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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
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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Jubilation As Israel, Hamas ‘Reach Ceasefire Deal’ To End 15 Months Gaza War

Jubilation As Israel, Hamas ‘Reach Ceasefire Deal’ To End 15 Months Gaza War

Foreign Affairs, International, News Flash, War, World News
Jubilation As Israel, Hamas ‘Reach Ceasefire Deal’ To End 15 Months Gaza War AttNews yesterday through it's Contributing Editor Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke reported that Israel and Hamas have agreed to a ceasefire deal to end the 15 months of war in Gaza. Quoting sources, the BBC said the deal follows months of talks with Qatar being one of the key mediators. Two days ago, an official familiar with the negotiations said mediators gave Israel and Hamas a final draft of a deal on Monday to end the war in Gaza. The official said the “breakthrough” was reached after midnight.…
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Jan
16
2025
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Historic Peace Deal: Israel And Hamas Reach Landmark Agreement – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Historic Peace Deal: Israel And Hamas Reach Landmark Agreement – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

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Historic Peace Deal: Israel and Hamas Reach Landmark Agreement In a groundbreaking development, Israel and Hamas have announced a peace deal, marking a significant milestone in the pursuit of peace and stability in the Middle East. The agreement, brokered by international efforts, aims to bring an end to decades of conflict and violence between the two sides. According to reports, the peace deal was announced by President Joe Biden and the Prime Minister of Qatar, who played a crucial role in mediating the negotiations. The agreement is seen as a major breakthrough, offering hope for a brighter future for the…
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Jan
15
2025
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South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol Detained Over Criminal Charges

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol Detained Over Criminal Charges

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South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol Detained Over Criminal Charges South Korean authorities have detained President Yoon Suk Yeol for questioning on charges of leading an insurrection over his brief imposition of martial law last month. According to reports, a warrant to detain Yoon was executed shortly after 10:30am local time on Wednesday, citing the Corruption Investigation Office for High-ranking Officials (CIO). “To prevent an unfortunate and violent incident, I decided to appear before the CIO even though I believe the investigation is illegal,” Yoon said in a video message recorded at his residence in central Seoul. “The rule of…
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Jan
12
2025
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Los Angeles Fires Expand Despite Huge Fire Fighting Efforts

Los Angeles Fires Expand Despite Huge Fire Fighting Efforts

Foreign Affairs, Mishap, News Flash, World News
Los Angeles Fires Expand Despite Huge Fire Fighting Efforts The largest of the Los Angeles’ fires spread toward previously untouched neighborhoods Saturday, forcing new evacuations and dimming hopes that the disaster was coming under control. Across the city, at least 11 people have died as multiple fires have ripped through residential areas since Tuesday, razing thousands of homes in destruction that US President Joe Biden likened to a “war scene.” Despite huge firefighting efforts, the Palisades fire’s expansion prompted evacuation orders in ritzy neighborhoods along its eastern flank, which include the famous Getty Center art museum. ‘We aren’t just a…
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