Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, Chief of Army Staff, has stated that Pakistan never bowed to Indian hegemony and is prepared for modern warfare demands. He called India the biggest state sponsor of terrorism in the region, warning neighboring countries against its proxy networks. Munir emphasized that Pakistan desires friendly ties with Afghanistan but expects it not to provide space to India's terror proxies. The army chief credited Pakistan's strong response during Ma'rakah-e-Haq as a decisive reply to India's aggression. He highlighted the importance of unity among state institutions, national identity, and prioritizing character over individual or regional affiliations.
https://www.geo.tv/latest/611213-india-is-biggest-state-sponsor-of-terrorism-in-region-field-marshal-munirPakistan and the World Bank have reaffirmed their development partnership, committing to implement a $40 billion Country Partnership Framework (CPF) 2026-2035. Federal Minister for Economic Affairs Ahad Khan Cheema met with senior World Bank leadership, including Managing Director Anna Bjerde and South Asia Regional Vice President Martin Raiser, during his visit to Washington D.C. The World Bank's Benhassine praised Pakistan's economic turnaround, while Cheema expressed appreciation for the bank's support during challenging times like the COVID-19 pandemic and 2022 floods.
https://www.brecorder.com/news/40369916/world-bank-reaffirms-commitment-to-40bn-cpf-with-pakistanSouth Africa is pressing the US to reconsider its absence from the upcoming G-20 leaders' summit, which is set to take place in India. The country's President, Cyril Ramaphosa, has expressed concerns over the decision, stating that it could be perceived as a snub to South Africa and the African continent. This comes ahead of the Indian government's preparations for the summit, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi expected to host the event.
https://www.livemint.com/politics/news/south-africa-presses-us-on-g-20-absence-as-leaders-summit-looms-11751044275143.htmlUS President Donald Trump expects Iran to cooperate with international inspection of its nuclear program during talks, suggesting that an organization like the International Atomic Energy Agency or a respected entity would be authorized. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has left open the possibility of new negotiations, but emphasized that no agreement has been made and no time has been set for resuming discussions. The American attack on three Iranian sites has complicated matters, with Araghchi stating it caused "serious damage" and making talks more difficult.
https://apnews.com/article/israel-iran-war-nuclear-06-27-2025-e30d8ae4e3c6d13e4cfb562c35dd744bTurkish Minister Bolat stated that Russia became Türkiye's largest trading partner in 2024 with a total trade volume of $52.6 billion. He expressed confidence that the two countries' commercial relationship will continue to grow, aiming to match last year's trade volume levels in 2025 despite regional challenges. Exports to Russia reached $2.7 billion in the first five months of 2025, and Bolat aims to deepen bilateral trade across various sectors, including tourism, which saw a significant increase with 6.7 million Russian tourists visiting Turkey in 2024.
https://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/turkiye-and-russia-sign-jec-protocol-to-boost-trade-ties-210827The US has imposed reciprocal tariffs on South Korea in response to what other countries impose on US goods, but these tariffs were paused for 90 days to allow for negotiations. The pause was initially set to end on April 9, but the deadline may be extended at the president's discretion. Meanwhile, President Trump announced a trade deal with China and hinted at potential deals with India, while emphasizing that the US will not make agreements with every country.
https://koreajoongangdaily.joins.com/news/2025-06-27/business/economy/July-deadline-for-reciprocal-tariffs-could-be-extended-White-House/2340411Vietnam is offering incentives to attract businesses to its two-city International Financial Centre, with Malaysia expected to be the biggest beneficiary due to a surge in data centre investment in Asia-Pacific. Indonesia's sovereign wealth fund is looking to invest abroad, focusing on energy assets, while its ex-president Yudhoyono has urged ASEAN nations to boost investment amid global shifts. Meanwhile, Malaysia's agency is set to forfeit RM177 million linked to an ex-PM probe, and Johor's billion-ringgit property market is preparing for higher foreign-buyer tax. Vietnam's PM expects a US trade deal before the July tariff deadline.
https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/international/asean/vietnam-revises-credit-institution-law-supporting-troubled-lenders-and-bad-debt-cleanupChinese State Councillor Wang Yi is set to engage in diplomatic discussions with Belgian officials, including Prime Minister Bart De Wever and Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Maxime Preysner, during his visit to Brussels.
https://www.globaltimes.cn/page/202506/1337110.shtmlAsean foreign ministers, including Enrique Manalo, reaffirmed the importance of resolving differences peacefully and respecting nations' sovereignty, in line with international law and the UN Charter. They also emphasized protecting civilians and civilian infrastructures in armed conflicts. Asean Secretary-General Dr. Kao Kim Hourn highlighted the critical role of the Asean Ministerial Meeting on Science, Technology and Innovation (AMMSTI) in guiding Asean's STI progress over nearly five decades.
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