External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has arrived in Islamabad, Pakistan, to attend the 23rd meeting of the Council of Heads of Government (CHG) of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO). The two-day summit has brought together top leaders from member states, with strict security measures in place. Key routes and businesses in both Islamabad and the nearby city of Rawalpindi have been closed due to heightened security concerns surrounding the event.

EAM S Jaishankar Is The First Indian Foreign Minister To Visit Pakistan In A Decade

French far-right leader Marine Le Pen has appeared in court to testify following accusations of embezzling European Union funds during her time as a member of the European Parliament. The allegations claim that Le Pen misused public funds by improperly paying party aides. Le Pen has denied the charges, calling the accusations politically motivated. The case has drawn significant attention as Le Pen remains a key figure in French politics, with potential implications for her political future and upcoming elections. The court proceedings are part of a broader investigation into financial misconduct involving several party members.

France: Marine Le Pen Testifies In Court Over Embezzlement Allegations

Taiwanese authorities have seized several Chinese fishing boats and detained nine crew members for illegally entering Taiwan's waters. The vessels were intercepted by the Taiwanese Coast Guard during routine patrols, amid heightened tensions between Taiwan and China. The crew members are being held for questioning, and the boats have been impounded pending further investigation. Taiwan has been increasing maritime security efforts to curb illegal fishing and assert its territorial claims, particularly as relations with China remain strained. This incident adds to the ongoing disputes in the region over fishing rights and sovereignty.

Taiwan Seizes Chinese Boats, Detains 9 Crew Members

BRICS paves way for expansion, agrees on framework to add new member nations

The acronym of the group of emerging economies is soon going to change. As BRICS is about to welcome a new member. Saudi Arabia prepares to potentially join the BRICS. The impact on its economy and the global landscape could be monumental. A geopolitical move can transform Saudi Arabia's economy and reshape global power dynamics.

Will BRICS membership prove to be a game-changer for Saudi Arabia’s economy?

Several nations are knocking on the door of the BRICS. The BRICS group of nations are preparing to hold the proposed annual summit in South Africa. Meanwhile, nineteen countries have expressed an interest so far in joining the bloc. Thirteen countries have formally asked to join and another six have asked informally. The BRICS bloc consists of Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa. The member nations will meet in Cape Town on June 2-3 to discuss its expansion.

Will BRICS invite more members as 19 nations, including Saudi Arabia & Iran, show interest?

Federal cabinet members can’t go abroad without permission, says Pakistan PM

Trans-Pacific trade deal members agree for UK to start joining process

27 EU members agreed on the extension of Brexit. Know more from Mia Alberti, WION Correspondent

WION Dispatch: EU agrees in principal to extend Brexit

The members were let off because of a lack of evidence, despite 27 witnesses testifying in the case. The attack on couples in the pub was also caught on camera

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It had earlier said that the group was yet to decide on the inclusion of new members

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