A seemingly benign social media post by Australia’s embassy in Iran celebrating “Wear It Purple Day” has escalated into a diplomatic spat between Australia and Tehran.
Author: Purvi.Gupta
China has warned Japan of the severe repercussions that could come if Japan decides to restrict the sale and servicing of Semiconductor manufacturing equipment to China.
In a move widely seen as retaliation, China announced on Tuesday it would launch anti-dumping investigations into Canadian canola and chemical products, further intensifying trade tensions between the two nations.
India’s National Security Advisor (NSA), Ajit Doval, recently attended the Colombo Security Conclave (CSC) in Sri Lanka, highlighting India’s growing strategic engagement in the Indian Ocean amidst rising Chinese influence. Doval’s visit comes at a critical time for Sri Lanka as the nation gears up for a presidential election. Sri Lanka’s presidential elections Doval’s visit to Sri Lanka occurs as the country faces an upcoming presidential election on September 21, 2024. During his stay, Doval met with Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe to discuss ongoing bilateral economic cooperation. Doval’s engagement is seen as a calculated move to safeguard and strengthen…
In a significant demonstration of India’s ongoing commitment to regional development and energy cooperation, the High Commissioner of India to Sri Lanka, Santosh Jha, handed over the first payment for the implementation of hybrid power projects on the islands of Delft, Nainativu, and Analaitivu. India’s high commissioner to Sri Lanka, Santosh Jha initiated the first payment for the Hybrid Power Projects aimed at reducing the energy needs of Three islands, Delft,Nainativu and Analaitivu. Bridging the Energy Gap in Northern Sri Lanka Jha handed over $1 million to Sulakshana Jayawardena, the Secretary of Ministry of Power and Energy and Chairperson of…
In a significant move to recalibrate the UK’s post-Brexit relationships, Prime Minister Keir Starmer has embarked on a whirlwind diplomatic tour to Germany and France. His mission: to “turn a corner on Brexit” and repair the “broken relationships” with European neighbors that were left strained by the actions of previous governments. The visit to Berlin, followed by a stop in Paris, marks a critical step in Starmer’s broader strategy to reset the UK’s international standing, particularly within Europe, while avoiding any suggestion of reversing Brexit.
Australia recently implemented a landmark regulation known as the “Right to Disconnect” law, granting millions of workers the legal right to disregard work-related communications after working hours. The Australian government implemented a landmark legislation on Monday, granting employers and employees the legal right to ‘disconnect’ from their work obligations outside work hours. Workers,now,have the right to “refuse to monitor,read,or respond to” their employer ‘s unreasonable attempts to contact them outside of work. This legislation was pushed by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese through his centre-left labor government. Prime Minister Albanese has also emphasized the importance of the law, framing it as…
FDD Warns Taiwan of China’s ‘Anaconda Strategy’ The FDD, a think tank in Washington, has cautioned Taiwan about the increasing danger of China’s developing ‘anaconda strategy.’ This plan, as detailed by the FDD in a recent report, centres on utilising economic sanctions, cyberwarfare, and disinformation campaigns to isolate and pressure Taiwan into compliance without engaging in direct military conflict. Tabletop Exercise in Taipei: Exploring Taiwan’s Vulnerabilities In Taipei earlier this month, the FDD examined different situations in which China could use these tactics to harm Taiwan’s economy and disrupt its society during a tabletop exercise. The activity highlighted the imbalanced…
Brazil has announced new immigration restrictions aimed at curbing the exploitation of its airports by migrants traveling from Asia, particularly those using São Paulo’s international airport as a transit point to reach North America.
Canada’s freight railways have come to a standstill after negotiations between the rail companies and the labor unions failed to reach an agreement. The disruption is expected to have significant impacts on the supply chain, potentially affecting the transport of goods across the country, including essential commodities like food, fuel, and raw materials. Canada’s two major freight operators, Canadian National Railway (CN) and Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC), have announced a full shutdown starting Thursday as negotiations with the Teamsters Canada Union have reached an impasse. This decision has locked out more than 10,000 unionized workers, causing an unprecedented halt…
