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US and Europe want Brazil’s minerals to reduce reliance on China

The US and Europe are increasing outreach to Brazil for critical minerals and rare earths, aiming to build alternative supply chains as competition for strategic resources intensifies.

Europe tightens cybersecurity rules with push to phase out risky suppliers

The EU is moving toward mandatory rules to phase out “high-risk” tech suppliers from critical infrastructure, aiming to strengthen cybersecurity and reduce strategic dependence across member states.

Foreign direct investment into China fell 9.5% in 2025, official data shows

Foreign direct investment into China dropped 9.5% in 2025 to 747.7 billion yuan, official data shows, despite higher inflows from Switzerland, the UAE and the UK.

Beijing probes senior generals Zhang Youxia and Liu Zhenli, defence ministry says

China has opened an investigation into top military leaders Zhang Youxia and Liu Zhenli, deepening a sweeping PLA purge as Beijing tightens discipline and reshapes senior command.

Trump threatens Canada with 100% tariff if Ottawa moves forward on China deal

Trump threatened to impose a 100% tariff on Canadian goods if Canada moves ahead with a trade deal with China, warning Ottawa against becoming a “drop-off port” for Chinese exports.

Trump says a US “armada” is heading to the Middle East as Iran unrest deepens

US military deployments are expanding across the Middle East as Trump signals tougher Iran action, fueling Israeli debate over the scale of a possible strike and raising fears of Iranian retaliation.

Trump says a US “armada” is heading to the Middle East as Iran unrest deepens

US military deployments are expanding across the Middle East as Trump signals tougher Iran action, fueling Israeli debate over the scale of a possible strike and raising fears of Iranian retaliation.

Trump threatens Canada with 100% tariff if Ottawa moves forward on China deal

Trump threatened to impose a 100% tariff on Canadian goods if Canada moves ahead with a trade deal with China, warning Ottawa against becoming a “drop-off port” for Chinese exports.

Miura, Tomono, Yamamoto dominate short program as Olympic season pressure rises

Japan swept the top three spots in the men’s short program at the Four Continents Championships in Beijing, led by Kao Miura, setting up a tense free skate battle.

Trump threatens Canada with 100% tariff if Ottawa moves forward on China deal

Trump threatened to impose a 100% tariff on Canadian goods if Canada moves ahead with a trade deal with China, warning Ottawa against becoming a “drop-off port” for Chinese exports.

Miura, Tomono, Yamamoto dominate short program as Olympic season pressure rises

Japan swept the top three spots in the men’s short program at the Four Continents Championships in Beijing, led by Kao Miura, setting up a tense free skate battle.

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Trump says a US “armada” is heading to the Middle East as Iran unrest deepens

US military deployments are expanding across the Middle East as Trump signals tougher Iran action, fueling Israeli debate over the scale of a possible strike and raising fears of Iranian retaliation.

Air France and KLM cancel Israel flights as more airlines suspend Middle East routes

Air France and KLM have canceled weekend flights to Israel as more airlines suspend or adjust routes to Tel Aviv and the Middle East amid rising regional tensions and airspace concerns.

El-Sisi and Trump to Converge at Davos Amidst Global Tensions

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi and former U.S. President Donald Trump are set to meet at the World Economic Forum in Davos to discuss regional developments, including the Gaza conflict and the Nile Dam dispute.

EU Rushes Generators to Ukraine as Russian Strikes Plunge Millions into -20°C Freezing Darkness

The EU is sending emergency generators to Ukraine to combat the energy crisis caused by Russian strikes, providing vital power to millions amid freezing temperatures.

Foreign direct investment into China fell 9.5% in 2025, official data shows

Foreign direct investment into China dropped 9.5% in 2025 to 747.7 billion yuan, official data shows, despite higher inflows from Switzerland, the UAE and the UK.

Singapore introduces new rules to guide safe deployment of autonomous AI agents

Singapore unveiled a new Model AI Governance Framework for Agentic AI, offering guidance and safeguards for responsible deployment of autonomous AI agents in business.

Italy, Germany seek “safe supply chains” for key materials amid China concerns

Italy and Germany pledged closer coordination on critical raw materials to secure stable supply chains and curb price dominance, as Europe seeks stronger industrial resilience.

Apple Reportedly Eyes Intel Partnership for Future iPhone Chips

Apple is reportedly considering a partnership with Intel to manufacture some future iPhone chips, aiming to diversify its supply chain and reduce reliance on TSMC. Reports suggest Intel would act as a foundry for Apple-designed processors, potentially starting in 2028.

Trump says a US “armada” is heading to the Middle East as Iran unrest deepens

US military deployments are expanding across the Middle East as Trump signals tougher Iran action, fueling Israeli debate over the scale of a possible strike and raising fears of Iranian retaliation.

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