UN General Assembly

The Russia-Ukraine War was a major dividing line at the U.N. General Assembly, and Ardern largely spoke with those of a similar mindset.

Japanese Prime Minister Kishida Fumio had a packed schedule on the sidelines on the U.N. General Assembly.

Yoon emphasized his support for “freedom” in a U.N. General Assembly address, but most attention focused on the dimming chances of a summit with Japan’s Kishida Fumio. 

The results make clear the regional differences in attitudes toward Russia.

Who sits at the high table of international politics when the political arena back home is embroiled in unrest or irregular transition?

Moon wants to lead cooperation among neighboring countries to tackle Korean Peninsula issues, but there is little interest from the other parties.

In a pre-recorded speech, Xi reiterated China’s commitment to “dialogue and cooperation” and refrained from criticizing the U.S. by name.

Under a deal brokered by the U.S. and China, the decision over Myanmar's U.N. seat will be deferred until November.

The coup has given way to to a dispute over who should represent Myanmar at the United Nations.

New Delhi’s domestic compulsions shouldn’t prevent it from taking a harsher line on China’s human rights abuses.

From COVID-19 to climate change, the most pressing global issues – and those of most concern to Pacific states – are best served by collective action.