Security Concerns Looming Over T20 World Cup as Potential Threats Emerge from Pro-ISIS Sources. Authorities in the Caribbean are on high alert to address terror risks. The event is scheduled to take place in June, with matches being held in the West Indies and the United States. The final will be played in Barbados.
Jeremiah Manele, a former foreign minister, has been elected as the new Prime Minister of the Solomon Islands. His victory in a secret ballot comes amidst heightened security in the capital, Honiara, after a national election last month failed to deliver a majority to any political party. Manele has pledged to uphold the nation’s China-friendly foreign policy, which has drawn attention from China, the United States, and neighboring Australia.
Pakistan and Iran have reaffirmed the importance of energy cooperation and electricity trade despite potential US sanctions. During Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi’s visit to Pakistan, the two countries agreed to expedite a free trade agreement and boost bilateral trade to $10 billion over five years. They also emphasized collaboration on combating terrorism, narcotics smuggling, and other threats. The joint statement comes after US warnings about sanctions risks, highlighting the delicate balance in regional relations.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan’s official visit to Iraq marks a significant step in enhancing cooperation between the two nations. The visit aims to address various issues, including counterterrorism, water management, energy exports, and economic collaboration. Erdogan’s presence underscores Turkey’s commitment to working with Iraq in combating the Kurdistan Workers’ Party (PKK) militant group, which maintains a presence in northern Iraq.
