International politics

Elina Valtonen feedback on Russia’s unilateral border switch announcement – 2024-05-22 11:58:37

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Elina Valtonen feedback on Russia’s unilateral border switch announcement – 2024-05-22 11:58:37

Overseas Minister Elina Valtonen (Kok) feedback on Russia’s reported intentions to maneuver maritime borders unilaterally. Details about the Russian Ministry of Protection’s draft determination on shifting the maritime borders of the Baltic Sea with a unilateral notification has been obtained in Finland. Finnish Overseas Minister Elina Valtonen (kok) feedback on the information within the message … Read more

The Swedish left is already thinking about leaving NATO – 2024-05-09 21:17:25

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The Swedish left is already thinking about leaving NATO – 2024-05-09 21:17:25

In Sweden’s left-wing party, the issue of leaving NATO is discussed, among other things. For example, Nordic defense cooperation is mentioned as an alternative to NATO membership. Illustration image. HENRIC WAUGE, EPA / AOP In Sweden, the left-wing party (Left Party) has always opposed NATO membership and now the party is considering what the resistance … Read more

These countries are getting into the EU’s “observation category” – Finland is not included – 2024-04-29 16:48:08

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These countries are getting into the EU’s “observation category” – Finland is not included – 2024-04-29 16:48:08

Among others, the deficit of the public finances of France, Italy and Belgium exceeds the permitted limit. 11 member countries are at risk of being put under EU surveillance. The illustration shows the headquarters of the European Commission in Brussels. OLIVIER HOSLET In 2023, the deficit of the public finances of the eleven member states … Read more

Russia’s Zaharova makes fun of Orpo – 2024-04-22 18:31:05

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Russia’s Zaharova makes fun of Orpo – 2024-04-22 18:31:05

Marija Zaharova claims that the accusations against Russia are unfounded. Ursula von der Leyen and Petteri Orpo returned from the orientation tour of the eastern border to Lappeenranta airport. Henri Kärkkäinen Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Marija Zaharova commented on EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen’s visit to Finland on Friday. Finnish Prime Minister Petteri … Read more

This is how Russia can respond to Transnistria’s request for help – 2024-03-01 10:55:18

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This is how Russia can respond to Transnistria’s request for help – 2024-03-01 10:55:18

Most likely, Russia will increase hybrid operations against Moldova due to EU membership negotiations, estimates the US think tank. The location of Transnistria is challenging for Russia. Morti ash, adobe stock The US-based think tank Institute for the Study of War (ISW) lists the actions that Russia can take after the request for help presented … Read more

Hungary postpones the signing of Sweden’s NATO membership – 2024-02-27 19:35:38

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Hungary postpones the signing of Sweden’s NATO membership – 2024-02-27 19:35:38

According to the Swedish media, the signing will not take place this week. On Monday, Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson was informed by phone about the voting result of the Hungarian Parliament. Running out of signatures will delay the official part. EPA / AOP Hungary has postponed the signing of Sweden’s NATO membership, delaying Sweden’s … Read more

Ursula von der Leyen wants another season – 2024-02-20 01:58:36

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Ursula von der Leyen wants another season – 2024-02-20 01:58:36

Ursula von der Leyen, who has been the president of the EU Commission since 2019, wants to continue as president. Ursula von der Leyen is the first woman president of the EU Commission. FILIP SINGER, EPA / AOP President of the EU Commission Ursula von der Leyen65, has announced that he will seek a second … Read more

China Watch A window into China: Is Mr. Xi’s visit to the United States a sign of his confidence in avoiding political conflict with the “red second generation”? Hidetoshi Kaneko | Weekly Economist Online

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China Watch A window into China: Is Mr. Xi’s visit to the United States a sign of his confidence in avoiding political conflict with the “red second generation”? Hidetoshi Kaneko | Weekly Economist Online

A summit meeting between US President Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping was held in San Francisco, US on November 15th. The Chinese side asked for Xi to be treated as a state guest, but it was a normal meeting. Mr. Xi was forced to bow to Mr. Biden as the economy deteriorated rapidly. Once … Read more

The Uncertain Future of the 2025 Osaka/Kansai Expo: Rising Costs and Shifted Blame

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The Uncertain Future of the 2025 Osaka/Kansai Expo: Rising Costs and Shifted Blame

The future of the 2025 Osaka/Kansai Expo is becoming increasingly uncertain, and the ruling and opposition parties are already beginning to shift blame. The cost of holding the event was around 200 billion yen (including 120 billion to 130 billion yen for venue construction and 69 to 74 billion yen for operating costs), the number … Read more

“US-Philippines Military Exercise ‘Balikatan’: China Accuses US of Stoking Tensions in Asia-Pacific Region”

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“US-Philippines Military Exercise ‘Balikatan’: China Accuses US of Stoking Tensions in Asia-Pacific Region”

military exercise The exercise takes place under the name “Balikatan” (“shoulder to shoulder”). (Foto: Bloomberg) Peking China accuses the US of stoking tensions in the Asia-Pacific region. The United States would move military to the region, the Defense Ministry said in Beijing on Thursday. The regional powers should beware of an escalation, it said with a … Read more