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🔆Forum on China-Africa Cooperation: ✅It was established in 2000 to formalise the strategic partnership between China and African nations. ✅A summit is conducted every three years, with the host alternating between China and an African member. ✅Member countries: The FOCAC counts 53 African nations as its members – the entire continent except Eswatini, which has diplomatic ties with Taiwan against Beijing’s “One China” Policy.  ✅The African Union Commission, the continental bloc tasked with ensuring cooperation and economic integration across its member countries, is also a member. #ChinaAfricaCooperation #StrategicPartnership #AfricaUnion #OneChinaPolicy #DiplomaticRelations #EconomicIntegration #InternationalRelations #Edukemy

#Lithuania’s 🇱🇹 Minister of Foreign Affairs, Gabrielius Landsbergis, debated the future of #EU 🇪🇺 enlargement with European Parliament's MEPs on the Committee on Foreign Affairs. In his speech, the head of Lithuania’s diplomacy also emphasized that the EU enlargement was an important investment into security, stability and peace. Landsbergis also drew ➡️ the attention of MEPs to the fact that the EU enlargement was once again becoming a moving target and a tool for some of the EU member states, or their political actors, to solve their outstanding bilateral issues with candidate countries. 💬 “The enlargement process should be objective and merit-based. We must be objective while pursuing it. The first issue is that new “homework” elements are being added on the way, and some old “skeletons” reappear repeatedly and are being brought to daylight at the very last minute. It resembles blackmail, despite Ukraine’s openness to solve objectively existing issues,” said Landsbergis. Watch the full remarks of the Foreign Minister - link below in the comments. Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Lithuania | #StandWithUkraine #LTinEU #LithuaniaInEU #LTPermRepEU

Foreign Minister of Bosnia and Herzegovina Elmedin Konaković talked with Foreign Minister of 🇷🇴 Romania Luminita Odobescu at the Antalya Diplomacy Forum. 🇧🇦🤝🇷🇴 Bilateral relations between #BosniaAndHerzegovina and #Romania are solid & friendly, with no open issues and room for further improvement. 🌍 With the European Council meeting in March 2024 on the horizon, it’s crucial for #BiH to secure the decision to start #EU accession negotiations. 🇪🇺🔜 🌟 The European Council’s grant of candidate status to BiH on December 15, 2022, marks a pivotal moment for our EU membership journey. A huge thank you to Romania for its unwavering support. 🙏💫 As a candidate country, BiH is aligning its foreign policies with the EU’s, showcasing our dedication to full EU membership. 🇪🇺 Our commitment is clear and steadfast. Moreover, regional economic integration is vital for transforming the Western Balkans and bridging the gap to the EU. Let’s work together for a stronger, united future. 🌐💪 #EUAccession #WesternBalkans #EuropeanUnion #RegionalIntegration

Are Kosovo-Serbia starting a detente? Is Belgrade inching towards the West? Tomorrow in Rome an informal and sharp discussion with Strategic Balkans at the Foreign Affairs Club on the opportunities for a decisive integration push of the Balkans till the Black Sea.

🚨 Stay informed with the latest insights on #MediterraneanDiplomacy! Inter-state relations in the #Mediterranean often swing between cooperation and tension, and #October was no exception. While opportunities for dialogue and collaboration have emerged, ongoing conflicts persist. 🔗 Explore Diplomeds' new Regional Trends section and get a monthly overview of the key events shaping the region's diplomatic landscape: https://lnkd.in/eH-e5AGq

Exploring the Visegrad Group countries' historical, cultural and diplomatic relations towards Albania ================================= The Visegrad Group's assessment of the European Union for the Western Balkans, including Albania, reflects a complex interplay of historical, cultural, and political dynamics. As the author of three books exploring Albanian-Polish, Albanian-Czech, and Albanian-Slovakian relations through the centuries , I have delved into the intricacies of these connections. The Visegrad countries, comprising Poland, Czech Republic, Slovakia, and Hungary, share a common historical legacy marked by transitions from communist rule to democratic governance. Their collective perspective on EU enlargement to the Western Balkans is informed by experiences of integration, governance reforms, and regional cooperation. Within this context, my books provide valuable insights into the rich tapestry of interactions between Albania and the Visegrad nations, offering a nuanced understanding of the factors shaping their contemporary relations within the broader European framework. Albanian-Hungarian relations is in the process of writing. The three other books published are part of the libraries of respective Foreign Ministries and a valuable bibliography for the diplomats of the respective countries.

Tenth Ministerial Meeting of the Arab-Chinese Cooperation Forum in Beijing: diplomatic and economic news. Over the past four years, the depth of Sino-Arab cooperation has deepened significantly and rapidly. Against the backdrop of the United States' attempt to strategically withdraw from the Middle East, the Arab world continued to increase its autonomy and seeks to cooperate with it. China, Russia and other large countries subject to “Belt and Road”, “OPEC+” and other regulatory frameworks have clear intentions of multiple checks and balances and maximization of interests. Read more on #ExtremaRatio https://lnkd.in/dZSu6WMY

On July 30, 2024, Indonesia's Foreign Minister visited Auckland for the 11th Joint Ministerial Commission meeting with New Zealand's Deputy Prime Minister Winston Peters. This visit, marking 66 years of diplomatic ties, focused on strengthening the partnership between the two nations. #ASEANOutlook #bilateralmeeting #Economiccooperation #humanrightsdialogue #IndonesiaNewZealandrelations #JointMinisterialCommission #PacificIslandsForum #Regionalsecurity #renewableenergycooperation #thxnews

Awesome, this is a great team in Internatinoal Relations. The GNU gives me great hope for SA Inc.’s economic growth, a positive impact on its people & a conducive business environment for job creation. I am reminded of pre 1994, just before the historic 1st democratic elections, GDP growth in 1989 was 2.4% & plummeted to -0.3%, -1% & -2.1% in 1990, 1991 & 1992 respectively. GDP growth started rebounding to 1.2%, 3.2%, 3.1% & 4.3% in 1993, 1994, 1995 & 1996 respectively according to data from the World Bank. An Economist said, a South Africa growing @ 4-5% in GDP per annum is different from one growing @ 1% per annum as unemployment drops, crime levels plummet, SA Inc. becomes an attractive investment + tourist destination and the mood becomes one of optimism & positivity. I am personally full of hope & optimism that SA Inc. has turned the corner & is fast creating a business friendly environment where 4-5% GDP growth will be possible.

Tenth Ministerial Meeting of the Arab-Chinese Cooperation Forum in Beijing: diplomatic and economic news. Over the past four years, the depth of Sino-Arab cooperation has deepened significantly and rapidly. Against the backdrop of the United States' attempt to strategically withdraw from the Middle East, the Arab world continued to increase its autonomy and seeks to cooperate with it. China, Russia and other large countries subject to “Belt and Road”, “OPEC+” and other regulatory frameworks have clear intentions of multiple checks and balances and maximization of interests. Read more on #ExtremaRatio https://lnkd.in/daHfF73d