Takaichi signs six agreements with Vietnam, including on technology, agriculture and space, during a trip to Hanoi. Published On 2 May 20262 May 2026 Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi says the country will boost ties with Vietnam, with a focus on energy and critical minerals. Takaichi met her Vietnamese counterpart, Le Minh Hung, on Saturday … Read more
The Tanzanian government has cancelled Tuesday’s Independence Day events as protesters called for a day of action. It is Independence Day in Tanzania. But instead of celebrations, the streets are largely silent. All official events were cancelled after opposition groups called for peaceful protests. The government says any demonstration will be considered an attempted coup. … Read more
Leaders ink deals on nuclear energy, media exchanges and infrastructure ahead of summit on Chinese-African cooperation. China and Nigeria have pledged to deepen their economic ties ahead of a summit showcasing Chinese-African cooperation, inking deals on nuclear energy, media exchanges and Beijing’s signature $1 trillion infrastructure drive. Chinese President Xi Jinping and Nigerian President Bola … Read more