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US President Donald Trump signed a $1.2 trillion (£880 billion) government funding bill on Tuesday (3 February), ending a partial US government shutdown that began earlier this week. The spending package passed the House of Representatives by 217–214 and had already cleared the Senate. The legislation funds most federal agencies until the end of the…
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Russia and Myanmar have formalised a five-year military cooperation agreement, sealing a partnership analysts suggest remains vital for the junta’s survival amidst ongoing civil unrest and international sanctions.. The pact was announced following a visit to Myanmar by Sergei Shoigu, the Russian Security Council Secretary, on Monday (2 February). The agreement reinforces Moscow’s role as…
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Truckers and merchants gathered at the Colombia–Ecuador border on Tuesday (3 February) to protest a growing trade dispute between the two nations. Protesters called on their governments to remove 30% tariffs on dozens of goods, warning the measures could harm border economies and energy companies. Key developments: • Ecuadorian President Daniel Noboa imposed tariffs on…
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China’s military has released a concept video showcasing Luanniao, a proposed flying space carrier designed to deploy unmanned fighter jets to near-space and orbital environments. The project forms part of China’s planned Nantianmen (Heavenly Gate) integrated air and space defence system. Experts suggest the concept reflects strategic signalling and long-term military planning rather than an…
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NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte reaffirmed NATO’s long-term military, political and security support for Ukraine during an address to the Verkhovna Rada, as the Russia–Ukraine war enters its fifth year. Rutte said ongoing peace negotiations between Russia and Ukraine represent progress but warned that continued Russian strikes undermine diplomatic efforts. He stated NATO and partner…
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Spain plans to ban social media access for users under 16 and introduce legislation holding platform executives personally liable for hate speech and illegal content, Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez announced. Speaking at the World Governments Summit in Dubai, Sánchez urged wider European coordination on digital regulation, citing risks to child development, online safety, and mental…
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China and Uruguay have expanded their comprehensive strategic partnership after President Yamandú Orsi met President Xi Jinping in Beijing, signing multiple cooperation agreements across science, technology, and trade. Orsi described the visit as part of Uruguay’s strategy to strengthen international engagement and support long-term national development. President Xi Jinping emphasised cooperation towards a multipolar world…
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Bolivia’s President Rodrigo Paz is planning sweeping economic reforms aimed at expanding mining and oil exploration and attracting foreign investment, marking a shift from nearly two decades of socialist-led governance. Paz said new laws will introduce 50-50 risk-sharing partnerships with foreign investors to develop Bolivia’s natural resources, including lithium, silver and tin. Contracts signed under…
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US President Donald Trump and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi have agreed to a new trade deal reducing US tariffs on Indian goods from 25% to 18%. The agreement also ends a 25% penalty linked to India’s purchase of Russian oil. Key points: • India will reduce trade barriers to zero for US goods. •…
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France has approved its 2026 budget after two no-confidence motions failed, allowing the legislation to pass and offering short-term stability for the minority government led by Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu. The vote followed four months of political deadlock triggered by the 2024 snap election, which produced a hung parliament amid growing pressure to rein in…
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