UNESCO has officially inscribed Italian cuisine on its Intangible Cultural Heritage list, marking the first time an entire national cuisine—not just a dish—earned global recognition.
The Philippines’ vibrant pavilion is drawing attention at the Osaka Kansai Expo, showcasing culture and innovation alongside other Southeast Asian nations.
Iraq’s Prime Minister confirmed the country can supply oil to global markets for over 120 years, while also discussing the reactivation of the Iraqi-Syrian export line to strengthen energy trade in the region.
Japan’s fishing industry is studying ways to raise awareness of southern bluefin tuna, including a proposal to rebrand the species under a new market name, “Antarctic tuna,” to help improve recognition and demand.
Canada is set to lift certain retaliatory tariffs on US goods while maintaining levies on automobiles, steel, and aluminum, as announced by Prime Minister Mark Carney.