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Israeli ‘diplomatic offensive’ urges sanctions against Iran: Push on partners to sanction Tehran comes as Israel mulls military retaliation for Iran’s weekend ...
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Quick Glance: Israeli Push for Sanctions Against Iran Amid ‘Diplomatic Offensive’
- Israel has launched a “diplomatic offensive” against Iran, urging sanctions against the Islamic republic.
- Israeli Foreign Minister Israel Katz has called on 32 countries to impose sanctions on Tehran as Israel considers a military response to Iran’s attack.
- Israeli military sources reported intercepting 99 percent of aerial threats with assistance from the United States and allies, causing only minor damage.
- Tensions are high as Israel ponders its reaction to Saturday's attack while Germany calls for new sanctions related to Iran's drone supply to Russia for use in Ukraine.
Singapore’s Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong to Step Down on May 15: Lee will hand power to his deputy, Lawrence Wong, in a long-planned transition.
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Quick Glance: Lawrence Wong to Assume Singapore Prime Ministership from Lee Hsien Loong on May 15
- On May 15, Lawrence Wong will officially become the Prime Minister of Singapore, succeeding Lee Hsien Loong.
- Wong garnered unanimous support from PAP MPs and will be sworn in at 8:00 pm on May 15, 2024 at the Istana.
- The leadership transition began two years ago when Wong was named as the leader of the PAP's 4G team.
- Wong will be Singapore's fourth Prime Minister, emphasizing commitment to creating a bright future for the nation with his team.
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Spain’s Sanchez says ‘disproportionate’ Israeli Gaza attacks a world threat: Prime minister pushes for recognition of a Palestinian state, says such a ‘just’ ...
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Quick Glance: Spain's Sanchez Urges Recognition of Palestinian State
- Prime minister pushes for recognition of a Palestinian state, says such a 'just' move would be in European Union's interest.
- Sanchez calls Israel's 'disproportionate response' in the war on Gaza a regional and global threat, emphasizing that the recognition of a Palestinian state is in Europe's 'geopolitical interests'.
- He has long advocated for the EU to recognize Palestine, resisted by Israel and its allies, and is also pressing for a permanent ceasefire in Gaza and humanitarian aid.
- Sanchez also demands the release of captives seized by Hamas and other armed groups during their October 7 attacks inside Israel, condemning Israel's 'absolutely disproportionate response' as a threat to destabilize the Middle East and the world.
Kishida: Japan ready to step up as U.S. 'global partner' at Biden summit: WASHINGTON/TOKYO -- On Wednesday, Fumio Kishida is scheduled to spend his 920th day as ...
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Quick Glance: Biden criticizes Netanyahu's Gaza war approach
- President Joe Biden criticizes Netanyahu for inadequate humanitarian aid in Gaza.
- The U.S. increases pressure on Israel to achieve a ceasefire, straining the long-standing alliance.
- Disagreements over humanitarian aid and offensive plans in Rafah deepen the divide between the two countries.
- Israel slowly ramps up aid, but logistical issues and security concerns complicate deliveries.
Yen hits 34-year low, defying end of negative rates: The Bank of Japan (BoJ) raised interest rates for the first time in 17 years on March 19 ...
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Quick Glance: Japan's Economic Policy and the Impact on the Yen
- On March 19, the Bank of Japan (BoJ) raised interest rates for the first time in 17 years, signaling the end of an era of negative interest rates.
- Despite this adjustment, Japan continues to have the lowest interest rates globally. The notion that lower interest rates lead to higher growth was the basis for adopting negative rates.
- However, negative rates did not serve as an economic stimulus but rather burdened commercial banks' reserves at the central bank.
- The BoJ's policy of low and negative interest rates has hindered bank credit growth in Japan for years, impacting the economy negatively.
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Quick Glance: Haiti Establishes Transition Council to Select New PM, Leaders Amid Crisis
- The decree announcing the formation of the council was published in a Haitian government gazette on Friday.
- As per the official state journal, despite the expectation for Prime Minister Ariel Henry to resign immediately after the council's formation, he will remain in office until a new prime minister is elected.
- A provision in the decree allows the current prime minister to make the necessary preparations before the new appointments.
- The council will consist of members from political parties or social sectors, with two non-voting seats reportedly filled by representatives from Haiti's civil society and religious sector.
U.S. will not join any retaliatory action by Israel on Iran: White House: JERUSALEM/DUBAI/WASHINGTON (Reuters) -- President Joe Biden warned Prime ...
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Vietnam's Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh (R) shakes hands with Apple CEO Tim Cook (L) during a meeting at the Government Office in Hanoi on April 16, 2024 ... Show more
Bank of Thailand ignores Srettha's pressure to cut interest rate: BANGKOK -- When Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin convened a meeting last week to ...
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Paid articlePaidQuick Glance: Bank of Thailand Resists Pressure Amid Economic Discussions
- The Thai Prime Minister is urging the Bank of Thailand to cut interest rates to stimulate the economy.
- Anticipating inflation growth, the central bank delegates baht-weakening issues to the government.
- During a meeting to address the flagship stimulus program, the Prime Minister requested the presence of the Bank of Thailand's governor.
India, China should urgently address 'prolonged situation' on borders, Modi says: India and China should urgently address the
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Quick Glance: India, China urged to address 'prolonged situation' on borders, Modi says
- Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi stated that India and China should urgently address the 'prolonged situation' on their border, emphasizing the strained relations between the two countries since a clash between their troops in the disputed Himalayan frontier in 2020.
- Modi highlighted the importance of peace on the border for normal relations with China, expressing India's commitment to safeguarding its sovereignty and dignity. He has focused on internal security and strong foreign policy as key campaign themes for his third term bid.
- Emphasizing the significance of the relationship with China, Modi stressed the importance of peaceful relations between the two neighbors for the entire region and the world. The India-China border, spanning 3,800 km, much of it poorly demarcated, has been a historical point of contention, including a war in 1962.
Japan and South Korea agree to deepen trilateral ties with U.S: TOKYO (Kyodo) Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida said Wednesday he and South Korean President ...
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Biden and Kishida to announce 70 agreements at 'historic' summit: WASHINGTON -- U.S. President Joe Biden and Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida will announce ...
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Paid articlePaidQuick Glance: Kishida and Biden Celebrate US-Japan Alliance with 'Star Trek' Toast
- Kishida quotes 'Star Trek' and jokes at state dinner in White House
- Biden and Kishida emphasize friendship and alliance between USA and Japan
- Prominent guests from politics and business attend lavish dinner
- Simon sings hits at night performance, serving spring cuisine from Japan and the USA
Tokyo is taking historic steps toward acquiring long-range missiles capable of conducting counterstrikes against potential threats from China or North Korea ... Show more asia.nikkei.com/Spotlight/The-Big-Story/Kishida-Japan-ready-to-step-up-as-U.S.-global-partner-at-Biden-summit
🔴 Israeli Defence Minister Yoav Gallant told US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin that Israel had not yet set a date for its planned attack of Rafah ... Show more www.aljazeera.com/news/liveblog/2024/4/9/israels-war-on-gaza-live-rafah-threat-raises-questions-about-truce-talks
Japan-U.S. alliance holds greater responsibility for global stability: Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida met with U.S. President Joe Biden in Washington on ...
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Paid articlePaid Kishida: Japan ready to step up as U.S. 'global partner' at Biden summit: WASHINGTON/TOKYO -- On Wednesday, Fumio Kishida is scheduled to spend his 920th day as ...
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Quick Glance: U.S., Japan to Announce Military Cooperation and Joint NASA Lunar Mission
- The United States and Japan will commit to modernizing their military alliance this week to establish an operational hub for their defense partnership in the Pacific.
- They will outline a vision for an integrated air defense network linking Japanese, Australian, and U.S. sensors to enhance regional threat detection.
- An announcement is expected that a Japanese astronaut will participate in a NASA moon mission, marking a significant milestone in space exploration collaboration.
- The deepened relationship between the two countries will also focus on expanding cooperation in space exploration, defense equipment production, and economic investments, particularly in the electric-vehicle battery manufacturing sector.
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India's BJP election manifesto lacks plans for structural economic reforms, Citi says
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In Pictures: Biden hosts Japan's Kishida at glitzy state dinner: Tim Cook and Jeff Bezos among guests, with live music from Paul Simon
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Tens of thousands of Israelis have blocked roads, built bonfires and lit flares, in the largest anti-gov't protest since the Gaza war began ... Show more
Japan's 2024 U.S. playbook starts with subnational diplomacy: WASHINGTON -- Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida's six-day trip to the U.S ...
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Paid articlePaid Japan's Kishida and Biden to establish Indo-Pacific disaster relief hub: WASHINGTON -- Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida is set to arrive in Washington on ...
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Paid articlePaid Yen feels the heat as US Treasury yields rise: The dollar was tentative on Tuesday as it failed to get a meaningful boost from a rise in U.S. Treasury yields ...
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Quick Glance: Dollar Stagnates Despite Rising US Treasury Yields
- The dollar displayed hesitation on Tuesday as it did not receive significant support from the increase in U.S. Treasury yields, maintaining pressure on the yen near multi-decade lows and keeping traders vigilant for potential interventions.
- The greenback rose by 0.03% to 151.87 yen, near a 34-year high of 151.975 yen from the previous month, while Japanese officials intensified efforts to defend the currency.
- Despite the uptick in U.S. Treasury yields, the dollar failed to garner substantial backing as traders reevaluate their outlook on the pace and extent of Federal Reserve interest rate cuts anticipated in the latter part of this year.
- The robustness observed in commodity prices appears indicative of - one could almost label it as - a global reflation trade. In other developments, the Aussie declined by 0.01% to $0.6604, and the Chinese yuan was positioned at 7.2437 per dollar in the offshore market.
Kishida goes all-in on partnership with the US: It is telling that one of the most popular photos from Prime Minister Fumio Kishida’s visit to Washington was ...
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Biden-Kishida Summit: The Japan-US Alliance Has Gone Global: The U.S. president praised Japan’s growing international clout as the two leaders cemented new areas ...
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Japan Breakeven Inflation Matches Record High Amid Weak Yen: A gauge for investor expectations of Japan’s inflation matched a record high as a weak yen keeps ...
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Paid articlePaid Netanyahu revives push to shut down Al Jazeera in Israel: Israeli PM called for Knesset to pass legislation to allow him to ‘immediately’ close the outlet.
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Quick Glance: Netanyahu Revives Push to Shut Down Al Jazeera in Israel
- Netanyahu called for Knesset to pass legislation to allow immediate closure of Al Jazeera in Israel.
- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has revived a push to close down Al Jazeera in Israel.
- The bill would grant the prime minister and communications minister authority to shut down foreign networks posing security risks.
- The renewed efforts come amidst significant protests against Netanyahu's handling of the war with Hamas.
On topic: Japan's Kishida bolsters U.S. alliance with Washington trip: Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida traveled to Washington last week for a summit with U ...
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Yen dips to 152 level on U.S. inflation, raising intervention risk: TOKYO -- The yen hit the psychologically important 152 level against the dollar on Wednesday ...
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Paid articlePaidQuick Glance: Yen falls to 152 against dollar on U.S. inflation, raising intervention risk
- Following the release of U.S. inflation data on Wednesday, the yen dropped to the significant level of 152 against the dollar, potentially prompting government intervention to curb the decline.
- The value of the Japanese currency declined to 152.45, a level unseen since 1990.
Lawmaker plots to kick out Linturi over fertiliser mess: Agriculture minister has been in the limelight over fake fertiliser in the government subsidy programme.
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Drones are crowding Ukraine’s skies, largely paralyzing battlefield : Cheap drones deployed as ‘eyes in the skies’ over Ukraine are transforming warfare ...
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Pakistan repays $1 billion in Eurobonds, says central bank - News | Khaleej Times
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Dollar stands tall as US rate-cut bets recede: The dollar steadied on Monday, holding its biggest weekly gain since 2022, as escalating conflict in the Middle ...
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Nepal: Protesters demand the return of the king: Many Nepalese are disappointed with their politicians and the eternal bickering in parliament. However ...
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Israel’s Gantz challenges Netanyahu with call for election amid Gaza war: Polls suggest Gantz’s party would come top in any election, making him favourite to ...
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Philippines, U.S. top security officials discuss China's 'coercive, aggressive' actions, Manila says
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Biden 'would support' Japan-North Korea summit, U.S. official says: WASHINGTON -- U.S. President Joe Biden would conditionally support a summit between Japanese ...
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Paid articlePaid Pakistan court suspends Imran Khan’s prison sentence in state gifts case: Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi were each handed a 14-year sentence in the case in ...
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Quick Glance: Decision on Imran Khan's Jail Sentence Suspended after Appeal
- Imran Khan, the former Prime Minister of Pakistan, was granted the opportunity on Monday to appeal against his conviction for corruption. His lawyer revealed that the court has suspended his 14-year jail sentence, providing relief for his party that emerged victorious in the national elections in February.
Does Thailand’s Plan to Finance Its 500 Billion Baht Stimulus Make Sense?: Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin’s government has struggled to fund its massive ...
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EU leaders, Blinken pledge continued support for Armenia amid regional tensions: The United States and European Union will continue to support Armenia and ethnic ...
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Thousands demonstrate in anti-Orban protest in Hungary: Protest was led by Peter Magyar, a former government insider who plans to challenge Prime Minister Viktor ...
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Quick Glance: Challenger to Orbán Announces New Political Alternative
- A rising challenger to Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán mobilized tens of thousands of supporters in Budapest on Saturday, outlining a plan to unite the country and bring an end to the populist leader’s 14-year hold on power.
- At the center of the demonstration was political newcomer Peter Magyar, a former insider within Hungary’s ruling Fidesz party, who announced the creation of a new political community aimed at uniting both conservative and liberal Hungarians disillusioned by Orbán’s governance and the fragmented political opposition.
- Magyar, once a member of Orbán’s political circle, broke ranks and has gained a large following by portraying Hungary’s political life as taken over by oligarchs and anti-democratic elites.
- He advocates for a transformation of the country to rein in corruption and create a more pluralistic political system, criticizing Orbán’s government as a 'mafia' and calling for a moral, political, and economic change.
Response initiative to deal with food insecurity launched - The Standard: The Ministry of Interior has launched the 100 Days Rapid Response Initiative to deal ...
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Exclusive: Modi sets ambitious India economic goals for probable third term: Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, confident of winning a national election ...
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Why are South Asians going to fight in the Russia-Ukraine war?: Young men from India, Nepal and Sri Lanka are on the front lines of Russia’s war on Ukraine.
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Quick Glance: Russian Assault Harms Residents of Kharkiv Oblast
- A Russian assault on the Kharkiv Oblast region the day before resulted in tragic consequences, leading to the death of a man and the injury of an 11-year-old boy.
- The ongoing attacks on settlements in Kharkiv Oblast by Russian forces are alarming and distressing for the residents.
- The residents of Kupiansk-Vuzlovyi in Kharkiv Oblast are victims of the recent assault, jeopardizing the region's security and stability.
- The National Police in Kharkiv Oblast is documenting the escalating violence and its impact on the local population.
Japan, U.S., Philippines to cooperate in clean energy, chips: Kishida: TOKYO -- Japan, the U.S. and the Philippines will work together in areas ...
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Morning Bid: Yen down on everything but the dollar: A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Wayne Cole.
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Quick Glance: Morning Brief: Yen Drops Against Everything But the Dollar
- A 1.6% bounce in the Nikkei led Asian shares higher, while the yen skids against almost all major currencies.
- The Canadian dollar reached a 16-year peak against the Japanese currency due to the sustained rise in oil prices.
- Copper hit a 13-month high and gold surged to a record above $2,300 per ounce.
- The ascent of oil could pose challenges for central banks, increasing inflation pressure and acting as a tax on consumers.
China Reaches out to Russia, North Korea as US Cements Trilateral Partnership With Japan, Philippines
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Japan's Kishida expects more U.S. chip collaboration opportunities: WASHINGTON (Reuters) -- Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida said on Tuesday he saw ...
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Paid articlePaid Pakistan opposition forms six-way alliance to challenge government: ISLAMABAD -- Pakistan's six opposition parties, including former Prime Minister Imran ...
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Malayalam writer C Radhakrishnan quits Sahitya Akademi, alleges political interference; claim misleading, says body
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New Zealand removes barriers on foreign building products to cut prices: New Zealand will remove barriers for construction companies to use overseas building ...
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Kishida returns to scandal, election headwinds after U.S. trip high: TOKYO -- Having basked in the spotlight afforded by a state visit to the U.S. ...
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Paid articlePaid Japan's 2024 playbook beefs up diplomatic ties with U.S. states: WASHINGTON -- Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida's six-day trip to the U.S ...
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Paid articlePaid From Cribs to Cabinets: The Apparent Surge of ‘Nepo Babies’ in Thai Politics: The country has long been governed by a galaxy of interconnected political clans.
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U.S. seeks to 'integrate' Japan into defense industrial base: WASHINGTON -- U.S. President Joe Biden and Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida will agree to ...
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In Pictures: Biden hosts Japan's Kishida at glitzy state dinner: U.S. President Joe Biden hosted Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida at a plush state dinner at ...
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Huge protests across Israel are telling Netanyahu to leave, will it happen?: As ceasefire talks with Hamas drag on, thousands of Israelis are calling for Prime ...
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Attacking Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, Prime Minister Narendra Modi referred to his recent comments on eradicating poverty. “Unfortunately, these days ... Show more
Ex-Mongolian PM Accused of Corruption by US Justice Department: Batbold Sukhbaatar has been accused of corruption before, featuring in the Panama Paper and ...
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Sri Lanka sees no need for talks with India on island it ceded decades ago: Sri Lanka does not see any need to re-open talks on a contentious island ceded to it ...
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India opposition unites over pre-election arrest, blames PM Modi: Indian opposition parties united on Sunday to protest against the arrest of a prominent leader ...
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Morning Bid: Yen vigil keeps markets on edge: A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Ankur Banerjee
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Quick Glance: Morning Offer: Yen Vigil Keeps Markets on Edge
- A warning from Tokyo has slowed down the yen's decline, while the dollar/yen remains above 151 levels. Focus is on European markets set to open higher after holidays. The STOXX 600 hit a record high last week and is expected to start the second quarter strongly.
- Inflation and manufacturing data from Europe take center stage to assess the economic conditions. The Eurozone is likely to see a contraction in manufacturing activity in March. ECB policymakers support rate cuts, with a June meeting being the most probable time for action.
- 77 economists in a Reuters poll last week expected the ECB to keep the deposit rate unchanged at 4.00% on April 11. Roughly 90% forecasted the first rate cut to occur in June.
- Key events on Tuesday include the release of manufacturing PMI data for France, UK, Germany, and the Eurozone, as well as Germany's preliminary inflation data for March. Germany holds a reopening of a 2-year government debt auction, while France reopens 3-month, 5-month, 6-month, and 1-year government debt auctions.
Political battle to succeed Modi brews quietly in India: TOKYO -- In the upcoming general elections in India, set to begin in April, a third consecutive victory ...
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Push to rename Washington airport in Trump’s honour: Representative Guy Reschenthaler says he wants the change because Trump is “the best president of my ...
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China’s Xi Jinping Meets With Russian Foreign Minister in Show of Support: As Japan’s prime minister visited Washington, China showcased its partnership with ...
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Philippines' President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. (L) and Japan's Prime Minister Fumio Kishida (R) will be in Washington today for a first trilateral summit aimed ... Show more
How Will Nepal’s Government Respond to Victims of Loan Sharks?: A former business partner of the home minister is wanted for embezzlement of funds of ...
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Paid articlePaid Suspended Maldives minister apologises after row over post linked to Indian flag: Former Maldives minister Mariyam Shiuna on Monday apologised after a ...
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Indonesia's Prabowo visits Japan for balance after his China trip: TOKYO/JAKARTA -- Prabowo Subianto, Indonesia's president-elect and defense minister ...
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History’s Shadow on Japanese Prime Minister’s US Visit: This week’s Japan-Philippines-U.S. trilateral summit comes alongside the 82nd anniversary of the Bataan ...
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Nepal’s environment ministry working on plan to allow ropeway and cable cars in protected areas
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Biden-Kishida summit to see deal on repairing large U.S. warships in Japan: TOKYO -- Large U.S. warships will be able to undergo repairs at private shipyards in ...
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India opposition protests in capital over Kejriwal’s arrest before election: Rally held against arrest of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal over long-running ...
aljazeera.com/news/2024/3/31/india-opposition-protests-in-capital-over-kejriwals-arrest-before-election
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Widows differ over husband's property value: Widows of a real estate businessman in Nakuru have differed in court over their husband's Sh5 million ...
standardmedia.co.ke/rift-valley/article/2001492956/widows-differ-over-husbands-property-value
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