Category: Nations
China appoints foreign vice-minister Xie Feng as ambassador to the US
Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. The veteran diplomat, who is expected to arrive in Washington on Tuesday, will face several thorny issues straining relations between the two superpowers. https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3221606/china-appoints-vice-foreign-minister-xie-feng-ambassador-us?utm_source=rss_feed
Read MoreTrump attorneys request meeting with AG Garland over ‘unfair treatment’: ‘Ongoing injustice’
Fox News Attorneys for former President Donald Trump are requesting a meeting with Attorney General Merrick Garland, saying Trump is being treated unfairly. Trump’s lawyers sent a letter to Garland on Tuesday. “We represent Donald J. Trump, the 45′ President of the United States, in the investigation currently being conducted by the Special Counsel’s Office.…
Read MorePentagon explains details of F-16 supply to Ukraine
Pravda Ukraine The US Department of Defence has stated that given the time it takes to train Ukrainian pilots on F-16s and deploy infrastructure and other components, providing Ukraine with these aircraft is part of a long-term commitment. https://www.pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2023/05/24/7403571/
Read MoreEl Popo’s Rumble Grows, Putting Mexico on Alert
Wall Street Journal Authorities raised the warning level for Popocatépetl, about 45 miles southeast of Mexico City, in recent days as the volcano known as El Popo spewed more gas, smoke and ash. Officials are preparing for possible evacuations. Photo: Rafael Duran/Agence France-Presse/Getty Images https://www.wsj.com/articles/el-popos-rumble-grows-putting-mexico-on-alert-5ff45489
Read MoreSouth China Sea: Chinese naval training ship in Vietnam on goodwill visit amid Spratlys tensions
Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. The Qi Jiguang is on a 40-day tour that will also take in other South China Sea claimants Brunei and the Philippines, according to the Chinese navy. https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3221591/south-china-sea-chinese-naval-training-ship-vietnam-goodwill-visit-amid-spratlys-tensions?utm_source=rss_feed
Read MoreRussian prime minister to meet with Chinese president, premier in Beijing
Disclaimer: TASS is Russian government propaganda, and not a reliable news source. The meeting will focus on boosting trade and economic cooperation, with special attention paid to industry, power generation, transport and agriculture. A package of bilateral documents is expected to be signed https://tass.com/politics/1622045
Read MoreGold Edges Higher, Supported by Possible Safe-Haven Demand
Wall Street Journal U.S. debt-ceiling talks have failed to make sufficient progress and there are growing risks of a U.S. default, which have kept gold from breaking below the $1,950/oz level for the time being, Commerzbank said. https://www.wsj.com/articles/gold-edges-higher-supported-by-possible-safe-haven-demand-6a81e009
Read MoreOil Climbs, Boosted by Warning by Saudi Energy Minister
Wall Street Journal Oil climbed in early Asian trade, boosted by a warning from Saudi Arabia’s energy minister. https://www.wsj.com/articles/oil-climbs-boosted-by-warning-by-saudi-energy-minister-58b7828b
Read More‘Boy from Heaven’ tells a fascinating story of corruption in Cairo
Jerusalem Post While Boy from Heaven has been shown around the world, it’s not likely to be screened in Egypt any time soon. https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/culture/article-744017
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