China Hosts International Leaders at Latest Belt and Road Summit
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China Hosts International Leaders at Latest Belt and Road Summit
China Hosts International, Leaders at Latest , Belt and Road Summit.
'The Guardian' reports that world leaders
have gathered in Beijing to join China's
belt and road initiative (BRI) forum.
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'The Guardian' reports that world leaders
have gathered in Beijing to join China's
belt and road initiative (BRI) forum.
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The forum is the third of its kind since
the global development drive was initiated
by President Xi Jinping ten years ago.
The BRI was originally meant to serve as
a physical and digital infrastructure project
connecting China with the rest of the world.
The project later transformed into
a massive financing vehicle for Chinese
lenders to back projects across the world.
Of over 130 countries attending the two-day summit,
the most senior European Union representative is
expected to be Hungary's prime minister, Viktor Orbán.
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Of over 130 countries attending the two-day summit,
the most senior European Union representative is
expected to be Hungary's prime minister, Viktor Orbán.
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Also scheduled to attend the summit
is Russian president Vladimir Putin
and a representative of the Taliban.
Also scheduled to attend the summit
is Russian president Vladimir Putin
and a representative of the Taliban.
'The Guardian' reports that the summit emphasizes that
China and Russia's political priorities are aligned,
despite Beijing promoting a peaceful resolution in Ukraine.
'The Guardian' reports that the summit emphasizes that
China and Russia's political priorities are aligned,
despite Beijing promoting a peaceful resolution in Ukraine.
Since the BRI's inception in 2013, China's development
goals have been hampered by a trade war with the U.S.,
Russia's invasion of Ukraine and the COVID-19 pandemic.
Last year, China pushed its global development
initiative (GDI) at the UN general assembly, linking the
concept with the UN's sustainable development goals.
Last week, China published a white paper
stating that “the ultimate goal of the BRI is to
help build a global community of shared future.”.
According to the paper, rather than focusing solely on
economic development, the BRI will take on issues like
food security, infectious diseases and climate change
Russia has announced plans to conduct a test of its tactical nuclear weapons deployment capabilities, as revealed by the Defense Ministry on Monday. This exercise, slated to take place "in the near future," has been ordered by President Vladimir Putin himself, according to the statement released. The drill will see active involvement from the missile forces of the Southern Military District, alongside participation from military aircraft and units of the Russian Navy, as outlined by the ministry
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Russia Vetoes UN Resolution , to Prevent Nukes in Space.
The resolution was sponsored
by Japan and the United States.
It called on all nations to refrain from developing or deploying nuclear weapons "or other weapons of mass destruction in space," 'The Guardian' reports. .
A 1967 international treaty
already bans such weapons in space.
Russia’s U.N. Ambassador, Vassily Nebenzia,
vetoed the resolution, calling it "absolutely absurd and politicized," as well as a "dirty spectacle.".
China abstained from voting, while the rest of the 15-member council voted in favor of the resolution. .
Today’s veto begs the question:
Why? Why, if you are following the
rules, would you not support a
resolution that reaffirms them?
What could you possibly be hiding, Linda Thomas-Greenfield, U.S. ambassador to the U.N., via 'The Guardian'.
Russia and China would rather establish an
amendment calling on all nations "to prevent for
all time the placement of weapons in outer space, and the threat of use of force in outer spaces.".
We want a ban on the placement of
weapons of any kind in outer space, not
just WMDs [weapons of mass destruction].
But you don’t want that. And let me ask
you that very same question. Why?, Vassily Nebenzia, Russia’s U.N. ambassador, via 'The Guardian'.
Nebenzia went on to say, "if we recall that the U.S. and their allies announced some time ago plans to place weapons … in outer space.".
The U.S.-Japan resolution was announced in March after it was determined that Russia was in possession of "a 'troubling' anti-satellite weapon capability," 'The Guardian' reports.
However, earlier this year, Putin said, , "Our position is clear and transparent: We have always been categorically against and are now against the deployment of nuclear weapons in space."
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Senate Passes $95 Billion , Foreign Aid Package.
On April 23, the U.S. Senate voted
79-18 to approve foreign aid for Ukraine,
Israel and Taiwan, 'The Guardian' reports. .
Today the Senate sends a unified
message to the entire world:
America will always defend
democracy in its hour of need, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, via statement.
Make no mistake, America will deliver
on its promise to act like a leader on the
world stage, to hold the line against
autocratic thugs like Vladimir Putin. , Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, via statement.
The package includes $60.8 billion for Ukraine,
$26.3 billion for Israel and $8.1 billion for Taiwan.
The package includes $60.8 billion for Ukraine,
$26.3 billion for Israel and $8.1 billion for Taiwan.
The package includes $60.8 billion for Ukraine,
$26.3 billion for Israel and $8.1 billion for Taiwan.
A provision to ban TikTok
after the election if ByteDance refuses
to sell the platform is also included.
The legislation will now head to President Biden, who told Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on
April 23 that he will "move quickly" to provide aid.
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer praised House Speaker Mike Johnson, .
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer praised House Speaker Mike Johnson, .
with whom he worked "hand in hand and shoulder to shoulder to get this bill done.".
A lot of people inside and
outside the Congress wanted this
package to fail. But today those in
Congress who stand on the side of
democracy are winning the day, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, via statement.
Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell also issued a statement.
Today’s action is overdue, but our work
does not end here. Trust in American
resolve is not rebuilt overnight. Expanding
and restocking the arsenal of democracy
doesn’t just happen by magic, Senate Majority Republican Leader Mitch McConnell, via statement
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President Xi Jinping has arrived in France for his big trip to Europe - it's been five years since his last visit and EU-Chinese relations have hit a rocky road. Sky News
China's President Xi Jinping is embarking on a rare visit to Paris, with French President Emmanuel Macron poised to address pressing issues such as trade imbalances and seek Chinese support regarding the conflict in Ukraine. However, achieving these objectives during Xi's brief two-day visit to France will prove challenging, given the backdrop of escalating trade tensions between Europe and China. France is actively supporting a European Union investigation into Chinese exports of electric vehicles, while Beijing's recent initiation of an inquiry into brandy imports, predominantly from France, is widely perceived as retaliatory. Against this backdrop, Macron's administration is keen to emphasise the necessity of obtaining further assurances from Chinese authorities on trade matters. Xi's visit marks his first trip to Europe in half a decade, underscoring the significance of the occasion.
#XiJinping #EmmanuelMacron #ChinaFranceRelations #TradeTalks #UkraineConflict #RussiaUkraineWar #ChinaEU #Tensions #FranceChinaTrade #Diplomacy #GlobalRelations #LeadershipSummit #InternationalAffairs #Geopolitics #DiplomaticRelations
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Secretary of State Antony Blinken met with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing on Friday as he wrapped up a three-day visit to China dominated by contentious issues and warnings from his hosts of another “downward spiral” in relations. The two met Friday afternoon local time at the Great Hall of the People, an ornate and cavernous building next to Tiananmen Square. Blinken told Xi that President Joe Biden had sent him to China to “seek to deepen areas of cooperation as well as to responsibly manage the differences that we have.” Xi noted that this year is the 45th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the United States and China, and said the two countries “should be partners rather than adversaries.”
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India protests Beijing's road construction in Shaksgam Valley, asserting Indian territory. Rejects China-Pakistan Boundary Agreement. Warns of necessary measures.. IndiaTimes
The pair were accused of providing information to Beijing that could be “prejudicial to the safety or interests” of the UK between late 2021 and February 2023.
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Severe flooding in Afghanistan, triggered by seasonal rains, has claimed 33 lives and injured 27 in three days, according to a Taliban spokesperson. Flash floods hit Kabul and multiple provinces, damaging over 600 homes, killing about 200 livestock, and impacting 800 hectares of farmland and 85 kilometers of roads.
#Afghanistan #Afghanistanfloods #Afghanistanflashfloods #Afghanistannews #Taliban #Afghanistannews #Worldnews #Oneindia #Oneindianews
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Eight civilians, including women and children, tragically perished in air strikes by the Pakistani military near the Afghan border. Tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan have escalated, with retaliatory strikes following attacks on Pakistani troops. The Taliban government condemned the strikes as a violation of sovereignty, while border regions remain volatile due to militant activities. Diplomatic efforts are urgently needed to prevent further casualties.
#Pakistan #Afghanistan #Taliban #PakistanAirstrikes #Airstrikes #Paktika #Khost #TalibanPakistantensions #AsifAliZardari #Worldnews #Oneindia #Oneindianews
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One senior analyst said the bloc has prospered overall, but there have been ''bumps on the road, otherwise known as Poland and Hungary and possibly Slovakia''. He warned of the possibility several current EU-hopefuls might also violate the bloc's common values and interests.
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The defence industry forum was held in Brussels to discuss cooperation and increase ammunition production for Kyiv in response to Russia's ongoing aggression.
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A tragic incident unfolds in Russia's Belgorod region as a Ukrainian drone targets worker vehicles, resulting in 6 fatalities and 35 injuries. Governor Vyacheslav Gladkov reports on the devastating aftermath, shedding light on the escalating threat of Ukrainian drone strikes in the area. Stay tuned for the latest updates on this developing story.
#RussiaUkraineWar #Russia #Ukraine #UkraineRussiaWar #VladimirPutin #VolodymyrZelenskyy #UkrainianDrone #RussiaMissiles #RussiaUkraineTensions #Oneindia
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The European Union stands ready to flex its muscles to protect the bloc from China's aggressive trade practices, European Commission chief von der Leyen warned Monday following a three-way meeting with Macron and Xi.
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A swag of European-far right parties are attempting to bring down key EU progressive policy platforms, such as the Green Deal. The grassroot groups and glossy parties are attempting to use the fury of farmers to win at the ballot box, but who will reign supreme?
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Russian President Vladimir Putin praises China's "success" in its vast Belt and Road infrastructure project at a forum of international delegates from 130 countries in Beijing. The Belt and Road..
Russian President Vladimir Putin is greeted by Chinese President Xi Jinping at the official welcoming ceremony for heads of delegations participating in the Belt and Road Initiative forum in Beijing...
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