International relations

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Göteborg on Sunday to launch a strategic partnership with Sweden. The cooperation focuses on climate, space and security, with the goal of doubling economic exchanges within five years.

May 12, 2026 Reported by AI

Isabel Díaz Ayuso, president of the Madrid region, accused the government of Pedro Sánchez on Tuesday of leaving her in extreme danger during her visit to Mexico last week. Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum responded by questioning Ayuso's criticisms.

Spain's government, informed in advance by the Royal Household of King Felipe VI's remarks on abuses during America's conquest, fully endorsed his statements. Spokesperson Elma Saiz said they share them '100%,' while PP leader Alberto Núñez Feijóo dismissed historical review as a 'disparate'.

March 17, 2026 Reported by AI

The Palestine Solidarity Campaign (PSC) has called on South Africa to take leadership in securing greater international support and measures against Israel's ongoing military actions in Gaza. This follows the latest developments in South Africa's case against Israel at the International Court of Justice under the Genocide Convention.

Ecuador imposed a 30% tariff on Colombian imports due to border security concerns, prompting Colombia to retaliate with similar measures, including tariffs on 23 Ecuadorian tariff items and a temporary suspension of electricity exports. This escalation impacts bilateral trade worth billions of dollars and endangers jobs in sectors like agriculture and manufacturing. Business groups urge restoring diplomatic dialogue to prevent further economic fallout.

January 18, 2026 Reported by AI

US President Donald Trump has threatened eight European countries, including Sweden, with 10 percent tariffs starting February 1 after they sent military personnel to an exercise on Greenland. The EU is calling an emergency summit on Thursday to discuss the response, while considering retaliatory tariffs worth nearly 1,000 billion kronor.