Here are top ten news articles across globe today.
- Reuters — Global Trade & Geoeconomics
Title: How China Plans to Dominate Global Trade Long After Trump
Description:
The report examines Beijing’s long-term strategy to counter U.S. tariffs by expanding free-trade agreements and reshaping global supply chains, highlighting growing economic rivalry between Washington and Beijing.
Link:
https://www.reuters.com/world/china/how-china-plans-dominate-global-trade-long-after-trump-2026-02-19/
- The Guardian — Energy Markets & Iran Crisis
Title: Oil Prices Rise Amid Fears of US Strikes on Iran — Business Live
Description:
Global oil markets surged as investors reacted to escalating tensions and possible U.S. military action against Iran, raising concerns about energy supply disruptions and geopolitical instability.
Link:
https://www.theguardian.com/business/live/2026/feb/19/british-gas-centrica-profit-gen-z-trades-ai-ftse-sterling-pound-stocks-business-live-news
- Reuters — European Defense & Security Policy
Title: Germany Seeks More F-35 Jets as European Fighter Programme Falters
Description:
Germany is considering expanding purchases of U.S.-made F-35 fighter jets amid delays in Europe’s joint fighter program, signaling shifting defense priorities within NATO and Europe’s security architecture.
Link:
https://www.reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/germany-seeking-more-f-35-jets-european-fighter-program-falters-sources-say-2026-02-19/
- Houston Chronicle — Space Exploration & Industrial Policy
Title: How Texas Is Using $150 Million in Funding to Fuel Its Space Push
Description:
Texas launches a major initiative supporting inland spaceports, orbital data centers, and university partnerships, reflecting intensifying competition in the global commercial space industry.
Link:
https://www.houstonchronicle.com/news/houston-texas/space/article/texas-space-commission-grants-21245863.php
- Indonesia Business Post — Gaza Diplomacy & Foreign Policy
Title: Peace Council Triggers Diplomatic Divides as Indonesia Maintains Palestine Position
Description:
Indonesia balances participation in the U.S.-backed Gaza Peace Council while reaffirming support for Palestinian statehood, illustrating divisions within global diplomacy over post-war Gaza governance.
Link:
https://indonesiabusinesspost.com/6109/geopolitics/peace-council-triggers-diplomatic-divides-as-indonesia-maintains-palestine-position
- The Australian — U.S.–Indonesia Trade Relations
Title: Indonesia, US Lock in Deals as Trade Agreement Nears
Description:
Washington and Jakarta finalize major economic agreements covering minerals, agriculture, and semiconductors, signaling deepening strategic economic cooperation amid global supply-chain competition.
Link:
https://www.theaustralian.com.au/world/indonesia-us-lock-in-deals-as-trade-agreement-nears/news-story/62923bea19e1b5a42ecd525f5d862231
- Asia News Network — Post-War Reconstruction & Diplomacy
Title: Vietnam Stands Ready to Participate in Gaza Reconstruction: Ambassador
Description:
Vietnam signals willingness to join international reconstruction efforts in Gaza, highlighting expanding Asian diplomatic engagement in Middle Eastern peacebuilding initiatives.
Link:
https://asianews.network/vietnam-stands-ready-to-participate-in-gaza-reconstruction-ambassador/
- SpaceDaily (AFP) — European Aerospace & Military Technology
Title: Airbus Says It Will Back Two New European Fighter Jets if Clients Request
Description:
Airbus indicates readiness to support next-generation fighter jet development, underscoring Europe’s effort to maintain strategic autonomy in defense aerospace technology.
Link:
https://www.spacedaily.com/reports/Airbus_says_will_back_two_new_European_fighter_jets_if_clients_request_999.html
- Korea Times — Global Order & Strategic Competition
Title: What International System Does Korea Want?
Description:
An analysis of shifting global power structures and how middle powers like South Korea are redefining their foreign policy amid fragmentation of the international order.
Link:
https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/opinion/20260219/what-international-system-does-korea-want
- Caspian Post / Times of Central Asia — Central Asian Diplomacy
Title: Mirziyoyev in Washington – New Deals Expected Amidst Peace Diplomacy
Description:
Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev’s Washington visit focuses on economic agreements and regional peace initiatives, reflecting Central Asia’s growing geopolitical importance.
Link:
https://caspianpost.com/uzbekistan/mirziyoyev-in-washington-new-deals-expected-amidst-peace-diplomacy