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China and ASEAN complete free trade area negotiations
Beijing, May 21 (Prensa Latina) China and the Association of South East Asian Nations (ASEAN) announced on Wednesday the successful completion of all negotiations on the Version 3.0 China-ASEAN Free Trade Area (CAFTA). The post China and ASEAN complete free trade area negotiations first appeared on Prensa Latina.
Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source:
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A โfundamental regime shiftโ could be underway as investors rethink U.S. assets, ECB says
In its latest Financial Stability Review, the central bank discussed the recent spike in market volatility.
Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source:Who is the former Marine Handed Over by Venezuela to the U.S.?
Joe St. Clairโs release took place occurred amid ongoing negotiations between Venezuela and the United States. On Tuesday, Venezuelan authorities released Joe St. Clair, a former U.S. Marine who was captured in November 2024 while engaging in activities suspected of terrorism. RELATED: Venezuela Hands Over U.S. Military Veteran Ahead of Chevron License Extension His release [โฆ]
Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source:Africa: MMV Welcomes African Leaders' Call to Address Growing Threat of Antimalarial Drug Resistance
[MMV] The unified stance from the World Health Organization's African Member States signals strengthened regional resolve and global collaboration to tackle emerging drug resistance
Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source:Israel says drone strike in Lebanon killed Radwan Force commander
Israel says drone strike in Lebanon killed Radwan Force commander The Israeli military said on Wednesday that a drone strike on Lebanon killed a commander of Hezbollah's Radwan Force. Israel said it launched two drone strikes in Lebanon. The Radwan commander was killed inYater, southern Lebanon, Israel said.
Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source:Israeli flag flies in Morocco during military drill, sparking indignation
Israeli flag flies in Morocco during military drill, sparking indignation Submitted by Rayhan Uddin on Wed, 05/21/2025 - 15:07 Israel's participation in annual multilateral exercise marks latest strengthening of ties with Morocco, despite domestic backlash Troops from a number of nations walk past flags during the Africa Lion military drill in Morocco on 13 May 2025 (Screengrab/X) Off As the annual โAfrican Lionโ...
Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source:EU, Arab diplomats come under Israeli fire in occupied West Bankโs Jenin
Several nations roundly condemn the incident and call for a transparent investigation.
Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source:South Africa: Cosatu 2025/26 Budget 3.0 Reaction Statement
[COSATU] The Congress of South African Trade Unions (COSATU) notes the revised 2025/26 Budget tabled at Parliament. Whilst welcoming important progressive allocations that COSATU campaigned for, we remain concerned that the Budget may not provide the stimulatory effect the economy desperately needs. We welcome government's decision to withdraw the proposed VAT hike as it would have been an unnecessary burden to workers...
Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source:Somalia: Somali Forces Kill Senior Al-Shabaab Leader in Operation, Says Nisa
[Shabelle] Mogadishu -- Somalia's National Intelligence and Security Agency (NISA) announced on Sunday that its elite forces, Gaashaan, killed a senior Al-Shabaab commander during a planned operation late Saturday night.
Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source:Somalia: White House Says U.S. Military Killed Over 100 Militants in Somalia Since Trump Took Office
[Shabelle] Washington -- The United States has killed more than 100 militants in Somalia since President Donald Trump assumed office on January 20, the White House announced on Wednesday.
Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source:EU's top diplomat slams Israel for firing toward diplomats visiting Jenin
EU's top diplomat slams Israel for firing toward diplomats visiting Jenin The EUโs top diplomat, Kaja Kallas, said on Wednesday it was โunacceptableโ for the Israeli army to fire โwarning shots but still shotsโ towards a delegation of European officials visiting the city of Jenin in the occupied West Bank. The group was visiting Jenin, which has been under Israeli assault. Their visit was pre-approved. Israel said they...
Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source:Nigeria: Listening to Respond - Creating People-Centred Care for Primary Healthcare in Nigeria
[Nigeria Health Watch] The Nigeria Health Sector Renewal Investment Initiative (NHSRII) and its ambitious 4-Point Agenda represent a comprehensive roadmap aimed at building a more responsive, equitable, and resilient health system, with the ultimate goal of achieving Universal Health Coverage (UHC) and improving population health outcomes.
Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source:Western countries reveal major Russian cyber-espionage campaign
Attacks ramped up after Moscow invaded Ukraine in February 2022.
Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source:Chinaโs Soft Power Play in North Korea
โChina has noticed that North Korea's controls on Chinese cultural content have relaxed as the country harshly cracks down on South Korean content,โ a source told Daily NK.
Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source:Germany deploys troops on NATO's eastern flank
The Bundeswehr has sent its new Armored Brigade 45 to Lithuania, Germany's first permanent foreign troop deployment since World War II. Chancellor Friedrich Merz will attend the ceremonial roll call this week.
Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source:The Tariff War Revealed the Depth of China-US Trade Dependence
The abrupt disruption in trade exposed significant vulnerabilities on both sides, leading to the tariff drawdown announced in Geneva.
Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source:The UK has spoken out against the โmonstrousโ human catastrophe in Gaza. Why wonโt Australia do more? | Donald Rothwell
Foreign affairs minister Penny Wong has called the risk to babies โhorrifyingโ but there is more Australia could do to make its position on Gaza clearGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe humanitarian situation in Gaza has reached a breaking point, with 2.1 million Palestinians trying to survive human catastrophe on the strip.While there is a very faint flicker of hope that Israel is...
Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source:East Africa: Where Are Kenyan Activist Boniface Mwangi and Ugandan Journalist Atuhaire?
[allAfrica] Boniface Mwangi, a prominent Kenyan activist known for his fight against corruption and police brutality, was detained in Tanzania, where he had travelled to attend the treason trial of opposition leader Tundu Lissu. Mwangi was arrested at a Dar es Salaam hotel with Ugandan journalist Agather Atuhaire, and they were both held overnight at the city's central police station.
Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source:Russia Welcomes the Vaticanโs Willingness to Contribute to Peace
U.S. President Trump called the idea of the Vatican hosting peace talks โa great idea.โ On Wednesday, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said Russia welcomes any countryโs willingness to contribute to a peaceful resolution of the conflict in Ukraine, referring to the Vaticanโs readiness to host the next round of negotiations between Russian and Ukrainian representatives. [โฆ]
Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source:Singer Chris Brown free on bail while awaiting trial over alleged London nightclub attack
A British judge ordered Grammy-winning singer Chris Brown released on 5-million-pound ($9.3 million Cdn) bail on Wednesday while facing allegations he beat and seriously injured a music producer with a bottle in a London nightclub in 2023.
Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source:X restricted in Tanzania after police targeted by hackers
After being compromised, explicit images and misinformation were shared on the police's account.
Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source:Beijing vows tit-for-tat in chip war, top US-China diplomats meet: SCMP daily highlights
From Beijing vowing to react to a possible Huawei ban to โcandidโ talks between US and China envoys, hereโs a round-up from todayโs coverage.
Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source:Hong Kongโs Grand Ocean Cinema to close down after 56 years of making memories
Cinema chain operator Golden Harvest announces venue is shutting down, with it becoming fourth of its movie theatres to close since April last year.
Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source:Sergey Brin points to where Google Glasses failed โ and what Android XR gets right
Google co-founder Sergey Brin on Tuesday said he's learned from his "mistakes" since the failed Google Glass launch in 2013.
Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source:South Africa: 'This is Not an Austerity Budget' - Finance Minister Godongwana
[allAfrica] Cape Town -- "This is not an austerity Budget" were among the first words South African Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana spoke on his third attempt to present the country's 2025 Budget to South Africa.
Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source:China urges trust, cooperation with Pakistan, Afghanistan as regional tensions mount
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi pledges support, security cooperation as his counterparts discuss improving diplomatic ties.
Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source:Taiwanโs Former President Tsai Ing-wen Tours Europe (Again)
Since leaving office, Tsai has taken on a role as an unofficial diplomat for Taiwan, particularly visited countries that strengthened ties during her time as president.
Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source:Trumpโs Gold Dome Anti-Missile System To Cost $175 Billion
โOur enemies, our adversaries, will be paying very close attention to this,โ Defense Secretary Hegseth stated. On Tuesday, U.S. President Donald Trump announced that the construction of the โGolden Dome,โ a missile defense shield intended to protect the country, will cost approximately US$175 billion and is expected to be completed by the end of his [โฆ]
Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source:2 more Italian MEPs could lose immunity in Huawei corruption probe
Parliament to process immunity waiver for Fulvio Martsuciello, Giusi Princi, and three other lawmakers.
Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source:A Look Beyond Seats: How Independents Are Gaining Ground in Australia
The overall combined primary vote for Australiaโs major parties has continued to decline, opening space for independents to make gains.
Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source:India strikes โbreakthroughโ blow against Maoist rebels, eliminating top leader
Twenty-seven rebels were killed, including Nambala Keshav Rao, the general secretary of the banned Communist Party of India-Maoist group, the interior ministry said.
Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source:South Africa: All Eyes On President Ramaphosa As Washington Visit Puts SA-U.S. Relations in Focus
[SAnews.gov.za] Washington D.C., United States - All eyes are on President Ramaphosa today as he meets with U.S. President Donald Trump at the White House for a high-level engagement set to redefine South Africa's diplomatic and economic ties with the United States.
Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source:Africa: NATO and the G7 - Global Power Fractures That Africa Must Watch
[ISS] Geopolitical shifts in the Western alliance could considerably impact Africa's fortunes.
Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source:Cameroon: From Refugee to Entrepreneur - the Inspiring Journey of Haphizou Amadou Aziri
[UNHCR] In the heart of University of Yaounde 2, the fragrant aroma of fried eggs and spaghetti known locally as "deux oeufs spaghetti" draws students and locals alike to a vibrant cafe restaurant. Here owner Haphizou Amadou Azari, former refugee turned thriving entrepreneur exemplifies the resilience, fostered by UNHCR and its partners, in providing lasting solutions through education and livelihood initiatives.
Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source:Biodiversity loss demands urgent global action, says UN chief
UN Secretary-General Antรณnio Guterres has called on countries to radically rethink their relationship with nature, warning that biodiversity loss is a global crisis no nation can ignore.
Published on: May 21, 2025 | Source: