Australia celebrates Assyrian New Year, marking 6776 on the Assyrian calendar. The event honors the resilience and cultural contributions of Assyrian Australians, acknowledging their ancient Mesopotamian heritage and their place in Australia's story.

Australia honors Greek Independence Day, marking 205 years since the revolt. Speaker praises Archbishop Makarios, Tony Burke, and young Greek Australians. “Freedom or death” motto remembered. Les Cook, 104, honored.

Vivid Sydney 2026 seeks business participation. EOI deadline: April 3. Program runs May 22-June 13. Last year, 400+ businesses joined. “Incredible opportunity” to boost visitor economy, says Minister Steve Kamper.

Minns government accelerates $35M rail maintenance program, six months ahead of schedule. Town Hall, Circular Quay, St James stations get track upgrades. “Work needs to progress efficiently,” says Transport Minister John Graham.

NSW Youth Justice Centres get $138M boost for safety. 70 new officers join Incident Response Teams. CCTV, body scanners installed. 85 beds added. Works at Cobham, Frank Baxter, Orana, Reiby, Acmena centres. Minister Jihad Dib highlights safer environments, contraband prevention, and better futures for youth.

President Lula and Minister Santana celebrate ProUni's 21 years and Quota Law's 14 years at an education access event in São Paulo on March 31st. New actions for higher education access will be announced.

Minister Dominic LeBlanc to update on progress removing internal trade barriers. March 30, 2026, in Ottawa. Media availability at 4:00 p.m. ET.

Minister Mandy Gull-Masty to announce First Nations Child and Family Services reform update. March 30, 2026, 2 p.m. ET at the National Press Theatre, Ottawa. Media Q&A available in person or via Zoom.

Minister Sidhu met Brazil's Foreign Minister Mauro Vieira in Cameroon, advancing Canada-Mercosur trade talks. They also discussed WTO priorities and deepening Canada-Brazil commercial ties.

China is boosting its smart economy to unlock growth. Focus is on digital transformation, AI, and big data. Goal: modernize industries and enhance competitiveness.

China's spring farming is accelerating with smart technologies. Digital tools, drones, and AI are boosting efficiency. This push aims to ensure a strong harvest and food security.

China boosts international flights for summer-autumn season. Airlines will operate 1,790 international flights weekly, a 17.5% increase from winter-spring. 46 countries now have direct routes.

China backs WTO interim e-commerce deal. Minister Wang Wentao stated the move is a positive step toward a permanent agreement. This supports global trade and digital economy growth.

550,000 Chinese sturgeon released into the wild. This conservation effort aims to bolster the endangered species' population.

Piyush Goyal met EU Trade Commissioner Maros Sefcovic at WTO MC-14 in Yaounde. They discussed WTO reforms, the India-EU FTA, and electronic transmission duties. Both agreed to expedite FTA signing.

Piyush Goyal met Canada's Maninder Sidhu at WTO MC-14. They aim to speed up CEPA talks. Cooperation will expand in shipbuilding, pharma, tourism, education. Goyal visits Canada May 2026. Both discussed WTO reforms.

India's Piyush Goyal met UK's Peter Kyle at WTO MC-14. Both nations completed parliamentary approval for the India-UK CETA, aiming for entry into force soon. Goyal stressed outreach to maximize CETA benefits.

At WTO MC14, India's Piyush Goyal stated overfishing stems from subsidized industrial fleets, not India's small fishers. He urged 25-year transition for developing nations, citing India's $15/family subsidy vs. others' thousands.

India hosted IMEX TTX 2026 in Kochi on March 27, 2026. Delegates from 12 nations met to discuss Indian Ocean maritime security. India assumes the IONS Chairmanship for 2026-2028.

Italy's PM Meloni condemns Israeli authorities for blocking Cardinal Pizzaballa and Father Ielpo from Palm Sunday Mass at the Holy Sepulchre. She calls the act an affront to believers and religious freedom.

Oriental fruit fly controls lifted in Papatoetoe. Biosecurity Minister Andrew Hoggard cited a swift response after three male flies found in early March. "No further evidence" found. 16 fruit fly responses handled in 30 years.

Tottenham Hotspur will play Auckland FC at Eden Park on July 26. This is the first top-flight English men's club match in NZ since 2014. The event is part of the $70 million Major Events package, boosting tourism and the economy.

Pāpāmoa East Interchange opens by Easter. Transport Minister Chris Bishop states the $98 million project improves access to Tauranga Eastern Link, supporting thousands of new homes. Construction began April 2022.

New Zealand boosts support from April 1. 960,000 superannuitants, 280,000 families via tax credits, and 52,000 students get more aid. Finance Minister Nicola Willis cites global fuel costs.

Islamic leaders held special prayers for President Tinubu at the National Mosque, Abuja, for his 74th birthday. Over 300 scholars recited the Qur'an 111 times seeking peace and progress for Nigeria.

President Tinubu donates his salaries to a new Armed Forces welfare fund. The initiative honors service members, the wounded, and families of fallen heroes. Details to follow.

President Tinubu, turning 74, thanks Nigerians for birthday wishes. He notes reforms are showing results, despite setbacks. He vows to build a brighter future with continued support.

Qatar attended the 165th Arab League Council meeting virtually on March 29, 2026. Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Sultan bin Saad Al Muraikhi led the delegation. Discussions focused on Iranian attacks targeting Arab states' sovereignty.

UAE condemns attack on President Nechirvan Barzani's residence in Iraq's Kurdistan Region. Ministry of Foreign Affairs expresses solidarity, rejecting violence undermining security.

UAE President received a message from Syrian President Ahmad Al-Sharaa. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed met Syrian FM Assad Hassan Al-Shaibani. They condemned Iranian missile attacks, affirmed Syria's solidarity with the UAE. Discussed ties, regional security.

UAE condemns Iran's unprovoked terrorist attack on Kuwait, injuring 10 soldiers. Ministry calls it a violation of sovereignty and a threat to GCC security. UAE expresses solidarity with Kuwait.

UAE condemns attack on President Nechirvan Barzani's residence in Kurdistan Region of Iraq. Ministry of Foreign Affairs expresses solidarity, rejects violence undermining security.

UAE President received a message from Syrian President Al-Sharaa. UAE Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed met Syrian FM Al-Shaibani. They condemned Iranian missile attacks and affirmed Syria's solidarity with the UAE.

UK, Germany, France, Italy express deep concern over Israel's death penalty bill. Ministers urge Knesset to abandon plans, citing the bill's discriminatory character and risk to democratic principles. They oppose the death penalty globally.