Japanese Foreign Minister Takeshi Iwaya called for boosting 'future-oriented cooperation' among Japan, China, South Korea, and ASEAN nations to address common challenges such as aging societies, disaster prevention, food security, and cross-border online fraud. The trilateral process with China and South Korea is expected to have "synergy effects" with their collaboration with ASEAN, according to Iwaya. He also expressed concern over North Korea's missile and nuclear development, urging its complete denuclearization. Japan agreed with China and South Korea to speed up preparations for a summit meeting by the end of this year, following one held in May 2024 in Seoul.
https://mainichi.jp/english/articles/20250711/p2g/00m/0in/005000cJapanese Foreign Minister Takeshi Iwaya and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio agreed to support bilateral tariff talks following President Donald Trump's decision to impose a 25% tariff on August 1. The two diplomats, who met in Kuala Lumpur, confirmed their backing for ministerial talks aimed at reaching a "mutually beneficial" deal. Japan's chief tariff negotiator Ryosei Akazawa and the US side are led by Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, and Trade Representative Jamieson Greer.
https://mainichi.jp/english/articles/20250711/p2g/00m/0in/003000cSouth Korea's Jeju Island aims to share its carbon neutrality policies and renewable energy projects with the world, citing initiatives like RE100. An official plans to expand programs linked to Jeju's renewable energy infrastructure to support global efforts in achieving carbon neutrality.
https://koreajoongangdaily.joins.com/news/2025-07-11/business/guestReports/Korea-Energy-Agency-powers-student-awareness-of-carbon-neutrality-in-Jeju/2350624The Chinese firm behind the Kohala Hydro Power Project (HPP) claims it has met all development milestones for the project, including signing key agreements with the Government of Pakistan and China. The project is considered a flagship CPEC Priority Energy Project and is crucial for Pakistan's sustainable energy transition and securing its riparian rights under the Indus Waters Treaty. A court ruling in the Kishenganga dispute established that only existing water uses are protected, and any delays risk undermining Pakistan's rights over Jhelum tributary waters.
https://www.brecorder.com/news/40372177/khcl-slams-draft-igcep-revision-excluding-kohala-hppBritish Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's counterpart, French President Emmanuel Macron, has expressed readiness to deploy peacekeeping forces in Ukraine after a ceasefire agreement is reached. The plan, developed over months, involves troops from France and Britain, with logistical support from other countries, aiming to deter further Russian aggression. US President Joe Biden's envoy for Ukraine, Keith Kellogg, was part of the video conference where Starmer urged bringing Russian President Vladimir Putin to the negotiating table. European leaders are seeking security guarantees from the US, potentially including air support, which has been met with reluctance from former US President Donald Trump.
https://www.fakti.bg/en/world/985114-london-and-paris-announce-migration-deal-and-plans-for-ukraineFrench President Emmanuel Macron held a three-day state visit to Britain, where he met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy and other international leaders, including US representatives General Keith Kellogg, Senator Lindsey Graham, and Senator Richard Blumenthal. The two nations agreed on a ceasefire in Ukraine, with the headquarters for overseeing tactical and operational arrangements to be located in Paris, led by Britain and France, before rotating to London after 12 months.
https://channelnewsasia.com/world/paris-be-new-headquarters-coalition-willing-ukraine-5232086Pakistan and Russia discussed reviving Pakistan Steel Mill (PSM) during a meeting between Deputy Prime Minister Alexei Overchuk and Special Assistant to the Prime Minister Haroon Akhtar Khan. The two countries aim to expand industrial cooperation, with a focus on PSM's revival. Russian Trade and Industry Minister Anton Alikhanov emphasized reviving Pakistan's dormant steel industry and enhancing bilateral trade. Pakistan values the ongoing discussions on new Steel Mills in Karachi as a symbol of future cooperation.
https://www.brecorder.com/news/40372173/soviet-built-psm-russia-pakistan-discuss-revivalA high-powered Pakistani delegation led by Ambassador Syed Tariq Fatemi and Special Assistant Haroon Akhtar Khan met with Russian Deputy Prime Minister Alexei Overchuk in Moscow. Russia expressed support for Pakistan's inclusion in the BRICS group, considering Pakistan and Russia as "natural allies". The two sides discussed regional and international issues, including South Asia, Afghanistan, and the Middle East, as well as bilateral cooperation at multilateral forums. Pakistan attaches high importance to its relations with Russia, viewing it as a stabilising factor in the international arena. The Russian side expressed interest in expanding energy cooperation with Pakistan, particularly in areas such as hydropower, LPG, and modernisation of oil refineries.
https://www.brecorder.com/news/40372174/russian-dy-pm-tells-high-powered-body-putin-seeks-to-deepen-trade-energy-cooperationUS Secretary of State Marco Rubio participated in a media briefing during the 58th ASEAN Foreign Ministers' meeting in Kuala Lumpur, where he discussed regional security concerns and cooperation with Southeast Asian nations.
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