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Xi tells Kim Jong Un his nation is ready to bolster strategic ties

(MENAFN) Chinese President Xi Jinping has conveyed to North Korean leader Kim Jong Un that Beijing is prepared to deepen strategic cooperation with Pyongyang on both regional and international matters, according to North Korean state media. The...

Trump Set to Make Visit to S. Korea on October 29

(MENAFN) US President Donald Trump is scheduled to land in South Korea on October 29 for a two-day trip to participate in the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit, announced South Korea’s national security adviser, Wi Sung-lac, on...

Chinese PM to partake in ruling party anniversary celebrations

(MENAFN) Chinese Premier Li Qiang arrived in Pyongyang on Thursday to attend the 80th anniversary celebrations of North Korea’s ruling Workers’ Party of Korea (WPK), according to reports. This marks the first visit to North Korea by a Chinese...

Kim Jong-un Celebrates 'Immortal' Alliance with Russia

(MENAFN) In a recent statement, North Korea's leader Kim Jong-un praised the exceptionally strong relationship between his nation and Russia, referring to their bond as “immortal.” This message was shared through a state-run news agency on...

Kim Jong Un urges for strengthening navy in case of threats

(MENAFN) North Korea’s leader Kim Jong Un has urged significant improvements to the country’s naval forces to deter and respond decisively to any perceived hostilities, according to reports released Monday. Kim made the remarks during an...

Kim says close ties with Russia will never die

(MENAFN) North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has praised the nation’s exceptionally close relationship with Russia, describing their bond as “immortal.” In a message released by state media on Tuesday, Kim extended birthday wishes to 73-year-old...

S. Korea’s ex-leader voluntarily appears in front of prosecutors

(MENAFN) Former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol voluntarily presented himself to a special counsel team on Wednesday, just hours before authorities were set to enforce a court-issued warrant for his detention, according to reports. Yoon, who...

S. Korea’s former leader voluntarily appears before investigation team

(MENAFN) South Korea’s ex-President Yoon Suk Yeol voluntarily appeared before a special investigation team on Wednesday, arriving just hours before authorities were scheduled to enforce a court-issued arrest warrant, according to reports....

Yoon Suk Yeol Appears Voluntarily Before Special Counsel

(MENAFN) Former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol made an unanticipated appearance before a special investigation team on Wednesday, just hours before officials were scheduled to bring him in under a court-mandated warrant, according to a news...

S. Korea Plans to Launch First Civilian Nuclear Bunker

(MENAFN) South Korea is set to construct its inaugural civilian nuclear bunker beneath a public gymnasium in Seoul, according to media. The shelter will be situated under a sprawling apartment complex in the capital, city officials confirmed....

S. Korea Dismisses Calls to Pause Border Drills

(MENAFN) South Korea’s Defense Minister Ahn Gyu-back firmly dismissed calls to pause military exercises near the inter-Korean border, stressing that continuous training is essential despite Seoul’s efforts to lower tensions with North Korea,...

S. Korea plans to build nuclear bunker beneath public gym

(MENAFN) South Korean authorities are preparing to construct the nation’s first civilian nuclear shelter beneath a public fitness center, reports indicate. The facility will be situated under a large apartment complex in Seoul. Officials cited...

South Korea Reveals Constructing Nuclear Bunker Under Public Gym

(MENAFN) South Korean officials have announced plans to establish the nation's inaugural nuclear shelter for civilians beneath a public sports facility, according to a media outlet on Monday. This protective structure is set to be built beneath a...

Trump Considers Visit to S. Korea Before APEC Summit

(MENAFN) U.S. President Donald Trump is considering a late-October trip to South Korea, ahead of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit, according to media, which cited unnamed diplomatic and political sources on Saturday. Trump may...

Trump considers visiting S. Korea this month

(MENAFN) US President Donald Trump is reportedly considering a trip to South Korea later this month, prior to the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit, according to reports. The visit could involve meetings with officials from South...

NATO Parliamentary Assembly backs 5% defence spending pledge

LJUBLJANA – Lawmakers from across the NATO Alliance gave parliamentary backing Saturday to Allied leaders’ commitment to invest at least 5% of annual gross domestic product on core defence requirements and other defence- and security-related...

NATO Needs Immediate Response to “Significant and Direct” Russian Threat

12 October 2025 LJUBLJANA – The NATO Parliamentary Assembly issued a stark warning Sunday on the threat Russia poses to Allied countries. It pressed for rapid and robust measures to deter aggression, bolster NATO’s defences and support Ukraine’s...

S. Korea Pushes Back Hoguk Military Exercise

(MENAFN) South Korea’s military announced on Thursday the postponement of its annual large-scale field training exercise originally set for mid-October, according to local media. The Hoguk exercise, initially planned for October 20-24, will now...

S. Korea’s Kang Kyung-wha Becomes First Female Ambassador to U.S.

(MENAFN) South Korea has officially appointed former Foreign Minister Kang Kyung-wha as its ambassador to the United States, marking a historic first for Seoul’s diplomatic representation in Washington, the Foreign Ministry announced Wednesday....

Pakistan’s strategic defense pact with Saudi Arabia: A new security architecture in the wider Middle East

The Saudi-Pakistan Strategic Mutual Defense Agreement, signed on September 17, 2025, is a significant regional development. MEI has published several articles that provide different perspectives on the defense pact. For other analysis, please see...