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Prince Andrew 'key conduit' to Chinese President Xi Jinping

Prince Andrew was a "key conduit" to Xi Jinping and wrote birthday letters to Xi Jinping, the Duke of Yorks' ex-adviser has claimed in court. Dominic Hampshire alleged that the Duke of York is a "valuable communication point with China…

Prince Andrew, China and Xi Jinping — The royal link no one saw coming?

A series of court documents and witness statements have shed new light on the unusual relationship between Prince Andrew and Chinese President Xi Jinping, revealing a web of communication, alleged espionage and confidential business ventures. At the centre …

China hits back at Trump: Xi Jinping to impose a 34% tariff on all US imports starting April 10

BEIJING: President Xi Jinping’s government will impose a 34 per cent tariff on all imports from the US starting April 10, which will match the so-called reciprocal tariffs on Chinese products, besides rolling out a slew of export control measures in …

Prince Andrew still a ‘valuable communication point with China’, and sends Xi Jinping birthday cards

Prince Andrew “always had a communication channel” with Xi Jinping, and would send him birthday letters, a tribunal heard.Former senior adviser Dominic Hampshire said the royal household, including the late Queen Elizabeth II, were “fully aware” of the …

How MbS and Xi Jinping Became Kindred Spirits

In recent years, Nike ad campaigns have depicted a series of previously unthinkable scenes: Saudi girls studying, driving, and even playing sports—alone, unaccompanied by male guardians. While Nike may be in the business of selling sneakers, its partner in …

US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping, both seen in 2025

Prince Andrew’s birthday cards to Xi Jinping

Prince Andrew sent yearly birthday letters – which were written with the help of an alleged Chinese spy – to China’s President Xi Jinping, his senior aide has revealed. Details about the Duke of York’s connection with alleged spy Yang Tengbo (also known as …

Prince Andrew wrote birthday letters to Xi Jinping, ex-adviser told court

The alleged Chinese spy Yang Tengbo gave advice on drafting private letters from the Duke of York to China’s president, Xi Jinping, a former senior adviser to Prince Andrew told a special immigration tribunal. Dominic Hampshire, who worked for Andrew from …

Fierce Pharma Asia—Pharma CEOs meet Xi Jinping; Trump's tariffs; BioNTech's bispecific data

Several pharma CEOs met with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing. President Donald Trump's reciprocal tariffs have mostly spared pharmaceuticals. BioNTech's PD-L1xVEGF bispecific antibody, bought from China's Biotheus, showed promise in …

China’s Xi Jinping calls Trump a bully, says America shouldn’t be allowed to be as powerful as it is

China’s President Xi Jinping told the world on Friday that Donald Trump is a “bully” and that America has no business being as powerful as it is. That came right after Trump’s White House slapped “reciprocal tariffs” on Chinese exports headed to the U.S. …

Prince Andrew sent China’s Xi Jinping birthday letter every year, spy case documents say

Britain’s Prince Andrew sent Chinese President Xi Jinping a letter on his birthday every year as part of a “communication channel” to support the British royal’s platform for entrepreneurs, according to court documents published on Friday. The documents …

Putin and Xi Jinping to Discuss Cooperation within BRICS and SCO in May

Russian President Vladimir Putin met with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Moscow to discuss preparations for the upcoming visit of Chinese President Xi Jinping. According to the Russian President’s official website, Putin emphasised the significance of …

Xi Jinping extends condolences over passing of Laos' former president

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Wednesday sent a message to Lao President Thongloun Sisoulith, extending his deep condolences over the passing of Laos' former President Khamtay Siphandone and sincere sympathy to his family. Source(s): Xinhua News …

Is Trump going into nosedive?

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Donald Trump's Tariffs Hit Russia Hard

Billions of dollars were wiped off Russia's stock market after President Donald Trump's announcement of global tariffs—a signal that the country will be hit hard by the measures despite having been left off the list of countries targeted. The White …

Jaguar Land Rover pauses shipments to US as Trump tariffs come into force

'Hang tough, it won’t be easy': Trump defiant on tariffsDonald Trump on Saturday doubled down on the sweeping tariffs he unleashed on countries around the world, warning Americans of pain ahead, but promising historic investment and prosperity. The …

Starmer's response to Trump tariffs is both to slow down and go faster

ShareSave Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer watched in his flat. Chancellor Rachel Reeves saw it in her study. The Business Secretary Jonathan Reynolds, accompanied by staff and pizza, took in President Donald Trump's big tariffs reveal on Wednesday from …

‘Fundamentally wrong, brutal and paranoid’: how will the world respond to Donald Trump’s tariffs?

On Thursday evening, towards the end of a long week at a textiles factory on the outskirts of Ho Chi Minh City, Nguyēn Thị Diẹu and her husband were watching the news. More than 8,700 miles away, US president Donald Trump was announcing sweeping, …

Book review: Chinese identity with Xi Jinping characteristics

Journalist Emily Feng collects her decade of reporting in Asia with a series of powerfully told, personal stories that chronicle a deterioration in China’s civil liberties In 2023, Emily Feng was one of a slew of reporters expelled from China, as the …

Tashkent as a Center for Parliamentary Diplomacy

In April 2025, Tashkent will host the 150th anniversary Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) for the first time in Central Asia’s history. TASHKENT, UZBEKISTAN, April 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) …

North Americans Divided on Economic Impact of Tariffs, New Leger Survey Finds

New Leger poll shows Canadians and Mexicans worry about U.S. tariffs, while most Americans remain unconcerned about cross-border trade impacts. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, April 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A new North American public opinion …

Former CIA Advisor Warns: "America’s Most Valuable Asset Has Been Ignored for Over a Century—Until Now"

WASHINGTON, April 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- A former intelligence advisor to the CIA and U.S. Treasury says America is on the verge of unleashing a long-ignored national treasure—one that could fundamentally reshape the country’s economic landscape. Jim …

New Sri Lankan Govt. Continues State Policy of Impunity, Denying Justice for Tamils - TGTE

Proves ICC & ICJ are the Only Forums for Accountability COLOMBO, SRI LANKA, April 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Transnational Government of Tamil Eelam (TGTE) said in a press release that the New Sri Lankan Government Continues State Policy …

As LA County Restructures Homeless Services, the Social Impact Sector Calls for Increased Collaboration

Center for Nonprofit Management issues a statement on the 4-0 vote from the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors to dismantle LAHSA LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, April 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Following the Los Angeles County Board of …

San Diego & Imperial SBDC Director Daniel Fitzgerald Joins Statewide Push to Expand Small Business Resources

Recognition from State Treasurer and Lawmakers Underscores the Vital Role of SBDCs in Economic Development SACRAMENTO, CA, UNITED STATES, April 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Daniel Fitzgerald, Regional Director of the San Diego and Imperial …

Richard Bland College Gains Its Independence

Richard Bland College is no longer tied to William & Mary and now operates as an independent institution. SOUTH PRINCE GEORGE, VA, UNITED STATES, April 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- [UPDATE] Late Wednesday, the Virginia General Assembly accepted …

University Archives' online-only auction, April 23rd, will feature over 60 lots dedicated to Abraham Lincoln

The Abraham Lincoln Collection represents over 60 lots ranging in estimate from $200 to $800,000, with over 12 items either written by or signed by Lincoln. WILTON, CT, UNITED STATES, April 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A vivid and lifelike …

Omar & Serena Ali Host Exclusive Fundraising Event for Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens

ATLANTA, GA, UNITED STATES, April 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Esteemed Atlanta developers and community advocates Omar and Serena Ali, owners of Ali Development, hosted an exclusive private fundraising event in support of City of Atlanta Mayor …

Justice for our children: time for all South Africans to act

JOHANNESBURG, GAUTENG, SOUTH AFRICA, April 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Media Statement by Safer South Africa Foundation Justice for our children: time for all South Africans to act Social crimes, including gender-based violence, at institutions …

Harry Theoharis: 'The danger of a third term in global institutions like the UNWTO'

MADRID, SPAIN, April 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Harry Theoharis, candidate for Secretary-General of the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), has issued a warning about the dangers of seeking a third term in global institutions, calling for …

Federal Cuts Threaten History and Culture in Idaho

Idaho Humanities Council Needs Support BOISE, ID, UNITED STATES, April 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The future of the Idaho Humanities Council (IHC) is at risk due to DOGE cuts to the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH). These drastic …

Main Street Economics Joins Thought Leaders and Experts to Address National Debt Crisis

‘Fiscal Sanity is Just an Education Away’ WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, April 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Main Street Economics a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization dedicated to providing economic education to the American public is …

OSCE to present programme on empowering young women for peace in Central Asia in initiative with European Union

TASHKENT, 4 April 2025 — The OSCE and the European Union will be presenting the ‘Young Women 4 Peace Initiative: Empowering Central Asian Young Women Programme’ in Tashkent on 8 April 2025. Journalists are invited to attend the opening session (spaces …

The OSCE promotes interfaith dialogue and environmental awareness in Kyrgyzstan through a tree-planting initiative

BISHKEK, 3 April 2025 – More than 80 government representatives and members of various religious communities gathered in Ataturk Park to plant over 60 tree seedlings, aiming to enhance the urban environment and foster interfaith dialogue. The initiative, …

ThinkCareBelieve: Week 11 America Under President Trump's Leadership

Washington DC, April 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Link to ThinkCareBelieve's Article:  https://thinkcarebelieve.blog/2025/03/31/week-11-under-president-trumps-leadership/ What an amazing week this has been. So many huge …

After Kharkiv Close Call, American Aid Workers Promise Return to Help Ukrainian Children

The close call marked a dramatic moment for the 12th humanitarian convoy led by the New Hampshire-based nonprofit Common Man for Ukraine. BOSTON, MA, UNITED STATES, April 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Roughly 10 minutes after a group of American …

Drone Detection Market worth $2,329.9 million by 2029

Delray Beach, FL, April 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The report "Drone Detection Market by Technology (Radar, RF Scanner, Optical), Application (Critical Infrastructure, Airport, Stadium, Prison, Power Plant, Oil & Gas, Border Security, Military), …

Roots of Peace Launches Global ‘White Rose for Peace’ Campaign on UN Landmine Awareness Day

Transforming Minefields into Vineyards, Orchards, and Fields of Flowers – “Mines to Vines” Movement Expands Worldwide LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, April 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Roots of Peace, the global humanitarian nonprofit committed to …

Hundreds of Texas Businesses to Testify Against SB3 and HB28 as Texas Hemp Business Council Urges House Lawmakers to ...

AUSTIN, Texas, April 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Hundreds of local businesses, farmers and industry advocates will gather at the Texas Capitol on Monday, April 7 to testify against Senate Bill 3 and House Bill 28, sending a clear message that this …