Astana: SCO summit for security and economic growth
ASTANA – The high-profile two-day summit of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) began yesterday in Kazakhstan’s capital, Astana, bringing together nearly a dozen heads of state and government from the member countries. This year, the summit is focused on strengthening … Continue reading Astana: SCO summit for security and economic growth
Coronavirus: Chinese plan joint trials with Russia
Beijing – Chinese scientists have offered to carry out joint vaccine trials with their Russian counterparts in what could be seen as a vote of confidence following Moscow’s decision to rush through approval for a Covid-19 vaccine. The plan was announced … Continue reading Coronavirus: Chinese plan joint trials with Russia
Coronavirus vaccine pre-orders top 5 billion
Hong Kong – Although none of the coronavirus vaccines under development has proved its efficacy yet in clinical trials, at least 5.7 billion doses have been pre-ordered around the world. First shipments of a Covid-19 vaccine created by Western laboratories … Continue reading Coronavirus vaccine pre-orders top 5 billion
Australia plays down impact of Russian import ban on agricultural industry
Canberra – The Australian government played down the impact of Russia’s import ban on agricultural products from Australia, saying Australian agriculture “remains strong”. A joint statement by Australian Trade and Investment Minister Andrew Robb and Minister for Agriculture Barnaby Joyce expressed … Continue reading Australia plays down impact of Russian import ban on agricultural industry
ASEAN Secretary-General Le Luong Minh Visits Russia
Saint Petersburg/Moscow – Secretary-General of ASEAN, Le Luong Minh paid an official visit to the Russian Federation from 1 – 4 July at the invitation of H.E. Sergey Lavrov, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation. During the visit, … Continue reading ASEAN Secretary-General Le Luong Minh Visits Russia