The Pentagon has said that the attempted hijacking was likely the work of Somali pirates rather than Houthi fighters.
Somalia, which has been seeking to join the regional trade bloc since 2012, becomes its eight member.
White House had reversed designation against rebel group in 2021 to help get aid to war-torn Yemen.
Mohamed Muizzu, who is seen as pro-China, campaigned on a promise to evict Indian troops from the country.
Leaders of US and China agree to resumption of military-to-military communication amid efforts to stabilise ties.
Xi aims to revive investments in sluggish Chinese economy while Biden looks to keep temperatures ‘low’ in Asia-Pacific.
Putin visits Kazakhstan while Raisi, Erdogan and Kakar are due to attend a regional economic summit in Uzbekistan.
Labor leader is first Australian prime minister to visit since 2016 after a turbulent period in bilateral ties.
In talks with Chinese foreign minister, Senate majority leader says Chinese comments showed ‘no sympathy’ for Israel.
Russian sea mines warning comes as Ukrainian navy says 12 cargo vessels preparing to travel to Ukraine Black Sea ports.
As the war enters its 577th day, these are the main developments.
Mexico has barred the import of GMO corn for human consumption, raising the ire of exporter US where most corn is GMO.
Discussions between India’s JSW Steel and Canada’s Teck over the latter’s stake sale had slowed down, Reuters reported.
As tensions rise between the nations over killing of Sikh leader, here is a breakdown of their trade and education ties.
