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U.S. State Department condemns China’s actions against Philippines
A press release on August 31, 2024 from the U.S. Department of State condemned the People’s Republic of China (PRC) for its aggressive actions against Philippine maritime operations at Sabina Shoal on August 31, where a Chinese Coast Guard vessel collided with a Philippine Coast Guard vessel.
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U.S. is Losing Southeast Asia to China
The recent shift in perceptions among Southeast Asian countries highlights a growing preference for China over the United States. According to a 2024 survey by the ISEAS-Yusof Ishak Institute, for the first time, more respondents from ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian Nations) countries prefer aligning with China rather than the…
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U.S. authorities confiscate Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro’s airplane
The United States has seized an aircraft belonging to Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, citing violations of US sanctions and other criminal concerns. The Dassault Falcon 900EX, likened to Venezuela’s Air Force One, was captured in the Dominican Republic and flown to Florida.
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U.S. Authorities Confiscate Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro’s Airplane
The United States has seized an aircraft belonging to Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, citing violations of US sanctions and other criminal concerns. The Dassault Falcon 900EX, likened to Venezuela’s Air Force One, was captured in the Dominican Republic and flown to Florida. The seizure marks a significant escalation in the…
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U.S. Supports Philippines in South China Sea, Condemns China
A press release on August 31, 2024 from the U.S. Department of State condemned the People’s Republic of China (PRC) for its aggressive actions against Philippine maritime operations at Sabina Shoal on August 31, where a Chinese Coast Guard vessel collided with a Philippine Coast Guard vessel. The press release…
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Canada imposes 100% tariff on electric vehicles imported from China
Canada has announced it will impose a 100% tariff on Chinese electric vehicle (EV) imports and a 25% tariff on imported steel and aluminum from China, starting October 1.
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Veteran Journalist Al Lewis Recognized for Excellence in Economic Reporting
Al Lewis, longtime columnist and former editor at The Wall Street Journal Sunday, has been recognized with the prestigious DUPN Recognition of Excellence Award for his distinguished career in business journalism. Spanning four decades, Lewis’s reporting and commentary have been noted for their clarity, wit and ability to humanize economic…
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CoronaVirus: Saudi Arabia, Iran and Japan take strong measures
Saudi Arabia, Iran and Japan take strong measures to contain the spread of CoronaVirus Covid-19, as various international health organizations are hinting towards a epidemic.
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Turkey launches military campaign in northern Syria
As Turkish military launches a military incursion into northern Syria, Turkey could possibly face sanctions from the Western countries, including EU members.
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