Taiwan's VP begins Palau visit, meets with Pacific ally leaders - Focus Taiwan: Taipei, Nov. 1 (CNA) Republic of China (Taiwan) Vice President Lai Ching-te (賴清德) ...
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Bonds at Risk from Asia’s Most Inflation-Sensitive Central Bank: Emerging Asia’s worst-performing sovereign bonds are at risk of further declines as the ...
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Israeli push to legalize settlements in West Bank 'dangerous and reckless,' US says
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Rupee may struggle on higher US bond yields, weak Asian cues: The Indian rupee is expected to broadly struggle on Thursday amid an uptick in U.S ...
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US Solar Makers Seek Additional Tariffs on Panel Imports From Asia: Solar manufacturers are asking the US government to slap duties on $12.5 billion of imported ...
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Israel to go ahead with Rafah invasion even as Egypt warns of humanitarian crisis
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Quick Glance: Israeli Forces Ready to Conquer Rafah in Gaza, Awaiting Government Approval
- The Israel Defense Forces have completed all necessary preparations to capture the southernmost city of Rafah in the Gaza Strip and can initiate an operation once they receive government authorization, as stated by a senior Israeli defense official.
- This official informed Reuters that Israel is planning to take control of Rafah, considered the final Hamas stronghold in Gaza, evacuate Palestinian civilians from the area, and launch an assault against Hamas fighters.
- According to a spokesperson for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government, Israel is progressing with a ground operation without specifying a timeline for the action.
- Various Israeli reports indicated that top Israeli security officials traveled to Egypt on Wednesday to coordinate the planned offensive in Rafah.
Rupee likely to inch higher at open tracking Asian peers: The Indian rupee is likely to open slightly higher on Wednesday, aided by an uptick in its Asian peers ...
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Hot: The Bloomberg Close, Asia Edition: Good afternoon. Here’s what you need to know to end your day.
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China’s $700 Billion Offshore Bond Market Put to Test: A Beijing court case may have far reaching implications for international creditors in the country
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Student protesters begin dismantling some tents as negotiations with Columbia University progress
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South Korea's Constitutional Court began hearing a case brought by young environmental activists, who have accused the government of failing to protect 200 ... Show more gateway.zscaler.net/auT
Quick Glance: South Korean Court Deliberates Children's Climate Change Lawsuit Against Government
- Environmental activist Choi Jia, alongside her younger sibling Choi Heewoo, participates in a press briefing preceding the initial hearing concerning petitions asserting that the government infringed upon their human rights due to an inadequate approach to climate change.
- A public hearing regarding a lawsuit brought by twenty-four young environmental activists against the government commenced in one of South Korea's top judicial bodies on Tuesday. The plaintiffs argue that the government's negligence in addressing climate change left them unprotected.
- Maintaining that South Korea's current climate strategies fall short in containing the temperature rise to 1.5 degrees Celsius, the plaintiffs claim this breaches the state's duty to safeguard fundamental rights. Scientists caution about the dire consequences of surpassing a 1.5C temperature increase.
- During the legal proceedings, the government asserted its commitment to minimizing carbon emissions and upholding its citizens' basic rights. Nevertheless, activists expressed dissatisfaction with the government's response and urged for more concrete actions against climate change.
China’s Putin Ties Risk Relations With EU, Top Diplomat Says: China needs to take a stand over Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and rein in its enormous trade ...
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China’s LGFV Borrowing Costs Drop to Record Low as Investors Bet on Bailout: China’s off-the-books local government debt market has turned. Only a few months ago ...
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The Chinese gov't has issued its highest-level rainstorm warning and evacuated more than 100,000 people as heavy rain continues to lash the south of the ... Show more www.aljazeera.com/gallery/2024/4/23/highest-level-rainstorm-warning-issued-in-south-chinas-guangdong
Terrorist who murdered Benjamin Achimeir, 14, in West Bank attack earlier this month arrested overnight
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🔴 Live : US House of Representatives approves new military aid for Israel: The US House of Representatives on Saturday passed billions of dollars in new military ...
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Iran-Israel Shadow War Timeline: A History of Recent Hostilities: A recent round of strikes has brought the conflict more clearly into the open and raised fears ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/19/world/middleeast/iran-israel-shadow-war-history.html
Quick Glance: Israeli Strike Damages Iranian Air Defense System Without Detection, Officials Say
- An Israeli airstrike on Iran on Friday damaged an air defense system, according to Western and Iranian officials, and appeared calculated to deliver a message that Israel could bypass Iran’s defensive systems undetected and paralyze them.
- The strike damaged a defensive battery near Natanz, a city in central Iran that is critical to the country’s nuclear weapons program, according to the officials.
- The relatively limited scope of Israel’s strike and the muted response from Iranian officials, however, seem to have eased tensions.
- It was confirmed that Israel had deployed aerial drones and at least one missile fired from a warplane, as stated by three Western and two Iranian officials.
UN Special Rapporteur Francesca Albanese accuses Israel of lying about all aspects of Gaza
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Activists Prepare to Set Sail on a New Gaza Freedom Flotilla: A coalition of human rights advocates has arrived in Istanbul, Turkey, as they prepare to set sail ...
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Political Scientist and Activist Norman Finkelstein held a speech for pro-Palestine activists rallying outside Columbia University.
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Apple Removes WhatsApp, Threads From China App Store on Government Orders: China’s cyberspace officials cite national-security concerns for targeting the Meta ...
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Quick Glance: Apple removes WhatsApp and Threads in China
- Apple removes Meta-owned apps under Chinese government pressure.
- Apps delisted due to 'national security concerns'.
- Chinese users now unable to download Western social media apps.
- Apple faces declining iPhone sales in China despite branding efforts.
US vetoes UN resolution backing full UN membership for Palestine: The United States has vetoed a widely backed U.N. resolution that would have paved the way for ...
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Quick Glance: US Blocks UN Resolution for Palestinian Full Membership
- In the Security Council, 12 countries voted for a UN resolution recommending full Palestinian membership, with the US opposing and two countries abstaining.
- The US argued that Palestinian membership should result from negotiations between Israel and Palestinians to enable a two-state solution.
- The Palestinian delegation emphasized that UN membership is a crucial step for peace in the region and criticized the Israeli government for its rejection.
- Israel rejected the resolution and warned of its potential impact on future dialogues, especially in light of the recent escalation of violence in Gaza.
Bullet-riddled buildings, papers scattered in a gutted classroom, posters ripped off of walls, damaged books — the battered school represents the shattered ... Show more www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/gaza-children-yearn-their-school-days-before-conflict-2024-04-18/
Hamad International in Doha named world’s best airport, Changi falls to second: Changi Airport was named the best airport in Asia and best in the world for its ...
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Morning Bid: Jitters heighten, financial conditions tighten: A look at the day ahead in Asian markets.
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US-Japan-Philippines trilateral gives Manila a fighting chance: In an unprecedented move with big regional implications, US President Joe Biden hosted a ...
asiatimes.com/2024/04/us-japan-philippines-trilateral-gives-manila-a-fighting-chance/
At Columbia, Speaker Johnson calls on its president to resign if she can't 'bring order' to protests
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Quick Glance: Netanyahu Condemns Pro-Palestine Protests as 'Horrific' and 'Antisemitic'
- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu condemned the protests at US universities against his country's war in Gaza as 'horrific' and 'antisemitic', drawing parallels to pre-Hitler era Germany.
- Protests have occurred at several prominent US universities including Yale, Columbia University, New York University, University of Southern California, and the University of Texas, Austin.
- US House Speaker Mike Johnson called for the resignation of Columbia University's president, Minouche Shafik, due to the rising antisemitism on campus.
- The protests, which started at the beginning of the Israel-Hamas war in October, ranged from peaceful demonstrations to hateful comments and attacks on Jewish and Muslim students, sparking a heated debate at Columbia University.
Chinese President Xi to Visit Hungary on May 8-10, Minister Says: Chinese President Xi Jinping will visit Hungary from May 8 to 10 as part of a trip to Europe ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-25/chinese-president-xi-to-visit-hungary-on-may-8-10-minister-says
Maximilian Krah: Public Prosecutor General initiates preliminary investigation: The Dresden Public Prosecutor's Office has initiated preliminary investigations ...
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Quick Glance: Investigation of Possible Payments from China and Russia to Maximilian Krah
- The General Prosecutor's Office in Dresden has officially initiated investigations against Maximilian Krah due to potential financial flows from Russian and Chinese sources.
- The AfD lead candidate for the European Parliament elections, Maximilian Krah, is the subject of two preliminary investigations at the General Prosecutor's Office in Dresden.
- Towards the end of last year, Krah was questioned by the FBI about possible payments from Kremlin-related sources, allegedly carrying a four-digit sum of money at that time.
- On Monday evening, German authorities arrested Jian G., a close associate of Krah, who is suspected of spying for the Chinese intelligence service in Germany.
Saudi Arabia: Any visa holder can now perform Umrah: Pilgrims encouraged to utilise Nusuk app to obtain Umrah permit, adhere to ritual timings
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Biden signs $95 billion aid package with assistance for Ukraine, Israel, Taiwan. Calls for TikTok ban or sale
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Quick Glance: Biden signs Comprehensive Military Aid Package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan
- President Biden announces the signing of a substantial $95 billion military assistance package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan, with a significant portion of the funds directed towards Ukraine.
- Despite initial resistance from Republicans in Congress, Biden has signed the aid package, highlighting the reinforcement of allies and ensuring prompt deliveries to Ukraine.
- The assistance for Ukraine includes weapons and military equipment valued at around $1 billion, encompassing artillery shells and air defense missiles.
- Military analysts do not foresee significant changes on the frontlines in eastern Ukraine, while the US support aims to aid Ukraine in operations in southern Ukraine, particularly focusing on Crimea and the Black Sea.
Europol says Turks involved with the most threatening criminal networks in Europe - Nordic Monitor
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Quick Glance: Europol's Insights on Turkish Criminal Networks in Europe
- A Europol report confirms that under President Erdogan, Turkey has become a hub for criminal syndicates posing a serious threat to European security.
- Turkish criminal networks extend across the Western Balkans, engaging in fraudulent schemes and arms trafficking, with Turkey being highlighted as a key location for online fraud systems.
- Turkey plays a key role in illegal firearms trafficking into Europe and exports weapons to conflict zones in the Middle East and Africa.
- Despite pressure from FATF, Turkey remains on the grey list and has intensified operations against criminal networks in the last 10 months, resulting in the arrest of hundreds of suspects.
UN calls for investigation into mass graves uncovered at two Gaza hospitals: The United Nations is calling for “a clear, transparent and credible investigation” ...
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Quick Glance: UN Calls for Investigation into Mass Graves at Two Gaza Hospitals
- The United Nations called for a thorough and transparent investigation into the mass graves at two major hospitals in Gaza that were searched by Israeli troops.
- It was emphasized that investigators must have access to the sites, and a greater number of journalists should be able to work safely in Gaza to report on the facts.
- Some of the bodies belonged to individuals killed during the hospital siege, while others were victims when Israeli forces raided the hospital.
- The discovery of the graves highlights the urgency of a ceasefire, the end of the conflict, improved access for humanitarian aid, the protection of hospitals, and the release of Israeli hostages.
China should have confidence to talk to us, Taiwan's president-elect says: China should have the confidence to talk to Taiwan's legally elected government ...
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The remains of Royal Malaysian Navy pilot, Lieutenant T. Sivasutan, who perished in the helicopter crash in Lumut on Tuesday (April 23) has been cremated at ... Show more thestartv.com/c/news cutt.ly/TheStar fb.com/TheStarOnline
Here's what happened when India banned TikTok: The hugely popular Chinese app TikTok may be forced out of the U.S., where a measure to outlaw the video-sharing ...
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Quick Glance: Measures Against TikTok: Biden Sets Deadline for Sale
- President Biden has signed legislation requiring ByteDance to fully divest from TikTok within a year or potentially face a nationwide ban.
- This action poses a significant challenge to the future of the video-streaming app in the U.S. and escalates the technological conflict between America and China.
- TikTok plans to take legal action against the Biden administration, citing concerns that the law could impede the free speech of millions of Americans.
- This requirement was incorporated into a bill providing foreign aid for Israel, Ukraine, and Taiwan, mandating ByteDance to sell its stake in TikTok within 12 months under the threat of closure.
Senate passes Ukraine aid, Israel funding and path to TikTok ban, sending bill to Biden's desk
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Quick Glance: Biden campaign to continue TikTok use despite potential ban
- Biden's re-election campaign plans to continue using TikTok for at least a year, even with the possibility of a nationwide ban if not sold.
- Emphasizing reaching young voters, the campaign pledges enhanced security measures.
- Discussion on Biden's future involvement with TikTok content and the campaign's extensive digital outreach beyond the platform.
- The campaign highlights engagement through Facebook, Instagram, and influencers, boasting the largest youth voter program launched.
US Says China Moving Too Slowly on Protecting Intellectual Property: The Biden administration called on China to improve its protections of intellectual property ...
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India's poll panel seeks responses to complaints against Modi, Rahul Gandhi: India's Election Commission said on Thursday it has sought responses from the ruling ...
reuters.com/world/india/indias-poll-panel-seeks-responses-complaints-against-modi-rahul-gandhi-2024-04-25/
Thai Banks Cut Rate for Some Borrowers After Pressure From PM: Thailand’s biggest commercial banks agreed to temporarily lower borrowing costs for vulnerable ...
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Israel’s Attack Plan in Gazan City of Rafah Raises Pressure on Netanyahu: Welcome to Balance of Power, bringing you the latest in global politics ...
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Fragile yen could make BOJ's Ueda tilt more towards hawkish stance: The yen's slide to fresh 34-year lows is likely to force Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda to ...
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Indonesia raises interest rates to support sliding rupiah: Currency has lost nearly 5% of its value against dollar this year amid expected delays to US rate cuts
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Israel to go ahead with Rafah invasion even as Egypt warns of humanitarian crisis
wionews.com/world/israel-to-go-ahead-with-rafah-invasion-even-as-egypt-warns-of-humanitarian-crisis-714721
Quick Glance: Israeli Forces Ready to Conquer Rafah in Gaza, Awaiting Government Approval
- The Israel Defense Forces have completed all necessary preparations to capture the southernmost city of Rafah in the Gaza Strip and can initiate an operation once they receive government authorization, as stated by a senior Israeli defense official.
- This official informed Reuters that Israel is planning to take control of Rafah, considered the final Hamas stronghold in Gaza, evacuate Palestinian civilians from the area, and launch an assault against Hamas fighters.
- According to a spokesperson for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government, Israel is progressing with a ground operation without specifying a timeline for the action.
- Various Israeli reports indicated that top Israeli security officials traveled to Egypt on Wednesday to coordinate the planned offensive in Rafah.
Saudi King Salman leaves hospital after medical checks - state television: Saudi Arabia's King Salman bin Abdulaziz left King Faisal Specialist Hospital after ...
reuters.com/world/middle-east/saudi-king-salman-leaves-hospital-after-medical-checks-state-television-2024-04-24/
India's Kotak Mahindra plunges about 10% after ban on adding new clients digitally
reuters.com/business/finance/indias-kotak-mahindra-plunges-about-10-after-ban-adding-new-clients-digitally-2024-04-25/
Quick Glance: RBI restricts Kotak Bank from online customer onboarding, issuing new credit cards
- The RBI directed Kotak Mahindra Bank to halt onboarding new customers through online and mobile banking channels and suspend issuing new credit cards immediately.
- Significant deficiencies and non-compliances in the bank's IT risk management and information security governance for 2022 and 2023 were highlighted by the RBI.
- The bank was found to be materially deficient in operational resilience and was instructed to enhance its IT systems to protect customers and the financial ecosystem.
- Historically, the RBI has enforced similar measures on other banks to ensure regulatory compliance, such as suspending customer onboarding and new credit card issuance.
Xiaomi locks in over 75,000 orders for SU7 car, targets over 10,000 deliveries in June
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🔴 Nobel laureate Malala Yousafzai has said she wants 'no confusion' about her 'support for the people of Gaza.' LIVE updates: www.aljazeera.com/news/liveblog/2024/4/25/israels-war-on-gaza-live-calls-grow-for-gaza-mass-graves-investigation
WATCH: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz attended a police passing-out parade in Lahore wearing a police uniform.
Maryam Nawaz was given a guard of honor ... Show more #DawnToday #Punjab #Lahore #CMMaryamNawaz
Police clashed with pro-Palestinian protesters at the University of Southern California, who chanted 'Free Palestine' as they marched and carried tents on ... Show more
Qatar Will Host Meeting to Discuss Ukrainian Proposal to End War: National security advisors and senior officials from around the world are set to meet in Doha ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-24/qatar-will-host-meeting-to-discuss-ukrainian-proposal-to-end-war
Review of UNWRA finds Israel did not express concern about staff: An independent review of the neutrality of the U.N. agency helping Palestinian refugees has ...
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Quick Glance: UNRWA Report Highlights Lack of Evidence for Israel's Employee Militancy Claims
- An independent review commissioned by the United Nations found that Israel has not provided evidence to support its accusation that a 'significant' number of employees of the U.N. relief agency for Palestinian refugees in the Gaza Strip are members of terrorist organizations.
- The review, led by former French foreign minister Catherine Colonna, revealed that UNRWA 'plays an indispensable and irreplaceable role in the region,' despite issues such as employees expressing political views and offices being used for 'political or military purposes'.
- The review listed recommendations to enhance UNRWA operations, including improved training, more rigorous employee screening, and a thorough review of all textbooks and supplements.
- Concerns were raised regarding the screening of UNRWA employees and the content of textbooks, while Israel has yet to provide evidence to support the claim that a significant number of UNRWA employees are members of terrorist organizations.
Battling climate change, Japan looks to seagrass for carbon capture: On a recent Saturday, some 100 volunteers gathered on a popular beach in the Japanese port ...
reuters.com/sustainability/battling-climate-change-japan-looks-seagrass-carbon-capture-2024-04-25/
In a big win for working moms, the Supreme Court says women have the right to a two-year child care leave, in addition to the mandatory 180-day maternity leave ... Show more
Iran, Pakistan urge UN Security Council to take action against Israel: ISLAMABAD: Iran and Pakistan called on the United Nations Security Council in a joint ...
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Yen hits fresh 34-year lows against dollar ahead of BOJ meeting: The yen hit fresh 34-year low versus the dollar and a 16-year low against the euro on Thursday ...
reuters.com/markets/currencies/markets-wary-intervention-yen-struggles-155-level-2024-04-25/
At the University of Southern California, police scuffled with pro-Palestinian protesters and temporarily took at least one person into custody
Xiaomi locks in over 75,000 orders for SU7 car, targets over 10,000 deliveries in June
reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/xiaomi-locks-over-75000-orders-su7-car-targets-over-10000-deliveries-june-2024-04-25/
From Japan lining up its Trump-whisperer, to Germany waging a charm offensive inside the Republican Party, US allies are taking steps to defend or advance ... Show more reut.rs/4bbfWay
Haiti transitional council ceremony forced to change venue as violence persists: Gangs have taken advantage of an almost complete power vacuum to expand their ...
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Another ex-State Department official alleges Israeli military gets 'special treatment' on abuses
apnews.com/article/us-israel-military-aid-international-law-1e9b612631a7c20438053189c3b62187
Netanyahu condemns ‘antisemitic mobs’ on US college campuses: Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu on Tuesday denounced the pro-Palestinian protests roiling college ...
thehill.com/policy/international/4618486-netanyahu-condemns-antisemitic-mobs-us-college-campuses/
US SEC expected to deny spot ether ETFs next month, industry sources say: U.S. issuers and other firms expect the Securities and Exchange Commission to deny ...
reuters.com/markets/us/us-sec-expected-deny-spot-ether-etfs-next-month-industry-sources-say-2024-04-25/
Battling climate change, Japan looks to seagrass for carbon capture: On a recent Saturday, some 100 volunteers gathered on a popular beach in the Japanese port ...
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Biden signs aid package with $17B for Israel, $1B extra humanitarian aid for Gazans
timesofisrael.com/biden-signs-95-billion-war-aid-measure-with-relief-for-ukraine-israel-and-taiwan/
Iranian rapper Toomaj Salehi sentenced to death for songs critical of regime: Salehi's music denounced government corruption and suppression of dissent.
abcnews.go.com/International/iranian-rapper-toomaj-salehi-sentenced-death-songs-critical/story
Quick Glance: Iranian Rapper Toomaj Salehi Receives Death Sentence for Criticizing Authorities
- Toomaj Salehi's songs criticized government corruption and repression.
- An Iranian court imposed a death sentence on rapper Toomaj Salehi for his critical songs.
- Salehi, subjected to multiple arrests, condemned the regime in his music.
- Despite being detained, Salehi persisted in releasing music videos opposing the Iranian authorities.
US Air Force narrows list to General Atomics, Anduril to build autonomous aircraft
reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/us-air-force-narrows-list-general-atomics-anduril-build-autonomous-aircraft-2024-04-24/
Somalia's President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud welcomed Turkish naval forces to Mogadishu, two months after Somalia and Turkey signed a defense and economic ... Show more reut.rs/4aQ6Yjg
Quick Glance: Turkish Warship Arrives in Mogadishu under Somalia Defense Pact
- A Turkish Navy vessel arrived at the Port of Mogadishu on Tuesday following the signing of a defense and economic agreement between Somalia and Turkey in February this year.
- The TCG Kınalıada F514 docked at the port two months after the landmark deal signed between the two countries, under which Turkey committed to provide maritime security support to Somalia.
- President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud of Somalia, along with several ministers, joined the welcoming ceremony along with the Turkish Ambassador to Somalia, Alper Aktaş.
- Turkey and Somalia also signed a deal on offshore oil and natural gas cooperation last month, further strengthening ties after agreeing on a defense deal.
EU Raises Stakes With Chinese Medical-Device Probe: Welcome to the Brussels Edition, Bloomberg’s daily briefing on what matters most in the heart of the European ...
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Quick Glance: EU Raises Stakes With Chinese Medical-Device Probe
- The EU launched a probe into Chinese medical-device procurement, prompted by concerns that the government in Beijing unfairly favors domestic suppliers, risking tensions ahead of Xi Jinping's upcoming visit.
- The investigation will collect information from companies and member states and must be concluded within nine months. If it confirms a lack of reciprocity, the EU could restrict Chinese access to its tenders.
- This move follows a decision last year to begin an anti-subsidy probe into electric vehicles made in China, potentially leading to new tariffs by July.
- Chinese leaders have rebutted European and US criticism of market distortion in favor of domestic firms, but doubts persist regarding Beijing's extensive use of public support.
Eurovision 2024: Song Contest host Sweden braces for anti-Israel protests: Sweden said it plans to host a dazzling Eurovision Song Contest, watched by 200 ...
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US jails Chinese student for threatening pro-democracy schoolmate: He threatened to "chop off" the hands of a Chinese student who put up pro-democracy fliers on ...
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LIVE: Pro-Palestinian protests at USC: Reuters Live on X (Twitter)
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The US quietly shipped long-range ATACMS missiles to Ukraine: The United States in recent weeks secretly shipped long-range missiles to Ukraine for use in its ...
reuters.com/world/us/us-quietly-shipped-long-range-atacms-missiles-ukraine-2024-04-24/
South Korea Q1 GDP growth smashes estimates, but outlook's uncertain: The South Korean economy grew at the fastest pace in more than two years in the first ...
reuters.com/markets/asia/south-korea-q1-gdp-13-qq-beating-forecast-2024-04-24/
Quick Glance: South Korea Q1 GDP Growth Exceeds Estimates
- The South Korean economy grew faster than expected in the first quarter, driven by an increase in domestic consumption and robust exports. However, the sustainability of the recovery was questioned.
- GDP for the January-March quarter grew by 1.3%, marking the sharpest expansion since the fourth quarter of 2021 and surpassing all forecasts.
- Growth in domestic demand was the main factor behind the stronger-than-expected GDP, with private consumption increasing by 0.8%. Analysts expressed uncertainty regarding the long-term strength of economic growth.
- Despite a rebound in exports and an increase in government spending, uncertainty remains regarding inflation outlook and monetary policy, as the Bank of Korea reconsiders its economic growth projections for 2024.
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