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[Policy Explainer: The Diplomacy Of The Little Red Dot: Singapore’s Foreign Policy In ASEAN] With massive geopolitical events like the US Presidential Elections happening just last week, you may be wondering: How would Singapore respond to foreign policy developments? What's next for Singapore's foreign policy within ASEAN? In this throwback, read our Policy Explainer at https://lnkd.in/gkDb_MJZ to find out more about Singapore's own foreign policy within the ASEAN region. #MAJUSG #Throwback #PolicyExplainer #Singapore #ForeignPolicy #ASEAN

Missed last week's Marta Kos's EU commissioner hearing? Here are the top takeaways on EU enlargement and global strategy! Get insights into the future of the European Union’s expansion and influence. 👉 Swipe for details! 🤝 Commitment to EU Enlargement - Kos stressed the significance of expanding the European Union, with a particular focus on integrating #WesternBalkan nations and #Ukraine into the EU fold. 🛡️ Addressing Past Statements on #Russia - Kos clarified her prior remarks on Russia, underscoring her firm support for EU sanctions and a strong stance against Russian aggression. 🌐 Experience in Diplomacy - Kos brings rich diplomatic experience from her tenure as Slovenia's ambassador to Germany and Switzerland, promising seasoned insight in international affairs. ⚖️ Focus on #RuleofLaw and #DemocraticValues - Emphasizing EU principles, Kos reiterated the need for candidate countries to comply with EU standards on rule of law, democracy, and human rights for membership consideration. 📈 Plans for Strengthening EU's Global Influence - Kos outlined strategies for bolstering the EU’s geopolitical influence through strategic alliances and an active enlargement policy. 📢 Stay Informed on EU Enlargement Policies! Follow EPIC for more updates and insights on EU enlargement and policy developments. Stay connected, stay empowered! #EPICInsights #PolicyInsights

Nice example of #diaspora #diplomacy from Latvia in Ireland. A key part of #diasporaengagement is listening to your diaspora. A really clever, low cost way of doing this is to embed sessions with the diaspora on all official visits of high-level government reps abroad when appropriate (e.g. when they visit key countries of destination for the diaspora). Latvia making important moves in diaspora diplomacy also with an Ambassador-at-Large for their diaspora. Onwards. https://lnkd.in/etHYxnDp

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

🎯 After reconciliation, Hungary and Serbia’s historically troubled relationship became one of the closest international alliances in Europe. ❗ The Serbo-Hungarian relations represent a special neighbourhood policy even within the Carpathian Basin, since the borders of the two countries are also the boundaries between Western and East-Central Europe, and, also, between the European Union and the Western Balkans. 👉 Our latest article summarizes the most important milestones in Serbian-Hungarian diplomatic relations. 📌 https://lnkd.in/gCkyVDv8

Azerbaijan, Armenia agree on 80% of peace treaty’s wording — President Aliyev "We are actively continuing negotiations, with almost 80% of the peace treaty paragraphs having been approved," the president noted BAKU, September 6/ Azerbaijan and Armenia have already agreed on almost 80% of the text’s wording of the bilateral peace treaty, Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev said on Friday. "We can achieve peace in the Southern Caucasus. It is reachable. The latest developments in the negotiation track between Azerbaijan and Armenia demonstrate that," Azerbaijan’s AzerTAg news agency quoted Aliyev as saying at the 50th International Cernobbio Forum in Italy. "We are actively continuing negotiations, with almost 80% of the peace treaty paragraphs having been approved," the president continued. "We have already started the border delimitation process, and not only delimitation but also demarcation," Aliyev noted. "Yes, it’s a first small step." "Only about 13 kilometers [over eight miles] of our border, which is more than 1,000 kilometers [some 621 miles]. But it is a step in the right direction and we hope that Azerbaijan’s initiative to start peace negotiations will result in a peace treaty," he added. #business #finance #financialservices

South Korea establishes a diplomatic relationship with Cuba. What foreign policy message could the current South Korean government (in an antagonistic relationship with North Korea) potentially signal from this diplomatic decision? "Today's South Korean foreign policy is motivated not by ideological hostility but by pragmatic security concerns. South Korea does not oppose communist states, but rather oppose rogue regimes like that of Kim Jung-un, which threaten the security of other countries". During the 2022 presidential election, Yoon expressed support for the ideological slogan "Annihilate Communism" as a candidate. But as Yoon's Government prepares for the upcoming South Korean National Assembly Election, it appears to advocate more "post-ideology" politics. Perhaps Yoon's government could then consider a similar message in its foreign policy. https://lnkd.in/epTPwfE9

In a significant development, India and China have pledged to intensify efforts to resolve their longstanding border disputes during the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit in Astana, Kazakhstan. Foreign ministers S. Jaishankar and Wang Yi emphasized the need for disengagement in Eastern Ladakh and restoring border peace. The 3,500 km Himalayan border remains a contentious issue between the two nations, with both sides seeking to normalize bilateral relations. The agreement marks a crucial step towards resolving the decades-long dispute, which has led to several standoffs and tensions between the two countries. #IndiaChinaRelations #BorderDispute #SCOSummit #Diplomacy #PeaceEfforts #GeopoliticalTensions #HimalayanBorder Read more at... https://lnkd.in/dfMHweat

“Diplomatic Disarray in London: Armenia–Azerbaijan Peace Process Falters.” The European Political Community meeting in London on July 18 could have been a breakthrough for Armenia–Azerbaijan peace but became a diplomatic debacle. Armenia was ready for dialogue, but Azerbaijan’s demands stalled progress. The impasse deepens, with each side blaming the other. Europe's new foreign policy leadership must act decisively to bring both parties back to the table and restore stability in the South Caucasus. Read the full analysis by Benyamin Poghosyan and Lara Setrakian from #APRI Armenia in the EUobserver. Read the full article. #Armenia #Azerbaijan #PeaceProcess #Diplomacy #APRIArmenia"

Amidst the complex Myanmar Crisis, delve into the dynamics shaping ASEAN's approach. From Laos' 'quiet diplomacy' to Thailand's shifting stance, explore the latest moves, challenges, and hopes for regional peace. Read the latest brief analysis by Carmen Lim to understand the intricate web of politics, humanitarian aid, and democracy in Southeast Asia. Click here: https://lnkd.in/dQuUjqyR #ASEAN #MyanmarCrisis #LaosChairmanship #ThailandPolitics #RegionalDiplomacy"