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Sri Lanka Grants Visa-Free Access to 35 Countries

August 22, 2024

The Sri Lankan government has introduced a new policy that allows citizens from 35 countries to visit Sri Lanka without needing a visa. This policy starts on October 1, 2024, and is part of Sri Lanka’s efforts to increase tourism ..

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Germany Joins 18th Member State of United Nations Command in South Korea

August 19, 2024

Germany recently joined the U.S.-led United Nations Command (UNC) in South Korea, making it the 18th member. This move shows Germany’s commitment to global security and its belief that stability in Europe and the Indo-Pacific region are connected. What is ..

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Croatia Reintroduces Compulsory Military Service

August 17, 2024

Croatia announced plans to reintroduce two months of compulsory military service starting January 1, 2025. This decision comes in response to rising tensions in Europe, fueled by Russia’s actions in Ukraine and increasing military activities in the Balkans, a region ..

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Sweden Reports First Case of mpox Strain outside Africa

August 17, 2024

The World Health Organization (WHO) announced that Sweden became the first country outside of Africa to report a case of the emerging clade I variant of mpox, on August 15, 2024. Due to the rapid spread of clade 1b, a ..

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WHO Declares Mpox a Global Public Health Emergency

August 16, 2024

The World Health Organization (WHO) declared mpox a “public health emergency of international concern” (PHEIC), on August 14, 2024. This decision was made after experts noticed a rise in mpox cases, especially in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) ..

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India-Australia Hold Maritime Security Dialogue

August 14, 2024

On August 13, 2024, the 6th India-Australia Maritime Security Dialogue was held in Canberra, focusing on strengthening maritime security cooperation in the Indian Ocean Region. This meeting reflects the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between India and Australia and addresses crucial maritime ..

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What is Alberta Advantage Immigration Program?

August 13, 2024

The Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) helps skilled individuals apply for permanent residency in Alberta. It aims to address labour shortages and support business growth. The program works with both the Alberta provincial government and the Canadian federal government, with ..

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U.S. Deploys Submarine Amid Escalating Tensions in Middle East

August 12, 2024

On August 11, 2024, U.S. Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin ordered the deployment of a guided missile submarine to the Middle East due to increasing tensions after the deaths of top members of Hamas and Hezbollah. This move comes as a ..

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