The recent trilateral summit between China, Japan, and South Korea highlighted the importance of rejecting protectionism and upholding free trade in the region. Chinese Premier Li Qiang emphasized the need to avoid turning economic and trade issues into political games or security matters. He urged the countries to view each other as partners and opportunities
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As Lithuania prepares for its upcoming presidential election, the incumbent Gitanas Nauseda is favored to secure a victory in a campaign that has been heavily influenced by security concerns in the post-Soviet state. The Baltic nation, with a population of 2.8 million, has been a strong supporter of Ukraine since the Russian invasion in 2022.
Abraham George’s recent election as the chair of the Republican Party of Texas marks a significant shift in the organization’s approach to corporate partnerships. The Texas Republican Convention, which took place in San Antonio, saw a departure from the traditional sponsorship model that has long been in place. This change comes at a time when
The recent memo from the Federal Deposit Insurance Corp.’s internal watchdog revealed that there had been a delay in reporting allegations of misconduct by senior officials within the agency. This revelation is part of a larger investigation into sexual abuse and harassment at the FDIC that has been ongoing for several months. Issues with Reporting
Malaysia’s former prime minister Mahathir Mohamad recently spoke out to deny any involvement in corrupt practices, following an investigation by the Malaysia Anti-Corruption Commission. He stated that during his time in office, there was corruption, but he made sure that neither he nor his family members were involved in any corrupt activities to avoid accusations
Fani Willis, the Fulton County District Attorney, has emerged victorious in the Democratic primary against challenger Christian Wise Smith. With high name recognition and the advantages of incumbency, Willis’ victory was not surprising. She is now set to face off against Republican Courtney Kramer in the general election. Superior Court Judge Scott McAfee, who was
The recent tragic helicopter crash that claimed the life of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi has left a significant impact on the political landscape of Iran. Mourners from all over the country gathered in Tabriz to pay their respects and honor the late president in a funeral ceremony. The somber event was documented by various media
The tragic death of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi in a helicopter crash has sent shockwaves throughout Tehran, exacerbating the existing challenges of economic decline, social unrest, and ongoing conflicts. The helicopter incident, which also claimed the life of Iran’s Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian, has left the nation grappling with uncertainty about its future leadership. With
President Joe Biden recently gave a commencement speech at Morehouse College, where he not only discussed his investments in Black communities but also addressed the ongoing conflict in Gaza. During the speech, President Biden highlighted the efforts being made to reconnect Black neighborhoods that have been previously cut off due to old highways and decades
Scottie Scheffler, the world’s top golfer, found himself in hot water after being arrested and charged with felony assault on a police officer and reckless driving. The chaotic incident occurred just outside the PGA Championship in Louisville, Kentucky, early Friday morning. Scheffler was detained after driving on a median toward the entrance of the Valhalla