Libre News of The World. Tuesday the 29th of September 2026

Subscribe today so you never miss an episode! Today on Libre News of The World... Canada is advancing a major infrastructure and resource reform agenda as governments respond to changing trade conditions, while tensions between the United States and Iran remain central to global diplomacy at the United Nations General Assembly.

Across the Americas, the Panama Canal is facing renewed pressure from climate-related water shortages affecting global shipping, while Jamaica moves from hurricane recovery towards long-term resilience planning. Brazil has brought debates over sovereignty and foreign interference to the UN stage, Colombia is focusing on regional security cooperation, Peru has joined a US-backed framework against organised crime, and Bolivia has approved an IMF-supported programme to address economic pressures.

Technology, climate and strategic partnerships dominate developments across the Asia-Pacific. China and the United States are continuing AI safety discussions despite wider rivalry, Australia is placing Pacific climate priorities at the centre of COP31 preparations, New Zealand is expanding its regional leadership role, Japan, South Korea and the United States are strengthening economic-security cooperation, and Vietnam is seeking a larger role in global semiconductor supply chains.

Across the Middle East, Saudi Arabia faces renewed concerns over energy routes and regional security, Egypt remains central to Gaza diplomacy, and Iran’s nuclear programme returns to international focus over safeguards and monitoring issues. Israel has taken its Gaza conflict message to the UN, while France, Italy and Spain continue linking diplomacy, energy policy and security priorities.

Europe is also reshaping its strategic outlook. France is using international leadership roles to promote multilateral diplomacy, Portugal is reinforcing Atlantic security commitments, Germany is expanding defence planning, Norway and Iceland are strengthening Arctic and North Atlantic cooperation, and Ireland’s EU presidency is focusing on energy resilience.

Elsewhere, Scotland’s offshore wind industry is moving into a new industrial phase, Uzbekistan is expanding partnerships in energy, minerals and connectivity, Russia faces economic pressure as energy infrastructure becomes part of the war, and European defence funding continues supporting Ukraine’s wartime resilience.

India’s changing oil import patterns highlight the wider challenge facing major economies: balancing energy security, economic growth and international relationships in an increasingly complex global environment. Pasted text

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Sources

001 — Canada

Headline:
Canada launches sweeping “Build Canada Strong” legislation to accelerate major projects and reshape economic strategy amid trade pressure

Sources:

https://www.canada.ca/en/one-canadian-economy/news/2026/09/government-of-canada-introduces-legislation-to-transform-how-canada-builds.html

https://globalnews.ca/news/12067612/building-canada-strong-act/

https://www.ipolitics.ca/2026/09/21/canada-strong-act-environment-climate-approval-mining/

https://www.reuters.com/business/canada-aims-slash-time-needed-review-major-projects-2026-09-21/

002 — United States

Headline:
U.S.–Iran confrontation places Washington’s Middle East strategy at the centre of UN diplomacy

Sources:

https://www.whitehouse.gov/releases/2026/09/president-trump-delivers-powerful-america-first-message-to-the-united-nations/?query-11-page=4&utm_source=chatgpt.com

https://www.whitehouse.gov/releases/2026/09/president-trump-delivers-powerful-america-first-message-to-the-united-nations/

https://www.whitehouse.gov/releases/2026/09/president-trump-at-the-united-nations-while-others-have-talked-i-have-acted/?query-11-page=2&trk=article-ssr-frontend-pulse_little-text-block&utm_source=chatgpt.com

https://www.reuters.com/world/americas/trump-set-whirlwind-un-meetings-with-wars-iran-ukraine-agenda-2026-09-22/?utm_source=chatgpt.com

https://www.reuters.com/world/us/trump-un-threats-diplomacy-super-intelligence-2026-09-22/?utm_source=chatgpt.com

https://apnews.com/article/692e1e171a791be0c9b9c1f56718a0d0

https://apnews.com/article/f1ef966c0f89e8dd13806768e3af4a0f

003 — Panama

Headline:
Panama Canal faces renewed climate pressure as water shortages force tighter controls on a global trade route

Sources:

https://pancanal.com/en/panama-canal-adopts-additional-measures-to-address-reduced-precipitation-in-the-canal-watershed/

https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/sep/15/panama-canal-traffic-cut-trade-drought-el-nino

https://www.ft.com/content/3ff1b017-00b9-47b2-83d1-67a1ef906915

https://apnews.com/article/2246f40d914b1b003491d76c52e4d130

https://www.reuters.com/business/energy/panama-canal-sees-556-billion-revenue-fy2027-budget-proposal-2026-09-02/

004 — Jamaica

Headline:
Jamaica moves from disaster relief to reconstruction as Hurricane Melissa recovery becomes a national resilience project

Sources:

https://opm.gov.jm/jamaica-secures-us5-million-grant-to-strengthen-reconstruction-capacity/

https://web5.jamaica-gleaner.com/article/news/20260914/ja-recovers-70-tourism-room-stock-hit-melissa-over-11000-more-expected-back

https://www.worldbank.org/en/news/press-release/2026/05/18/world-bank-prices-catastrophe-bond-for-disaster-protection-for-jamaica

005 — Brazil

Headline:
Brazil takes election sovereignty debate to the UN as Lula warns against foreign interference and defends democratic autonomy

Sources:

https://www.gov.br/planalto/en/agenda-of-the-president/speeches/speech-by-president-luiz-inacio-lula-da-silva-at-the-81st-united-nations-general-debate

https://www.reuters.com/world/americas/brazil-needs-cooperation-not-intervention-fight-crime-lula-says-2026-09-22/

https://apnews.com/article/767e63e2ffd5a2898c84f290de816ff7

006 — Colombia

Headline:
Colombia places regional security cooperation and transnational crime at the centre of its international agenda

Sources:

https://cancilleria.gov.co/sala-de-prensa/noticias/colombia-propone-fortalecer-la-seguridad-regional-y-la-competitividad-economica-en-reunion-de-cancilleres-de-la-celac

https://www.reuters.com/world/americas/rubio-says-us-wants-wrap-trade-deals-with-colombia-peru-ecuador-soon-2026-09-08/

https://www.reuters.com/world/americas/trump-vows-unmatched-military-might-he-rallies-regional-anti-cartel-allies-2026-09-22/

https://www.cancilleria.gov.co/sala-de-prensa/noticias/durante-la-semana-de-alto-nivel-de-las-naciones-unidas-colombia-presentara-ante-la-comunidad-internacional-los-nuevos-lineamientos-de-su-politica-exterior

007 — Peru

Headline:
Peru expands security cooperation with Washington as organised crime becomes a central regional policy issue

Sources:

https://www.gob.pe/institucion/presidencia/noticias/1442250-presidenta-keiko-fujimori-anuncia-incorporacion-del-peru-al-escudo-de-las-americas-para-fortalecer-lucha-contra-la-criminalidad

https://www.reuters.com/world/americas/peru-join-us-anti-drug-coalition-after-rubio-visit-2026-09-10/

https://www.gob.pe/institucion/rree/noticias/1441261-canciller-espa-presenta-plan-de-trabajo-ante-el-senado-y-subraya-que-la-diplomacia-debe-responder-a-las-urgencias-de-la-ciudadania

008 — Bolivia

Headline:
Bolivia turns to IMF-backed stabilisation plan as government confronts foreign-currency shortages and fiscal pressure

Sources:

https://economiayfinanzas.gob.bo/node/22995

https://www.reuters.com/world/americas/bolivia-approves-19-billion-imf-deal-hopes-accessing-external-financing-2026-09-18/

https://apnews.com/article/d5ac4a2558132559e1d544807b89d528

https://www.investing.com/news/economy-news/bolivia-approves-19-billion-imf-deal-in-hopes-of-accessing-external-financing-4907817

 

009 — China

Headline:
China and the United States open new AI and trade dialogue as Beijing and Washington seek to stabilise a competitive relationship

Sources:

https://en.chinadiplomacy.org.cn/2026-09/27/content_118714516.shtml

https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/us-china-meet-again-ai-safety-two-months-shenzhen-bessent-says-2026-09-21/

https://apnews.com/article/e560910c897fedb0448eda4cdbfdbaea

https://apnews.com/article/8488ef4c2944d348193f441199179ae6

https://chinaus-icas.org/icas_bulletin/icas-bulletin-septmeber-25-2026/

010 — Australia

Headline:
Australia’s COP31 role puts Pacific climate priorities at the centre of its international diplomacy

Sources:

https://www.dfat.gov.au/international-relations/themes/climate-change/cop31

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-09-02/global-warming-breach-likely-as-albanese-defends-pre-cop-meeting/107108178

https://unfccc.int/cop31

011 — New Zealand

Headline:
New Zealand expands Pacific leadership role as Wellington prepares to host regional forum and deepen security cooperation

Sources:

https://www.beehive.govt.nz/release/new-zealand-begins-pacific-leadership-role

https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/new-zealand-must-avoid-crisis-missteps-foreign-minister-winston-peters-says-2026-09-22/

https://www.mfat.govt.nz/en/media-and-resources/joint-statement-of-the-foreign-ministers-and-high-level-representatives-of-australia-france-germany-japan-new-zealand-poland-republic-of-korea-united-kingdom

https://www.beehive.govt.nz/portfolio/nationalactnew-zealand-first-coalition-government-2023-2026/foreign-affairs

012 — Japan

Headline:
Japan advances trilateral cooperation with the United States and South Korea on economic security and regional stability

Sources:

https://www.mofa.go.jp/fp/unp/pageite_000001_01816.html

https://www.reuters.com/world/china/rubio-meets-japanese-korean-allies-ahead-trump-china-summit-2026-09-21/

013 — South Korea

Headline:
South Korea strengthens trilateral cooperation with the United States and Japan on economic security and regional stability

Sources:

https://www.mofa.go.kr/eng/brd/m_5676/view.do?seq=322739

https://www.reuters.com/world/china/rubio-meets-japanese-korean-allies-ahead-trump-china-summit-2026-09-21/

014 — Vietnam

Headline:
Vietnam expands semiconductor ambitions as global companies deepen investment in the country’s chip supply chain

Sources:

https://english.mst.gov.vn/resolution-57-policies-paving-the-way-for-semiconductor-industry-197260211161112252.htm

https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/samsung-plans-15-billion-chip-testing-plant-vietnam-document-shows-2026-05-27/

https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-04-09/samsung-to-invest-4-billion-in-chip-packaging-site-in-vietnam

015 — Madagascar

Headline:
Madagascar faces deepening food-security challenge as climate pressures threaten recovery in the south

Sources:

https://www.fao.org/giews/countrybrief/country.jsp?code=MDG

https://www.acaps.org/en/countries/madagascar

https://www.wto.org/english/news_e/news26_e/safe_mdg_03sep26_478_e.htm

016 — Türkiye

Headline:
Türkiye uses UN platform to renew call for reform of global institutions

Sources:

https://turkiye.un.org/en/323157-president-erdo%C4%9Fan-addresses-un-general-assembly-and-meets-secretary-general-guterres

https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/turkeys-erdogan-urges-un-reform-wider-recognition-palestinian-state-2026-09-22/

https://www.aa.com.tr/en/world/turkish-president-erdogan-meets-un-chief-in-new-york/4065122

017 — Saudi Arabia

Headline:
Saudi Arabia confronts renewed regional security pressure as attacks threaten energy infrastructure and maritime routes

Sources:

https://www.spa.gov.sa/en/N2686956

https://www.reuters.com/business/energy/saudi-arabia-ramps-up-gulf-oil-exports-after-pipeline-attack-shipping-data-shows-2026-09-21/

https://apnews.com/article/f1ef966c0f89e8dd13806768e3af4a0f

https://saudigazette.com.sa/article/664624/saudi-arabia/un-warns-maritime-disruption-threatens-global-peace-and-energy-markets

018 — Egypt

Headline:
Egypt remains a central Gaza mediator as Cairo pushes ceasefire implementation and humanitarian access

Sources:

https://sis.gov.eg/en/media-center/news/fm-affirms-necessity-of-continuing-efforts-aimed-to-stabilize-gaza/

https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/trumps-envoys-middle-east-push-gaza-peace-plan-2026-08-16/

https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/gaza-ceasefire-talks-see-rare-progress-sources-say-2026-07-30/

 

019 — Iran

Headline:
Iran nuclear dispute returns to international diplomacy as UN Security Council discussions intensify over safeguards concerns

Sources:

https://www.iaea.org/newscenter/pressreleases/iaea-board-of-governors-adopts-resolution-on-iran

https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/iaea-reports-progress-syria-investigation-none-iran-2026-09-01/

https://www.reuters.com/world/china/russia-china-end-mandate-independent-monitoring-un-sanctions-iran-2026-09-17/

020 — Israel

Headline:
Israel takes Gaza conflict message to UN as Netanyahu defends government position during international scrutiny

Sources:

https://www.gov.il/he/pages/event-un240926

https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/netanyahu-says-will-tell-truth-on-israels-actions-at-united-nations-2026-09-22/

https://apnews.com/article/f1ef966c0f89e8dd13806768e3af4a0f

021 — France

Headline:
France uses UN and G7 leadership roles to push multilateral diplomacy on Ukraine, the Middle East and global governance

Sources:

https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/presse-et-ressources/decouvrir-et-informer/actualites/conference-de-presse-du-17-septembre-2026

https://www.reuters.com/world/france-mulls-new-un-security-council-resolution-hormuz-diplomats-say-2026-09-22/

https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/en/presse-et-ressources/decouvrir-et-informer/actualites/reunion-informelle-des-ministres-des-affaires-etrangeres-des-pays-membres-du-g7-en-marge-de-l

https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/presse-et-ressources/decouvrir-et-informer/actualites/agnu-micro-tendu-de-jean-noel-barrot-ministre-de-l-europe-et-des-affaires-etrangeres

https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/en/priorites-et-actions/grands-dossiers/la-presidence-francaise-du-g7-2026

022 — Italy

Headline:
Italy puts Red Sea security and maritime routes at the centre of its international agenda as threats disrupt a key trade corridor

Sources:

https://italyun.esteri.it/en/news/dalla_rappresentanza/2026/09/italys-statement-at-the-arria-formula-meeting-safe-seas-shared-security-protecting-freedom-of-navigation-in-an-evolving-security-environment/

https://www.reuters.com/world/eu/eus-kallas-says-red-sea-mission-needs-more-than-10-warships-2026-09-21/

https://www.esteri.it/en/sala_stampa/archivionotizie/comunicati/2026/09/tajani-allonu-a-new-york-incontro-con-segretario-di-stato-rubio-e-firma-accordo-su-minerali-critici-riunioni-balcani-occidentali-cae-e-g7-tag-ministro-america-settentrionale/

https://www.esteri.it/en/sala_stampa/archivionotizie/interviste/2026/09/noi-non-siamo-in-guerra-ma-il-mar-rosso-e-strategico-corriere-della-sera/

https://www.esteri.it/en/sala_stampa/archivionotizie/comunicati/2026/09/dichiarazione-del-g7-su-bab-al-mandab-e-sui-diritti-e-le-liberta-di-navigazione/

 

Spain

Headline:
Spain strengthens climate diplomacy and multilateral agenda as Madrid pushes clean-energy transition at the UN

Sources:

https://www.miteco.gob.es/eu/prensa/ultimas-noticias/2026/septiembre/espana-se-adhiere-a-la-coalition-for-high-ambition-multilevel-pa.html

https://www.reuters.com/sustainability/can-un-remain-relevant-2026-09-22/

https://www.lamoncloa.gob.es/lang/en/presidente/intervenciones/paginas/2026/20290923-permanent-mission-of-spain-un-appearance.aspx

28 Sept

Portugal

Headline:
Portugal reinforces Atlantic security role as Lisbon increases contribution to NATO maritime defence

Sources:

https://portugal.gov.pt/en/gc25/communication/news/nato-summit-prime-minister-highlights-portugals-atlantic-priorities-and-commitment-to-collective-security

https://www.emgfa.gov.pt/pt/comunicacao/noticias/Paginas/emgfa_NRP-D-Francisco-Almeida_Opera%C3%A7%C3%A3o_Brilliant_Shield_NATO_Mar-Baltico_largada.aspx

https://www.nato.int/en/news-and-events/articles/news/2026/04/17/nato-allies-and-industry-representatives-meeting-on-energy-and-critical-undersea-infrastructure-security

28 Sept

United Kingdom

Integrity Check Sources:

Headline context:
UK artificial intelligence governance activity

Sources:

https://www.gov.uk/government/speeches/foreign-secretary-address-to-the-unsc-on-artificial-intelligence--2

https://www.ft.com/content/697c5196-3aa4-4c59-bad9-a455bcc1858f

https://www.un.org/en/ai-advisory-body

28 Sept

Scotland

Integrity Check Sources:

Headline context:
Offshore wind development, investment and supply-chain activity

Sources:

https://www.crownestatescotland.com/news/scotwind-developers-set-out-latest-multi-billion-pound-supply-chain-commitments

https://www.gov.scot/news/offshore-wind-farms-approved/

https://www.offshorewindscotland.org.uk/news/2026/july/15/scotwind-developers-set-out-latest-multi-billion-pound-supply-chain-commitments/

28 Sept

Ireland

Integrity Check Sources:

Headline context:
Ireland’s EU Presidency / energy crisis diplomacy

Sources:

https://irish-presidency.consilium.europa.eu/en/

https://www.rte.ie/news/politics/2026/0709/1582457-simon-harris-eu/

https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/18/irish-finance-minister-says-hormuz-closure-not-ukraine-causing-energy-crisis

28 Sept

Greenland

Integrity Check Sources:

Headline context:
Arctic security discussions and defence developments

Sources:

https://stm.dk/en/press/press-releases/expected-agreement-on-strengthened-security-in-the-arctic-and-the-north-atlantic-area/

https://www.reuters.com/world/europe/us-open-two-new-military-bases-greenland-sources-say-2026-09-21/

https://apnews.com/article/ad5af83158e45a0625a8efc4e67fdb42

28 Sept

Germany

Integrity Check Sources:

Headline context:
Defence and security spending

Sources:

https://www.bundesfinanzministerium.de/Content/EN/Pressemitteilungen/2026/2026-07-06-government-draft-2027-federal-budget.html

https://www.reuters.com/world/europe/germany-cannot-defend-itself-without-new-debt-says-finance-minister-2026-09-08/

https://apnews.com/article/8a0054face48cc56f6cb6bcf9a8f4b51

Norway

Integrity Check Sources:

Headline context:
Arctic cooperation and security developments

Sources:

https://www.regjeringen.no/en/whats-new/dep/smk/press-releases/2026/norway-to-strengthen-cooperation-with-canada/joint-statement-canada-and-norway/id3173191/

https://www.fni.no/news/arctic-security-is-moving-to-sea

https://www.reuters.com/world/norway-seizes-russian-ship-over-naftogaz-award-company-says-2026-09-02/

28 Sept

Iceland

Integrity Check Sources:

Headline context:
North Atlantic security cooperation

Sources:

https://www.mfa.is/news/article/visit-of-commander-jfc-norfolk-iceland-s-key-role-in-north-atlantic-defence-cooperation/

https://www.nato.int/en/what-we-do/deterrence-and-defence/arctic-security

https://www.nato.int/en/news-and-events/articles/news/2026/06/03/nato-military-committee-visits-iceland

28 Sept

Uzbekistan

Integrity Check Sources:

Headline context:
Energy, minerals and connectivity cooperation

Sources:

https://www.president.uz/en/lists/view/9576

https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/south-korea-puts-critical-minerals-energy-forefront-inaugural-central-asia-2026-09-16/

https://www.interfax.com/newsroom/top-stories/119178/

28 Sept

Russia

Integrity Check Sources:

Headline context:
Economic and infrastructure developments

Sources:

https://www.reuters.com/business/russia-will-have-budget-deficit-not-exceeding-3-gdp-2026-finance-minister-says-2026-09-21/

https://www.reuters.com/business/energy/moscow-oil-refinery-output-halted-after-sunday-drone-attack-sources-say-2026-09-21/

https://apnews.com/article/9c3d38e7e97132884f915e157dbf9ef1

28 Sept

Ukraine

Integrity Check Sources:

Headline context:
EU defence-support disbursement

Sources:

https://www.eeas.europa.eu/delegations/ukraine/commission-disburses-eur33-billion-defence-funding-ukraine_en

https://www.kmu.gov.ua/en/news/serhii-koretskyi-ukraina-otrymala-cherhovyi-transh-33-mlrd-ievro-vid-ies-v-mezhakh-ukraine-support-loan

https://www.reuters.com/world/ukraine-receives-33-billion-under-eu-loan-pm-says-2026-09-18/

28 Sept

India

Integrity Check Sources:

Headline context:
Energy-security / crude import reporting

Sources:

https://ppac.gov.in/import-export

https://www.reuters.com/world/china/indias-russian-oil-imports-fell-august-seen-lower-september-data-shows-2026-09-22/

https://www.iea.org/countries/india