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President Lai meets delegation from US National Endowment for Democracy
TAIWAN, July 29 - The building was not just a key landmark in that era; its architectural integrity allowed the main structure to survive the Taipei Air Raid of May 1945, despite serious damage to its front left side. After repairs, the building...

IPIM Organised a Delegation to Participate in the “Entrepreneurs Meeting for Commercial and Economic Co-operation between China and Portuguese-speaking Countries” With 120 Business Matching Sessions Arranged and 6 Contracts Signed
MACAU, July 31 - The “Entrepreneurs Meeting for Commercial and Economic Co-operation between China and Portuguese-speaking Countries - Malabo - 2025” was held in Equatorial Guinea on 29 July local time, with the theme of “Industrialisation...

China Confirms Russian Oil Purchases
(MENAFN) China continues to stand firm on its decision to import Russian oil despite growing pressure from the United States, according to comments made by Washington’s Treasury Secretary, Scott Bessent. After two days of trade discussions between...

India Braces for 25 Percent U.S. Tariffs
(MENAFN) US President Donald Trump declared on Wednesday that India will face a steep 25% tariff plus additional unspecified penalties effective August 1. On Truth Social, Trump accused India of unfair trade tactics and extensive energy and arms...

Japan Grabbles with Scorching Heat, Tsunami Threat
(MENAFN) While tsunami warnings were issued following a powerful offshore earthquake near Russia, Japan faced a parallel crisis Wednesday—an intense heatwave with record-breaking temperatures. According to media, which cited the national weather...

Minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa: 3rd Energy Transition Working Group (ETWG) Meeting
Premier of the North West Province, Hon. Mokgosi Deputy Minister of Electricity and Energy, Ms Samanth Graham-Maré Honourable MECs, Executive Mayors Distinguished delegates representing the members of the G20 Esteemed guests Delegates It is a...

Russian language used more often among Ukrainian students
(MENAFN) A lecturer at a Ukrainian state university has observed a growing trend of students using the Russian language, despite the government’s continued efforts to suppress it. Ekaterina Nikonyuk, from Boris Grinchenko Kiev University, stated...

Russia Blasts Moldova for Blocking Moldovan Citizens Vote
(MENAFN) Russia on Wednesday leveled sharp criticism against the Moldovan government, accusing it of obstructing voting access for Moldovan citizens residing in Russia ahead of the country’s upcoming parliamentary elections on September 28. During...

China describes Philippines as source of instability to South China Sea
(MENAFN) A spokesperson for China's Ministry of National Defense has described the Philippines as the true instigator and source of instability in the South China Sea. During a press conference held on Wednesday, Zhang Xiaogang addressed comments...

India murders three terrorists behind April Kashmir assault
(MENAFN) India’s Home Minister Amit Shah announced on Tuesday that security forces had killed three militants involved in the deadly April attack on tourists in Jammu and Kashmir. The men, identified as Suleman, Jibran, and Afghan, were confirmed...

Indian PM starts 2-day visit to UK
(MENAFN) Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to begin a two-day visit to the United Kingdom on Wednesday, with discussions centered on trade, economic cooperation, and defense, according to Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri. This marks...

American Tungsten Announces Strategic Advancements in IMA Mine Rehabilitation and Exploration Program
Vancouver, BC, July 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- American Tungsten Corp. (CSE:TUNG) (OTCQB:DEMRF) (FSE:RK9) (“American Tungsten” or the “Company”) is pleased to provide a corporate update on its ongoing efforts to rehabilitate the historic IMA...

Minister Dion George on Wildlife Ranching South Africa 2024/25 hunting quotas
Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Dr Dion George, has noted recent public statements by Wildlife Ranching South Africa (WRSA) that misrepresent the legal process before the High Court regarding the 2024 and 2025 national hunting...

Minister Aaron Motsoaledi on report of oxygen plant tender
The Minister of Health, Dr Aaron Motsoaledi, has today welcomed the release of a report into the Pressure Swing Adsorption (PSA) Oxygen Plant tender instituted by Minister of Public Works & Infrastructure, Dean Macpherson. Minister Motsoaledi...

Minister Stella Ndabeni: Small Business Development Dept Budget Vote 2025/26, NCOP
Honourable Chairperson of the NCOP Ministers and Deputy Ministers present Members of the Select Committee on Economic Development and Trade Deputy Minister, Director-General, and senior managers of the Department of Small Business Development...

Minister Gwede Mantashe: G20 Critical Minerals Stakeholder Engagement
Programme director, Mr Mpho Makwana Deputy Minister of Mineral and Petroleum Resources, Ms Phumzile Mgcina Deputy Minister of Electricity and Energy, Ms Samantha Graham-Mare Director-General of the DMPR, Mr Jacob Mbele Honourable members of the...

Minister Ronald Lamola: Debate on peaceful settlement of Palestine
Co-chairs South Africa welcomes this crucial discussion on the peaceful settlement of the question of Palestine and the implementation of the two-state solution. This conference takes place at a time when we are witnessing the destruction of Gaza...

Minister John Steenhuisen on accelerating food systems transition for South Africa’s food sovereignty
The Minister of Agriculture, John Steenhuisen, reaffirmed South Africa’s commitment to food sovereignty as a pillar of national resilience and development at the UN Food Systems Summit +4 Stocktake (UNFSS+4). This three-day conference held at the...

Minister Parks Tau reaffirms South Africa’s commitment to a conclusion on the US trade deal
The intersection of geopolitical, domestic and trade issues best defines the current impasse between South Africa and the United States, and a reset is unavoidable. South Africa took the decision not to retaliate to the reciprocal tariffs...

Trump tariff policy continues to cause chaos in American economy
In the first six months of Trump’s presidency, the US economy slowed as a result of his policies. While Trump celebrates that his administration’s economic performance is “BETTER THAN EXPECTED,” American families continue to feel the pain from the...