Looking ahead, Viet Nam proposed the two sides prioritise stronger regional resilience by scaling up energy cooperation, pooling financial resources and cracking down on illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing, all aimed at building a resilient and sustainable blue economy.

The United Kingdom (UK) and the European Union (EU) have signed an agreement ending border checks on cross-border movement between Spain and Gibraltar. The agreement removes administrative barriers, enabling tens of thousands of workers to travel freely each day between the EU member state and the British territory on the Iberian Peninsula.

Appropriate trade policies and close international coordination are instrumental in bolstering the resilience of global food markets against increasingly frequent and severe shocks. This is the central message of the State of Agricultural Commodity Markets 2026 report published by the Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations (FAO).

The global food system is grappling with a dual threat: supply‑chain disruptions and extreme weather events. Against a backdrop of mounting geopolitical volatility, enhancing self‑sufficiency and strengthening resilience has become an urgent challenge for many nations.

Through tireless efforts over more than 80 years, the United Nations has maintained its pivotal role in conflict prevention and peacekeeping. However, unpredictable shifts in the international landscape pose new challenges to the world’s largest multilateral organisation.

June 2026 marks the tenth anniversary of the UK’s referendum on leaving the European Union (EU), the starting point of the Brexit “divorce” whose consequences continue to be felt today.

Nguyen Thi Dieu Ly won Viet Nam's only gold at the Asian Karate Championships, which wrapped up on June 21 in Indonesia.

From Asia to Europe, countries are being severely affected by unprecedented heatwaves. Extreme weather events continue to demonstrate that the fight against climate change remains an uphill battle, with a persistent gap between promises made and action taken.

The military conflict in the Middle East has triggered an unprecedented energy shock with far-reaching consequences across the globe. At the same time, it has created momentum for countries to build resilient energy defence lines for their economies. Securing energy self-sufficiency is being prioritised by an increasing number of nations as a key factor in ensuring economic stability and national security.

The digital environment helps children access knowledge, learn, interact, and integrate into the community quickly, as well as develop their creativity. However, amidst this “ocean” of information, children need guidance and knowledge to be able to select what is beneficial and stay away from harmful elements.

The prolonged conflict in the Middle East has had a profound impact on labour markets, aviation, tourism, public finance, and growth prospects across many major economies in Asia and Europe. Experts warn that even if the conflict comes to an end, the scars it leaves behind may take years to heal.

The US cancelled its planned attack on Iran on May 19 following requests from three Gulf countries. Tehran also urgently sent Washington a 14-point peace proposal through Pakistani mediation. These positive moves by the parties involved have given observers reason to hope that the conflict in the Middle East may soon come to an end.

The expanded BRICS Foreign Ministers’ Meeting has just concluded in New Delhi. The meeting underscored the need to continue reforming the global governance system and strengthening the voice of developing countries in addressing global challenges.

The European Union (EU)’s Pact on Migration and Asylum - Brussels’ most comprehensive reform in migration management in recent years - is set to officially take effect in June. However, this marks only the beginning of a long and difficult journey.