Foreign Policy

India has appointed Vikram Doraiswami, currently high commissioner to the UK, as its next ambassador to China. The move comes as the two nations work to rebuild ties after a military standoff on the Line of Actual Control. He will succeed Pradeep Rawat.

March 17, 2026 Ti AI ṣe iroyin

Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty met Chinese special envoy Zhai Jun in Cairo on Tuesday to coordinate on regional stability, warning that military escalations and “unjustified” Iranian attacks could slide the Middle East into “total chaos.” Abdelatty expressed Egypt’s full solidarity with Gulf states and Jordan, stating that any violation of Arab sovereignty constitutes a direct threat to Egyptian and Arab national security. The meeting focused on de-escalating tensions and prioritising diplomatic dialogue.

The AbaThembu monarchy in South Africa faces scrutiny for reportedly accepting donations linked to Israel outside formal state protocols. This development highlights tensions between traditional leadership and the country's constitutional framework. It also raises questions about consistency in South Africa's foreign policy stance on Israel.

February 10, 2026 Ti AI ṣe iroyin

Cuba's shortage of aviation fuel has stranded thousands of Canadian tourists on the island, prompting flight cancellations by several airlines. The carriers have pledged to repatriate those affected, while the Cuban government blames the crisis on a U.S. blockade of oil supplies. Mexico halted its crude exports to Cuba under pressure from Washington but sent humanitarian aid instead.

A new survey finds that two-thirds of Republicans view China as a threat to the US, compared to 44 percent of Democrats and Independents. At the same time, opinions toward China are softening, with 53 percent of Americans favoring friendly cooperation, up from 40 percent in 2024.

January 22, 2026 Ti AI ṣe iroyin

A focus group of Pennsylvania voters who switched from Biden to Trump in 2024 expressed mixed views on Immigration and Customs Enforcement actions following a fatal shooting in Minneapolis. Many criticized the agency for going too far, while others defended its role. Participants also urged President Trump to prioritize the U.S. economy over international affairs like Greenland and Venezuela.