister Maksim Ryzhankou met with Thongsavanh Phomvihane, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of Laos, during Phomvihane's official visit to Belarus. The discussions focused on strengthening bilateral relations, particularly in deepening political dialogue and expanding trade and economic cooperation. Specific areas identified for increased collaboration include industry and agriculture, as well as developing ties in education, culture, sports, and tourism. The foreign ministers also explored prospects for improving the legal framework governing bilateral relations and fostering stronger connections between government agencies and business communities in both countries. Both ministers acknowledged the constructive nature of their cooperation within international organizations and reaffirmed their interest in continuing mutual support.

Rubio will venture to France on first post-midterm foreign trip to face questions on Trump policies

Rubio will venture to France on first post-midterm foreign trip to face questions on Trump policies

Secretary of State Marco Rubio will make his first international trip since the midterm elections that dealt the Republicans a severe blow

Czech Republic Eases Visa Restrictions for Belarusian Family Members

Czech Republic Eases Visa Restrictions for Belarusian Family Members

The Embassy of the Czech Republic in Minsk has announced that it will begin accepting online appointment requests for short-stay Schengen visas for Belarusians visiting close family members, effective November 10. This change allows parents, grandparents, children, and grandchildren of Czech citizens, as well as those of Belarusians residing in the Czech Republic with long-term visas or residence permits, to apply. The new rules, however, do not extend to siblings, uncles, aunts, or cousins. Applicants must email Minsk.Visa@mzv.gov.cz with specific details, including information about both the applicant and the inviting person, the purpose of the visit, contact information, and passport number. The email must also include copies of the applicant’s passport, an official invitation, documents proving the family relationship, and the inviting person's required documents. This development is a result of joint efforts, including repeated discussions by Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya with Czech officials and advocacy ...