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Heating with electricity: Scholz remains silent on heat pump and doubts Habeck: The heating manufacturer Viessmann risks a billion investment in the heat pump ...
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Cannabis and Abortion: The Traffic Light Makes the Same Mistake Again: Not allowed, but tolerated: This is how cannabis consumption and abortion worked well in ...
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German Leader Scholz Warns China Over Dumping, Overcapacity Echoing US: German Chancellor Olaf Scholz instructed Chinese officials to promote free trade and ...
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Quick Glance: Scholz Organizes Crisis Diplomacy in China
- Scholz condemns Iran's attacks on Israel and plans crisis communication with G7 partners.
- China trip focusing on economy and geopolitical role, despite dilemma in relations.
- Business delegation accompanies Scholz, de-risking in other countries, export wave heading towards Germany.
- Scholz aims to influence China regarding Ukraine conflict and Iran crisis, despite existing dependencies.
Iran attacks Israel: Germany struggles for its reason of state: The Federal Chancellor and the Foreign Minister assure Israel of their solidarity and strongly ...
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Quick Glance: The Night Iran's Missile Show Rattled Israel
- In Tehran, 'Operation True Promise' launched an unprecedented aerial assault on Israel.
- The direct clash between powerful militaries showcased Israel's defense and Iran's display of power.
- Despite minor damages and injuries, the question remains whether this attack signifies further escalation or the start of a war.
- The missile and drone strikes resulted in minimal damage, with Israel and allies successfully intercepting most projectiles.
Germany: Parliament’s lower house to vote on gender self-determination law: German lawmakers have approved legislation that will make it easier for transgender ...
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Quick Glance: Germany: Lower House Passes Gender Self-Determination Law
- German lawmakers approved a law making it easier for transgender, intersex, and nonbinary individuals to change their name and gender in official records.
- The self-determination law will be effective on November 1, allowing adults to change their name and legal gender without additional formalities.
- The new regulations will permit minors aged 14 and above to change their name and gender with parental consent, while parents would apply on behalf of children under 14 at registry offices.
- The reforms also include legalizing limited cannabis possession, easing rules for German citizenship, and ending restrictions on dual citizenship.
Apple says it was ordered it to remove WhatsApp and Threads from China App Store: China's Cyberspace Administration ordered Apple to pull Threads and WhatsApp ...
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Quick Glance: Apple's Response to Chinese Government Directive on App Removal
- Apple responded to a directive from the Chinese government by removing WhatsApp and Threads from the App Store in China.
- The Cyberspace Administration of China cited security concerns as the reason for the app removal.
- However, the apps are still available for download in other app stores.
- Meta has not yet responded to reports of the removal.
Scholz Arrives in China on a Mission to Dial Down Trade Tensions: German Chancellor Olaf Scholz will take a delicate message to China this week: Beijing has not ...
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"Hello, this is Olaf Scholz": German government launches its own WhatsApp channel
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FBI opens criminal investigation into Baltimore bridge collapse, AP source says: The FBI is conducting a criminal investigation into the deadly collapse of ...
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Quick Glance: Investigation of Key Bridge Incident
- The FBI has initiated a criminal investigation focusing on the colossal container vessel that caused the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore last month.
- Authorities are examining the sequence of events that led to the Dali, a 985-foot Singaporean ship, losing power as it departed from the Port of Baltimore and colliding with one of the bridge's support pillars.
- Federal agents appeared to have boarded the ship on Monday morning to conduct a search.
- President Biden and Maryland Governor Wes Moore (D) have expressed their commitment to hold accountable any entities potentially responsible for the bridge's destruction.
Philippines says decision to strengthen ties with Japan, US a 'sovereign choice': The Philippines' decision to ramp up ties with Japan and the United States is a ...
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Indonesia Calls On China to Help Cool Middle East Tensions: Indonesia urged China to use its influence to prevent an escalation of tensions in the Middle East ...
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German chancellor urges Israel not to retaliate after Iran attack | DPA: German Chancellor Olaf Scholz urged Israel not to respond to Iran's direct attack ...
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Russia's war against Ukraine: Scholz calls on EU partners for further Patriot systems
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Meloni Seeks China Reset After Italy Ditches Belt and Road Pact: Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni is embarking on a charm offensive with Beijing as she ...
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Solomon Islands election puts China’s Pacific influence in spotlight: Incumbent Manasseh Sogavare’s development and security pact with Beijing has stoked western ...
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China coastguard blocks Philippines vessels as maritime tension grows: Incident just days after Washington reiterated its security ties to Manila
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Chancellor wants fair competition with China: Chancellor Scholz uses the visit to China to protect the position of German companies. EU Commission President von ...
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Parallel to Scholz's trip to China: Federal Commissioner for Anti-Discrimination criticizes Chancellor's TikTok appearance
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Chancellor's morale-boosting trip: Olaf Scholz travels halfway around the world to lecture China again. What came of it? - Die Weltwoche
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Scholz on TikTok: The chancellor's most loyal friend: Chancellor Scholz has recently made his presence felt on TikTok. The most successful video so far: a ...
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We don't all smoke weed in Germany, Scholz assures Chinese students: Chancellor Olaf Scholz on Monday reassured Chinese students in Shanghai that they did not ...
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Philippines says it won't give US access to more local military bases: The Philippine president says his administration has no plan to give the U.S ...
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Quick Glance: Philippines Rejects US Access to More Military Bases
- President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. allowed US access to four more Philippine military bases, bringing the total to nine.
- The Biden administration is strengthening alliances in the region to counter China, aligning with Philippine efforts to enhance external defense.
- Marcos emphasizes that the presence of US troops is in response to China's aggressive actions in the South China Sea.
- China accuses the Philippines of providing the US with bases that could undermine its security.
EU could put Iran's Revolutionary Guard on terror list: Israel is demanding that the EU “change course” and cites the classification of Iran’s elite military ...
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Quick Glance: US imposes new sanctions on Iran's drone program
- The United States imposed new sanctions Thursday on sixteen people and two entities associated with Iran’s drone program to punish Tehran for the weekend's attack on Israel.
- The sanctions target executives of an engine manufacturer supplying Iran’s Shahad-131 drones, companies servicing the engines, and individuals providing the drones to Iranian proxy forces in the Middle East.
- Coordinated with European allies, the new sanctions aim to disrupt Iran's missile and drone program and isolate the country globally.
- President Joe Biden emphasized the US commitment to holding Iran accountable, utilizing economic tools to counter Iran's activities, as stated by Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen.
Scholz to Hold Talks Next Week With China’s Xi in Beijing: German Chancellor Olaf Scholz will hold talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing on April 16 ...
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Climate activist escalates further on hunger strike: Three climate activists on hunger strike: Michael Winter, Richard Cluse and Wolfang Metzeler-Kick ...
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Germany's Scholz in China: we want fair auto market but no dumping: German Chancellor Olaf Scholz on Monday pressed his case for an open and fair European market ...
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Israel's war cabinet: Damage Iran, but don't start a war: Israel's war cabinet has discussed a response to the Iranian attack. According to media reports ...
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Quick Glance: New Measures Against Iran and Escalation in West Bank
- The United States intends to take further actions against Iran in the coming days to address the attacks on Israel over the weekend, as announced by US officials on Tuesday.
- To combat the escalation in the Israeli-occupied West Bank, Israeli and Palestinian officials reported the deaths of two Palestinians shot by Israeli settlers on Monday.
Chancellor candidacy: Habeck has to do it: The Greens used to be a party with a clear brand core, now they are a general store with a high proportion of junk ...
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Olaf Scholz has let German SMEs down in China: Federal Chancellor Olaf Scholz does not dare to name China's anti-market subsidy policy ...
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Biden to warn on Beijing's South China Sea moves in Philippines-Japan summit: Long-simmering tensions between China and its neighbors will be in the spotlight on ...
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Quick Glance: Biden emphasizes US support for Philippines and Japan
- President Joe Biden reinforced the unwavering U.S. defense commitment to Pacific allies.
- The Philippines and China have faced repeated confrontations in the disputed South China Sea.
- The White House highlighted the significance of the first-ever trilateral summit with Japan and the Philippines as a response to China's attempts at "intimidation".
- The United States, the United Kingdom, and Japan announced joint military exercises in the Indo-Pacific for 2025.
Iran able to 'handle situation' and spare Middle East more tension, China's foreign minister says
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US and China defence ministers in first significant contact since 2022: Pentagon says Lloyd Austin stressed importance of freedom of navigation in call with Dong ...
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US vows ‘ironclad’ defence of Philippines military in South China Sea: Support from Washington reflects mounting alarm at Beijing’s assertiveness in Indo-Pacific
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Olaf Scholz on social media: Chancellor joke about TikTok is a disgrace: Olaf Scholz is now on TikTok and promises not to dance there. It sounds funny ...
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The Five Futures of Russia: And How America Can Prepare for Whatever Comes Next: And how America can prepare for whatever comes next.
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Scholz heads to China as Ukraine war, Taiwan tensions loom large: German Chancellor Olaf Scholz heads to China on Saturday for a three-day trip in which he is ...
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Chancellor on military aid: Scholz sees support for Ukraine as "key to restoring peace"
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Quick Glance: Scholz: Military Aid Key to Peace in Ukraine
- Olaf Scholz emphasizes that only military aid will make Putin compromise.
- He highlights the importance of Western support for Ukraine.
- Scholz calls for strengthening the European defense industry and warns against right-wing populism.
- The Social Democrats nominate Nicolas Schmit as their lead candidate for the European elections.
Hunger strike for the climate in Berlin: “Olaf Scholz wants to let me die”: There has been a protest camp in front of the Chancellery in Berlin since the end of ...
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US support vital for Ukraine's survival, Japan PM tells Congress: Ukraine risks collapsing under Russia's onslaught without U.S. support, a disaster that could ...
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Quick Glance: Kishida Warns of Global Risks in US Congress
- Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida emphasizes the need for US support to maintain hope in Ukraine and protect Asia from harsher realities in a speech to the US Congress.
- Kishida urges the US to continue playing a crucial role in international affairs, especially in the face of threats posed by China, Russia, and North Korea.
- Despite support for Kishida's remarks championing a free and open Indo-Pacific, some conservative Republicans remained seated during his call for support for Ukraine's fight against Russia.
- Kishida and President Joe Biden unveiled a list of initiatives to deepen their military cooperation and jointly condemned China's 'dangerous and escalatory' actions in the region.
Bundeswehr mission in Mali: shocking results after ten years: Federal Chancellor Olaf Scholz wants to pay tribute to the German military mission in the West ...
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Biden urged to ban China-made electric vehicles from the US: Senate Banking Committee chair called Chinese EVs an "existential threat" to the US motor industry.
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"No conscript army": Scholz: "Military service as it used to be" will no longer exist
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Quick Glance: Chancellor in VRM Talk: Challenges with the AfD
- Federal Chancellor Olaf Scholz (SPD) discusses the threat posed by the AfD and its proximity to right-wing extremism.
- He emphasizes that the AfD aims to polarize society and warns about its ties to Russia.
- Scholz calls for measures to reduce the influence of the AfD and talks about the upcoming state elections.
- He explains that the government must highlight achievements to diminish the appeal of the AfD and stresses the importance of reducing bureaucracy.
Iranian attack on Israel: Scholz condemns "irresponsible and unjustifiable attack"
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Scholz wants Xi to stop Russia’s war. Xi wants Europe to stop trade war.: Beijing “is not a security threat,” Chinese president tells German chancellor.
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With eyes on China, US and Japan vow new security collaboration: U.S. President Joe Biden and Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida promised a
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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.
Greens launch their own Tiktok channel: The Greens are now on Tiktok. AfD leader Weidel is sidelined in a video. The Federal Foreign Office is also looking into ...
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Scholz on a trip to China: At an altitude of 11,900 meters, the chancellor learns of Iran's attack
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Former Chancellor Schröder turns 80 - Scholz only congratulates by letter: The former chancellor is celebrating his 80th birthday. Because of his friendship with ...
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Quick Glance: No Congratulations from Karlsruhe North for Gerhard Schröder
- Former Chancellor Gerhard Schröder receives few official congratulations for his 80th birthday, largely due to his support for Putin.
- Local party members advise Schröder to retire and distance themselves from his politics, with some even suggesting his exit from the SPD.
- Opinions on the Agenda 2010 and Hartz IV among party members vary, with some praising the economic benefits while others criticize the social impacts.
- Personal experiences with Schröder lead to mixed opinions, with most respondents being skeptical of the former chancellor.
Germany to send Patriot air-defense system to Ukraine but holds out on Taurus missiles
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Scholz before the meeting with China's Xi: "He will try to speak a clear language"
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Budget 2025: The traffic light government faces its most difficult task yet - drama inevitable
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Ex-Regensburg resident on hunger strike for a month: climate protest to the death?
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+++ Crisis in the Middle East +++: Scholz advises Israel to "contribute to de-escalation"
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Supermarket customer attacks Chancellor Scholz because of price increases: “Stop it!”
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US opens probe into 3,322 GM Cadillac Lyriq EVs over loss of brake assist: The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) said on Monday it has ...
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Nearly 90% of chips used in Russia come from China despite US sanctions: Report: Sanctions drive prices of chips for Russia considerably, but they cannot stop ...
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Yellen meets with China's central bank chief, presses case on excess capacity: U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen is set to wrap up four days of meetings in ...
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Quick Glance: China and U.S. to Engage in Intensive Talks on Economic Balance
- US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen announced intensive talks with China to address America's competitive disadvantages.
- Both sides will engage in intensive discussions on balanced economic growth and initiate exchanges on combating money laundering.
- Yellen emphasized the importance of addressing American concerns regarding overcapacity in Chinese production.
- The meetings will be held under existing economic and financial working group frameworks to address balanced growth and money laundering.
AfD politician goes berserk in Thai restaurant - and is arrested!: An AfD politician was arrested for rioting in a Thai restaurant. He is said to have been ...
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Quick Glance: Alleged Thailand Island Incident: AfD Politician Briefly Detained by Police
- Niels Foitzik, AfD candidate, caused police interventions in Thailand.
- Foitzik denies drug use, claims health issues during incidents.
- Internal power struggles within Stuttgart AfD before local elections.
- Stuttgart AfD candidates oppose 'Seebrücke' and have extremist ties.
China tried to meddle but Canadians decided the last two elections, says PM Trudeau
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Quick Glance: Alleged Chinese Interference in Canadian Elections: Trudeau Confirms Independence
- Canada's Prime Minister Justin Trudeau reported to an official inquiry that China attempted to intervene in the last two Canadian elections, but the outcomes were unaffected, and it was deemed 'improbable' that Beijing favored a specific party.
- Under pressure from opposition lawmakers dissatisfied with media reports on China's potential involvement in the elections, Trudeau established the commission.
- Erin O'Toole, who led the main opposition Conservative party during the 2021 campaign, estimated that Chinese interventions may have cost his party up to nine seats but did not alter the election's course. Trudeau's Liberal Party emerged victorious in both instances.
- Canada's domestic intelligence agency informed the commission of China's 'clandestine and deceptive' interference in both elections, marking the most substantial evidence thus far of suspected Chinese meddling in Canadian politics.
China relaxes German farm product controls in drive to win friends: HAMBURG, Germany -- China relaxed controls on German agricultural products Tuesday as ...
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A Trove of ByteDance Records Mistakenly Went Public. Here’s What They Say.: The records briefly surfaced in a lawsuit involving the Republican megadonor Jeff ...
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EU countries to pledge help for solar sector, but no trade curbs on China, draft shows
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EU fiddles on Middle East as Ukraine burns: EU leaders look set to focus on Iran — where there is little they can achieve — while still failing to flex real ...
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China Market Trouble: Beijing Aims to Curb Speculation With Reform Plan: China is seeking to end the years of speculator driven boom-and-bust trading by pivoting ...
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Zelenskyy blasts Scholz’s reason for not sending German Taurus missiles: Ukraine’s leader says the chancellor wants the missiles to defend Germany — which is not ...
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China foreign ministry welcomes Blinken's visit to China as tensions simmer: China's foreign ministry on Thursday welcomed U.S. Secretary of State Antony ...
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German companies are not on an equal footing: Scholz is working on economic relations in China
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According to US information: China to help Russia expand its military: According to US insiders, Beijing is the key factor in the revitalization of the Russian ...
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Sugar festival: Chancellor Scholz congratulates Muslims - Immediately there was a hail of heavy criticism
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Macron and Scholz call for 're-balancing' EU-China trade relations: French President Emmanuel Macron and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz called on Friday for a ...
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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 ...
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Zelenskyy after conversation with Scholz: Ukraine will also receive missiles for air defence systems
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Quick Glance: Germany Delivers Additional Patriot System to Ukraine
- The German government is delivering another Patriot air defense system to Ukraine to strengthen its defense against Russia.
- Defense Minister Pistorius emphasizes the importance of support given the Russian aggression and destruction in Ukraine.
- Foreign Minister Baerbock highlights the role of the Patriot system in enhancing the protection of the Ukrainian population.
- Ukrainian President Selenskyj has repeatedly called for more Patriot systems to defend against missile and drone attacks on his country.
Putin and Xi’s Unholy Alliance: Why the West Won’t Be Able to Drive a Wedge Between Russia and China
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Quick Glance: Hong Kong Denies Entry to Press Freedom Advocate
- Reporters Without Borders reported that a representative of the organization was deported from Hong Kong upon arrival on Wednesday.
- Aleksandra Bielakowska, a representative of Reporters Without Borders based in Taiwan, was detained for six hours at Hong Kong International Airport and then deported without explanation.
- Bielakowska traveled to Hong Kong to meet with journalists and monitor the trial of media tycoon Jimmy Lai, who faces possible life imprisonment for national security offenses.
- Hong Kong has witnessed a significant decline in press freedom in recent years, ranking 140th out of 180 countries and territories in Reporters Without Borders' 2023 World Press Freedom Index.
President Biden moves to triple tariff rates on Chinese steel and aluminum: Biden will announce to the United Steelworkers union in Pittsburgh that he's calling ...
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Quick Glance: Joe Biden Calls for Significant Increase in Tariffs on Chinese Steel
- US President Joe Biden is pushing for an increase in tariffs on Chinese steel and aluminium to strengthen union support in the swing state of Pennsylvania.
- During a meeting with United Steelworkers union members in Pittsburgh, Biden calls on trade representative Katherine Tai to raise the tariffs from the current average of 7.5 percent.
- The main focus of the measures is to combat China's new export surge and the ongoing price pressure that makes it difficult for American steel companies to compete.
- The Biden administration's decision to increase tariffs is expected to impact recent efforts by Washington and Beijing to stabilize relations.
German Firms in China Cite Unfair Competition: Two-thirds of German companies operating in China say they face unfair competition in the market ...
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Tesla to lay off more than 10 percent of its workers as sales slow: "Cost reductions and increased productivity" needed, says Musk.
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China humiliates Scholz. Authoritarian tendencies in the EU. Right-wing extremists on the rise in Thuringia? Billion for integration courses - Die Weltwoche
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Anti-discrimination commissioner Ataman sharply criticizes Scholz: Shortly before his visit to China, Chancellor Scholz opened a TikTok channel to reach younger ...
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Scholz warns Iran against further escalating conflict with Israel: German Chancellor Olaf Scholz pledged his support to Israel after the country got hit by ...
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