Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu: Will meet with Elon Musk on Monday to discuss the security aspects of artificial intelligence and hold a live online discussion.

German Deputy Chancellor and Economics Minister Habeck: Companies need to quickly clarify the direction of action after the court ruling.

German Deputy Chancellor and Economics Minister Habeck: Funding must be found for all our planned projects.

German Deputy Chancellor and Economy Minister Habeck: We seek to address the consequences of the ruling.

Market News: The European Council finally approved the EU-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement.

London Metal Exchange (LME): Aluminum inventories decreased by 2,000 tons, copper inventories decreased by 725 tons, nickel inventories decreased by 24 tons, lead inventories increased by 750 tons, tin inventories increased by 45 tons, and zinc inventories decreased by 475 tons.

Jordanian Foreign Minister: Work for a two-state solution (Palestinian-Israeli) must begin immediately, which starts with ensuring an end to this brutal war.

Jordanian Foreign Minister: We cannot rely solely on diplomatic channels in Gaza. Only long-term and lasting peace can bring stability.

Japanese and British financial officials jointly stated: We will continue to closely monitor the effectiveness of sanctions against Russia and take further measures if necessary, including strengthening the implementation of sanctions.

Japanese and British financial officials jointly stated: Central bank digital currency should consider issues such as transparency, rule of law, network security and data protection design.

Makoto Kanda, Deputy Minister of Finance of Japan: We agree to cooperate with the UK to establish a supply chain framework.

Makoto Kanda, Deputy Minister of Finance of Japan: We discussed supply chains, international taxation and other issues with the UK.

Spanish Foreign Minister: The Palestinian Authority is the only possible and credible partner in the search for peace in the Middle East conflict.

A joint statement from Japanese and British financial officials: Japan and the United Kingdom reaffirm their firm support for Ukraine.

Market news: Hyundai Motor will close its Asan plant from December 31 to February 13 for renovation.

According to Nikkei: Japan’s metal union will seek a wage increase of more than 10,000 yen.

Thai Prime Minister Srettha: Thailand plans to achieve US$300 million in bilateral trade with Malaysia by 2025.

According to TASS: Oil loading at the port of Novorossiysk may resume on Tuesday if the weather briefly clears, and according to current weather forecasts, the storm may continue until the end of the month.

Iran denies involvement in attacks on chemical tankers linked to Israel.