We haven't done a digest in a while. There's been an incredible amount of events in that time, so we've gathered the latest news in one place.
🇷🇺 Russia Comments on the Energy Market Situation
The energy market is experiencing significant turmoil amid the conflict over Iran, making it difficult to predict its future dynamics. Officials estimate that the current instability is creating uncertainty for all market participants and complicating assessments of its development prospects.
🇳🇵Nepal: Opposition Party Wins Landslide Election Victory and Forms New Government
In Nepal, the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) won a landslide victory in the general elections, securing 182 of the 275 parliamentary seats—their largest margin in decades. The party's candidate, Balendra Shah, has been nominated for prime minister and is mandated to stabilize the political system following a series of protests and government changes. The elections took place against the backdrop of anti-corruption protests planned for 2025, and experts expect the new government to be able to ensure more stable governance.
🇨🇳US-China Leaders' Meeting Postponed Amid Trade and Geopolitical Disagreements
The planned meeting between Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping was postponed due to ongoing tensions in trade and economic relations between the countries and the complex international situation. The main factors were protracted negotiations over the terms of engagement, as well as the impact of foreign policy crises, including the situation in the Middle East. However, the talks were not cancelled definitively; the parties continued preparations for dialogue, which subsequently took place after further coordination of positions.
🇮🇷 Iran Announces Supreme Leader's Stable Condition
Iranian authorities reported that Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei is in satisfactory condition, and that his previous injuries were minor. The Foreign Ministry emphasized the stability of the country's political system and its independence from individual individuals. They also denied reports that he was undergoing treatment abroad; it is possible that he will make a public address in the near future.
🇰🇿 Kazakhstan approved a new Constitution: the country's political system will be reformed
On March 15, 2026, a nationwide referendum concluded in Kazakhstan, resulting in citizens supporting a new Constitution that significantly changes the current political system. The document provides for the updating of most provisions of the Basic Law, parliamentary reform, the introduction of the post of vice president, and the strengthening of executive power. When the Constitution comes into force on July 1, the current parliament will be dissolved, after which snap elections are scheduled within a month.