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• US strikes in Caribbean and Pacific breach international law, says UN rights chief UN News 31 Oct 2025 -- Airstrikes carried out by the United States against alleged drug trafficking boats in the Caribbean and Pacific drew sharp criticism from the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights on Friday who said they "violate international human rights law" and must stop immediately.
• Pentagon can't identify whom it's killing in Latin America Press TV 31 Oct 2025 -- US War Department officials have admitted that they have no information about the identities of those aboard boats they accuse of sending drugs to the US before bombing the vessels, according to a report.
• US poised to launch strikes in Venezuela 'at any moment': Report Press TV 31 Oct 2025 -- A report published by the Miami Herald on Friday claims that the US is planning to launch strikes against Venezuela, while President Donald Trump denies that he is considering any military action in the Latin American country.
• Ranking Member Shaheen, Leader Schumer, Top Democrats on National Security Committees Urge Trump Administration to Immediately Brief Senate on Military Action in the Caribbean and Pacific US Senate Foreign Relations Committee 31 Oct 2025 -- Today, U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), Ranking Member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY), Mark Warner (D-VA), Vice Chairman of the Senate Intelligence Committee, Jack Reed (D-RI), Ranking Member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, Patty Murray (D-WA), Vice Chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee, Chris Coons (D-DE), Ranking Member of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Defense and Brian Schatz (D-HI), Ranking Member of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs, sent a letter to Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth and Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard urging an immediate briefing for all Senators on military strikes against alleged narcotraffickers in the Caribbean Sea and Pacific Ocean.
• Trump Denies Plans for Military Action in Venezuela Sputnik 31 Oct 2025 -- US President Donald Trump said on Friday that he was not considering strikes within the Venezuelan territory, Reuters reported.

Defense Policy / Programs

• As Trump continues illegally federalizing the National Guard, California doubles down on challenge California Governor - Gavin Newsom 31 Oct 2025 -- Today, Governor Gavin Newsom and Attorney General Rob Bonta asked a federal judge to lift the stay on proceedings on California's challenge to the President's federalization and deployment of the National Guard through February 2026.
• US signs 10-year military deal with India to broaden footprint in Asia Press TV 31 Oct 2025 -- The United States and India have signed a 10-year defence framework agreement, deepening their strategic partnership even as trade tensions threaten to complicate their broader relationship.
• Coast Guard Cutter Campbell returns home after 54-day maritime border security patrol in the Windward Passage US Coast Guard 31 Oct 2025 -- The crew of Coast Guard Cutter Campbell (WMEC 909) returned to their homeport at U.S. Naval Station Newport, Monday, following a 54-day maritime border security patrol in the Windward Passage.
• U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Healy returns to Seattle after 129-day Arctic deployment US Coast Guard 31 Oct 2025 -- The U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Healy (WAGB 20) returned to its Seattle home port Sunday, following a 129-day patrol that concluded its annual Arctic deployment.
• NATO and Japan hold first dedicated dialogue on Defence Industrial Cooperation and Capabilities NATO 31 Oct 2025 -- On Friday (31 October), NATO held its first staff-to-staff dialogue on defence industrial cooperation and capabilities with Japan at NATO Headquarters.
• Meeting with permanent members of the Security Council President of Russia 31 Oct 2025 -- The President held, via videoconference, a briefing session with permanent members of the Security Council.
• Russia's Belousov Pins Strengthening of Army, Regional Stability as CIS Priorities Sputnik 31 Oct 2025 -- Strengthening national armed forces and maintaining regional stability are the top priorities for the defense ministries of the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) member states, Russian Defense Minister Andrei Belousov said on Friday.
• Andrei Belousov introduces his new deputy, Vasily Osmakov, to colleagues from CIS countries Russia MoD 31 Oct 2025 -- Russia's nuclear-powered Burevestnik cruise missile tests are aimed at ensuring the effectiveness and reliability of national strategic deterrent forces and assets, Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said on Thursday.
• Russian Defence Minister: strengthening national defenсe forces and maintaining regional stability is priority for CIS member states' military departments Russia MoD 31 Oct 2025 -- 'We summarised the results of the implementation of the military cooperation concept over the past five years. Our interaction at this stage has focused on strengthening national defenсe forces and maintaining regional stability,' said Andrei Belousov at the closing part of the CIS Council of Defence Ministers meeting held in Almaty on Friday.
• Russian Defence Minister Andrei Belousov: global situation calls for unified approaches of CIS military departments to assess emerging challenges and threats Russia MoD 31 Oct 2025 -- 'The complex military and political situation in the world calls for the unity of approaches of military departments of the Commonwealth of Independent States countries to assess emerging challenges and threats,' said Russian Defence Minister Andrei Belousov opening the meeting of the CIS Council of Defence Ministers in Almaty on Friday.
• Russian and Belarusian defence ministers discuss bilateral military cooperation in Almaty Russia MoD 31 Oct 2025 -- Russian Defence Minister Andrei Belousov discussed with head of the military department of Belarus Lieutenant General Viktor Khrenin prospects of the military cooperation between Moscow and Minsk.
• Russian Defence Minister A.Belousov: cooperation between Russia and Kazakhstan is key factor in maintaining stability in Central Asia Russia MoD 31 Oct 2025 -- Interaction between the Russian Federation and the Republic of Kazakhstan in the military field is a key factor in ensuring stability and security in the Central Asian region, said Russian Defence Minister Andrei Belousov.
• Belarus's Lukashenko Confirms Plans to Put Oreshnik on Combat Duty in December Sputnik 31 Oct 2025 -- Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko confirmed on Friday the plans to put the Oreshnik missile system on combat duty in December.
• Pentagon Clears Way for Tomahawk Missiles to Ukraine, Final Decision Rests with Trump Sputnik 31 Oct 2025 -- The Pentagon has authorized the White House to supply long-range Tomahawks missiles to Ukraine, and now it is up to US President Donald Trump to make the final decision, CNN reported on Friday, citing US and European officials.
• A Violent Death Casts A Stark Spotlight On Ukraine's Military Manpower Problem RFE/RL 31 Oct 2025 -- On October 18, Roman Sopin called his mother and asked her to bring him some clothes, cash, and his contact lenses -- he had been swept off a Kyiv street by conscription officers and was preparing to be inducted into the Ukrainian Armed Forces to fight against invading Russian troops.
• Initial Air Assault Forces units have begun daily use of the 'Impulse' system Ukraine MOD 31 Oct 2025
• Tallinn Mechanism Partners Commit Over 241.7 million euros to Strengthen Ukraine's Cyber Defences Amid Escalating Russian Aggression Canada 31 Oct 2025 -- Tallinn Mechanism Members Canada, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Sweden, the United Kingdom and the United States together with observers Czechia, the European Union, NATO and the World Bank, gathered in Paris on October 30-31st.
• Tallinn Mechanism members announce additional €60 million in support for Ukraine Estonia MFA 31 Oct 2025 -- On 30-31 October, participants of the Tallinn Mechanism convened in Paris, with donor countries collectively announcing an additional €60 million in support of Ukraine's cyber resilience this year. Estonia contributes €500,000 annually to the mechanism.
• Defense minister Dong Jun meets Hegseth in Malaysia, urging US to take clear stance against 'Taiwan independence' Global Times 31 Oct 2025 -- Chinese Defense Minister Dong Jun held talks with US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth in Malaysia on Friday, where he was attending the 12th ASEAN Defense Ministers' Meeting-Plus. Dong stressed during the meeting that the reunification of the two sides of the Taiwan Straits is an irreversible historical trend, urging the US side to act and speak prudently on Taiwan-related questions and to take a clear stance against "Taiwan independence."
• Chinese defense minister meets U.S. counterpart in Malaysia PRC MND 31 Oct 2025 -- Chinese Defense Minister Dong Jun met with U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth on Friday on the sidelines of the 12th ASEAN Defense Ministers Meeting Plus in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
• President Lai attends commissioning of M1A2T tank battalion CNA 31 Oct 2025 -- President Lai Ching-te (賴清德) on Friday attended the commissioning ceremony for Taiwan's first M1A2T tank battalion.
• Third offshore patrol vessel launched Australia DOD 31 Oct 2025 -- The first Arafura class Offshore Patrol Vessel (OPV) built in Western Australia was launched at a ceremony at Henderson Maritime Precinct today.
• Raksha Mantri & US Secretary of War meet on the margins of 12th ADMM-Plus in Kuala Lumpur India PIB 31 Oct 2025 -- Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh met with US Secretary of War Mr Pete Hegseth on the sidelines of 12th ASEAN Defence Ministers' Meeting - Plus (ADMM-Plus) in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on October 31, 2025
• Singapore - Ebbing Air National Guard Base Construction Services DSCA 31 Oct 2025 -- The State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to the Government of Singapore of Ebbing Air National Guard Base Facilities Construction Services and related equipment for an estimated cost of $353 million. The Defense Security Cooperation Agency delivered the required certification notifying Congress.
• Sanctions Gray Area Helping Iran To Replenish Missile Stockpile RFE/RL 31 Oct 2025
• Iran's FM condemns US nuclear weapons testing resumption as global threat Press TV 31 Oct 2025 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi has issued a warning in response to Washington's announcement to resume nuclear weapons testing, calling it a regressive and irresponsible move.
• Araghchi condemns US nuclear weapons testing resumption as a global threat IRNA 31 Oct 2025 -- Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has issued a warning in response to Washington's announcement to resume nuclear weapons testing, calling it a regressive and irresponsible move.
• Monitoring and surveillance activities by New Zealand against illicit maritime activities including ship-to-ship transfers Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan 31 Oct 2025
• NZ Army teams up with local jet company in training first New Zealand Defence Force 31 Oct 2025 -- Soldiers from the New Zealand Army, Ngāti Tūmatauenga have carried out a significant training first when local defence contractor, Fighter Jets NZ, was used to simulate realistic close air support missions with jet aircraft.
• Chiefs of Defence of the Baltic countries met in Tallinn Estonia Defence Forces 31 Oct 2025 -- On Friday, October 31, a two-day meeting of the Chiefs of Defence of Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania concluded with signing a joint declaration.
• New pact with Canada highlights expanding PH security ties Philippine News Agency 31 Oct 2025 -- The upcoming Status of Visiting Forces Agreement (SOVFA) with Canada reflects the Philippines' growing security ties with other like-minded nations, the Department of National Defense (DND) said Friday.
• DND chief reaffirms PH commitment to regional peace, stability Philippine News Agency 31 Oct 2025 -- Department of National Defense (DND) Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. on Thursday met with his Malaysian counterpart, Dato' Seri Mohamed Khaled bin Nordin, in Kuala Lumpur ahead of the 19th ASEAN Defense Ministers' Meeting (ADMM) and the 12th ADMM-Plus, set from Friday to Saturday.
• US to Create Task Force-Philippines to Enhance Operations in South China Sea Sputnik 31 Oct 2025 -- US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth has declared the establishment of new Task Force-Philippines designed to increase operational cooperation in the region, especially in the South China Sea, Chief Pentagon Spokesman Sean Parnell said on Friday.
• Secretary Rubio's Meeting with Bolivian President-Elect Paz US Dept. of State 31 Oct 2025

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• Five killed in Gaza, child shot in West Bank as Israel continues ceasefire violations Press TV 31 Oct 2025 -- Israel has killed five more Palestinians in the Gaza Strip, amid repeated violations of a US-brokered ceasefire agreement reached earlier this month.
• Classified US report uncovers backlog of Israeli human rights violations in Gaza Press TV 31 Oct 2025 -- A classified report from the US government's watchdog has revealed that Israeli occupation military units may have committed "many hundreds" of potential violations of human rights laws in the Gaza Strip, according to a report.
• Israel expands settlements with 48,000 new units since Netanyahu took office Press TV 31 Oct 2025 -- The Israeli regime has built or approved around 48,000 settler units since prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu took office late in 2022.
• Israel chokes West Bank life with nearly 1,000 new barriers during Gaza war Press TV 31 Oct 2025 -- An anti-settlement monitoring group reports that Israeli authorities have erected nearly 1,000 barriers across the occupied West Bank since the genocidal Gaza war began, further curbing Palestinian movement and deepening daily hardships under military rule.
• Israel launches drone attack on southern Lebanon, kills one person IRNA 31 Oct 2025 -- The Israeli regime has launched a drone attack on a motorcycle in southern Lebanon, local media in Lebanon on Friday reported.
• Hezbollah chief: Lebanon's power lies in resistance, US no neutral mediator Press TV 31 Oct 2025 -- Hezbollah Secretary-General Sheikh Naim Qassem has stressed that resistance constitutes the strength of Lebanon, noting that the United States is not a neutral mediator between Lebanon and Israel due to its silence on thousands of Israeli violations of the ceasefire.
• Gaza Strip: Ceasefire opens window for rehabilitation as over a third of cropland becomes accessible FAO 31 Oct 2025 -- New FAO-UNOSAT analysis findings show increased damage to cropland, greenhouses, and agricultural wells
• UN aid push continues across Gaza despite Israeli airstrikes UN News 31 Oct 2025 -- The UN and partners are pushing ahead with aid deliveries across Gaza despite new Israeli airstrikes and a faltering ceasefire, UN Spokesperson Stéphane Dujarric said on Friday.

Other Conflicts

• UN expert calls for urgent response on child trafficking in conflict situations OHCHR 31 Oct 2025 -- Child victims of trafficking in conflict situations require urgent and specialised protection measures, a UN expert said today.
• Today's top news: Occupied Palestinian Territory, Sudan, Hurricane Melissa UNOCHA 31 Oct 2025
• Exclusive: Source reveals PLA monitors, maintains vigilance as Philippines conducts 'joint patrol' in S.China Sea in collusion with extraterritorial nations Global Times 31 Oct 2025 -- From Thursday to Friday, the Philippines, in collusion with extraterritorial countries, conducted a so-called "joint patrol" in the South China Sea, stirring up trouble and undermining regional peace and stability. The People's Liberation Army (PLA) Southern Theater Command monitored and maintained vigilance throughout the operation, the Global Times learned exclusively from a source from the Chinese military.
• China Coast Guard conducts law enforcement patrol in territorial waters and surrounding areas of China's Huangyan Dao Global Times 31 Oct 2025 -- The China Coast Guard (CCG) conducted a law enforcement patrol in the territorial waters and surrounding areas of China's Huangyan Dao on Friday, the CCG said.
• Chinese military conducts combat readiness patrols around Huangyan Dao PRC MND 31 Oct 2025 -- Since October 2025, the Chinese PLA Southern Theater Command has organized its navy and air force troops to continuously strengthen patrols in the territorial waters and airspace of China's Huangyan Dao and its adjacent areas, according to a written statement released on Friday.
• Senior Yemeni, Iranian officials meet in Muscat amid new Israeli threats Press TV 31 Oct 2025 -- A senior Yemeni negotiator has met with a top Iranian diplomat in Muscat, underscoring deepening coordination between the two allies amid heightened tensions following new Israeli threats against Yemen.
• Security Council Renews Mandate of United Nations Support Mission in Libya, Unanimously Adopting Resolution 2796 (2025) UN Security Council 31 Oct 2025 -- The Security Council today renewed for 12 months the authorization to establish a European Union-led stabilization force in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
• The UK reiterates its full support for UNSMIL's efforts to advance the political process in Libya: UK Explanation of Vote at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 31 Oct 2025 -- UK explanation of vote delivered by Ambassador James Kariuki, UK Chargé d'Affaires to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on Libya.
• Tens of thousands fleeing on foot amid atrocities in Sudan's El Fasher UN News 31 Oct 2025 -- More details continued to emerge on Friday of atrocities committed during and after the fall of El Fasher to the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) militia in Sudan's Darfur region.
• Sudan: El Fasher atrocities must be investigated and perpetrators held to account OHCHR 31 Oct 2025
• UN Security Council voices grave concern over escalating violence in Sudan People's Daily 31 Oct 2025 -- The UN Security Council on Thursday voiced grave concern over escalating violence in and around El Fasher in Sudan's North Darfur state.
• Iran reiterates support for Sudan's sovereignty as violence continues to grip N African nation Press TV 31 Oct 2025 -- Iran has reiterated continued support for Sudan's sovereignty, unity, and territorial integrity as rampant violence retains its grip on the North African nation.
• Iran designates November 30 as national day for Persian Gulf trio islands IRNA 31 Oct 2025 -- The Iranian government has designated the anniversary of the British withdrawal from Abu Musa, Greater Tunb, and Lesser Tunb as the Persian Gulf Trio Islands National Day.
• Iran designates November 30 as national day for Persian Gulf trio islands Press TV 31 Oct 2025 -- The Iranian government has designated the anniversary of the British withdrawal from Abu Musa, Greater Tunb, and Lesser Tunb as the Persian Gulf Trio Islands National Day.
• The UN Verification Mission has been critical to the implementation of the 2016 Peace Agreement in Colombia: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 31 Oct 2025 -- UK statement ahead of the vote on the Colombia UNSCR, delivered by James Kariuki, UK Chargé d'Affaires to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on Colombia.
• This resolution represents a step towards a lasting political solution that provides for the self-determination of the people of Western Sahara: UK explanation of vote at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 31 Oct 2025 -- UK Explanation of Vote delivered by Ambassador James Kariuki, UK Chargé d'Affaires to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on Western Sahara.
• Unanimously Adopting Resolution 2795 (2025), Security Council Renews Mandate of European Union-led Stabilization Force in Bosnia and Herzegovina UN Security Council 31 Oct 2025 -- The Security Council today renewed for 12 months the authorization to establish a European Union-led stabilization force in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
• EU Statement - UN Security Council: Debate on Bosnia and Herzegovina European External Action Service (EEAS) 31 Oct 2025 -- Statement on behalf of the European Union and its Member States by H.E. Ambassador Stavros Lambrinidis, Delegation of the European Union to the United Nations, at the UN Security Council Debate on Bosnia and Herzegovina
• The political crisis in Bosnia and Herzegovina reinforces the ongoing vital and legitimate role of the High Representative: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 31 Oct 2025 -- Statement by Jennifer MacNaughtan, UK Minister Counsellor, at the UN Security Council meeting on Bosnia and Herzegovina

News Reports

• DNI Releases Appropriated Budget Figure For 2025 National Intelligence Program Director of National Intelligence 31 Oct 2025 -- Congress appropriated an aggregate amount of $73.3 billion to the National Intelligence Program (NIP) for Fiscal Year 2025. This includes supplemental funding.
• DNI Gabbard Joins U.S. Delegation in Bahrain, Delivers Remarks at Manama Dialogue Director of National Intelligence 31 Oct 2025 -- Today, Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard delivered remarks at the opening night of the Manama Dialogue in Bahrain, where she highlighted President Trump's historic record of peace.
• Guterres voices alarm over post-election violence in Tanzania UN News 31 Oct 2025 -- The UN is calling for restraint in Tanzania, amid deadly protests following the 29 October general election, as the country remains under curfew and faces widespread internet restrictions.
• Statement attributable to the Spokesperson for the Secretary-General - on the United Republic of Tanzania UN Secretary-General 31 Oct 2025
• Tanzania: Deaths and injuries amid election-related protests OHCHR 31 Oct 2025
• Joint statement by Foreign Ministers of Canada, Norway and the United Kingdom on situation in Tanzania Canada 31 Oct 2025
• Foreign Ministry statement on retaliatory measures to the 19th EU sanctions package against Russia Russia Ministry of Foreign Affairs 31 Oct 2025
• Statement by the Deputy Head of the Delegation of the Russian Federation, Deputy Director of the Department for Non-proliferation and Arms Control of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation Konstantin Vorontsov at the Thematic Discussion on Cluster VII "Disarmament machinery" in the First Committee of the 80th Session of the UN General Assembly, New York, October 28, 2025 Russia Ministry of Foreign Affairs 31 Oct 2025
• Statement by the Deputy Head of the Delegation of the Russian Federation, Deputy Director of the Department for Non-proliferation and Arms Control of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation Konstantin Vorontsov at the Thematic Debate on Cluster VI "Regional Disarmament and Security" in the First Committee of the 80th Session of the UN General Assembly, New York, October 28, 2025 Russia Ministry of Foreign Affairs 31 Oct 2025
• Trump-Putin summit axed after Kremlin memo on ending Ukraine war: Report Press TV 31 Oct 2025 -- The United States has canceled a planned summit in Budapest between President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin after Moscow issued a memo reiterating its conditions for ending the war in Ukraine, according to reports.
• Russian prime minister to visit China for 30th regular meeting with Chinese premier: FM Global Times 31 Oct 2025 -- At the invitation of Chinese Premier Li Qiang, Prime Minister of the Russian Federation Mikhail Mishustin will visit China from November 3 to 4 for the 30th regular meeting between Chinese and Russian heads of government, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson announced on Friday. In response to media inquiries about the arrangements and China's expectations for the meeting, FM spokesperson Guo Jiakun stated that during the meeting, the two premiers will comprehensively review cooperation progress in various areas, plan the next stage of collaboration, and exchange in-depth views on issues of common concern.
• Trump Says US Denied Orban's Request for Exemption from Sanctions on Russian Oil Firms Sputnik 31 Oct 2025 -- Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban has asked for the country to be exempt from US sanctions on Russian oil companies, but Washington has not granted the request, US President Donald Trump said on Friday.
• China launches Shenzhou-21 crewed spaceship PRC MND 31 Oct 2025 -- China launched the Shenzhou-21 crewed spaceship on Friday, sending three astronauts to its orbiting space station on a six-month mission.
• Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Guo Jiakun's Regular Press Conference on October 31, 2025 PRC MofA 31 Oct 2025
• Xi says ready to work with Trump to build solid foundation for bilateral ties Global Times 31 Oct 2025 -- Chinese President Xi Jinping met on Thursday with US President Donald Trump to exchange views on bilateral relations and issues of mutual interest in Busan, South Korea, the Xinhua News Agency reported.
• Chinese FM comments on US treasury secretary's remarks that China, US could sign trade deal next week Global Times 31 Oct 2025 -- In response to a media inquiry regarding that US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent claimed the US and China could sign a trade agreement as soon as next week, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun said on Friday that leaders of China and the US discussed issues such as economic and trade relations and agreed to enhance cooperation in areas including economy and trade during the Busan meeting, and the competent Chinese authorities also briefed on the outcomes of the economic and trade consultations in Kuala Lumpur yesterday.
• President Xi Jinping Delivers Written Address to the APEC CEO Summit PRC MofA 31 Oct 2025 -- On the afternoon of October 31, 2025 local time, President Xi Jinping delivered a written address entitled "Putting the Asia Pacific at the Forefront of the Joint Endeavor for World Development and Prosperity" to the APEC CEO Summit held in Gyeongju, the Republic of Korea. 
• President Xi Jinping Attends the 32nd APEC Economic Leaders' Meeting and Delivers Important Remarks PRC MofA 31 Oct 2025 -- On the morning of October 31 local time, Session I of the 32nd APEC Economic Leaders' Meeting was held at the Gyeongju Hwabaek International Convention Center in the Republic of Korea. President Xi Jinping attended the meeting and delivered important remarks entitled "Building an Inclusive Open Asia Pacific Economy for All."
• Putting the Asia Pacific at the Forefront of the Joint Endeavor for World Development and Prosperity PRC MofA 31 Oct 2025 -- Written Address by H.E. Xi Jinping, President of the People's Republic of China At the APEC CEO Summit
• Building an Inclusive Open Asia-Pacific Economy for All PRC MofA 31 Oct 2025 -- Remarks by H.E. Xi Jinping, President of the People's Republic of China At Session I of the 32nd APEC Economic Leaders' Meeting
• President Xi Jinping Meets with Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul of Thailand PRC MofA 31 Oct 2025 -- On the afternoon of October 31, 2025 local time, President Xi Jinping met with Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul of Thailand on the sidelines of the APEC Economic Leaders' Meeting in Gyeongju, the Republic of Korea.
• President Xi Jinping Meets with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney PRC MofA 31 Oct 2025 -- On the afternoon of October 31, 2025 local time, President Xi Jinping met with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney on the sidelines of the APEC Economic Leaders' Meeting in Gyeongju, the Republic of Korea.
• Xi says ready to work with Canada to bring ties back to right track People's Daily 31 Oct 2025 -- Chinese President Xi Jinping said Friday that China is ready to work with Canada to bring China-Canada relations back to the right track of healthy, stable and sustainable development at an early date for the better benefits of the two peoples.
• FM responds to whether China's suspension of rare earths export controls apply to all countries Global Times 31 Oct 2025 -- In response to a question on whether China's newly announced one-year suspension of the rare earths export control measures, published on October 9, applies to all countries, or only to the US, Guo Jiakun, a spokesperson for the Foreign Ministry, said at a regular press conference on Friday that "For specific questions, I suggest you consult the relevant competent Chinese authorities."
• Incoming KMT chair doubles down on 'Putin was elected' remarks CNA 31 Oct 2025 -- Opposition Kuomintang (KMT) chair-elect Cheng Li-wun (鄭麗文) said on Friday that she hopes Taiwan can "make as many friends as possible," when asked to elaborate on her recent remarks that "Vladimir Putin is not a dictator" because he was elected, during an interview with Deutsche Welle (DW).
• No news about Taiwan in Trump-Xi meeting generally good news: Experts CNA 31 Oct 2025 -- The absence of any discussion about Taiwan during a meeting Thursday between U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping (習近平) drew different interpretations, but analysts generally saw it as good news for Taiwan.
• PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan ROC MND 31 Oct 2025
• Press Statement on Talks of Foreign Ministers of DPRK and Belarus KCNA 31 Oct 2025 -- A press statement on the talks between the foreign ministers of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea and the Republic of Belarus was released on October 29.
• Iran, Russia vow to deepen cooperation, highlight shared stance against Western policies IRNA 31 Oct 2025 -- Lawmakers from Iran and Russia reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral ties and expanding coordination in the face of Western sanctions and policies, during a parliamentary meeting in Moscow on Friday.
• Russia vows to continue close cooperation with Iran in Middle East IRNA 31 Oct 2025 -- Russia's Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova has announced Moscow's readiness to continue close and constructive cooperation with the Islamic Republic in the Middle East.
• Egyptian foreign minister holds phone calls with Araghchi, Grossi IRNA 31 Oct 2025 -- Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty held separate phone discussions with Iranian counterpart Abbas Araghchi and IAEA chief Rafael Grossi to advance peaceful solutions for Iran's nuclear program.
• Any talks based on predetermined outcome 'meaningless': Iran negotiator Press TV 31 Oct 2025 -- Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Majid Takht-Ravanchi says any negotiation process must lead to "balanced" outcomes, emphasizing that talks based on predetermined results will be "meaningless".
• Iran: UN expert warns of escalating repression and record executions after June attacks OHCHR 31 Oct 2025 -- The Special Rapporteur on the situation of human rights in the Islamic Republic of Iran, Mai Sato, today expressed deep concern that the end of the June hostilities had brought no relief to the people of Iran, who continue to face systematic repression.
• Iran: Human rights investigators alarmed by 'surge in repression' and spike in executions following Israeli airstrikes UN News 31 Oct 2025 -- The Independent UN Fact-Finding Mission investigating alleged rights abuses in Iran says there has been a "surge in repression and extraordinary spike in executions" there since Israeli hit the country with airstrikes in June.
• Prime Minister Carney meets with President of the People's Republic of China Xi Jinping Prime Minister of Canada 31 Oct 2025
• President Xi Jinping Meets with Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae PRC MofA 31 Oct 2025 -- On the afternoon of October 31, 2025 local time, President Xi Jinping had a meeting with Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae upon request on the sidelines of the APEC Economic Leaders' Meeting in Gyeongju, the Republic of Korea.
• Japan-China Summit Meeting Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan 31 Oct 2025
• Transcript of the Weekly Media Briefing by the Spokesperson on Friday, 31st October 2025 Pakistan Ministry of Foreign Affairs 31 Oct 2025
• Press conference - Gyeongju, Republic of Korea Prime Minister of Australia 31 Oct 2025
• Comment by Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova on the adoption of the UN General Assembly resolution "Necessity of ending the economic, commercial and financial embargo imposed by the United States of America against Cuba" Russia Ministry of Foreign Affairs 31 Oct 2025
• Guatemala: Statement by the Spokesperson on legal actions undermining democracy and the rule of law European External Action Service (EEAS) 31 Oct 2025 -- The European Union (EU) welcomes the resolution of the Constitutional Court of 29 October reverting the ruling on the annulment of political party Movimiento Semilla, whilst confirming the validity and legality of the 2023 election results. Nevertheless, the EU sees with concern the continued attempts to undermine the democratic order and the rule of law in Guatemala, including through legal actions taken by the General Prosecutor's Office (Ministerio Público) and other members of the judiciary against several government officials.
• Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna: Türkiye is a strong partner with whom we share a common understanding of security and international order Estonia MFA 31 Oct 2025 -- Today, 31 October, Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna was on an official visit to Ankara, where he met with Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan and Fuat Oktay, Chair of the Foreign Affairs Committee of the Turkish Grand National Assembly.
• Bangladesh's CID declares ex-PM Hasina as fugitive People's Daily 31 Oct 2025 -- The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) of the Bangladesh Police published a notice in newspapers on Friday, declaring former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and 260 others as fugitives in a sedition case.
• After A Year Of Protests, Serbian Nationalists Seek To Hijack Student Movement RFE/RL 31 Oct 2025 -- As Serbian students mark the first anniversary of a fatal building collapse at a railway station that sparked massive nationwide protests, there are signs that far-right nationalist groups have sought to infiltrate and even hijack the movement.