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Tsai’s visit underlines the increasingly formal relationship between the US and Taiwan
Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. The US Congress, tasked with governing the US’ unofficial ties with Taipei while Washington maintains a formal diplomatic relationship with Beijing, now plays a more active role in countering China. The growing formalisation of…
Read MoreBenjamin B. Ferencz, Last Surviving Nuremberg Prosecutor, Dies at 103
New York Times In addition to convicting prominent Nazi war criminals, he crusaded for an international criminal court and for laws to end wars of aggression. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/04/08/world/europe/benjamin-b-ferencz-dead.html
Read MoreIran, Azerbaijan foreign ministers in talks amid tensions
Jerusalem Post Iran has strongly criticized Azerbaijan for moving closer to Israel, with its foreign ministry saying it sees the relationship between Azerbaijan and Israel as “anti-Iranian.” https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/article-738741
Read MoreIn Dealing With China, U.S. and Europe Take Different Tacks
New York Times The Biden administration says there is “convergence.” But trans-Atlantic leaders adopt different strategies on security and trade issues — including on Ukraine and Taiwan. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/04/07/us/politics/china-us-europe.html
Read MoreGeorge Soros’ son has visited White House more than a dozen times since Biden took office, records show
Fox News Alexander Soros, son of liberal billionaire George Soros, has made frequent visits to the White House since President Biden took office in 2021, meeting with top officials on behalf of his 92-year-old father. Soros — who has worked to carry his father’s torch as he has assisted with fundraising efforts for the Democratic…
Read MoreUS sails guided-missile capable sub to Middle East in show of force against Iran
Fox News The U.S. Navy has launched a submarine capable of carrying a large payload of missiles into the Middle East in an apparent warning directed toward Iran. The nuclear-powered submarine is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet, which has a patrol that includes the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, the Red Sea and the Suez Canal.…
Read MoreDemocrats press Supreme Court chief justice to investigate Clarence Thomas’ trips with GOP megadonor
Fox News House and Senate Democrats are demanding that Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts launch an inquiry into Associate Justice Clarence Thomas and the luxury vacations he received as gifts from a GOP mega donor over more than 20 years. Sixteen lawmakers led by Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, D-R.I., and Rep. Hank Johnson, D-Ga., sent…
Read MoreSaudi officials arrive in Iran to discuss reopening diplomatic missions
Jerusalem Post After years of hostility that fueled conflicts across the Middle East, Iran and Saudi Arabia agreed to end their diplomatic rift and reopen their diplomatic missions in March. https://www.jpost.com/breaking-news/article-738739
Read MoreA Swedish Warship Sank in 1628. It Is Still Yielding Secrets.
New York Times Researchers are learning more about those who died after the Vasa sank, including a woman known as “G,” who was long believed by scientists to be a man. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/04/08/world/europe/sweden-vasa-warship-woman.html
Read MoreHong Kong’s civil service chief vows to better tap workers’ potential as more younger staff head for exit
Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. Minister Ingrid Yeung pledges bureau will strive to offer more training and opportunities to give civil servants greater incentive to stay. https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/politics/article/3216432/hong-kongs-civil-service-chief-vows-better-tap-workers-potential-more-younger-staff-head-exit?utm_source=rss_feed
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