Burundi's relations with its neighbours have often been affected by security concerns. Hundreds of thousands of Burundian refugees have at various times crossed to neighboring Rwanda,Tanzania,and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Hundreds of thousands of Burundians are in neighboring countries as a result of the ongoing civil war. Most of them,more than 340,000 since 1993,are in Tanzania. Some Burundian rebel groups have used neighboring countries as bases for insurgent activities. The 1993 embargo placed on Burundi by regional states hurt diplomatic relations with its neighbors;relations have improved since the 1999 suspension of these sanctions.
The foreign relations of Guinea,including those with its West African neighbors,have improved steadily since 1985.
Lesotho's geographic location makes it extremely vulnerable to political and economic developments in South Africa. Its capital is the small city of Maseru. It is a member of many regional economic organizations including the Southern African Development Community (SADC) and the Southern African Customs Union (SACU). Lesotho also is active in the United Nations,the Organisation of African Unity,now the African Union,the Non-Aligned Movement,and many other international organizations. In addition to the Republic of Korea,the United States,South Africa,Ireland,People's Republic of China,Libya,and the European Union all currently retain resident diplomatic missions in Lesotho. Foreign relations of Lesotho are administered by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Relations.
Zimbabwe maintains relations with various countries around the world,and maintains close diplomatic relations with neighboring nations.
Palau gained its independence October 1,1994,with the entry into force of the Compact of Free Association with the United States. Palau was the last Trust Territory of the Pacific Islands territories to gain its independence. Under the Compact,the U.S. remains responsible for Palau's defense for 50 years.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is a government ministry of the Republic of Turkey,responsible for the nation's foreign policy and international relations. Established on 2 May 1920,its primary duties are administering diplomatic missions,negotiating international treaties and agreements,and representing the Republic of Turkey at the United Nations. The ministry is headquartered in the Turkish capital of Ankara and counts on more than 200 missions as embassies,permanent representation offices and consulates general,abroad.
The Sovereign Military Order of Malta is a sovereign entity maintaining diplomatic relations with 112 sovereign states. Additionally,it has observer status or representation at multiple intergovernmental organisations. The Order has non-diplomatic official relations with five more states:France,Belgium,Switzerland,Luxembourg and Canada. The Order exchanges ambassadors with the European Union and the State of Palestine.
The Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Ireland is the diplomatic mission of South Korea in Ireland. It is located in the capital of Ireland,Dublin.
