Kazakhstan’s president secures sweeping powers in constitutional overhaul
New constitution backed by landslide vote could see Kassym-Jomart Tokayev stay in power beyond 2029
Trump seeks to delay trip to China ‘a little bit’ amid Iran war
US president was at pains to avoid any suggestion that move was a snub to Xi Jinping
Ireland can learn from China for MetroLink and Cork Light Rail, says Jerry Buttimer
Minister of State says he has ‘matured in my approach’ to China, whose record on human rights he has criticised
China and India show Trump that diplomacy can work
Many countries think it’s better to talk to Iran than to send warships to the Strait of Hormuz
A €2 increase in pension sparks rare debate over China’s priorities
Beijing doubles down on ambitious plans built around long‑term strategic power, while delegates question a derisory pension hike
South Korea’s defences weakened by US war in Iran
The United States is burning up its anti-missile munitions at a furious rate as Iran continues to strike at targets across the Middle East.
Trump seeks to use force to secure influence over Latin America
Left-wing leaders from Brazil, Mexico and Colombia notably not involved in US president’s forceful regional initiative
EU should resist Ursula von der Leyen’s foreign-policy power grab
The commission president has often taken positions that have not been agreed by member states
China condemns US war on Iran but keeps welcome extended for Trump visit
Beijing makes it clear it remains enthusiastic about improving relations between the two countries
China calls for immediate ceasefire in Iran and warns against regime change
Foreign minister urges all sides to return to the negotiating table
Nobody knows when the Iran war will end because nobody, including Trump, can say why it started
As war spreads across the Middle East there are multiple possibilities for how it will continue or end
In ageing China, one daughter’s search for her mother reveals a nation’s dilemma
Dementia, dwindling support and the legacy of the one‑child policy collide in a family’s fight to cope
China sets lowest economic growth forecast for 35 years
The target for 2026 of 4.5-5% is far below double-digit growth targets that were routine up to a decade ago
Nepal’s election will test the political power of the youth
Outcome is also important for China and India
Why has Washington imposed sanctions on Rwanda’s army?
Global Briefing: Concern for human rights may not be the Trump administration’s only motive