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Global powers grapple with crises, from trade to terror.

China pilots AI ethics, while UAE condemns regional drone attacks. EU and India ink cooperation. Canada repatriates citizens amid Ukraine crisis. UN confirms hantavirus, not COVID, on cruise ship.

Argentina

Drug Bust, Training, Anthem Marked

Prefectura Naval Argentina seized 91kg marijuana in Corrientes, arresting four. They also completed hydrocarbon spill training. Yesterday, Prefectura marked the National Anthem's anniversary.

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Australia

Albanese Budget: Reform over ease. Sydney festivals offer free fun

PM Albanese defends Budget reforms, blaming opposition for One Nation's gains. Sydney's winter festivals boast free events, including Vivid Sydney, aiming for broad appeal.

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  • Radio interview - RN Breakfast ↗

    PM Albanese says Budget takes "hard road of reform," not "least resistance." He blames Liberal/National parties for One Nation's Farrer win, citing policy adoption and preference deals. He defends potential tax changes, stating focus is on intergenerational equity and a secure future.

  • Sydney’s winter festivals full of free fun for the Family ↗ Minister for the Arts; Minister for Jobs; Minister for Music and the Night-time Economy; Minister for Tourism

    Sydney winter festivals offer free family fun. 25% of Sydney Writers Festival is free. Vivid Sydney features free events. Culture Station offers discounted tickets daily.

Canada

Canada Repatriates Citizens, Addresses Ukraine Crisis

4 Canadians return Sunday from MV Hondius Hantavirus scare. Minister Anand co-chairs Brussels meeting on May 11 to aid Ukrainian children deported by Russia.

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China

China Pushes AI Ethics, Green Checks, Trade Talks

China pilots AI ethics review for responsible development. New environmental inspections target pollution in 20 provinces. Shenzhen hosts 32nd APEC trade ministers' meeting May 22-23, focusing on regional integration.

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European Union

ECB, India's RBI Ink Cooperation Deal

ECB and Reserve Bank of India signed MoU on cooperation. Christine Lagarde and Sanjay Malhotra inked the deal, updating a 2015 agreement. The pact fosters info exchange, policy dialogue, and technical cooperation.

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India

Modi Engages with Leaders, Inaugurates Hospital

PM Modi met Andhra Pradesh CM N. Chandrababu Naidu and Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan. He also inaugurated Sindhu Hospital in Hyderabad, boosting healthcare. Modi met Sri Sri Ravi Shankar in Bengaluru. Meanwhile, Amit Shah released Solicitor General Tushar Mehta's book, highlighting Indian democracy.

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New Zealand

NZ Gov Boosts Nature/Carbon Markets with New Assurance Role

NZ Gov backs voluntary nature/carbon markets with new assurance role. Associate Minister Andrew Hoggard likens it to a "warrant of fitness." Aims to unlock private investment for restoration. Public conservation land also opened for projects.

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Nigeria

Tinubu Honors Pa Fasoranti, 100-Year-Old Afenifere Leader

President Tinubu celebrates Pa Reuben Fasoranti turning 100. A distinguished elder statesman, educator, and leader of Afenifere, Fasoranti served as Finance Commissioner in old Ondo State. Tinubu hails his integrity and service.

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Qatar

Qatar Mediates US-Iran Tensions, Regional Stability

Qatar actively engaged in diplomacy, with its PM speaking to Saudi, Iranian, and Pakistani leaders, and its Minister of State meeting a German advisor. Discussions focused on the US-Iran ceasefire, de-escalation, and freedom of navigation. Qatar also met US officials on defense and energy.

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Singapore

Singaporeans two bodies recovered from Mount Dukono eruption

Singapore MFA confirms two bodies recovered from Mount Dukono eruption believed to be missing Singaporeans. Embassy working with Indonesian authorities on identification. MFA thanks 150+ search personnel.

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UAE

UAE Condemns Regional Drone Attacks

UAE condemns terrorist drone attacks on Kuwait and a commercial vessel in Qatar. Both incidents violate sovereignty and UN resolutions. UAE expresses solidarity with both nations, affirming its right to respond to Iranian attacks.

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United Nations

Thailand death row survivor, virus outbreak.

Mariyam Tadein, 20 years in Thai prison, 8 on death row, found purpose sewing. Meanwhile, WHO says hantavirus on Tenerife cruise ship, with 3 deaths, 8 cases, is not COVID. Passengers disembarking.

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