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French President Emmanuel Macron warned at the annual World Economic Forum meeting in Davos that the international system is entering a dangerous phase, marked by a “shift towards a world without rules, where international law is trampled underfoot.” He argued that growing instability, trade coercion, and the return of power politics are eroding collective governance…
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Speaking at the World Economic Forum, Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission, framed current turmoil as a catalyst for change, arguing that “geopolitical shocks can – and must – serve as an opportunity for Europe” to build a new form of European independence. Addressing Arctic security amid renewed tensions over Greenland, she…
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The UK has approved China’s application to build a new embassy in London that would become China’s largest diplomatic mission in Europe, despite political opposition and security concerns. The decision, taken on Tuesday (20 January), follows advice from UK security agencies that mitigation measures are in place. The embassy will be located at Royal Mint…
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US President Donald Trump has reiterated his demand for the United States to take control of Greenland, arguing it is necessary for US national security, as European leaders continue to reject the proposal. Speaking to reporters ahead of his visit to Davis for this year WEF meeting, Trump questioned Denmark’s ability to defend the territory…
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North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has removed Vice Premier Yang Sung-ho and sharply criticised party cadres over failures in economic guidance and project delays, in a rare public rebuke reported by state media, as Pyongyang prepares for a major political meeting. “Owing to the irresponsible, rude and incompetent economic guidance officials, the first-stage modernisation…
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US President Donald Trump has accused the UK of “great stupidity” and “weakness” over plans to transfer sovereignty of the Chagos Islands, including the US–UK military base on Diego Garcia, to Mauritius. In a Truth Social post Trump said: “Shockingly, our “brilliant” NATO Ally, the United Kingdom, is currently planning to give away the Island…
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India and the United Arab Emirates have finalised a series of agreements aimed at doubling bilateral trade to $200bn by 2032, following talks in New Delhi. UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan met Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi as part of efforts to deepen the countries’ comprehensive strategic partnership. India’s Foreign Secretary Vikram…
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Rumen Radev said on Monday (19 January) he will resign as President of Bulgaria ahead of expected snap parliamentary elections, signalling a bid to enter the legislative race. In a televised address, Radev said Tuesday would be his final day in office. While he did not explicitly confirm he would run, he accused the political…
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Protesters gathered in Davos ahead of the annual World Economic Forum as Oxfam released a report warning that global billionaire wealth reached a record level in 2025. Demonstrators criticised elite decision-making at the forum. Nathalie Ruoss, of the Swiss Young Socialists, said policies shaped in Davos affect people worldwide without democratic accountability. Key findings from…
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Vietnam’s ruling Communist Party of Vietnam has opened its five-yearly national congress, where senior leaders are selected and economic priorities set for the next term. To Lam, appointed general secretary in August 2024 following the death of his predecessor, is widely expected to retain the party’s most powerful post following a closed selection process. The…
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