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Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum on Monday called on US authorities to respect due process and human dignity following immigration raids and mass protests in Los Angeles, according to Reuters.

Speaking alongside Foreign Affairs Secretary Juan Ramon de la Fuente, she underlined Mexico's commitment to defendingthe rights of its citizens abroad, regardless of immigration status. Sheinbaum urged the Mexican community in the United States to maintain calm and avoid provocations.

The government is offering legal and consular help to ensure fair treatment. Authorities stated that 42 Mexican nationals were arrested during the protests, which gathered over 1,000 people downtown, Reuters reported.

China has proposed creating a “green channel” to fast-track rare earth exports to the European Union, aiming to address concerns over new export licensing rules introduced in April. The proposal was made following a meeting between Chinese Commerce Minister Wang Wentao and EU Trade Commissioner Maros Sefcovic, according to Firstpost.

China, the global leader in rare earth mining and refinement, has stated that it is willing to accelerate approvals for appropriate EU applications and maintain timely communication. The ministry emphasized the move aligns with international practices.

Beijing also asked the EU to take equivalent measures to promote high-tech trade. The talks also addressed EU tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles, with negotiations in the final stage ahead of a summit next month, Firstpost reported.

Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman on Friday reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening Pakistan-Saudi strategic ties during a meeting in Makkah.

The leaders agreed to enhance cooperation in political, economic, and security areas, guided by a shared vision and strong bilateral ties. They also discussed the situation in Gaza and regional stability, according to The Hindu.

Alongside high-ranking officials, Sharif congratulated Saudi Arabia on its Hajj preparations and wished everyone a happy Eid. The Crown Prince accepted his invitation to make the trip to Pakistan.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will attend the G7 Summit in Kananaskis, Canada, later this month at the invitation of Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney.

This marks the first meeting between the two leaders and comes amid efforts to ease tensions following the 2023 killing of Khalistani separatist Hardeep Singh Nijjar, which had strained India-Canada relations, according to Firstpost.

Carney defended the invitation, stressing India's global economic importance, and stated that legal procedures in Canada will continue uninterrupted.