Turkmenistan News API

Supported Countries - 165

Afghanistan

Albania

Algeria

Angola

Argentina

Australia

Austria

Azerbaijan

Bahamas

Bahrain

Bangladesh

Barbados

Belarus

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Brazil

Brunei

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Cameroon

Canada

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Central African Republic

Chile

China

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Croatia

Cuba

Cyprus

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DR Congo

Denmark

Djibouti

Dominica

Dominican Republic

Ecuador

Egypt

El Salvador

Estonia

Ethiopia

Fiji

Finland

France

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Gabon

Georgia

Germany

Ghana

Greece

Guatemala

Guinea

Haiti

Honduras

Hong Kong

Hungary

Iceland

India

Indonesia

Iran

Iraq

Ireland

Israel

Italy

Ivory Coast

Jamaica

Japan

Jordan

Kazakhstan

Kenya

Kuwait

Kyrgyzstan

Laos

Latvia

Lebanon

Libya

Lithuania

Luxembourg

Macedonia

Madagascar

Malawi

Malaysia

Maldives

Mali

Malta

Marshall Islands

Mauritania

Mauritius

Mexico

Moldova

Monaco

Mongolia

Montenegro

Morocco

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Myanmar

Namibia

Nepal

Netherland

New Zealand

Niger

Nigeria

North Korea

Norway

Oman

Pakistan

Palestine

Panama

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Paraguay

Peru

Philippines

Poland

Portugal

Puerto Rico

Qatar

Romania

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Samoa

Saudi Arabia

Senegal

Serbia

Singapore

Slovakia

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Solomon Islands

Somalia

South Africa

South Korea

Spain

Sri Lanka

Sudan

Sweden

Switzerland

Syria

Taiwan

Tajikistan

Tanzania

Thailand

Tonga

Tunisia

Turkey

Turkmenistan

Uganda

Ukraine

United Arab Emirates

United Kingdom

United States Of America

Uruguay

Uzbekistan

Vanuatu

Venezuela

Vietnam

Yemen

Zambia

Zimbabwe

Get headlines from Turkmenistan with our JSON API.

🔑 Get API key for the Turkmenistan News API

Country Parameter

The country paramter for the Turkmenistan is TM.

Some example queries:

Below is the search query to fetch random 100 news-sources of Turkmenistan.

https://newsdata.io/api/1/sources?country=tm&apikey=YOUR_API_KEY

Some of the well known sources

Live Example

This example demonstrates the HTTP request to make, and the JSON response you will receive, when you use the News API to get headlines from Turkmenistan.

Headlines from Turkmenistan

https://newsdata.io/api/1/latest?country=tm&apikey=YOUR_API_KEY

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      • "title": "\"هيومن رايتس\" تحذر من خطط ترامب لترحيل المهاجرين إلى ليبيا",
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      • "description": "حذرت منظمة \"هيومن رايتس ووتش\" من خطط إدارة الرئيس الأمريكي دونالد ترامب لترحيل المهاجرين إلى ليبيا.",
      • "content": "وأكدت المنظمة في تقرير صادر اليوم الجمعة، على أن ذلك \"ينتهك القانون الدولي\" ويعرض المرحلين لخطر التعذيب وسوء المعاملة والانتهاكات الجسيمة، في بلد يعاني من الانقسام والفوضى وانعدام أبسط مقومات الحماية القانونية حسب وصفها. وذكرت المنظمة أن هناك \"معلومات متقاطعة من وسائل إعلام أمريكية ومسؤولين حكوميين\" تشير إلى نية الإدارة الأمريكية ترحيل عدد غير محدد من المهاجرين المحتجزين حاليا في مركز بولاية تكساس إلى ليبيا، رغم قرار قضائي صادر في 7 مايو يمنع هذا الإجراء، إلا أن الرئيس الأمريكي دونالد ترامب، حين سُئل عن الخطة، قال: \"لا أعلم\". وأشارت \"هيومن رايتس\" إلى أن المهاجرين المشمولين بالترحيل يشملون جنسيات من الفلبين، فيتنام، لاوس، والمكسيك، وقد تم إبلاغ بعضهم شفويا، بل وقدمت أوراق رسمية لأحدهم تؤكد ترحيله إلى ليبيا. وفي ردود رسمية، نفت حكومة الوحدة الوطنية في طرابلس ووزارة خارجيتها أي تفاهم مع واشنطن بشأن استقبال هؤلاء المهاجرين، كما أصدرت القيادة العامة للقوات المسلحة الليبية في الشرق ووزارة خارجيتها بيانا مماثلا ينفي وجود أي اتفاق. وأدانت حنان صلاح، مديرة قسم الشرق الأوسط وشمال إفريقيا المساعدة في المنظمة، ما وصفته بمحاولة \"إجبار بلد مفكك كليبيا على استقبال محتجزين، بينما ترتكب فيه انتهاكات موثقة بحق المهاجرين\"، مضيفة: \"مراكز الاحتجاز هناك جحيم، والانتهاكات ممنهجة وتمارس من قبل جماعات مسلحة خارجة عن السيطرة\". ويوثق التقرير سجلا من الانتهاكات المستمرة في ليبيا خلال العقدين الأخيرين، شملت التعذيب، الاعتقال التعسفي، الاعتداءات الجنسية، القتل تحت التعذيب، والاختفاء القسري، وسط غياب تام للرقابة القضائية أو إمكانية الطعن على قرارات الاحتجاز. كما أشار التقرير إلى أن ليبيا ليست طرفا في اتفاقية 1951 الخاصة بوضع اللاجئين، ولا تملك قانونا للجوء، ما يجعل أي عملية احتجاز لمهاجرين مرحلين إليها \"غير قانونية وتعسفية\" حسب المعايير الدولية. وانتقدت المنظمة أيضا الاتحاد الأوروبي لتعاونه المستمر مع خفر السواحل الليبي، متهمة الدول الأوروبية بالتواطؤ في إعادة المهاجرين إلى مراكز احتجاز يتعرضون فيها للانتهاك، في خرق صارخ لحقوق الإنسان. وأكدت المنظمة أن استخدام إدارة ترامب لقوانين مثل \"قانون الأعداء الأجانب\" لتبرير ترحيل جماعي لمهاجرين، دون مراعاة الحد الأدنى من الإجراءات القانونية أو حماية اللاجئين، يثير القلق بشأن مستقبل سياسات الهجرة الأمريكية. وختمت \"هيومن رايتس\" بيانها بتساؤل حاد: \"إذا كانت ليبيا وجهة ممكنة لترحيل المحتجزين، فأي بلد على وجه الأرض سيكون مستبعدا من لائحة الترحيل؟\". المصدر: RT",
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      • "title": "New Pope Leo XIV vows to bring light to world's 'dark nights'",
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      • "content": "VATICAN CITY: Pope Leo XIV on Friday (May 9) celebrated his first Mass in the Sistine Chapel where he was elected less than 24 hours earlier and prayed that his historic papacy can help the Catholic Church be a beacon illuminating \"the dark nights of this world\". Leo, the former Cardinal Robert Prevost and the first US pope , looked serene as he said the Mass in the famous, frescoed chapel with the same cardinals who chose him to be the 267th pontiff and the successor to Pope Francis. Dressed in relatively simple white and gold vestments, Leo, who was born in Chicago but spent two decades as a missionary in Peru, said a few words in English before continuing his homily in fluent Italian. He painted the spiritual picture of the Church he would like to see under his papacy. \"God has .... entrusted this treasure to me so that, with his help, I may be its faithful administrator for the sake of the entire mystical Body of the Church,\" he said. \"He has done so in order that she may be ever more fully a city set on a hill, an ark of salvation sailing through the waters of history and a beacon that illumines the dark nights of this world,\" he added, according to the official translation. The 1.4 billion-member Church, was great not because of \"the magnificence of her structures or the grandeur of her buildings ... but rather through the holiness of her members\". SWIFT APPOINTMENT Leo, aged 69, was elected at the end of a swift two-day conclave that was wrapped up on Thursday evening when white smoke billowed from the chimney on the chapel. Before his election, US cardinals had largely been written off as papal contenders because of a widespread assumption that the global Church could not be run by a superpower pope. However, he also holds Peruvian citizenship, meaning that he has deep knowledge of both the West and less developed nations. After the Mass, Leo will have lunch with the cardinals who elected him and they will then be free to leave the Vatican and return to their homes around the world. The successor to Pope Francis, who died last month at the age of 88 , inherits a number of major challenges, ranging from a budget shortfall to divisions over whether the Church should be more welcoming towards the LGBT community and divorcees, and should let women play a greater role in its affairs. US President Donald Trump was quick to congratulate Leo . However, the new pope has a history of criticising Trump and Vice President JD Vance's policies, according to posts on the X account of Robert Prevost. The new pope worked for decades in the north of Peru, first as a missionary and later as Bishop of Chiclayo from 2015 to 2023. Catholics took to the streets of the small city in northwestern Peru, and church bells rang out to celebrate the election of a man who they embrace as one of their own. One of the clues to what kind of a Church leader Leo will be was in his choice of name, something that pontiffs often use to send a signal about the priorities of their new papacy. The last pope with this name was Leo XIII, who led the Church from 1878-1903. He was known for his devoted focus to social justice issues, and is often credited with laying the foundation for modern Catholic social teaching. Prevost became a cardinal only in 2023. He has given few media interviews and is known to have a shy personality. Francis brought him to Rome two years ago to head the Vatican office in charge of choosing which priests should serve as Catholic bishops across the globe, meaning he has had a hand in selecting many of the world's bishops.",
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      • "title": "Singapore's aviation sector takes off to meet demand, but labour shortage could stall growth",
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      • "description": "OVER 200 ICONIC LOTS FROM THE CLASSIC SERIES TO BE AUCTIONED ONLINE BETWEEN MAY 12 to 28, 2025, WITH PROCEEDS BENEFITTING THE NATIONAL AUTISTIC SOCIETY. LOS ANGELES, May 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- In celebration of the 80th anniversary of Thomas & Friends, leading entertainment memorabilia auctioneer Propstore, in partnership with Mattel, is proud to launch a special online charity auction featuring over 200 original models, props, and production pieces from the classic Thomas & Friends television series (1984–2008). This one-of-a-kind sale offers fans and collectors the rare opportunity to own authentic pieces from the Island of Sodor. Mattel UK will pay all NET* proceeds of all sums collected under the auction to the National Autistic Society, the UK's leading charity that provides support, guidance, and advice for autistic people and their families. The auction opens for registration on Friday, May 9, 2025, with bidding live online from May 12 - 28, 2025 via propstore.com. These lots are among the top Thomas & Friends highlights: Large Thomas Model - Used in Series 1 and 11, plus The Great Discovery promotional images. Hank the American Engine - One of two identical models built for the last live-action series. Arthur the Big Tank Engine - Includes nine interchangeable faces and original CGI tracker. Elizabeth the Lorry - Used in Rusty Saves the Day, designed to interact with narrow-gauge engines. Byron the Bulldozer - Complete with original remote control, faces, and driver components. Fergus the Traction Engine - Features 10 faces, including one from a deleted scene. Topham Hall - Home of Sir Topham Hatt, featured in Edward the Great and The Great Discovery. Sir Topham Hatt - In charge of organising the North Western Railway, this model was seen in a Series 10 episode. Lady Hatt - The wife of Sir Topham Hatt and also seen a Series 10 episode. Also included in the auction are one-of-a-kind pieces signed by iconic British actors who have voiced Thomas & Friends characters throughout the years, including Olivia Colman, Eddie Redmayne, and Hugh Bonneville. This auction is part of Mattel's wider Thomas & Friends 80th anniversary celebration, which also includes the release of a never-before-seen 1983 pilot episode voiced by Ringo Starr. Plus, a brand-new Thomas & Friends Storytime podcast series, featuring special guests such as the family of Thomas the Tank Engine creator, Wibert Vere Awdry. Stephen Lane, CEO of Propstore, commented: \"Thomas & Friends is part of the fabric of British television history. Propstore is honoured to handle these original production models in a charity sale that not only celebrates the 80th anniversary of this iconic franchise but also benefits the incredible work of the National Autistic Society.\" Peter Watt, Director of National Programmes at the National Autistic Society, said: \"We know that Thomas & Friends is a favourite among many autistic children. We are proud of our partnership with Mattel and the Thomas & Friends brand, and want to say a big thank you for their ongoing support. \"Since 2011, our work together has been encouraging autism understanding and acceptance, and thanks to Bruno The Brake Car, the first ever autistic character on Thomas & Friends, we continue to celebrate autistic representation on our TV screens in Thomas' 80th Anniversary year. \"Events, like this very special auction, raise funds for the vital work we do and help towards our aim of creating a society that works for autistic people. Without the support of companies like Mattel, we couldn't do what we do. Thank you and Happy Birthday, Thomas!\" *Mattel UK will pay all NET (approx. 70%) proceeds of all sums collected under the auction to The National Autistic Society Notes to Editors: For further information, images and interviews please contact:Bethany Willetts | bwilletts@blazepr.com Dropbox link to images (please copy and paste URL): https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/n9hk5jg4xqq2t5z31t41g/AOD9-x4_x9pp1efvJbNZrjc?rlkey=b02od045mxy3gqlcjxu7673ad&dl=0 Please credit: Propstore and Mattel Registration is now open at: https://propstoreauction.com/auctions/info/id/442 About Propstore In 1998, Propstore founder Stephen Lane's love for movies led him to hunt for the same props and costumes used to create his favorite films. He found that he could provide collectors with access to their most coveted pieces and establish archival standards for this new, pop-culture hybrid of fine art and memorabilia collecting—prop art. Since 2014, Propstore has regularly hosted live auctions featuring some of the world's greatest Entertainment Memorabilia treasures. Propstore specializes in film and television props and costumes, production materials, and artwork, as well as music memorabilia, posters, and collectible toys. Propstore also holds regular online auctions in association with many of the industry's major production materials and has over 5,000 items available for sale via Buy Now on www.propstore.com. Following our 2020 Queen's Award for Enterprise in International Trade, Propstore was thrilled to receive the honor again in 2024, this time as the prestigious King's Award for Enterprise. Widely regarded as the highest accolade for business success in the UK, the King's Award for Enterprise recognizes British companies that have excelled in innovation, international trade, sustainable development, and promoting opportunity through social mobility. Social Media: Facebook: @PropStoreTwitter: @propstore_com Instagram/ Threads: prop_store YouTube: thepropstoreTikTok: @.propstore About Mattel Mattel is a leading global toy and family entertainment company and owner of one of the most iconic brand portfolios in the world. We engage consumers and fans through our franchise brands, including Barbie®, Hot Wheels®, Fisher-Price®, American Girl®, Thomas & FriendsTM, UNO®, Masters of the Universe®, Matchbox®, Monster High®, MEGA® and Polly Pocket®, as well as other popular properties that we own or license in partnership with global entertainment companies. Our offerings include toys, content, consumer products, digital and live experiences. Our products are sold in collaboration with the world's leading retail and ecommerce companies. Since its founding in 1945, Mattel is proud to be a trusted partner in empowering generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential. Visit us at mattel.com. About the National Autistic Society: The National Autistic Society is the UK's leading charity for autistic people. We are here to transform lives, change attitudes and create a society that works for autistic people. Since 1962, we have been campaigning for autistic people's rights and providing support and advice to autistic people and their families. To find out more about the charity and autism, visit www.autism.org.uk Follow the National Autistic Society's social media accounts on Facebook, Instagram, Threads, X, LinkedIn and YouTube. About Autism Autism is a lifelong neurodivergence and disability which influences how people experience and interact with the world. More than one in 100 people are autistic which means there are at least 700,000 autistic adults and children in the UK. People of all ages, genders and ethnicities can be autistic. But people from marginalised groups can face more barriers to getting a diagnosis. Autistic people are different from each other. They have a unique combination of characteristics with different sets of strengths and challenges. Autistic people may: feel things and react to them differently to non-autistic people be much more or less sensitive to the five main senses: sight, sound, touch, taste and smell, and senses for balance, movement, spatial awareness and awareness of internal states find socialising confusing or tiring or become overwhelmed in loud or busy places have different communication styles, skills and preferences to non-autistic people have intense interests prefer order and routine use repeated movements or actions to calm themselves or express joy mask their discomfort to fit in, which can lead to mental illness. Read our guidance on how to talk and write about autism. Large Thomas Model - Used in Series 1 and 11.",
      • "content": "OVER 200 ICONIC LOTS FROM THE CLASSIC SERIES TO BE AUCTIONED ONLINE BETWEEN MAY 12 to 28, 2025, WITH PROCEEDS BENEFITTING THE NATIONAL AUTISTIC SOCIETY. LOS ANGELES , May 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- In celebration of the 80th anniversary of Thomas & Friends , leading entertainment memorabilia auctioneer Propstore , in partnership with Mattel , is proud to launch a special online charity auction featuring over 200 original models, props, and production pieces from the classic Thomas & Friends television series (1984–2008). This one-of-a-kind sale offers fans and collectors the rare opportunity to own authentic pieces from the Island of Sodor. Mattel UK will pay all NET * proceeds of all sums collected under the auction to the National Autistic Society, the UK's leading charity that provides support, guidance, and advice for autistic people and their families. The auction opens for registration on Friday, May 9, 2025, with bidding live online from May 12 - 28, 2025 via propstore.com . These lots are among the top Thomas & Friends highlights: Also included in the auction are one-of-a-kind pieces signed by iconic British actors who have voiced Thomas & Friends characters throughout the years, including Olivia Colman, Eddie Redmayne, and Hugh Bonneville. This auction is part of Mattel's wider Thomas & Friends 80th anniversary celebration , which also includes the release of a never-before-seen 1983 pilot episode voiced by Ringo Starr. Plus, a brand-new Thomas & Friends Storytime podcast series , featuring special guests such as the family of Thomas the Tank Engine creator, Wibert Vere Awdry. Stephen Lane, CEO of Propstore, commented: \" Thomas & Friends is part of the fabric of British television history. Propstore is honoured to handle these original production models in a charity sale that not only celebrates the 80th anniversary of this iconic franchise but also benefits the incredible work of the National Autistic Society.\" Peter Watt, Director of National Programmes at the National Autistic Society, said: \"We know that Thomas & Friends is a favourite among many autistic children. We are proud of our partnership with Mattel and the Thomas & Friends brand, and want to say a big thank you for their ongoing support. \"Since 2011, our work together has been encouraging autism understanding and acceptance, and thanks to Bruno The Brake Car, the first ever autistic character on Thomas & Friends, we continue to celebrate autistic representation on our TV screens in Thomas' 80th Anniversary year. \"Events, like this very special auction, raise funds for the vital work we do and help towards our aim of creating a society that works for autistic people. Without the support of companies like Mattel, we couldn't do what we do. Thank you and Happy Birthday, Thomas!\" * Mattel UK will pay all NET (approx. 70%) proceeds of all sums collected under the auction to The National Autistic Society Notes to Editors: For further information, images and interviews please contact: Bethany Willetts | bwilletts@blazepr.com Dropbox link to images (please copy and paste URL) : https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/n9hk5jg4xqq2t5z31t41g/AOD9-x4_x9pp1efvJbNZrjc?rlkey=b02od045mxy3gqlcjxu7673ad&dl=0 Please credit: Propstore and Mattel Registration is now open at: https://propstoreauction.com/auctions/info/id/442 About Propstore In 1998, Propstore founder Stephen Lane's love for movies led him to hunt for the same props and costumes used to create his favorite films. He found that he could provide collectors with access to their most coveted pieces and establish archival standards for this new, pop-culture hybrid of fine art and memorabilia collecting—prop art. Since 2014, Propstore has regularly hosted live auctions featuring some of the world's greatest Entertainment Memorabilia treasures. Propstore specializes in film and television props and costumes, production materials, and artwork, as well as music memorabilia, posters, and collectible toys. Propstore also holds regular online auctions in association with many of the industry's major production materials and has over 5,000 items available for sale via Buy Now on www.propstore.com . Following our 2020 Queen's Award for Enterprise in International Trade, Propstore was thrilled to receive the honor again in 2024, this time as the prestigious King's Award for Enterprise. Widely regarded as the highest accolade for business success in the UK, the King's Award for Enterprise recognizes British companies that have excelled in innovation, international trade, sustainable development, and promoting opportunity through social mobility. Social Media: Facebook: @PropStore Twitter: @propstore_com Instagram/ Threads: prop_store YouTube: thepropstore TikTok: @.propstore About Mattel Mattel is a leading global toy and family entertainment company and owner of one of the most iconic brand portfolios in the world. We engage consumers and fans through our franchise brands, including Barbie ® , Hot Wheels ® , Fisher-Price ® , American Girl ® , Thomas & Friends TM , UNO ® , Masters of the Universe ® , Matchbox ® , Monster High ® , MEGA ® and Polly Pocket ® , as well as other popular properties that we own or license in partnership with global entertainment companies. Our offerings include toys, content, consumer products, digital and live experiences. Our products are sold in collaboration with the world's leading retail and ecommerce companies. Since its founding in 1945, Mattel is proud to be a trusted partner in empowering generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential. 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      • "content": "TOKYO — This week, US President Donald Trump subjected Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney to an Oval Office economics lesson. It did not go well. There Trump was, telling a former central banker who studied at Harvard and Oxford that America’s annual with Canada is really a “subsidy.” That deeply confused — Say, what?!?!? — look on Carney’s face as Trump talked gibberish is all of us, but especially Chinese officials who are about to be subject to Team Trump in trade talks this weekend. As discussions begin in Geneva, Switzerland on Saturday, Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng will try to do his best , keeping a straight face as Trump’s emissaries do their best to translate Trump’s rather baroque grasp of trade. He is an interesting sparring partner for US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer. A longtime political ally of President Xi Jinping, He even attended the Chinese leader’s 1987 wedding. As a former deputy mayor of the port city of Xiamen, He innately understands the mechanics of China’s state-centric economic model — and what the US-China trade deficit is and what it isn’t. Bloomberg on Friday that the US side may be willing to reduce tariffs, now set at a cartoonishly high 145%, to below 60% to de-escalate tensions and ease the economic pain both sides are beginning to feel. China’s tariffs on US goods are currently set at 125%. The US side will also reportedly press China to ease export restrictions on rare earth minerals used in various sensitive industries. Trump said he believed the weekend talks might result in tangible progress, with China agreeing to make concessions. Most analysts consider this weekend more of a “touch gloves moment” than a formal on-the-clock trade deliberation. Yet this negotiation on the negotiations to come — rules of the game, logistics, definitions, etc. — will be closely watched by markets. The same goes for world leaders dreading their own moment in the Trumpian glare. Trump trade advisor Peter Navarro’s claim that the US would sign 90 trade deals in 90 days is now a punchline. Ditto for Trump’s farcical I-already-have-200-trade-deals-done claim and talk of “ .” Sensitive to the level of global eye-rolling, Trump sought to rush one of these sub-deals to the altar – with the UK. This, too, did not go well. Anyone who thinks Trump just scored a notable increase in access to Britain’s economy hasn’t read the details, or lack thereof. If Trump really got the better of British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, why is the American Automotive Policy Council already pushing back so hard? Trump’s handiwork here “hurts American automakers, suppliers, and auto workers,” says the group’s president Matt Blunt. In fact, AAPC argues, Trump is getting bamboozled into giving UK vehicles “preferential access” to the US market, not vice versa. Suffice to say, Bessent and Greer have quite a balancing act to pull off: translating Trump’s warped views on trade dynamics to a group of old-school policymakers who know better. China, for example, has not shied away from publicly calling Trump out for misstatements about communications between Washington and Beijing. Trump claimed to receive phone calls from Xi that Beijing says didn’t happen. , under oath in a Congressional hearing, had to refute Trump’s claims that the US and China were already conducting negotiations. It means that the first thing Trump conceded in these talks is basic trust. If you are the leaders of Japan, Singapore, South Korea or Taiwan, awaiting their turn in Carney’s shoes in the Oval Office, you’re going into US negotiations with great skepticism. From Trump 1.0, world leaders learned that Trump trade talks aren’t negotiations so much as moments to extort allies and foes alike. For Xi’s part, China will go in pledging to do what the Communist Party has been attempting for years: step up domestic consumption. The challenge for He is making the case that China shifting away from exports to a domestic demand-led model is a win-win for the global economy. More Chinese demand for Apple’s phones, Nike’s shoes, Ford’s cars, Hasbro’s toys, General Electric’s appliances and Hollywood’s entertainment is great for the US economy. But, as He must try to explain, Trump’s tariff actions will only reduce the wherewithal of 1.4 billion to buy overseas goods. The same goes for China’s ability to switch economic engines in mid-flight, a huge challenge even in the most stable of environments. also should have a prominent place on Bessent’s mental pros and cons list. In using tariffs to bring China to the table, Trump World risks tipping Asia’s biggest economy into a falling-price cycle. Thankfully, China’s experience with deflation has been mild relative to Japan’s in the 1990s. But this weekend, as Bessent and He size each other up, Beijing is scheduled to release data showing factory-gate prices are now down 31 consecutive months. And that consumer prices fell for a third straight month. Exacerbating China’s deflation risks in 2025 is not in America’s economic interest. Nor that of the broader Group of Seven nations. “If the US wants to resolve the issue through negotiation, it must face the serious negative impact of unilateral tariff measures on itself and the world,” warns China’s commerce ministry. There’s an argument, too, that Trump needs a trade deal more than Xi. Arguably, the only way Trump can live down anger among American households over tariffs — to have even a fleeting chance to argue the end justifies the means – is striking a China deal. Xi’s party, meanwhile, doesn’t have to contest mid-term elections in late 2026. Trump also blinked first, remember. He backtracked on “reciprocal” tariffs with most countries rather quickly. Trump has offered carve-outs for more companies, including Apple, and industries than economists can count. Greer, himself, has warned that a trade deal that gets watered down can be ” and “undermine” the impact. Trump 2.0 is doing just that in real time. Also, Chinese trade data released Friday could give He something of a spring in his step arriving in Geneva. Though exports to the US dropped a precipitous 21% in April year on year, overall shipments managed to rise a greater-than-expected 8.1%. It was a clear sign that Chinese companies are succeeding in efforts to increase sales in other markets to compensate for falling US sales. Bessent’s team at the US Treasury is also paying very close attention to Beijing’s currency reserve holdings. Last week, Japan’s Finance Minister Katsunobu Kato made waves in markets by saying Tokyo’s US$1.1 trillion of US Treasury holdings “does exist as a card” to play in trade talks. This has US officials worried China might be even more inclined to use its own US$760 billion as leverage versus Trump World. The shockwaves that any move to dump Treasuries would cause everywhere have Asia on edge. “We suspect these dollar hoardings by Asian exporters and institutional investors may be extremely large – possibly on the order of $2.5 trillion or so – and pose sharp downside risks to the dollar vis-à-vis these Asian currencies,” Eurizon SLJ Capital economists Stephen Jen and Joana Freire write in a note. Only Xi knows if Beijing would take things that far. But the ways in which Trump has conducted himself vis-à-vis China have enabled Xi to rally the support of many average Chinese. “We believe Beijing views these US trade actions as nothing short of a declaration of ,” BCA Research analysts argue in a note. That could buy Xi a lot of goodwill with the Chinese masses. Yet, wildcards abound. Over the last six months, the Freedom House’s China Dissent Monitor has detected statistically significant increases in in-person protest activity. Grievances, often over unpaid wages, are reportedly bubbling up in factories around the nation. Nomura Holdings economists warn that Trump’s tariffs could erase as many as 15.8 million mainland jobs. Goldman Sachs says makers of apparel, communications equipment and chemical products are uniquely vulnerable. Goldman says that as many as 20 million mainland jobs are directly dependent on US-bound shipments. The market chaos is hitting developing economies everywhere. “Portfolio flows to emerging markets came to a standstill in April, with the first month of the second quarter marked by the sharpest regime shift in trade policy in over a decade,” says Jonathan Fortun, economist at the Institute of International Economics. Total non-resident flows registered a marginal net outflow of $200 million, a dramatic reversal from the US$37.5 billion in net inflows recorded in March. The data, Fortun says, “underline the significance” of the Trump administration’s April 2 “Liberation Day” tariff announcement, “which triggered a meaningful repricing of global risk and a sharp increase in flow volatility across emerging-market assets.” Given the turmoil in global markets, the got out ahead of this week’s trade talks with rate cuts. Other authorities, including the National Financial Regulatory Administration and China Securities Regulatory Commission, announced 21 different support measures targeting the property sector, stock market, technology sector, exporters and domestic consumption. In addition to cutting official rates, PBOC added liquidity by reducing the reserve requirement ratio for big banks by 50 basis points to 9%. That, says Carlos Casanova, senior Asia economist at Union Bancaire Privee, released roughly one trillion yuan ($237 billion) of fresh liquidity, equivalent to about 0.7% of GDP, into the economy. “While the market from the PBOC, including dual interest and RRR cuts, the proactive timing and detailed nature of the measures were surprising,” Casanova says. “Overall, this move is promising, indicating the government’s readiness to deploy stimulus even before definitive data confirms a growth slowdown.” Others think the PBOC might have to act more aggressively to dispel deflation fears. Research firm Capital Economics called Wednesday’s rate cuts “positive but modest.” Some worry that China’s April data might provide a false sense of confidence that its 5.4% growth in the first quarter is sustainable without additional support efforts. “The damage of the US tariffs has not shown up in the trade data in April,” says economist Zhiwei Zhang, president of Pinpoint Asset Management. Yet Trump’s trade war has been a comedy of errors — and not just him telling an economist in the Oval Office that up is down and black is white. The fact that the US contracted in the first quarter while China beat growth expectations suggests Trump has got his economics wrong. Just another reason why China may very well run circles around Trump World in the talks about talks and negotiations to come.",
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      • "title": "Championing peace, upholding Pope Francis’ legacy: How Leo XIV could lead the Catholic Church",
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      • "content": "SINGAPORE: The new head of the Catholic Church looks set to continue his predecessor’s legacy and focus on championing peace amid ongoing global conflicts, said observers. Robert Francis Prevost, who picked Leo XIV as his papal name , will lead the world’s 1.4 billion Catholics after being chosen by a conclave comprising cardinals from 70 nations. He is the first pope from the United States. Originally from Chicago, Pope Leo XIV spent most of his career as a missionary in Peru and became a cardinal only in 2023. In the 69-year-old’s first speech as pontiff on Thursday (May 8), which he delivered in Italian and Spanish, he wished the world “peace be with you” and implored people to “build bridges through dialogue”. Dr Ruben Mendoza, associate professor of theology at Ateneo De Manila University, described his speech as “significant”, noting how the new pope also referred to the late Pope Francis’ Easter message . Pope Francis had called for an end to wars and conflicts in the world, including in Gaza and Ukraine. “Peace actually is one of the themes of the Catholic social tradition,” said Dr Mendoza. “So, perhaps we can expect from him (Pope Leo XIV) to focus on that particular area and to further develop the Catholic social teaching in that area.” CONTINUITY WITH POPE FRANCIS Experts said the cardinals’ pick showed they wished for continuity with Pope Francis – a progressive who opened the door to conversations on many long-standing and often contentious issues during his 12-year papacy. These included his landmark approval in 2023 for Catholic priests to offer blessings to same-sex couples. Dr Mendoza noted how Pope Leo XIV had said “we want to be a synodal church”, which was a focus of Pope Francis. “That’s sounding, I think, (to be) a very positive continuation of the programme of Pope Francis,” he told CNA’s Asia First programme. “When we speak of synodality, this would mean talking to all peoples, listening to all peoples, engaging in dialogue ... listening to people who have been traditionally marginalised by the Catholic Church. That would include members of the LGBTQ community,” he added. Dr Mendoza said the world can expect the church to continue reaching out to such groups to ensure they feel they are part of the church. Dr Paul Michael Hedges, professor of interreligious studies at the S Rajaratnam School of International Studies, noted that Pope Leo XIV is among 80 per cent of current cardinals who were appointed by Pope Francis himself. “Pope Francis was very inclusive, picking cardinals from many different factions within the church,” he added. Pope Leo XIV’s age – relatively young for a pontiff – also means the church expects him to be pope for a long time, Dr Hedges told CNA’s Asia Now programme. “Sometimes, after you've had a pontiff in place for quite some time – particularly somebody like Francis, who has made some changes in direction in how he presented the church – they will often go for somebody, perhaps sort of an older, an interim person, to balance the boat,” he added. “But with this new young person, he's clearly there to continue this legacy.” MORE MODERATE THAN POPE FRANCIS Dr Hedges described the new pontiff as a “slightly more moderate figure” than Pope Francis and a “conservative figure in many ways”, but one who has greater appeal across the church. The professor pointed out how Pope Leo XIV is an expert in canon law – a code of ecclesiastical laws governing the Catholic Church. He earned a doctorate in canon law at the Pontifical University of St Thomas Aquinas (Angelicum) in Rome. “He’s also been sort of welcomed into the LGBTQ community, and the conservative side of the church in places like Africa. This will be seen as something positive,” Dr Hedges said. However, he said Pope Leo XIV has been “quite quiet” on matters like the Russia-Ukraine and Gaza wars, which Pope Francis has spoken out strongly about. “Whether it becomes something he speaks about more is an issue,” he added. As for the new pope’s choice of papal name, the experts said the significance lies in how the previous Leo – Leo XIII, who was pope between 1879 and 1903 – was a determined defender of workers’ rights. Dr Mendoza pointed out that Pope Leo XIII issued the first social encyclical in the Catholic Church in 1981, where he addressed the rights of workers and capitalism at the dawn of the industrial age. “Assuming he had Leo XIII in mind, it would seem that the Catholic social tradition would be the emphasis of Pope Leo XIV,” Dr Mendoza added. APPEAL IN ASIA The new pontiff has connections to both the global north and global south, including Asia – particularly Southeast Asia – where he is “quite well-known”, said Dr Hedges. He was head of the Augustinian religious order from 2001 to 2013, which operates in 50 countries and has a focus on a life of community and equality among its members. “He travelled through the whole world. He’s been several times to the Philippines. He’s been to Taiwan, to Vietnam, to India, to many places across Asia, and that means he’s got a network, that people know him and like him,” Dr Hedges noted. “Of course, they find him a very appealing figure.” Pope Leo XIV also has a good working relationship with Asian cardinals like Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle from the Philippines, who was a frontrunner to become pope. \"It will be reassuring for the church in Asia, which is now one of the largest-growing parts of the Catholic Church, that somebody who is coming in really understands what’s (happening in these parts),\" Dr Hedges added.",
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      • "content": "MUNICH , May 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Sigenergy marked a key milestone during Intersolar 2025 with an exclusive launch event at Munich's Brainlab Tower, reaffirming its commitment to building an AI-enhanced smart energy ecosystem. The event welcomed over 500 guests and underscored the company's ambition to redefine the future of intelligent, user-centric energy systems. Since its founding in 2022, Sigenergy has expanded rapidly into more than 60 countries, with strong market share gains across Europe, Africa, and Oceania in both residential and commercial segments, becoming one of the fastest growing companies in the industry. \" At Sigenergy, we believe energy systems should think, learn, and serve people,\" said Tony Xu, Founder and CEO of Sigenergy. \"We're entering an era where autonomy and intelligence are not features, but fundamentals. That's why we're investing heavily in AI.\" One of the clearest expressions of Sigenergy's investment in intelligence is the newly redesigned mySigen App 3.0. The app illustrates how AI is being seamlessly integrated to elevate the entire energy management experience. With features such as real-time visualized energy flows, a built-in AI assistant, and personalized usage analytics, it gives users sharper insights, smarter control, and the ability to optimize their energy usage with confidence. Sigenergy's customers-first philosophy is also emphasized in the event. \"The smartest ideas often come from the people using our systems every day — installers, homeowners, and partners,\" Xu said. \"Innovation starts by listening.\" By directly responding to user feedback, Sigenergy ensures that its hardware and software evolve to meet real-world needs, making them not only smarter but also easier to install, operate, and maintain. The evening also celebrated the people behind Sigenergy's rapid rise, with a Partner Awards Ceremony honoring top-performing distributors and installers. Their dedication and expertise have played a vital role in delivering Sigenergy's smart energy solutions to more homes and businesses around the world.",
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      • "content": "SINGAPORE: All Singapore Haj pilgrims travelling to Saudi Arabia in June are required to be vaccinated for influenza and COVID-19, in addition to the mandatory meningococcal shot. This comes after the Ministry of Health (MOH) and the Communicable Diseases Agency (CDA) updated its vaccination requirements, in consultation with the Islamic Religious Council of Singapore (MUIS). \"This is to safeguard Haj pilgrims' health throughout their journey and better protect them from infections while overseas,\" said MOH and CDA in a joint news release on Friday (May 9). For the COVID-19 vaccination requirement, pilgrims must show proof of \"either a single dose of the updated vaccine for the 2024-2025 season, completion of primary vaccination series, or laboratory-confirmed recovery from a COVID-19 infection during the year 2024\". Under the influenza vaccination requirement, pilgrims must receive the jab within 12 months before their travel date. Those who have received the meningococcal vaccination must have completed it at least 10 days before departure. Pilgrims must provide proof of the respective vaccinations. MOH and CDA said that MUIS had earlier informed pilgrims about the updated vaccination requirements via Haj collaterals so that they have time to arrange for the jabs. The authorities also recommended that pilgrims ensure they are up-to-date with other national recommended vaccinations listed in the National Adult Immunisation Schedule and National Childhood Immunisation Schedule. For instance, elderly and medically vulnerable pilgrims should take the pneumococcal vaccine before their trip, they said. The recommendations also apply to pilgrims from Singapore who plan to travel to Saudi Arabia for Umrah pilgrimages, added MOH and CDA. In planning for a safe pilgrimage, the authorities advised pilgrims to consult their healthcare provider four to six weeks before travelling, about any vaccinations and preventive medications they should get. Pilgrims are also recommended to have both their physical vaccination certificates and digital vaccination records via the HealthHub app ready for border checks in Saudi Arabia. Previously, only the meningococcal vaccine was required for the 2024 Haj and Umrah pilgrimages, with influenza and COVID-19 jabs under the recommended vaccinations list, according to MOH's health advisory then. MUIS has issued letters of offer to 900 pilgrims for the Haj 2025 pilgrimage.",
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      • "content": "SINGAPORE: From Washington and Beijing, planes carrying senior leaders and trade officials are en route to one negotiating table in Switzerland - but who has the upper hand? The imbalance in negotiating power is already clear, analysts said, as US and Chinese officials convene in Switzerland this weekend for their first face-to-face trade talks since President Donald Trump’s sweeping new tariffs took effect. The meetings, scheduled for Saturday (May 10) and Sunday, will be led by US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Trade Representative Jamieson Greer. On Beijing’s side, Vice Premier He Lifeng will represent the government. Despite its own domestic economic strain, China enters the talks with firmer demands, a unified message, and greater strategic patience, according to observers. The United States, by contrast, has tempered expectations and downplayed the prospects of a deal. “China does have the upper hand because the US is reaching out,” said Wang Dan, China director at Eurasia Group. “The trigger for (the talks) is mainly the domestic condition of the US. People have anticipated some hardships, but nobody expected this type of turbulence in the market.” To be sure, both China and the US are “feeling real economic pain from these outlandishly high tariffs”, said Dexter Tiff Roberts, a nonresident senior fellow at the Atlantic Council’s Global China Hub. The US faces the threat of empty store shelves and higher consumer prices, while China grapples with a loss of export-related jobs. “I do think, though, that the tolerance for pain is higher in China ... the whole ability to ‘eat bitterness’,” said Roberts, referring to the Chinese saying “chi ku”, which means to “eat bitterness” or to endure hardship. A HARDER LINE FROM BEIJING The US has made clear that the talks are not expected to yield a breakthrough, with Bessent describing them as a first step toward outlining topics for future negotiations. “My sense is that this will be about de-escalation, not about the big trade deal,” Bessent said in an interview with Fox News on Tuesday. “We’ve got to de-escalate before we can move forward.” Beijing, meanwhile, has taken a markedly different tone. China’s commerce ministry issued a statement ahead of the talks insisting the US “must face up to the serious negative impact of unilateral tariff measures on itself and the world.” It warned that China “will never agree” to any outcome based on “coercion and blackmail”. The message from Beijing has been consistent: without significant tariff relief, there will be no substantive negotiation. “I don’t think it’s a tactic,” said Wang. “It’s essentially a safe play for Beijing, because Trump is unpredictable. Even if something is agreed privately ... there still can be changes when it comes to the official talks.” “So China is very much aware of that, and (President) Xi wants to control the situation.” Roberts noted that Chinese officials had previously denied US claims that negotiations were underway . “Trump and his people repeatedly said talks were happening when apparently they were not,” he said. “I think they thought saying that would be a strategy to make talks happen sooner.” “The US is the one that comes into this feeling a little more desperate ... I think there was a misperception that China would somehow be more of a pushover and more desperate to come to the talks. And I don't think that's what's happened.” Xu Jianwei, senior economist for Greater China at Natixis, noted that any US move to reduce tariffs would carry political risk. “Rolling back tariffs too much would inevitably invite an uncomfortable question for the US: what was the point of the confrontation if it led us back to square one?” he said. POLICY DIVERGENCE, ECONOMIC STRAIN The talks come amid growing economic strain in both countries. Trump’s tariff package imposed a 10 per cent blanket duty on virtually all imports, on top of existing 25 per cent tariffs on steel, aluminium, automobiles, and parts. Since January, he has also raised tariffs on Chinese imports to 145 per cent, prompting Beijing to hit back with 125 per cent on US exports. In China, up to 16 million export-related jobs could be at risk under the current US tariffs, according to estimates by Goldman Sachs analysts. These include factory workers whose jobs have been jeopardised by stalled operations and cancelled orders. In the US, many businesses have warned of disrupted supply chains and looming shortages. In fact, CEOs of major retailers - including Walmart and Target - have reportedly told the White House that inventories are shrinking and price increases are imminent. Even Trump has acknowledged that “at some point” the tariffs may need to come down. “Otherwise you could never do business with them,” he told NBC’s Meet the Press last week. Against this backdrop, the UK and US announced a “breakthrough deal” to reduce some tariffs - the Trump administration’s first bilateral deal since the tariff onslaught. Markets responded enthusiastically : on Thursday, the S&P 500 rose 0.6 per cent, the Dow gained 0.6 per cent and the Nasdaq climbed 1.1 per cent. Trump hinted that tariffs on China could be lowered if the Switzerland talks made progress. “We’re going to see. Right now you can't get any higher. It's at 145 per cent so we know it's coming down,” Trump said. According to analysts, recent stock market volatility and mixed inflation signals are increasing pressure on Washington to ease tensions - while Beijing watches closely. “China wants to see what the US can offer,” said Roberts. Wang added that the consequences are playing out differently in each country. “There’s more of the economic cost to China,” she said. “For the US, it’s a more political cost.” “(The) Chinese people and Chinese businesses are used to this kind of policy uncertainty ... I think the pain might - on the surface - be more visible for US consumers, but for China, it's real welfare loss.” Meanwhile, China’s central bank on Wednesday cut the required reserve ratio by 0.5 percentage points and trimmed the seven-day reverse repo rate by 0.1 percentage points - moves aimed at increasing liquidity while keeping broader policy restrained. According to Wang, these adjustments are not signs of panic. “It’s not in a hurry to come out with aggressive rate cuts or monetary easing,” Wang said. “All those messages coming out from (the central bank announcements) are in line with a long term goal. It’s still (about) the technology upgrade, building up the capital market to serve the real economy.” Roberts said the policy shift was timed to strengthen Beijing’s negotiating posture. “This was clearly preparation for trade talks. They're trying to put a little support under a weak economy, and that does give them ultimately more leverage to walk away. They're not gonna be pushovers. There's no way.” China’s leaders have insisted that they remain confident of hitting this year’s GDP growth target. On May 5, during a meeting of financial officials in Milan, Finance Minister Lan Fo’an reiterated that “China will adopt more proactive and robust macroeconomic policies and is confident of achieving the growth target of ‘around 5 per cent’ for 2025”. Yet the government has so far resisted a major stimulus, focusing instead on long-term goals like tech self-sufficiency and financial system reform. “These are relatively minor adjustments,” said Daryl Guppy, an Australian financial columnist and CEO of Guppytraders.com, “although it suits Western observers to interpret them as something significant because this allows the US to claim their tariff attack has worked”. “THEY’VE BEEN PREPARING FOR THIS” Beijing’s leverage in the talks stems from years of preparation, analysts said. China has shifted to reduce reliance on the US market, cultivating deeper ties with the Global South and investing in infrastructure through the Belt and Road Initiative. “The US is far more dependent on China across its supply chain,” said Guppy. “China has replacement markets ... The US is increasingly vulnerable because it cannot quickly substitute China imports.” Guppy argued that Trump’s team is operating on outdated assumptions. “They are thinking of China pre-COVID,” he said. “(They) do not understand the tremendous economic restructure with the digital economy that has taken place since then.” Roberts noted that China has not been idle in preparing for worsening ties with Washington. “China hasn’t been static, they’ve been preparing for this.” “They already dealt with Trump 1.0, and they already had a trade war on a much smaller level with Trump in the first round,” he added. China's exports rose faster than expected in April, growing 8.1 per cent year-on-year, according to customs data released on Friday . However, China's exports to the US fell 17.6 per cent compared to the previous month. According to the US commerce department on May 6, imports from China were the lowest in five years and could drop further, given reports of a massive decline in cargo from China . In the first quarter of 2025, ASEAN overtook the US as China’s largest trading partner, with bilateral trade reaching $234.2 billion - 16.6 per cent of China’s overall foreign trade - a 7.1 percent year-on-year rise. WHAT’S ON THE TABLE? Analysts said the mere fact that talks are happening marks a “breakthrough”. Whether that leads to meaningful progress depends on what the US is willing to offer - and how Beijing responds. Roberts said a tariff reduction remains likely - a necessary first step before further negotiations can begin. “Obviously, the first thing they can do is reduce the tariffs, and that's what they'll do. We'll see the tariffs come down. That's the first part of any deal.” “It might not happen on Saturday, but I think it's likely that we're gonna see that happen soon,” he added. Wang is more sceptical. “I think we all have very low expectations,” she said. “No concrete results are expected from this meeting ... if there are no real concessions from the US then this talk is nothing.” China wants the US to remove the tariffs, said Wang. “Otherwise, it's a lack of sincerity from China's point of view.” Symbolic progress could take the form of extended dialogue or modest tariff rollbacks. Roberts noted that even small adjustments may allow both governments to save face. “China might be like we haven't gotten far enough, but we're moving in the right direction,” he said. “Trump could say ... ‘Can you believe how they caved?’” Wang said more technical wins are possible. “If somehow the US is able to offer some concrete measures, then maybe we're looking at some small deals that involve a currency or export quota ... it can be a win on both sides,” she said. Taiwan could even surface in the talks as part of a broader negotiation, if Washington offers deeper concessions. “China really wants the US to potentially to somehow reframe their commitment to Taiwan, to give Beijing more power, more leverage over Taiwan,” said Roberts. “I think there's a possibility that the Trump administration could do that as well.” According to analysts, truly substantive outcomes - such as easing tech export restrictions, formal mechanisms to stabilise the yuan, or commitments on intellectual property - are far less likely in the near term. “Over the long term, the direction of US-China decoupling is clear,” said Natixis’ Xu. “But both China and the US will carefully weigh the economic costs before taking each step forward. 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      • "description": "BEIJING, May 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Chinese President Xi Jinping held talks in Moscow on Thursday with Russian President Vladimir Putin, the Xinhua News Agency reported. Xi said that China-Russia relations have grown more confident, stable and resilient in the new era, the Xinhua News Agency reported. Xi said continuous development and deepening of China-Russia relations is the call of the times for safeguarding international fairness and justice and promoting the reform of the global governance system, according to Xinhua. The two sides should take a clear stand to jointly promote the correct historical perspective on World War II, safeguard the authority and status of the United Nations, resolutely defend the rights and interests of China, Russia and the vast number of developing countries, and promote an equal and orderly multipolar world and a universally beneficial and inclusive economic globalization, Xi said. Noting that he was glad to visit Russia again at the invitation of Putin and attend the celebrations marking the 80th anniversary of the Victory in the Soviet Union's Great Patriotic War, Xi said that history and reality have fully proved that continuing to develop and deepen China-Russia relations is integral to carrying forward the friendship between the two peoples from generation to generation. It is an inevitable choice for both sides to achieve mutual success and promote their own development and revitalization, Xi said. In talks with Putin, Xi also said that the Chinese side will work with Russia to shoulder the special responsibility as two major countries of the world and permanent members of the UN Security Council, according to Xinhua. He urged the two countries to jointly promote the correct historical perspective on World War II, and promote an equal and orderly multipolar world and a universally beneficial and inclusive economic globalization, according to Xinhua. Xi said that in face of unprecedented global changes, China and Russia have continuously deepened political mutual trust and strategic coordination, maintained close coordination and cooperation in international affairs, and injected valuable stability and positive energy into the changing and turbulent world. China-Russia ties have enjoyed stable, healthy and high-level development thanks to joint efforts from both sides, Xi said, hailing long-term good-neighborly friendship and mutually beneficial cooperation as distinct features of bilateral ties. Noting that China has for years been a main contributor to and stabilizer of global economic growth, Xi said China stands ready to work with Russia to safeguard the global multilateral trading system and keep the industrial and supply chains stable and unimpeded. Putin, for his part, said \"We develop our ties for the good of the two countries' people; they are not directed against anyone. Our relations are equal and mutually beneficial and don't depend on the current situation. The resolve to build good-neighborly relations, strengthen friendship and boost cooperation is a choice that Russia and China have made based on strategic interaction,\" according to Russia's TASS News Agency and Xinhua. In Putin's view, the sacrifices that the people of Russia and China made during World War II should never be forgotten, TASS reported. The Russian leader pointed out that he would be glad to visit China for celebrations marking the 80th anniversary of the victory over militarist Japan, TASS reported. Xi and Putin signed a joint statement on further deepening China-Russia comprehensive strategic partnership of coordination for a new era, and witnessed the exchange of over 20 bilateral cooperation documents. In the joint statement, China and Russia agreed to firmly defend the victorious outcome of World War II (WWII). China and Russia also vowed to resolutely crush any act that attempts to tamper with WWII history, smear the historical achievements of China and Russia in WWII, or tarnish the image of the liberators. The two sides strongly condemn the acts to desecrate or damage memorial facilities of WWII martyrs. This visit marks Xi's 11th trip to Russia since he became Chinese president, Xinhua said. Xi and Putin have met more than 40 times on different occasions over the years, according to Xinhua. Their close communication provides strategic guidance, under which China-Russia relations have matured into a resilient and stable partnership characterized by deepening political trust, closer strategic alignment and sustained practical cooperation, Xinhua reported. Far-reaching significance Some Chinese and Russian scholars viewed the high-level interactions between China and Russia as having far-reaching significance, underscoring a stable and mutual trust that injects strong vitality and resilience into bilateral relations, making it a key pillar of global strategic stability and a multipolar world. Maksim Vilisov, Leading Research Fellow at the Institute of Scientific Information for Social Sciences of the Russian Academy of Sciences, told the Global Times that Xi is visiting Russia at a very important historical moment. \"This shows to what extent he values the heritage of the victory in WWII, bilateral China-Russia relations, and his personal relations with President Putin,\" the Russian scholar said. This is a very symbolic visit and it marks the stability of mutual relations and broad prospects of their development,\" Vilisov said. China and Russia adhere to the provisions of the UN Charter and international law. Such activities are increasingly respected in the world and more and more countries support our efforts to build a multipolar system of international relations, Pavel V Troshchinskiy, Leading Researcher of Institute of China and Contemporary Asia of the Russian Academy of Science, told the Global Times. Uphold multilateralism A key lesson history has taught the peoples of China and Russia is that in the face of foreign aggression and threats to national security, only resolute struggle can secure national sovereignty and earn the respect of the international community, Cui Heng, a scholar from the Shanghai-based China National Institute for SCO International Exchange and Judicial Cooperation, told the Global Times on Thursday. It was through joint resistance against fascism and eventual victory in WWII that China and Russia helped establish the current international order with the United Nations at its core, Cui said. The lessons of WWII remind us that the principles enshrined in the UN Charter - equality among nations regardless of size, the peaceful settlement of international disputes, and the rejection of force or the threat of force - must be upheld and defended, Cui noted. At a critical juncture where the world is undergoing profound transformation marked by both change and turbulence, the importance of China-Russia relations stands out more than ever, Li Haidong, a professor at the China Foreign Affairs University, told the Global Times on Thursday. China and Russia are also engaging in close cooperation in several important areas including jointly promoting the central role of the UN in global affairs, advancing a more balanced framework for major-power relations and fostering healthier and leading coordination and cooperation within the BRICS framework and among countries of the Global South, Li said. This article first appeared in Global Times: https://www.globaltimes.cn/page/202505/1333640.shtml",
      • "content": "BEIJING , May 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Chinese President Xi Jinping held talks in Moscow on Thursday with Russian President Vladimir Putin , the Xinhua News Agency reported. Xi said that China - Russia relations have grown more confident, stable and resilient in the new era, the Xinhua News Agency reported. Xi said continuous development and deepening of China - Russia relations is the call of the times for safeguarding international fairness and justice and promoting the reform of the global governance system, according to Xinhua. The two sides should take a clear stand to jointly promote the correct historical perspective on World War II, safeguard the authority and status of the United Nations, resolutely defend the rights and interests of China , Russia and the vast number of developing countries, and promote an equal and orderly multipolar world and a universally beneficial and inclusive economic globalization, Xi said. Noting that he was glad to visit Russia again at the invitation of Putin and attend the celebrations marking the 80th anniversary of the Victory in the Soviet Union's Great Patriotic War, Xi said that history and reality have fully proved that continuing to develop and deepen China - Russia relations is integral to carrying forward the friendship between the two peoples from generation to generation. It is an inevitable choice for both sides to achieve mutual success and promote their own development and revitalization, Xi said. In talks with Putin, Xi also said that the Chinese side will work with Russia to shoulder the special responsibility as two major countries of the world and permanent members of the UN Security Council, according to Xinhua. He urged the two countries to jointly promote the correct historical perspective on World War II, and promote an equal and orderly multipolar world and a universally beneficial and inclusive economic globalization, according to Xinhua. Xi said that in face of unprecedented global changes, China and Russia have continuously deepened political mutual trust and strategic coordination, maintained close coordination and cooperation in international affairs, and injected valuable stability and positive energy into the changing and turbulent world. China - Russia ties have enjoyed stable, healthy and high-level development thanks to joint efforts from both sides, Xi said, hailing long-term good-neighborly friendship and mutually beneficial cooperation as distinct features of bilateral ties. Noting that China has for years been a main contributor to and stabilizer of global economic growth, Xi said China stands ready to work with Russia to safeguard the global multilateral trading system and keep the industrial and supply chains stable and unimpeded. Putin, for his part, said \"We develop our ties for the good of the two countries' people; they are not directed against anyone. Our relations are equal and mutually beneficial and don't depend on the current situation. The resolve to build good-neighborly relations, strengthen friendship and boost cooperation is a choice that Russia and China have made based on strategic interaction,\" according to Russia's TASS News Agency and Xinhua. In Putin's view, the sacrifices that the people of Russia and China made during World War II should never be forgotten, TASS reported. The Russian leader pointed out that he would be glad to visit China for celebrations marking the 80th anniversary of the victory over militarist Japan , TASS reported. Xi and Putin signed a joint statement on further deepening China - Russia comprehensive strategic partnership of coordination for a new era, and witnessed the exchange of over 20 bilateral cooperation documents. In the joint statement, China and Russia agreed to firmly defend the victorious outcome of World War II (WWII). China and Russia also vowed to resolutely crush any act that attempts to tamper with WWII history, smear the historical achievements of China and Russia in WWII, or tarnish the image of the liberators. The two sides strongly condemn the acts to desecrate or damage memorial facilities of WWII martyrs. This visit marks Xi's 11th trip to Russia since he became Chinese president, Xinhua said. Xi and Putin have met more than 40 times on different occasions over the years, according to Xinhua. Their close communication provides strategic guidance, under which China - Russia relations have matured into a resilient and stable partnership characterized by deepening political trust, closer strategic alignment and sustained practical cooperation, Xinhua reported. Far-reaching significance Some Chinese and Russian scholars viewed the high-level interactions between China and Russia as having far-reaching significance, underscoring a stable and mutual trust that injects strong vitality and resilience into bilateral relations, making it a key pillar of global strategic stability and a multipolar world. Maksim Vilisov, Leading Research Fellow at the Institute of Scientific Information for Social Sciences of the Russian Academy of Sciences, told the Global Times that Xi is visiting Russia at a very important historical moment. \"This shows to what extent he values the heritage of the victory in WWII, bilateral China - Russia relations, and his personal relations with President Putin,\" the Russian scholar said. This is a very symbolic visit and it marks the stability of mutual relations and broad prospects of their development,\" Vilisov said. China and Russia adhere to the provisions of the UN Charter and international law. Such activities are increasingly respected in the world and more and more countries support our efforts to build a multipolar system of international relations, Pavel V Troshchinskiy, Leading Researcher of Institute of China and Contemporary Asia of the Russian Academy of Science, told the Global Times. Uphold multilateralism A key lesson history has taught the peoples of China and Russia is that in the face of foreign aggression and threats to national security, only resolute struggle can secure national sovereignty and earn the respect of the international community, Cui Heng , a scholar from the Shanghai -based China National Institute for SCO International Exchange and Judicial Cooperation, told the Global Times on Thursday. It was through joint resistance against fascism and eventual victory in WWII that China and Russia helped establish the current international order with the United Nations at its core, Cui said. The lessons of WWII remind us that the principles enshrined in the UN Charter - equality among nations regardless of size, the peaceful settlement of international disputes, and the rejection of force or the threat of force - must be upheld and defended, Cui noted. At a critical juncture where the world is undergoing profound transformation marked by both change and turbulence, the importance of China - Russia relations stands out more than ever, Li Haidong, a professor at the China Foreign Affairs University, told the Global Times on Thursday. China and Russia are also engaging in close cooperation in several important areas including jointly promoting the central role of the UN in global affairs, advancing a more balanced framework for major-power relations and fostering healthier and leading coordination and cooperation within the BRICS framework and among countries of the Global South, Li said. This article first appeared in Global Times: https://www.globaltimes.cn/page/202505/1333640.shtml",
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Lee said many young people, including his friends, leave Busan to cast a wider net when job hunting. “It’s a bit disappointing. If there were more job opportunities and chances in Busan or other regions, they could have grown and developed with the unique advantages of their own region,” he added. “But right now, everything is centred around the capital region and that feels somewhat discouraging.” Dongseo University’s executive vice-president Kim Jung-sun acknowledged that students are moving away not because they want to, but to look for work. “I think it's a social problem that's going on (with the) country being very Seoul-centred in terms of the economy and social life,” he said. RIVAL FOR ATTRACTING RESIDENTS More than half of the country's population now live in the Seoul metropolitan region , which includes Incheon city and Gyeonggi province. There are worries Busan could lose its spot as South Korea's second-largest city to Incheon, which is located just 27km from Seoul. Incheon, where South Korea's main airport is located, was designated the nation's first free economic zone in 2003. It has drawn investments from global and local companies, including the country's largest conglomerate Samsung, which set up its biotechnology arm here. Youths have been heading to cities like Incheon and Seoul in search of employment in industries that drive innovation and provide high-paying jobs, such as technology and finance. One jobseeker was Park Min-woo, who works as a strategic analyst for artificial intelligence start-up Wrtn Technologies. Park left Busan to attend a prestigious high school in Cheonan city. He then attended university in Seoul where he majored in business administration and computer science. He said he stayed on in Seoul after graduation because he wanted to work in AI or finance. While his living expenses were not cheap, he called it a small price to pay to pursue his ambitions. About 95,000 Koreans move to Seoul for school each year, hoping a degree from a well-regarded university will open doors. \"It's highly recommended, especially for specific industries that are considered much more frontier,” said Park. “Sadly, Busan has lost quite a population and the companies there have been closing down.” REVITALISING BUSAN Busan is now attempting to retain and attract talent by supporting startups, revitalising its infrastructure and creating new investment opportunities. The city launched various revitalisation projects beginning in 2010, aiming to transform areas which were losing their populations to business and cultural hubs. These included the North Port waterfront redevelopment which began in 2017, bringing back life to old ports and wharves, as well as other projects that integrated art and culture into declining districts. Unknown Diary, a café housed in a converted waterfront warehouse, is one of many businesses that are part of Busan’s urban regeneration efforts. Busan native Kim Mi-yeon opened the cafe six years ago, amid a sea of mostly shuttered factories in Yeongdo-gu. The district on Yeongdo Island located on Busan's southern edge was once known for its shipbuilding industry. The government has classified it as a population extinction area after its number of residents halved from its heyday in the 1980s to 110,000 last year. Kim said she chose to open her cafe in Yeongdo-gu instead of touristy seaside spots like Haeundae or Gwangalli because it felt authentic to her. She added that being able to see the port and where shipbuilding workers live represents the real Busan, and that authenticity drew her in. Unknown Diary and other cafes had to content with deserted surroundings and sparse footfall when they first opened for business. But foot traffic gradually increased as more customers discovered the establishments. One review by a customer stood out to Kim. “Someone wrote, ‘This used to be such a scary place to walk through. Mumyeong Ilgi (Unknown Diary) lit it up. Thank you - I hope you stay for a long time.’ Reading that, I realised how much of a difference a well-maintained space can make in a community,” she told CNA. She added she is hopeful that young people will slowly start coming back to Busan “if more long-lasting businesses, spaces and companies like ours emerge”. GETTING RESIDENTS TO RETURN Some said they would remain in Busan if they could find suitable jobs and salaries. Kim Chul-jin, a manager who works in Dongseo University’s public affairs and communications department, is one Busan resident who returned after spending a decade in Seoul. He had moved to the capital to find work in video production. He said he returned home as Seoul’s competitive environment made it difficult to settle down and start a family. “The job market in Busan is definitely smaller, and salaries are lower. However, lower income comes with lower living costs... Even just outside the campus, there are affordable restaurants. Groceries are cheaper as well. So, while you earn less, you also spend less,” he said. Lee Kyung-deok, director-general of Busan Metropolitan City’s planning bureau, said the rate of outward migration is slowing down. \"While youth out-migration has been a persistent issue, we see signs of stabilisation, with the rate of outflow slowing, compared to the past decade,” he added. He said there is a need to improve awareness of job opportunities, and to connect local businesses that need employees with young people who said they cannot find jobs. BUSAN AS A FUTURE HUB Busan is also planning to improve its infrastructure with a new international airport, planned to be up and running by 2030. Experts say the Gadeok Island New Airport could create more than 110,000 new jobs. Lee said the airport will significantly improve accessibility to Busan. The city attracted close to three million foreign visitors in 2024, achieving a new record. \"Currently, there are only a few entry points for international travellers, so even those heading to Busan often have to pass through Incheon (International Airport),” he said. Lee added that Busan’s position as a tourist city will be stronger once the new airport opens, with more flight routes and connections to other countries. The city is also looking beyond tourism as it vies to become a magnet for business investment. South Korea’s parliament is currently reviewing a proposed Global Hub City Special Act, which could allow Busan to designate special districts for finance, logistics and investment. It will strengthen incentives for businesses and investors moving to Busan. The government is also planning to create a hub for high-tech industries like robotics and artificial intelligence, reported local media. “The law would provide regulatory relief and special administrative and financial benefits to support these industries,” said Lee. “Rather than competing with other regions, we want to enhance Busan’s existing strengths.”",
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      • "description": "PORT VILA, Vanuatu, May 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Vantage Markets is proud to announce its participation in the upcoming Forex Trader Summit Dubai 2025, taking place from 14–15 May at the Dubai Festival Arena. As a global leader in multi-asset trading, Vantage will be exhibiting at Booth No. 4, showcasing its cutting-edge solutions and insights in front of an audience of industry leaders, institutional investors, retail traders, and fintech innovators. Vantage to Share Strategic Market Insights at Forex Trader Summit Dubai 2025 This event serves as a platform for the region's financial community to exchange ideas, explore new partnerships, and stay ahead of the curve in today's fast-evolving market landscape. Vantage is set to take the stage through a series of keynote presentations and thought-provoking panel discussions. On 14 May, Nibal Abu Assaly, Business Development Manager at Vantage, will join the panel discussion exploring the macroeconomic forces shaping today's financial environment. The session will delve into how interest rate changes influence consumer spending, shedding light on the ripple effects that central bank decisions have on household behavior and broader economic activity. Additionally, panelists will address strategies countries can employ to combat high inflation, drawing from global case studies and policy tools to provide a comprehensive view of inflation management. Followed by Souhail Fadlallah, Business Development Manager at Vantage, who will deliver a keynote session titled: \"Navigating the Storm: Perspectives on Strategic Risk Management in Volatile Markets.\" He will share practical frameworks and expert insights on how traders and institutions can stay resilient amidst ongoing global uncertainty and market swings. On 15 May, Souhail Fadlallah will join a forward-looking panel focused on brokerage competitiveness in 2025. This discussion will examine the key elements that make a brokerage platform attractive to new traders, including the importance of user-friendly interfaces, educational tools, and market accessibility. The session will also explore how spreads, execution speed, and platform reliability play a critical role in client retention, especially in an increasingly crowded and performance-driven market landscape. Followed by Nibal Abu Assaly, who will take the stage with keynote titled: \"Institutional Insights: Understanding How Major Players Navigate the Forex Market.\" This session will dive into strategies used by large financial institutions to manage liquidity, anticipate risk, and adapt to regulatory and economic shifts. Vantage's participation will feature a diverse range of industry experts and serve as open forums to tackle some of the most pressing questions in today's global financial markets. \"Events like the Forex Trader Summit Dubai are crucial for sharing insights and building stronger relationships within the trading ecosystem,\" said Souhail Fadlallah, Business Development Manager at Vantage. \"We're excited to bring our expertise to the table and connect with the broader financial community in the region.\" Throughout the two-day summit, the Vantage team will be available at Booth No. 4 to connect with clients, partners, and prospective traders. Attendees are invited to explore the company's award-winning trading platform, learn about its latest product offerings, and discover how Vantage continues to lead the way in transparency, performance, and client-centric innovation. About Vantage Vantage Markets (or Vantage) is a multi-asset CFD broker offering clients access to a nimble and powerful service for trading Contracts for Difference (CFDs) products, including Forex, Commodities, Indices, Shares, ETFs, and Bonds. With over 15 years of market experience, Vantage transcends the role of broker, providing a trusted trading ecosystem, an award-winning mobile trading app, and a user-friendly trading platform that empowers clients to seize trading opportunities. Download the Vantage App on App Store or Google Play. trade smarter @vantage RISK WARNING : CFDs are complex instruments and carry a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. Ensure you understand the risks before trading. Disclaimer: This article is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, an offer, or solicitation of any financial products or services. The content is not intended for residents of any jurisdiction where such distribution or use would be contrary to local law or regulation. Readers are advised to seek independent professional advice before making any investment or financial decisions. Any reliance you place on the information presented is strictly at your own risk.",
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The navy chief noted there was \"good progress\" in the construction of the vessels, which are based on a \"proven\" design by the German Federal Police and designed with high manoeuvrability to operate in Singapore’s congested waters. \"The ships will be equipped with a suite of lethal and less-lethal capabilities to provide flexibility and calibrated responses against a wide spectrum of maritime threats,\" said RADM Wat, adding that they will progressively replace the Maritime Security Response Flotilla’s existing Sentinel-class vessels. This adds on to other new naval assets announced by Defence Minister Ng Eng Hen during his ministry's parliamentary budget debate in March. Two more Invincible-class submarines will be added to RSN's current fleet of four, and are projected for delivery from 2034 . The navy will also launch its first multi-role combat vessels (MRCVs), which are expected to be progressively operationalised from 2028. The Singapore Armed Forces is also looking into replacing its Fokker-50 maritime patrol aircrafts which have been in service for three decades. The Boeing P-8A and Airbus C295 are being evaluated as possible contenders. LESSONS FROM ELSEWHERE Looking at conflicts abroad, Rear Admiral Wat pointed out that the Houthis used a variety of low-end and high-end weapons in attacks in the Red Sea. The militant group, which controls much of Yemen, has been targeting ships in the inlet since Israel began its military offensive against Hamas in Gaza. \" Shipping through the Red Sea fell significantly, costing hundreds of billions of dollars of damage to the global economy,\" the RSN chief noted. He also observed how novel maritime unmanned capabilities have been employed in the Russia-Ukraine conflict. Attacks on critical underwater infrastructure have also come into sharp focus in recent months, said RADM Wat, pointing to underwater cables and pipelines being damaged, particularly in the Baltic Sea. Countries in that region moved quickly to respond, with national governments working closely with regional partners, private industries and other stakeholders to secure the infrastructure, he noted. He cited an example of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization or NATO launching an operation bringing together navies and other agencies to protect the infrastructure in the Baltic Sea. He also pointed to Dr Ng raising such underwater infrastructure as an \"area of concern\" during a meeting with ASEAN defence ministers earlier this year. RADM Wat said the RSN cannot navigate complex maritime security challenges alone and that partnerships - both international and regional - are key, be it through dialogues or other forms of cooperation. 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      • "content": "SINGAPORE: A man who got into a boat chase with the Police Coast Guard after illegally entering Singapore waters was sentenced to four months and six weeks' jail and three strokes of the cane on Friday (May 9). Muhammad Rasidi Bin A Razak, 28, pleaded guilty to one count of navigating his boat rashly and one count of entering Singapore illegally. A third charge of failing to stop his boat when he was ordered to do so by a coast guard officer was considered for sentencing. The court heard that Rasidi, a Malaysian, had been working as a full-time boatman for about one month at the time. He drove a motorised fibreglass boat. In March, two individuals, Kiew Yuke Hua and Surinarayanan Subramaniam, contacted Rasidi to arrange a fishing trip on Apr 18. On the morning of the trip, Rasidi met them at a jetty in Johor and they set off at about 8am. They fished until past 1pm. Rasidi then steered his boat to the waters off Pulau Sarimbun, which is near Singapore's northwestern coast. This was despite Rasidi knowing that he should not go within 100m of Singapore's shore, said Deputy Public Prosecutor Law Yan An. At about 2pm, a coast guard officer who was on patrol spotted the boat 1m from the shore of Pulau Sarimbun. This was about 0.27 nautical miles within Singapore's territorial waters. On seeing the coast guard vessel, Rasidi panicked and immediately accelerated towards Malaysian waters, said Mr Law. The coast guard officer activated his vessel's police blinker and pursued Rasidi's boat. Despite limited space and shallow waters, Rasidi navigated his boat at high speed in order to evade the coast guard officer. During the chase, the coast guard officer tried to intercept Rasidi's boat but he continued at high speed. This resulted in a collision that threw his two passengers overboard. Rasidi tried to move the boat to retrieve them. He did not comply when the coast guard officer asked him to stop, instead steering towards the coast guard vessel and causing a second collision. It was only when the coast guard officer drew his service pistol and asked Rasidi to stop that he did. The two passengers were then brought on board. The coast guard officer suffered a minor cut on his leg, and there were light scratches on the coast guard vessel. A second coast guard vessel arrived and the officers conducted checks on Rasidi's boat. They did not find any valid travel documents, and arrested the trio. In mitigation, Rasidi asked the judge for leniency as he was a first-time offender, the sole breadwinner of his family and had to take care of his sickly mother and aunt. The judge meted out the jail term sought by the prosecution, but gave Rasidi three strokes instead of four strokes of the cane on account of this being his first offence. The punishment for entering Singapore illegally is up to six months in jail and at least three strokes of the cane. For navigating a vessel in a rash manner that endangered human life, an offender can be jailed up to one year, fined up to S$5,000 (US$3,900) or both.",
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      • "description": "MUNICH, May 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- At Intersolar Europe 2025, Pylontech (SHSE:688063), a global leader in energy storage sector, unveiled its next-generation liquid-cooled systems tailored for the rapidly growing commercial and industrial (C&I) energy storage market in Europe. As a pioneer and leader in residential energy storage, Pylontech has built a strong global brand presence, supported by its vertically integrated R&D and manufacturing capabilities—from core cell technology to complete system integration. In response to the growing demand from the commercial and industrial (C&I) sector, Pylontech has significantly expanded its product portfolio in recent years. At this year's event, the company unveiled the liquid-cooled L2200 OMNI and L3300 BAT—safe, reliable, and high-performance energy storage solutions tailored to meet the evolving needs of the market. The L2200 OMNI is an all-in-one containerized system that integrates PCS, transformer, EMS, and fire protection—offering a plug-and-play solution with simplified deployment and minimized commissioning time. The system features comprehensive safety mechanisms and supports a 1C rate, delivering robust performance. The L3300 BAT is a battery-only system, providing flexibility for diverse applications. Both solutions are engineered for high safety, fast deployment, and strong performance with high C rate. They are certified to major international standards including IEC, VDE, and UN38.3 and more, underscoring Pylontech's commitment to global compliance and market readiness. In parallel, Pylontech released a joint white paper with TÜV Rheinland titled \"High Environmental Adaptability for Commercial and Industrial Liquid-Cooling Battery Energy Storage Systems.\" The paper addresses the need for stable system performance in environments subject to temperature fluctuations, humidity changes, vibrations, and spatial constraints, etc. and offers insights and practices for tackling these challenges. \"Over the past decade, we have been proud to play an active role in the energy storage industry and witnessed its significant role in shaping the future of energy,\" said Geoffrey Song, Vice President of Pylontech. \"In Europe, the demand from the commercial and industrial sectors is rapidly increasing. We are dedicated to providing the solutions our customers need, remaining a reliable partner and collaborating with industry peers to build a more sustainable future.\"",
      • "content": "MUNICH , May 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- At Intersolar Europe 2025, Pylontech (SHSE:688063), a global leader in energy storage sector, unveiled its next-generation liquid-cooled systems tailored for the rapidly growing commercial and industrial (C&I) energy storage market in Europe. As a pioneer and leader in residential energy storage, Pylontech has built a strong global brand presence, supported by its vertically integrated R&D and manufacturing capabilities—from core cell technology to complete system integration. In response to the growing demand from the commercial and industrial (C&I) sector, Pylontech has significantly expanded its product portfolio in recent years. At this year's event, the company unveiled the liquid-cooled L2200 OMNI and L3300 BAT—safe, reliable, and high-performance energy storage solutions tailored to meet the evolving needs of the market. The L2200 OMNI is an all-in-one containerized system that integrates PCS, transformer, EMS, and fire protection—offering a plug-and-play solution with simplified deployment and minimized commissioning time. The system features comprehensive safety mechanisms and supports a 1C rate, delivering robust performance. The L3300 BAT is a battery-only system, providing flexibility for diverse applications. Both solutions are engineered for high safety, fast deployment, and strong performance with high C rate. They are certified to major international standards including IEC, VDE, and UN38.3 and more, underscoring Pylontech's commitment to global compliance and market readiness. In parallel, Pylontech released a joint white paper with TÜV Rheinland titled \"High Environmental Adaptability for Commercial and Industrial Liquid-Cooling Battery Energy Storage Systems.\" The paper addresses the need for stable system performance in environments subject to temperature fluctuations, humidity changes, vibrations, and spatial constraints, etc. and offers insights and practices for tackling these challenges. \"Over the past decade, we have been proud to play an active role in the energy storage industry and witnessed its significant role in shaping the future of energy,\" said Geoffrey Song, Vice President of Pylontech. \"In Europe, the demand from the commercial and industrial sectors is rapidly increasing. We are dedicated to providing the solutions our customers need, remaining a reliable partner and collaborating with industry peers to build a more sustainable future.\"",
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