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CrossTalk on EU: Whose values?

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We have become accustomed to EU elites messaging the importance of values. Not everyone in the bloc agrees. In fact, a growing number of conservative and populist forces are speaking out against what some call Brussels’ ‘colonial’ outlook. Conservatives and populists talk the language of family and culture. EU elites talk of values to create a European superstate. … Read More >CrossTalk on EU: Whose values?

Categories Asia & Pacific

Australia rejects China’s claims it sabotaged Sinopharm vaccine rollout to Pacific region & insists it has acted in ‘good faith’

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After China accused Australia of using “political manipulation” and “bullying” to subvert its Covid vaccine rollout to Pacific nations, Canberra has denied the claims and cited a “moral and economic responsibility” to the region. … Read More >Australia rejects China’s claims it sabotaged Sinopharm vaccine rollout to Pacific region & insists it has acted in ‘good faith’

Categories Middle East

‘Social explosion’ imminent in Lebanon, as nation teeters on brink of economic collapse – caretaker PM

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Lebanon’s caretaker prime minister has warned diplomats that the country is days away from a “social explosion” and called for help from the international community, as the nation tries to avert catastrophe. … Read More >‘Social explosion’ imminent in Lebanon, as nation teeters on brink of economic collapse – caretaker PM

Categories Russia

Russia is ready to respond ‘harshly & decisively’ to any future US power plays, country’s foreign minister Lavrov warns Washington

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Moscow’s most senior diplomat has said that his country will not allow the US to dictate negotiations and relations from an unequal position of power, insisting that it would view any such attempts as an escalation of hostilities. … Read More >Russia is ready to respond ‘harshly & decisively’ to any future US power plays, country’s foreign minister Lavrov warns Washington

Categories EU

Orban blasts Dutch ‘colonial’ mentality after Rutte tells Hungarian PM to respect LGBTQ+ or leave the EU

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The Hungarian prime minister has issued a stern rebuke of his Dutch counterpart, telling Amsterdam to keep out of Hungarian politics after criticizing Budapest’s move to prevent the portrayal of homosexuality to minors. … Read More >Orban blasts Dutch ‘colonial’ mentality after Rutte tells Hungarian PM to respect LGBTQ+ or leave the EU

Categories World

American taxpayers have now spent more than ONE BILLION dollars on arming Ukraine. But are they getting value for their money?

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In recent months, NATO forces have doubled down on their stand-off with Russia, with Ukraine at the epicenter. Massive military exercises are roaring ahead in Eastern Europe which only seem to be making the situation more tense. … Read More >American taxpayers have now spent more than ONE BILLION dollars on arming Ukraine. But are they getting value for their money?

Categories Asia & Pacific

Xi calls for ‘complete reunification’ with Taiwan as China celebrates centenary of its Communist Party

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Chinese leader Xi Jinping urged his compatriots to “smash” any attempts at independence from Taipei, calling for “reunification” with the island in an address marking the 100th anniversary of the ruling Communist Party. … Read More >Xi calls for ‘complete reunification’ with Taiwan as China celebrates centenary of its Communist Party

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Kim Jong-un pledges to raise partnership with China to new level amid coronavirus challenges

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North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has vowed to boost the “strategic” relationship with his main ally, China a day after scolding his own officials for the Covid-19 response. Beijing earlier promised to provide help if needed. … Read More >Kim Jong-un pledges to raise partnership with China to new level amid coronavirus challenges