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U.S. Senator Tom Cotton lashes out at EU deforestation rules
Republican U.S. Senator Tom Cotton has joined a group of U.S. lawmakers in voicing strong opposition to the European Union’s Deforestation-Free Regulation (EUDR), arguing that it …
Hundreds arrested in Turkey after arrest of Istanbul Mayor
In Turkey, 37 people have been arrested for ‘provocative messages’ on social media that ‘incite crime and hatred’ after the arrest of Istanbul mayor Ekrem …
EU postpones first import tariffs on American products until mid-April
The European Union has postponed the first hefty import tariffs – a counter-reaction to the American tariffs on steel and aluminium – until mid-April. This …
EU to invest 4.7bn euro in South Africa
The European Union is going to invest over 4.7 billion euros in South Africa. Of that, 4 billion euros is intended to finance the transition …
South Africa Weighs Special Investment Terms for Elon Musk
The South African government is reportedly considering ways to allow Elon Musk’s companies to invest in the country without fully complying with Black Economic Empowerment …
EU and India aim to seal free trade agreement by the end of the year
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced on Friday that the European Union and India are committed to finalizing a free-trade agreement by the …
Geologists caution research is needed to value Ukraine’s mineral wealth
Ukraine’s subsoil holds an abundance of valuable raw materials, including lithium, graphite, and cobalt, positioning the country as a potential economic powerhouse. The United States, …
Bird flu: EU donates 1 million euros to Vietnam
The European Commission has announced it will release 1 million euros on Wednesday to fight bird flu in Vietnam. European Commissioner for Health David Byrne announced …
France Adjusts Military Strategy in Africa, Retains Troops in Ivory Coast
As France scales back its military presence in West and Central Africa, it remains to be seen how this shift will impact its strategic role …
EU and Malaysia Relaunch Trade Talks
The European Union (EU) and Malaysia have officially resumed negotiations for a Free Trade Agreement (FTA), aiming to enhance economic cooperation and unlock new trade …
Trump claims credit for Gaza ceasefire and calls himself ‘peacemaker’
New US President Donald Trump has claimed credit for the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, which took effect on 19 January. The US president thereby …
Denmark Seeks European Support to Counter Trump’s Greenland Push
Strengthening Alliances in Response to U.S. Pressure Denmark is scrambling to navigate an escalating diplomatic standoff with the United States over Greenland, as President Donald …