Taiwan President Lai visits Eswatini amidst China's diplomatic pressure

May 03, 2026

Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te reached Eswatini after previously cancelled travel plans due to overflight restrictions. Following "secret arrangements," Lai affirmed Taiwan's right to engage...

Taiwan's diplomatic presence in South Africa under threat amid China's pressure

Oct 07, 2025

Taiwan's mission in South Africa faces pressure as Pretoria orders its relocation from the capital to Johannesburg, reportedly under China's influence. Taiwan called the...

Isolated Erdogan seeks rapprochement with Egypt

Mar 15, 2021

Nicosia [Cyprus], March 15 : Facing increasing international isolation, while pressure is increasing on Ankara with the recent US sanctions, Turkish President Recep Tayyip...

"Parity has been brought in to put pressure on Canada:" Former envoy on India's demand to reduce Canadian diplomats amid row

Oct 06, 2023

Amid the ongoing India-Canada diplomatic row and New Delhi's demand to reduce the Canadian diplomatic staff here in the national capital, Former Indian diplomat...

Belize cuts diplomatic ties with Israel as pressure for Gaza ceasefire mounts

Nov 15, 2023

Israel's refusal to implement a ceasefire in Gaza has resulted in the government of Belize suspending diplomatic ties with the US-backed state. Belize adds...

Cuba rejects US security threat claims amidst rising diplomatic and economic pressure

Feb 02, 2026

In a statement released on Monday (local time), Cuba's Ministry of Foreign Affairs stressed its readiness to engage in dialogue and cooperation with the...