US-China Trade Talks: Aiming for De-escalation in Geneva
As tensions rise between the world’s two largest economies, senior officials from the United States and China met in Geneva on 10 May 2024 to discuss the ongoing trade war…
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Trade Wars Escalate: US Tariffs Hit Canada, Mexico and China
The global economic scene is buzzing as President Donald Trump confirmed the imposition of hefty tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico, effective 4 March 2024. This move is set…
Macron and Trump Discuss Ukraine’s Future Amid Stark Differences
In a pivotal meeting at the White House, French President Emmanuel Macron and US President Donald Trump showcased their differing approaches toward the ongoing Ukraine conflict. Macron made history as…
Ukraine’s Fragile Future Amid Shifting US-Ties and Ongoing Conflict
As Ukraine enters the fourth year of its ongoing war with Russia, the atmosphere is fraught with uncertainty. With U.S. support wavering, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy faces the daunting task…
EU Leaders Tackle Defence Spending Amidst Trump’s Demands and Russian Threats
In a significant gathering on 3 February 2024, European Union leaders convened in Brussels to address pressing issues surrounding defence spending and geopolitical relations, especially concerning Russia. With the backdrop…
Ceasefire Deal in Gaza: Negotiations Intensify Amid Trump’s Inauguration
Negotiations to end the ongoing conflict in Gaza are ramping up, with a ceasefire deal closer than ever as the world awaits Donald Trump’s return to the White House. With…
TikTok’s Fate Hangs in the Balance with US Divestiture Law
As TikTok edges closer to potential ban in the United States, the clock is ticking on its parent company, ByteDance, which must divest from the popular app by 19 January…
Kremlin Responds to Trump’s Peace Plans for Ukraine Amid U.S. Nuclear Discussions
The Kremlin has taken note of discussions surrounding a potential peace plan for Ukraine as put forth by Donald Trump’s supporters while criticising the current U.S. administration’s approach to the…
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol Faces Unprecedented Challenges Amid Low Approval Ratings
As South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol approaches the halfway mark of his term, his administration grapples with a record-low approval rating and increasing pressure from opposition forces. As of…
Middle Eastern Leaders Seek Stability Amid Ongoing Conflicts Ahead of Trump’s Presidency
As tensions flare in Gaza and Lebanon, leaders from across the Arab and Muslim world are convening for a significant summit in Riyadh on 11 November 2023. This gathering seeks…
Yoon Suk Yeol and Donald Trump Discuss Strengthening US-South Korea Ties
SEOUL — In a significant development for international relations, South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol held a telephone conversation with US President-elect Donald Trump on 7 November 2024. They discussed…
Trump and Harris Battle for North Carolina Votes Ahead of Presidential Election
As the U.S. presidential election approaches, the race intensifies in battleground states, particularly North Carolina. With just a few days until voters head to the polls on 5 November 2024,…