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U.S. State Department Announces New Visa Bond Pilot Program

Washington - US The U.S. State Department is set to implement a new 12-month pilot program that could require some tourists and business travelers to...

Canadian Ministers Travel to Mexico to Strengthen Bilateral Ties

Canada- Montreal  Canada's Minister of Foreign Affairs, Anita Anand, and Minister of Finance, François-Philippe Champagne, are traveling to Mexico City for a two-day bilateral visit...

Starmer Ramps Up Diplomatic Offensive on Gaza, Strengthens Ties with Oman

London, UK – July 30, 2025 – In a day of intense diplomatic activity, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer held critical discussions with New...

Beijing Offers “Constructive Role” in De-escalating Thailand-Cambodia Border Conflict

London, UK – July 29, 2025 –  As deadly clashes continue to plague the border between Thailand and Cambodia, China has publicly affirmed its commitment...

China Slams US Over Reported Detention of Another Chinese Scholar, Alleges “Political Manipulation”

Beijing, China – July 28, 2025 –  China has sharply condemned the reported detention of yet another Chinese scholar conducting research in the United States...

Trump Administration Loosens Tech Export Restrictions on China 

Washington D.C. – July 28, 2025 –  The Trump administration has reportedly moved to ease certain restrictions on technological exports to China, a strategic manoeuvre...

Broader Trade Landscape: Brazil Tariffs and US Trade Deals

It’s reported that the U.S. government is threatening to impose 50% tariffs against Brazil starting August 1.  This move is seen by some as a...

Ukraine Targets Chinese and Other Entities in New Sanctions Package

Kyiv, Ukraine – July 28, 2025 –  Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has signed a decree approving a fresh round of sanctions against 53 individuals and...

China Lodges Strong Protest Over Taiwan Foreign Affairs Head’s “Private” Trip to Japan

Beijing, China – July 28, 2025 –  The Chinese government today expressed "strong dissatisfaction and firm opposition" to a recent "private" visit by Lin Chia-lung,...

AUKUS Defense Treaty: Australia and UK Sign 50-Year Commitment

Australia and the United Kingdom have signed a landmark 50-year defense treaty, solidifying their partnership under the AUKUS security pact. The treaty, signed on...

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