Global governance stories

Sep 1, 2026

US and G20 members agree to light-touch AI regulation framework

Representatives from the world's largest economies unanimously adopted US-proposed guidelines calling for lighter regulation of artificial intelligence and emerging technologies at the G20 Innovation Ministerial.

Sep 1, 20264 sources

Jun 3, 2026

Germany Loses UN Security Council Seat for First Time Since 1973 as Austria and Portugal Win Election

In a historic defeat, Germany failed to secure a temporary seat on the UN Security Council after losing to Austria and Portugal in a contested election. The UN General Assembly elected Austria, Kyrgyzstan, Portugal, Trinidad and Tobago, and Zimbabwe to two-year terms beginning January 1, 2027.

Jun 3, 20265 sources