Foreign Affairs

Jan
23
2025
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By Abia ThinkTank
A New Term, A New Trade Agenda: President Trump’s Second Term – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

A New Term, A New Trade Agenda: President Trump’s Second Term – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Columns/Opinions/Letters, Foreign Affairs
A New Term, A New Trade Agenda: President Trump's Second Term Donald Trump's presidency was marked by a significant shift in US trade policy, characterized by the imposition of tariffs on goods from various regions, including North and South America, Europe, Asia, and Africa. Trump's "America First" approach aimed to protect US industries and reduce the country's trade deficit. However, the tariffs had far-reaching consequences, sparking trade wars, diverting global supply chains, and impacting economies worldwide. The effects of Trump's tariffs were felt across the globe, with each region experiencing unique challenges and opportunities. In North and South America, the…
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Jan
22
2025
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Okonjo-Iweala Speaks Amid Trump Tariff Threats

Okonjo-Iweala Speaks Amid Trump Tariff Threats

Columns/Opinions/Letters, Economy, Foreign Affairs, World News
Okonjo-Iweala Speaks Amid Trump Tariff Threats Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, director-general of the World Trade Organisation (WTO), has called for calm over tariff threats by United States (US) President Donald Trump. On Monday, after his presidential inauguration, Trump threatened to impose 25 percent tariffs on Mexico and Canada for failing to meet US immigration standards by February 1. At the 2025 World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, Switzerland, Okonjo-Iweala addressed the development during a panel discussion held on Tuesday. Okonjo-Iweala advised WTO members to observe actual policy implementations before reacting, saying calmness is necessary during uncertain developments. “I’m concerned, but you can…
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Jan
21
2025
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The Economics Of America’s Full Withdrawal From WHO: A New Era Of Global Health Leadership And Economic Growth – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

The Economics Of America’s Full Withdrawal From WHO: A New Era Of Global Health Leadership And Economic Growth – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Columns/Opinions/Letters, Foreign Affairs, World News
The Economics of America's Full Withdrawal from WHO: A New Era of Global Health Leadership and Economic Growth The United States' decision to withdraw from the World Health Organization (WHO) marks a significant shift in the global health landscape. As the largest contributor to the WHO, accounting for approximately 15% of the organization's budget, the US withdrawal is expected to have far-reaching economic and health implications. According to the WHO's 2020-2021 budget, the US contributed $893 million, with a significant portion of these funds supporting global health programs, research, and development. Despite the potential challenges, the US withdrawal from the…
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Jan
21
2025
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World Standstill As Donald Trump Sworn In As 47th US President

World Standstill As Donald Trump Sworn In As 47th US President

Foreign Affairs, News Flash, Politics, World News
Donald Trump Sworn In As 47th US President Donald Trump has been sworn in as the 47th President of the United States (POTUS). The 78-year-old made a rare comeback four years after he lost to Joe Biden. Trump promised a blitz of immediate orders on immigration and the US culture wars as he caps his extraordinary comeback. Republican Trump, 78, was a political outsider at his first inauguration in 2017, but as he takes the oath as the 47th US president he is surrounded by America’s wealthy and powerful. The world’s richest man, Elon Musk, Meta boss Mark Zuckerberg, Amazon…
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Jan
20
2025
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The Trump Inauguration 2.0 Marks A Significant Turning Point, Ushering In Supercharged Global Reset – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

The Trump Inauguration 2.0 Marks A Significant Turning Point, Ushering In Supercharged Global Reset – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Columns/Opinions/Letters, Foreign Affairs, International, Politics
The Trump Inauguration 2.0 marks a significant turning point in global politics, ushering in a supercharged global reset. As Donald Trump assumes the presidency for the second time, the world is bracing for drastic changes in US policy, both domestically and internationally.¹ A New Era of US Politics Trump's second inauguration speech is expected to set the tone for his new administration, with a focus on domestic priorities and a tougher stance on international trade and security. According to a report by FERI Institut, Trump's return to the White House means drastic changes for the USA and the rest of…
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Jan
20
2025
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Trump’s Cryptocurrency $TRUMP Meme Coin Skyrockets From $1.5 To $70 In 48 Hours

Trump’s Cryptocurrency $TRUMP Meme Coin Skyrockets From $1.5 To $70 In 48 Hours

Abia State, CBN/Commercial Banking, Economy, Foreign Affairs, Information Technology, Politics
Trump’s Cryptocurrency $TRUMP Meme Coin Skyrockets From $1.5 To $70 In 48 Hours The $TRUMP meme coin, launched by US President-elect Donald Trump on Friday with an initial price of $1.5, has seen a remarkable surge in value. The coin launched three days to his inauguration as the 47th President of the United States of America, boomed to as high as $70 on Sunday within two days. Trump launched his own cryptocurrency on Friday ahead of his takeover of office from President Joe Biden. By Sunday morning, the meme coin, $Trump, had quickly soared in market capitalization to $14.1 billion…
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Jan
19
2025
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Gunman Kills Two Judges At Supreme Court

Gunman Kills Two Judges At Supreme Court

Crime, Foreign Affairs, News Flash, World News
Gunman K¡lls Two Judges At Supreme Court Two judges were killed in a shooting attack on Saturday at the Supreme Court building in Tehran, Iranian state media reported. “This morning, a gunman infiltrated the Supreme Court in a planned act of assassination of two brave and experienced judges. The two judges were martyred in the act,” the judiciary’s Mizan Online website reported. Mizan stated that the assailant “killed himself” after the “terrorist” act. State news agency IRNA said one other person was wounded. Mizan identified the two slain judges as Ali Razini and Mohammad Moghisseh, both of whom handled cases…
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Jan
18
2025
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Israeli Government Approves Gaza Ceasefire Deal

Israeli Government Approves Gaza Ceasefire Deal

Foreign Affairs, International, News Flash, War, World News
Israeli Government Approves Gaza Ceasefire Deal Israel’s cabinet voted to approve a Gaza ceasefire and hostage release deal on Saturday, the office of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said, ending days of uncertainty about whether the truce would go into effect this weekend. The ceasefire, set to begin Sunday, would halt fighting and bombardment in Gaza’s deadliest-ever war. It would also enable the release of hostages held in the territory since Hamas’s October 7, 2023 attack on Israel in exchange for hundreds of Palestinian prisoners from Israeli jails. “The government has approved the hostage return plan”, Netanyahu’s office said early Saturday…
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Jan
18
2025
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Romania And Bulgaria Join Schengen Area And Mali, Burkina Faso And Niger Pull Out Of Ecowas: Matters Arising – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Romania And Bulgaria Join Schengen Area And Mali, Burkina Faso And Niger Pull Out Of Ecowas: Matters Arising – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Columns/Opinions/Letters, Foreign Affairs, Human Rights, World News
Romania and Bulgaria join Schengen area and Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger pull out of ECOWAS: Matters Arising Romania and Bulgaria's accession to the Schengen area is a significant development in European politics. As of January 2025, these two countries have officially joined the Schengen zone, allowing for passport-free travel between member states.¹ This move is expected to boost travel, trade, and tourism, strengthening the internal market. The Schengen area, which comprises 29 European countries, guarantees free movement to close to 450 million EU citizens, along with non-EU nationals living in the EU or visiting the EU. With Romania and…
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Jan
17
2025
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Pastor Kumuyi Joins Global Leaders At Trump’s Inauguration, Champions Christian Unity

Pastor Kumuyi Joins Global Leaders At Trump’s Inauguration, Champions Christian Unity

Foreign Affairs, International, News Flash, Personality, Religion
Pastor Kumuyi Joins Global Leaders At Trump’s Inauguration, Champions Christian Unity As Washington, D.C. prepares for President Donald Trump’s second inauguration on January 20, Pastor William Kumuyi, one of Christianity’s most influential leaders, will be in attendance. This was revealed in a statement by A. Larry Ross Communications, a U.S.-based communications outfit. The founder and General Superintendent of Deeper Christian Life Ministry (DCLM), Kumuyi leads one of the world’s largest churches based in Lagos, Nigeria, and is renowned for his impactful teachings and global evangelistic reach. Kumuyi’s presence highlights the significance of religious freedom and Christian unity at a time…
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