Ukraine presidential office chief Budanov said on Nov 6 he will lead Kyiv’s delegation to trilateral talks with the US and Russia in Abu Dhabi on Nov 10-11. He said he does not expect a breakthrough but called the resumption of face-to-face talks after several months a positive signal for the negotiation process and stressed restoring direct contact is important.

The International Maritime Organization’s 138th Council closed in London on Nov. 6, reiterating that major international straits and shipping routes must remain open and secure and that all seafarers should be protected regardless of nationality. IMO Secretary-General Dominguez condemned recent attacks on merchant ships and crew in the Red Sea and Bab al-Mandeb, called for an immediate end to the attacks, and said a Marshall Islands‑flagged tanker was struck on Nov. 5, killing one Filipino crew member. The IMO said it will continue liaising with stakeholders and other international organizations, monitor the situation and study further measures to prevent additional fatalities and mitigate humanitarian impact. The council also decided to recommend the Assembly approve Dominguez’s reappointment as secretary‑general for a four‑year term.

Bank of Japan Governor UEDA said he believes Japan is currently in such an equilibrium, but it is uncertain whether it can be sustained over the long term.