Australia celebrates Vietnamese community contributions. Speaker acknowledges veterans' courage, women's leadership, and the AVWA's role in intergenerational care and cultural preservation. The event highlights how diversity strengthens Australia, a nation built by migrants.

Bankstown Plaza opens, enhancing community space ahead of Southwest Metro arrival. The plaza connects to Metro, buses, trains, and new parking. John Graham hailed it as a taste of what's to come. 1,942 workers built the plaza.

NSW rolls out new guidelines for rideshare/taxi safety, focusing on driver conduct and incident management. Minister John Graham emphasizes provider responsibility. Passengers can report unsafe behavior to providers or the Point-to-Point Transport Commissioner at 131 727.

Lula at CELAC Summit in Bogotá on March 21 defended a distinct Latin American and Caribbean identity. He urged regional integration, stating, "América Latina e o Caribe não cabem no quintal de ninguém." He also stressed fighting organized crime and defending democracy.

Canada launches its first National Water Security Strategy. Environment Minister Julie Dabrusin announced the initiative on World Water Day, March 22. The Canada Water Agency will lead collaboration with provinces, territories, Indigenous Peoples, and partners.

Minister Mandy Gull-Masty highlights Indigenous women's leadership in water stewardship for World Water Day. Canada lifted 151 long-term advisories. $2.3 billion invested over three years for water/wastewater programs. Legislation planned for spring 2026.

Canada launches its first National Water Security Strategy on World Water Day. The Canada Water Agency will lead the effort, collaborating with partners. This follows a $650 million Freshwater Action Plan investment.

Premier Li Qiang urged confidence, fair competition, and seizing opportunities amid global uncertainty. He emphasized China's commitment to opening up and fostering a stable business environment.

China's 15th Five-Year Plan will offer broader market opportunities for multinational corporations, according to Vice Premier He Lifeng. The plan aims to foster a more open economic environment.

Xi Jinping sent a congratulatory message to the 10th CELAC summit. He emphasized China-Latin America cooperation, calling for a community of shared future.

PM Modi chaired CCS meeting on West Asia conflict. Discussed short, medium, long-term measures for essential goods. Explored alternate fertilizer sources for farmers and diversified import/export destinations. PM directed a whole-of-government approach to minimize citizen inconvenience.

Bharat Electricity Summit 2026 concludes with 35,000+ attendees, 200+ companies, and 300+ speakers. Minister Manohar Lal highlighted India's 500 GW non-fossil fuel goal by 2030 and startup innovation. Discussions focused on global cooperation and DISCOM reforms.

Union Minister C.R. Patil released Jal Jeevan Mission 2.0 guidelines digitally on World Water Day. The mission extends to December 2028, focusing on sustainability and community participation.

India's Election Commission mandates Assured Minimum Facilities at 2,18,807 polling stations for 2026 general and bye-elections. Includes water, shade, toilets, ramps, and voter assistance booths. Mobile phone deposit offered.

India's Ministry of Mines launches 7th auction of critical minerals on March 23, 2026. 19 blocks offered. 46 blocks auctioned previously. Reforms aim for transparency and efficiency.

Ireland's Minister McEntee calls for de-escalation in the Middle East. She warns of a dangerous cycle of violence involving Israel, US, and Iran. McEntee stresses international law applies to all, civilian deaths are unacceptable, and targeting nuclear sites is a grave risk. Threats to shipping and developments in Lebanon are deeply worrying.

NZ Govt backs 2,500+ new EV chargers with $52.7M zero-interest loans. Transport Minister Chris Bishop says this breaks the deadlock on infrastructure. Total investment exceeds $110M. New chargers will boost NZ's total to ~4,550.

President Tinubu vows to tackle insecurity, citing talks with French President Macron for equipment. He met with UK PM Keir Starmer and King Charles III. Tinubu also addressed the impact of the Middle East crisis on inflation.

President Tinubu congratulates Damilola Ogunbiyi, the first Nigerian to win a TIME Earth Award. Ogunbiyi, CEO of Sustainable Energy for All, secured $1.6 trillion in energy finance for 100+ countries. Tinubu praised her global leadership in clean energy.

President Tinubu celebrates Bashorun Arogbofa, former Afenifere Secretary-General, at 87. Tinubu praises his leadership, service, and commitment to progressive causes. Arogbofa, an educationist and author, turns 87 on March 23, 2026.

Mikhail Shvydkoy, Russian President's Special Envoy, attended the funeral of Catholicos Patriarch Ilia II in Georgia on March 22, 2026. He conveyed condolences from the Russian leader to the Georgian clergy and people.

Hyun Song Shin steps down from BIS duties effective immediately following his nomination as Governor of the Bank of Korea. Frank Smets is Acting Head. Shin retires from BIS end of August 2026.

UAE offers condolences to Qatar and Türkiye after 7 people died in a helicopter crash in Qatari waters. The ministry conveyed sympathy to the families of the martyrs from the Qatari Armed Forces and joint Qatari-Turkish forces.

UAE offers condolences to Qatar and Türkiye after 7 people died in a helicopter crash. The incident occurred in Qatari waters due to a technical malfunction. The UAE expressed solidarity with both nations.

PM Pham Minh Chinh visits Russia for four days. Aims to boost ties, sign deals on nuclear power, oil/gas. 3,500 Vietnamese sought scholarships in Russia in 2025. 690,000 Russian tourists visited Vietnam last year.