EU ministers show no appetite to expand naval mission to secure the Strait of Hormuz, despite Trump's warnings. EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas said there was 'no appetite' among member states to extend the Operation Aspides naval mission to cover the Strait of Hormuz. This follows President Trump's request for European warships to help reopen the vital oil waterway, with his warning that a negative response would be bad for NATO's future.

EU ministers show no appetite to expand naval mission to secure the Strait of Hormuz, despite Trump's warnings. #InternationalRelations #News

Germany and European allies reject US calls for military help to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and Defense Minister Boris Pistorius stated Germany will not participate militarily in the war in Iran or in operations to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. The UK and Italy also ruled out sending warships, rejecting a call from US President Donald Trump, who had threatened NATO with consequences for non-participation.

Germany and European allies reject US calls for military help to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. #InternationalRelations #News

Xi Jinping's Diplomatic Discussions with Poutine and Trump Highlighting China's Role in Global Stability On February 6, 2026, Chinese President Xi Jinping's discussions with both Poutine and Trump showcased China's vital role in enhancing global stability and fostering international cooperation amidst rising tensions.

Xi Jinping's Diplomatic Discussions with Poutine and Trump Highlighting China's Role in Global Stability #China #Xi_Jinping #Beijing #Global_Stability #International_Relations

#Geopolitics #Foreign_Policy #Australia #Canada #International_Relations #Strategic_Autonomy #Middle_Powers #Defense_Strategy #CPTPP

U.S. passport drops out of top 10 for first time in 20 years
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#immigration_policy #international_relations #travel_and_tourism #U.S._foreign_policy #boingboing

Vegas learns tourists prefer countries that don't threaten them
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#Economic_Impact #Gaming_Industry #international_relations #las_vegas #politics #Resort_Industry #tourism #travel #boingboing

Transnational Infrastructures and the Transformation of Global Orders This book offers a multidisciplinary insight into the significance of infrastructural change for global orders.

New book on #infrastructure and #international_relations out now - including my reflections on how infrastructural development has enabled (re)formations of #international_society. Check it out! @iratut.bsky.social @unituebingen.bsky.social
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The 137th Canton Fair: A Bridge for International Trade Between Europe and Africa The 137th Canton Fair is set to commence on April 15 in Guangzhou, China, enhancing international trade relations through various promotional events in Europe and Africa.

The 137th Canton Fair: A Bridge for International Trade Between Europe and Africa #China #Guangzhou #Canton_Fair #China_Trade #International_Relations

Auch deutsche Menschen, die mit Green Card in den USA leben, kommen z. Zt. in die Lage, bei der Einreise in die USA bis zum Kollaps festgehalten zu werden, berichtet NPR: #^www.nhpr.org/nh-news/2025-03-14/green... […]

Insightful new report on #Politics and #International_Relations Provision in UK from @britishacademy.bsky.social with input from PSA, @mybisa.bsky.social

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