MORNING NEWS BRIE [December 30, 2021]

HOT NEWS

1. RTop diplomats of the U.S., Germany, France, and the UK agreed to continue to deter Russian aggression in Ukraine and reaffirm massive consequences for such action. Source: TASS
2. The Iraqi PM revealed that combat units of the international coalition led by the U.S., that were stationed in the country, had been fully withdrawn except for military advisers. Source: Sputnik
3. The WHO warned of what he called a tsunami of COVID-19 cases that would put immense pressure on the national health system, given the rise of Omicron and Delta variants. Source: China.org.cn

WORLD

1. France will take on the rotating role of EU presidency which will start from January 1 to 30 June, while President Macron is expected to be reelected in April. Source: Euronews
2. Russia has successfully tested its S-550 air defense systems capable of hitting spacecraft, ballistic missile reentry vehicles and hypersonic targets at high attitudes. Source: TRT World
3. The British government issued a statement revealing that they will prepare a package of £105 million to provide vital assistance for vulnerable countries dealing with pandemic. Source: Reuters

REGIONS

1. Japan’s Foreign Ministry announced that it had lodged a protest against South Korea for their regular military drill near the Dokdo islets, calling such action unacceptable. Source: KBS World Radio
2. China and Singapore signed 14 agreements to expand cooperation in finance, exchange of trade information, maritime safety and beyond  during their annual bilateral talks. Source: CNA
3. Indonesia’s Chief Security Ministry stated that their government agreed to provide refuge to the stranded Rohingya refugees that are afloat on the boat, in the name of humanity. Source: CNA

CAMBODIA

1. Prime Minister Hun Sen announced that there will be an upper age limit on Cambodian Prime Ministers, and he will remain in power until he chooses to step aside. Source: Thmey Thmey
2. Cambodia, as the Chair for ASEAN 2022 stressed their commitment to strengthen ASEAN centrality to maintain and uphold peace, security and prosperity in the region. Source: Khmer Times
3. Speaking at the inauguration ceremony of the Defense Ministry’s new building, PM called on the people to celebrate the conception of the Win-Win policy which falls on 29 December. Source: Fresh News