Wednesday, January 24, 2024

EU to bring in new economic security law with an eye on China and Russia

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The European Union is planning to increase scrutiny of inbound foreign investments and exports - particularly to nations such as China and Russia. 


The EU's executive arm is likely to propose a new law that it says will safeguard the bloc's economic interests. 


Ishan Garg has more from Brussels. 


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Experts say Chinese vessel docking in Maldives leaves India concerned

The Maldives says it has allowed a Chinese vessel to dock at the Male port, but claims the vessel will not conduct any research in the island country's waters.

Experts say this move could deteriorate already tense relations between India and the Maldives, as New Delhi sees Beijing as a threat in the region and has been wary of Male's growing proximity to China.

Sreoshi Mukherjee reports...

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Heavy fighting continues in southern Gaza

The Israeli military says fierce fighting is continuing in southern Gaza, a day after the IDF announced its highest daily death toll of soldiers.

The UN's office for humanitarian affairs says half a million Palestinians have been ordered to leave Khan Yunis and move further south, with people saying they have nowhere safe to go.

Sarah Coates has more from Tel Aviv

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GERMANY GRINDS TO A HALT AS TRAIN DRIVERS LAUNCH SIX DAY STRIKE

Germany's rail network has been brought to a standstill after the country's leading train drivers union launched a six day strike as part of a long-running pay dispute.

Travellers are being warned of major disruption, with thousands of cancellations across the country's high speed, intercity, regional and metro networks. 

Trent Murray has more from Berlin. 
 
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U.S Pledges 45 Million Dollar Security Fund for Nigeria, Other West African Nations

The United States has pledged to provide an additional 45 million dollars to Nigeria and other countries battling insecurity in West Africa.


Correspondent Tesem Akende reports.


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Bill to enshrine abortion rights in French constitution to be debated by lawmakers

A bill to enshrine abortion rights in the French constitution will be debated by lawmakers on Wednesday.

The measure is likely to pass through the National Assembly, and it is a response to the US Supreme Court striking down the ruling guaranteeing abortion rights in 2022.

Ross Cullen reports.

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French farming union says protests could block Paris region

Farmers across France are continuing to join protests blocking roads across the country, 

Union leaders have promised some kind of action in 85 of France's 96 mainland regions by Friday.

They are protesting against high costs in the industry, tractor fuel tax, cheap imports, among other issues.

Ross Cullen reports.

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PAKISTAN GOVERNMENT APPROVES TROOPS FOR ELECTION

Pakistan's caretaker government has approved the deployment of troops and security personnel at polling stations and sensitive constituencies for the election on February 8th.

It comes amid heightened security concerns ahead of the vote.

Meanwhile, the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) is conducting a mock test for its vote count.

Hira mustafa reports from Islamabad.

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TANZANIA OPPOSITION DEMONSTRATION

Tanzania's main opposition party is holding a peaceful demonstration march through Dar es Salaam. The leaders are condemning the current electoral bills as well as delays to constitutional reforms.


Daniel Kijo reports from Dar es Salaam.


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Heavy security in Mumbai suburb amid Ram temple tensions

Heavy security has been deployed in a suburb of Mumbai after clashes linked to the opening of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya on Monday.

The inauguration of the temple by prime minister Narendra Modi, has proved to be controversial, having been built on the site of a mosque that was torn down.

Rebecca Bundhun reports from Mumbai.

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Trump calls for Haley to drop out after New Hampshire

Former US president Donald Trump has called for his remaining
challenger Nikki Haley to drop out after he clinched victory in the
New Hampshire primary,

The two rivals are vying for the Republican party's nomination to
challenge Democrat Joe Biden for the White House in November.

Nick Harper reports from Manchester, New Hampshire.

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India threatens to expel French journalist ahead of Macron visit

The Indian government has reportedly issued a notice to a French journalist over 'malicious', 'biased' reporting.

This comes days ahead of a state visit by French President Emmanuel Macron who has been invited for India's Republic Day parade.

The Indian government has yet to issue an official statement on the matter.

Priyata Brajabasi has more

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Bank of Japan confident on reaching inflation goal

The Bank of Japan says it is optimistic the conditions will become right to tweak ultra loose monetary policy in the future. 

It held off any policy adjustments at its first policy meeting of the year on Tuesday, saying its waiting to sustainably hit its 2-percent inflation target. 


Chris Gilbert reports from Tokyo. 


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South Korea Says North Fired Volley of Missiles into Yellow Sea

South Korea's military says North Korea fired a volley of cruise missiles into the Yellow Sea, heightening tensions in the region.

Leader Kim Jong Un says he plans to boost the country's nuclear strike capabilities.

Patrick Fok reports.

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Trump wins New Hampshire primary

Former US president Donald Trump has won the New Hampshire primary,
scoring a second major victory after last week's big win in Iowa.

Nikki Haley has vowed to continue her fight to become the Republican
party nominee despite not managing to clinch victory in the
northeastern state.

Kate Fisher reports from Manchester, New Hampshire.

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Tuesday, January 23, 2024

UNSC: A two solution in the Middle East

Strong calls for a two state solution in the Middle East from the UN
Security Council on Tuesday.
The council held an open debate on the Israel-Gaza conflict attended
by several Foreign Ministers.
Jody Jacobs reports from the United Nations...

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Border slashing approved by US Supreme Court

US Border Patrol can cut down razor wire put up by Texas officials to prevent migrants entering the country, according to a Supreme Court ruling.

Judges decided on Monday that Texas had to give federal law enforcement access to the US-Mexico border.

It's the latest development in an ongoing rift between state and federal lawmakers over immigration control.

Sally Patterson reports from Eagle Pass, on the Texas border.

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High Level Security Council meeting taking place on Tuesday

A High Level Inter-ministerial Security Council meeting will take
place in New York on Tuesday.
French Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs, Stéphane Séjourné is
expected to chair the meeting.
The meeting comes as Palestinian officials in Gaza reported that over
25 thousand people have now been killed and the United Nations says
the humanitarian situation is out of control.
Jody Jacobs reports from the United Nations in New York...

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Orban's invitation to Swedish PM to discuss NATO


Hungary's Prime Minister has extended an olive branch to his Swedish counterpart, urging a rendezvous in Budapest to discuss Sweden's bid for NATO membership.


The application is currently being blocked by both Hungary and Turkey. 


Pablo Gutierrez Reports.



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Trump and Haley go head to head in New Hampshire Primary

With the Republican contest for the presidential nomination down to just two candidates - voters in the US state of New Hampshire are heading to the polls to choose who they want to be the party's nominee for president.


The initial field of 14 has been whittled down - with former president Donald Trump still the clear frontrunner ahead of rival Nikki Haley.


The former US ambassador to the United Nations needs a strong performance in today's primaries if she's to stay in the race.


Our US correspondent Kate Fisher from New Hampshire


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