U.S. Trade Chief Signals Possible “Different Treatment” for South Africa Under African Trade Initiative

U.S. Trade Chief Signals Possible “Different Treatment” for South Africa Under African Trade Initiative

U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer on Tuesday indicated that South Africa could receive a different approach compared to other African nations if the United States extends its trade initiative with sub-Saharan Africa, which expired in September. Speaking at a Senate Appropriations subcommittee hearing, Greer emphasized that while the Trump administration supports a one-year extension of […]

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Cyclone Ditwah Threatens Sri Lanka’s Recovery, Pushes Families Deeper into Poverty

Cyclone Ditwah Threatens Sri Lanka’s Recovery, Pushes Families Deeper into Poverty

Sri Lanka’s tentative economic recovery is facing a serious setback as Cyclone Ditwah wreaks havoc across the island, destroying homes, roads, and vital crops, pushing thousands of families back into poverty. Officials warn that rebuilding costs could soar to $7 billion, placing further strain on a nation still grappling with its worst economic crisis in […]

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Trump Announces $12 Billion Aid Package to Support American Farmers Amid Trade Fallout

Trump Announces $12 Billion Aid Package to Support American Farmers Amid Trade Fallout

US President Donald Trump unveiled a $12 billion aid package for American farmers yesterday, aiming to provide relief to a vital community struggling under the weight of trade tensions and tariff policies. Speaking at a White House roundtable with agricultural producers, Trump emphasized that the measures were “very vital action to protect and defend American […]

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GCC Leaders Reaffirm Support for Syria’s Sovereignty at Bahrain Summit

GCC Leaders Reaffirm Support for Syria’s Sovereignty at Bahrain Summit

The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) on Wednesday strongly reaffirmed its commitment to Syria’s sovereignty, independence, and territorial integrity, while firmly rejecting foreign interference in the country’s internal affairs. This declaration came at the conclusion of the 46th GCC Summit, held at Sakhir Palace in Manama, Bahrain. In the summit’s concluding statement, known as the “Sakhir […]

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UN Security Council Makes Historic First Visit to Syria Ahead of Assad Ousting Anniversary

UN Security Council Makes Historic First Visit to Syria Ahead of Assad Ousting Anniversary

A historic moment unfolded on Thursday as a United Nations Security Council delegation arrived in Syria, marking the first-ever visit by the Council to the country. The visit comes just days ahead of the anniversary of the ousting of longtime ruler Bashar al-Assad. According to state news agency SANA, the delegation crossed into Syria via […]

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