Recently, China’s Foreign Ministry strongly disapproved of the United States’ decision to revise a fact sheet on Taiwan, which removed the phrase “we do not support Taiwan independence.” The Chinese government has accused the U.S. of “gravely backpedalling” on its Taiwan position, signalling a significant shift in the United States diplomatic stance. Taiwan’s government has…
European leaders are set to convene an emergency summit in Paris to address growing concerns over U.S. President Donald Trump’s influence on the peace process in Ukraine. This summit follows Trump’s recent call with Russian President Vladimir Putin, which has raised alarms among European nations about their exclusion from critical negotiations. European leaders to hold…
In a recent report, South Korea’s National Intelligence Service (NIS) raised significant concerns about the Chinese AI application DeepSeek. The NIS accused DeepSeek of excessively collecting personal data and using it for training purposes, which has led to heightened security concerns. Data Collection and Privacy Issues According to the NIS, DeepSeek collects extensive user data,…
T In a significant escalation of tensions between the United States and China, Beijing has imposed sanctions on 13 American companies in direct response to the U.S. approving arms sales to Taiwan. The U.S. recently authorized two defense packages totaling $385 million, which include critical components for F-16 fighter jets and communication support systems. This…
Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman announced the kingdom’s intention to invest $600 billion in the U.S. over the next four years to bolster economic ties. This announcement was made during a phone call with President Donald Trump, as the state-run Saudi Press Agency reported.
In a landmark ruling, American Airlines has been found to have mismanaged its employees’ retirement funds by engaging in investment practices that prioritize Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors. The case, Spence v. American Airlines, Inc., was decided by Judge Reed O’Connor of the Northern District of Texas on January 10, 2025. The lawsuit was…
The Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), also known as the One Belt, One Road (OBOR), is a colossal infrastructure and economic development project launched by China in 2013. Spearheaded by Chinese President Xi Jinping, it aims to enhance global trade and stimulate economic growth across Asia and beyond by building a vast network of trade…
The Vatican has released a comprehensive document outlining ethical guidelines for developing and using artificial intelligence (AI). This document emphasizes that AI should serve as a tool to complement human intelligence rather than replace it. The guidelines address the potential risks AI poses in various sectors, including warfare and healthcare, and call for increased human…
In a recent statement, Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen addressed the ongoing diplomatic tensions surrounding Greenland. While reiterating that Greenland is not for sale, Frederiksen expressed that Denmark is open to increasing the U.S. military presence in the region to address security concerns. This comes amid heightened tensions between the United States and the European…
