Warmer air from increasing carbon emissions is changing wind speeds and likely contributing to severe turbulence. This is just one of the climate change challenges facing airlines, as global air travel recovers from the pandemic.
China, Japan and South Korea will convene a long-delayed summit despite differences on global conflicts and the unlikelihood of fruitful trade talks. All three countries share a desire to stabilise the region, especially given potential uncertainties stemming from the coming US presidential election.
This month’s high-level diplomatic visits offer a glimpse into how world powers are repositioning themselves for the sake of national interests. No matter how intense geopolitical competition might get, great powers must not cross red lines into nuclear confrontation – tactical or otherwise.