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Saudi Arabia Denied Seat on UN Human Rights Council

October 11, 2024

Recently, Saudi Arabia tried to win a seat on the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) but was unsuccessful, finishing in sixth place. This outcome sheds light on how the world views Saudi Arabia’s human rights record and shows the ..

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What is China’s ‘Anaconda Strategy’?

October 9, 2024

Tensions between China and Taiwan are growing, with China using a military strategy called the “Anaconda Strategy.” This strategy is designed to wear down Taiwan and limit its actions, while China increases its military presence around the island. What is ..

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Southern Africa Culls Elephants Amid Severe Drought Crisis

October 8, 2024

Southern Africa is experiencing its worst drought in over a century, causing serious food shortages. Countries like Zimbabwe and Namibia have started wildlife-culling programs to address the growing food insecurity caused by this environmental crisis. What is Causing the Drought? ..

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WHO Approves First Mpox Test for Emergency Use

October 5, 2024

The World Health Organization (WHO) recently approved a new test called the Alinity m MPXV assay to help increase global access to testing for Mpox (formerly known as monkeypox). This decision, made on October 3, 2024, is in response to ..

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What is Taiwan’s Global Elite Card?

October 4, 2024

Taiwan has launched the Global Elite Card to attract skilled foreign professionals in response to a growing labor shortage, which is expected to result in a deficit of 350,000 workers by 2028. To further boost its workforce, Taiwan is also ..

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India, Australia Trade Ministers Discuss Free Trade Agreement Progress

September 26, 2024

Trade ministers from India and Australia recently met to assess the progress of their discussions toward a comprehensive free trade agreement. This meeting comes nearly 20 months after the launch of the Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement (ECTA), which has ..

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India, US Sign Agreement for Semiconductor Fabrication Plant

September 23, 2024

India and the United States have made a major agreement to create a semiconductor fabrication plant. This partnership is a big step forward in their technology collaboration, with both countries viewing it as a milestone. The project is important for ..

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Jordan Becomes First Country to Eliminate Leprosy

September 21, 2024

The World Health Organization (WHO) has officially recognized Jordan as the first country in the world to eliminate leprosy. This recognition was praised by WHO Director-General Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, who highlighted the collective effort by Jordan to stop the ..

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