The Capitals: Weekly Recap
Your weekly recap of some of the biggest stories from the capitals around the world.
North Korea-Iran Engagement
- North Korea sent its highest-level delegation to Iran in several years, led by External Economic Relations Minister Yun Jong Ho.
- Speculations arose in the West about the potential collaboration between North Korea and Iran amid ongoing conflicts in the region.
- South Korea’s spy agency issued a warning about cooperation between Iran and North Korea, suggesting possible involvement in attacks.
World Economic Forum Special Meeting in Riyadh
The WEF Special Meeting in Riyadh aimed to address global challenges including wars, humanitarian issues, climate, and the economy.
Over 1,000 global leaders from 92 countries participated in the two-day meeting.
Elon Musk’s Visit to Beijing
Tesla CEO Elon Musk visited Beijing to discuss the rollout of Full Self-Driving software, aiming to make it available in China soon.
German Concerns Over Chinese Espionage
German Chancellor expressed concerns about alleged Chinese espionage in Germany, following spying cases in both countries.
African Counter Terrorism Meeting in Abuja
African leaders met in Abuja to strengthen regional security response and cooperation against acts of terror.
The summit aimed to combat terrorism and enhance collaboration at regional and international levels.
President Bola Tinubu emphasized the importance of unified efforts in fighting terrorism in the region.
Regional Security Concerns in Africa
A study by the African Center for Strategic Studies reported a 20% increase in deaths due to terrorism in Africa compared to the previous year.
