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US renews warning it will defend Philippines after China spat

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The relations between the Philippines and China, which are many centuries old, were very warm and friendly. But in recent years, both countries have faced serious problems that have caused them to “cool down,” falling to a low level since the establishment of their international relations in June 1975. What is Philippines oldest ally? What is the covenant relationship? US Treaty Allies The term quasi-ally describes countries that the United States is not committed to protecting but that receive some degree of US military and or political support so that the US is clearly on its side against enemies. .Read News

The Philippines and the US are holding the biggest war games in years

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What are the reasons why Manila city can’t become a global city? Is there a city in the Philippines that could be considered a global city? What are the challenges that Manila is experiencing as a global city? Metro Manila faces many difficult challenges – including the provision of public health services, housing, water, sanitation, garbage collection, transportation and education – after a dramatic increase in population over the past two decades has strained urban infrastructure. What are the hindrances that the Philippines have that is keeping it from becoming global city? There are a number of underlying structural problemsRead News

US renews warning to defend Philippines after China spat

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What is the conflict between China and the Philippines all about Scarborough Shoal? The Scarborough Shoal dispute is a dispute between the Republic of the Philippines and the People’s Republic of China over Scarborough Shoal. The tension began on April 8, 2012, after the Philippine Navy attempted to seize eight Chinese fishing vessels near the coast. Why does the Philippines claim Scarborough Shoal? The Philippines claims that the name Scarborough Shoal passed from Spain to the United States in 1898 along with all other features of the Spanish Sea surrounding the Philippine Islands. After independence from the United States, theRead News

Britain, USA expelled islanders 50 years ago, a crime against humanity

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Aggression is one of the fundamental crimes in international criminal law, along with genocide, crimes against humanity and war crimes. What are the five sources of international criminal law? Which 5 of the following are sources of American criminal law? American criminal law has three main sources: (1) the common law, (2) statutory law, and (3) constitutional law. Of these, the most important is statutory law, as it is now accepted that it is unconstitutional to punish someone unless their conduct has previously been prohibited by the legislature. What are the 4 sources of international law? Article 38(1) of theRead News

Human Rights Watch condemns UK and US actions in Chagos Islands

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Why does the United Kingdom want to keep the Chagos Archipelago? Only Mauritius becomes independent, the United Kingdom retains the Chagos under British control. According to Mauritius, the proposal stemmed from a UK decision in the early 1960s “to comply with the US desire to use certain islands in the Indian Ocean for defense purposes”. Who controls Chagos Island? The Chagos group is administered by London as the British Indian Ocean Territory (BIOT), one of 14 claimed overseas territories that make up the remnants of the British Empire. However, most of the international community considers the Chagos archipelago to belongRead News

Human Rights Watch: US, UK owe reparations to natives of Diego Garcia

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What happened to the inhabitants of Diego Garcia? The Crown immediately leased the properties to Chagos-Agalega, but the company terminated the lease at the end of 1967. Between 1968 and 1973, inhabitants were forcibly evicted from Diego Garcia by the UK government so that a joint US and of the United Kingdom could be established on the island. What happened to the Chagossians after the deportation? Facing social, cultural and economic despair, the Chagossians now live as a marginalized community in Mauritius and the Seychelles and have not been allowed to return home. What happened to the population of DiegoRead News

The United States, China, and the “new non-aligned countries”.

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Who won ww2 USA or Russia? Did the US fight Russia in World War II? During World War II, the United States and the Soviet Union fought together as allies against the Axis powers. However, the relationship between the two nations was strained. Did Russia win the World War 2? When World War II ended in 1945, few doubted that the victor’s laurels belonged primarily to Joseph Stalin. Under his leadership the Soviet Union had just won the war of the century, a victory closely identified with his role as the country’s supreme commander. Who was the real winner ofRead News

The United States tells its citizens: Get out of Russia immediately

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Can Russians go to Paris? Do Russian citizens need a visa to Europe? Do Russian citizens need a visa to enter Europe? Yes, Russian passport holders must obtain a Schengen visa to enter any European country in the Schengen zone. Can Russians travel to Paris? Those allowed to enter France must present the results of a PCR or antigen test performed within the last 48 hours and undergo a random antigen test upon arrival in France. Quarantine is now also mandatory for travelers from Russia, Namibia and Seychelles, both vaccinated and unvaccinated. Can Russian citizens travel anywhere? The Russian passportRead News

Support for Ukraine continues to be America First

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Why is the United States helping Ukraine? The United States, our allies, and our partners around the world are united in supporting Ukraine in response to Russia’s premeditated, unprovoked, and unjust war against Ukraine. Why is the US allied with Ukraine? The United States established diplomatic relations with Ukraine in 1991, after its independence from the Soviet Union. The United States attaches great importance to the success of Ukraine’s transition to a modern democratic state and a market economy. Why is US sending military aid to Ukraine? The United States is announcing a new aid package to help Ukraine continueRead News

The United States now faces simultaneous contests with China and Russia

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What were the two blocs in the Cold War? What are the two power blocks? After World War II the world was divided into two blocks, namely the American block and the Russian block. What were the two power blocs in Europe? Two competing blocs established in Europe were the Triple Alliance (Germany, Italy, Austria-Hungary) and the Triple Entente (Britain, France and Russia). What were the differences between the Western and Eastern blocs? The West Block and the East Block have opposite political systems. The Western Block countries are democracies, while the Eastern Block countries are non-democratic communist regimes. WhichRead News

The US military is ready to secure new access to key bases in the Philippines

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How many US military bases are in Philippines? What are the 5 US bases in the Philippines? However, the only building that has been completed so far is a warehouse at Cesar Basa Air Base in Luzon. The agreement also covers Antonio Bautista Air Base, Palawan; Benito Ebbed Air Base, Mactan; Cebu, Fort Magsaysay; Nuyeve Ecija, and Lumbia Airport, Cagayan de Oro. Is there a US air base in the Philippines? Clark Air Base was originally established as Fort Stotsenburg in Sapang Bato, Angeles, Pampanga in 1903 under the control of the US Army. A portion of Fort Stotsenburg wasRead News

New report finds US spends the most on health care but has the worst health outcomes among high-income countries

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Health care costs are rising, and Americans are struggling to pay The United States spends more on health care than any other high-income country, but still has the lowest life expectancy at birth and the highest rate of people with multiple chronic diseases, according to a new report from out of the Commonwealth Fund, an independent research group. The report, which was released on Tuesday, also said that compared to its fellow countries, the United States has the highest rate of death from preventable or treatable causes and the highest rate of maternal and infant mortality. “Americans are living shorter,Read News

The U.S. will end its COVID-19 emergency declaration on May 11

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WASHINGTON, Jan 30 (Reuters) – President Joe Biden’s administration said on Monday it would end emergency declarations over COVID-19 on May 11, nearly three years after the United States imposed sweeping pandemic measures to curb the spread of the disease. The COVID-19 national emergency and public health emergency (PHE) was established in 2020 by then-President Donald Trump. Biden has repeatedly extended the measures that allow millions of Americans to receive free tests, vaccines and treatments. The White House Office of Management and Budget (OMB) said in a statement that the declarations, which were set to expire in the coming months,Read News

What the end of COVID-19 emergencies means in the United States

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On May 11, the United States will officially no longer be under a state of emergency due to COVID-19 for the first time since the start of the pandemic three years ago. While hundreds of deaths from covid-19 continue to be reported in the U.S. each day — bringing the total to more than 1 million — public health experts said the Biden administration is likely seeking to end the national and public health emergency. related to covid. 19 because circulating omicron subvariants cause milder disease and the US has a high level of immunity from previous vaccinations or infections.Read News

Former Brazilian president, Jair Bolsonaro, requests a six-month tourist visa to the United States

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Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro is seeking a six-month tourist visa to stay in the United States, the law firm representing Bolsonaro confirmed on CNN Brasil on Monday. The request was filed on Friday, Jan. 27, AG Immigration told CNN Brasil, and comes amid reports that he arrived in the United States on an A-1 visa, granted to heads of state and valid only while they’re in that position. The US State Department declined to confirm Bolsonaro’s visa status due to confidentiality. Bolsonaro has been in Florida since December 30, leaving Brazil just days before his successor, current president LuizRead News

Bolsonaro, Brazil’s former president, has applied for a tourist visa to the US

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WASHINGTON, Jan 30 (Reuters) – Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro has applied for a six-month tourist visa to remain in the United States, his lawyer said on Monday, despite calls for the revocation of any U.S. visas. Americans detained by Bolsonaro after violent protests. in Brasilia. The United States received his application on Friday, said his lawyer, Felipe Alexandre, adding that Bolsonaro will remain in the United States while his application is pending. “He would like to take some time off, clear his head and enjoy being a tourist in the US for a few months before deciding what hisRead News

Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro applied for a US visa

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Former Brazilian president Jair Bolsonaro has applied for a six-month tourist visa from the United States, his lawyer told the BBC. Mr. Bolsonaro has been staying in Florida since December 30. The former president plans to remain in the United States while immigration officials process the visa. He is under investigation in Brazil after rioters stormed key government buildings earlier this month. Mr Bolsonaro has expressed “regret” for the unrest, but denies he caused it. The former president has “dedicated 34 years of his life to public service” and wants to “take time off”, his lawyer, Felipe Alexandre, told theRead News

Europe Doesn’t Need The United States Anymore

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The weakness of the Russian military has been apparent since the early days of the war in Ukraine. The incredible losses of troops and equipment, Moscow’s inability to equip or even supply its troops adequately, and the multiple shifts in command – Chief of Staff Valery Gerasimov being the last choice of Russian President Vladimir Putin – have debunked the myth of the alleged Russian military. invincibility The fight between Yevgeny Prigozhin’s Wagner Group – a private army active in the key battles of Soledar and Bakhmut – and Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu and the Russian High Command attestsRead News

The US has said that Russia is violating the nuclear arms control agreement

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Russia violated a key nuclear arms control treaty with the United States and continues to refuse to allow inspections of its nuclear facilities, a State Department spokesman said Tuesday. “Russia is not fulfilling its obligations under the New START Agreement to facilitate inspection activities on its territory. Russia’s refusal to facilitate inspection activities prevents the United States from exercising important rights under the treaty and threatens the continued US-Russia nuclear weapons control,” the spokesperson said in a statement. “Russia also failed to comply with the New START Treaty obligations to convene a Bilateral Consultative Commission session according to the agreement-mandatedRead News

Oil rises as US recession fears ease and dollar falls

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MELBOURNE, Feb 1 (Reuters) – Oil prices rose on Wednesday supported by a weaker dollar, which fell on signs of easing U.S. inflation, easing fears that the world’s biggest oil user could face a recession due to further interest rate hikes. Brent crude futures rose 20 cents, or 0.2%, to $85.66 a barrel. previous session. “Sentiment changed amid a positive corporate reporting season. Signs of cooling inflation also raised expectations that the Fed will be able to pause rate hikes,” ANZ commodities analysts said in a note. Expectations of lower rate hikes helped lower the dollar index, supporting oil pricesRead News

A US official acknowledges an agreement between Japan and the Netherlands to limit the export of wood chips to China

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[1/2] Semiconductor chips are seen on a circuit board of a computer in this illustrative image taken on February 25, 2022. REUTERS/Florence Lo/Illustration WASHINGTON, Jan 31 (Reuters) – An American official on Tuesday made the most direct comments from a US agency, confirming the existence of an agreement with Japan and the Netherlands for those countries to introduce new restrictions on the export of chipmaking tools to impose on China. “We can’t talk about the deal right now,” Assistant Secretary of Commerce Don Graves said on the sidelines of an event in Washington. “But you can certainly talk to ourRead News

Blinken criticizes the settlements but emphasizes US support for Israel

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On In a rare – albeit implicit – criticism of Israel, United States Secretary of State Antony Blinken called Israel’s policies, including settlement expansion and demolition of homes, to be detrimental to the two-state solution. However, at a press conference at the end of his trip to Israel and the occupied Palestinian territories on Tuesday, Blinken reaffirmed Washington’s “firm” commitment to Israel. “The United States is committed to working towards our enduring goal of ensuring that Palestinians and Israelis enjoy equal freedom, security, opportunity, justice and dignity,” Blinken said, stressing the need to preserve the “vision” of two states. solution.Read News

US Relations with Israel – US Department of State

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The United States was the first country to recognize the state of Israel when Israel declared its independence in 1948. The 75-year partnership has been built on mutual interests and shared democratic values ​​since its inception, with Israelis and Americans united in their commitment to democracy and economic prosperity. , and regional security. SECURITY ASSISTANCE AND COMMUNICATION The U.S. commitment to Israel’s security has been undercut by strong security assistance to Israel – including a 10-year, $38 billion MOU concluded in 2016. $500 million in funding for missile defense. Missile defense funding supports several cooperative missile defense programs, including David’sRead News

As Kishida and Biden meet, what is the state of US-Japan relations?

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Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida’s first visit to Washington as leader on January 13, 2023 marked a major transformation in the US-Japan alliance. Japan’s new security reforms and Tokyo’s proactive response to the Ukraine crisis were warmly received in Washington. They highlight a more determined Japan to strengthen its own defense capabilities and contribute to regional deterrence, and reveal new potential for leveraging the bilateral partnership to address serious challenges to the international order. Not surprisingly, US-Japan relations moved apace in the weeks and days leading up to the Japanese leader’s arrival, with major policy announcements and bilateral agreements. InRead News

The best places to visit in the United States, according to Americans…

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What are the four most popular destinations for Americans? Ranked Top International Travel Destinations Percentage of Bookings by America 1 Caribbean Cruise 34.7% 2 Cancun (Mexico) 28.3% 3 European River Cruise 23.1% 4 Punta Cana (Dominican Republic) 17.2% What is the #1 tourist destination? The 10 most popular destinations in the United States Meanwhile, Hawaii Island, the largest island in the state of Hawaii, is the No. 1 trending location. 1 in the United States for 2022. Which countries do Americans travel to most? According to the Office of National Travel and Tourism at the US Department of Commerce, MexicoRead News

On Lunar New Year – United States Department of State

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I wish everyone observing the New Year around the world health, peace, and prosperity. This is a time of celebration and hope for the coming year, and I especially want to acknowledge the millions of Asian Americans who are celebrating this lunar new year. You are an important part of our American fabric. For all those celebrating in the United States and around the world, we hope that the Year of the Rabbit and the Year of the Cat will bring greater safety, prosperity, and opportunity for all. Do all countries celebrate Chinese New Year? Chinese New Year is aRead News

What happens next in the debt limit debate?

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The loan-to-limit ratio is a measure used to determine the creditworthiness of a borrower. It is calculated by dividing the borrower’s total debts by their combined loan limits. For example, a borrower with $5,000 in credit and $10,000 in credit protection would have a loan-to-limit ratio of 50%. What would happen if America defaulted on its debt? A U.S. default on its debt would threaten the value of bonds, equities, and the U.S. dollar, which would be reflected in global markets that are already fraught with inflation and interest rates, a possible recession, and geopolitical tensions. lot. Has America everRead News

Fighters, NATO, Congress and Ukraine: Complex Issues Trouble…

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WASHINGTON — The United States is locked in a complicated dance with Turkey, one of its most troubled allies, involving fighter jets, the North Atlantic Treaty Organization, Congress and, ultimately, the war in Ukraine. Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu, in Washington this week to meet US officials, wasted no time in putting forward his nation’s demand for US-made F-16 fighters. “We will discuss important topics on bilateral defense cooperation, in particular our request for F-16s,” Cavusoglu said ahead of the meeting, which Foreign Minister Antony J. Blinken watched with a stony face. “This is not only for [Turkey] but alsoRead News

Saudi Arabia just said it is now “open” to the idea of ​​trading currencies in addition to the US dollar – does that spell doom for the dollar? 3 reasons not to worry

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Saudi Arabia just said it is now “open” to the idea of ​​trading currencies in addition to the US dollar – does that spell doom for the dollar? 3 reasons not to worry The 2023 World Economic Forum is just days away, and we’re already getting a glimpse of the future the global elite have in store for us all. Saudi Arabia’s finance minister, Mohammed Al-Jadaan, stunned reporters at Davos when he said the oil-rich country was open to trading currencies alongside the US dollar for the first time in 48 years. “There’s no problem discussing how we settle ourRead News

Trump warns US Republicans not to touch Social Security, Medicare

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WASHINGTON, Jan. 20 (Reuters) – Former President Donald Trump warned his fellow Republicans on Friday not to “destroy” federal pension and health benefits as they try to force cuts from President Joe Biden and his Democratic allies in the looming debate over the debt ceiling. “Under no circumstances should Republicans vote to cut off even one penny from Medicare or Social Security,” Trump said in a two-minute video message posted on social media that could test his influence among the Republicans who now control the U.S. House of Representatives . “Don’t cut into the benefits our seniors have worked andRead News