Chinese President Xi Jinping outlines plans for new development bank and financing options for SCO members. China and Russia presented their vision of a new international order at the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit, where Beijing offered new financial incentives to countries aligned with the Beijing-led economic and security group. “Global governance has reached a…
(Bloomberg) — Stocks staged a modest rebound from a technology-led selloff, setting a steadier tone at the outset of a month that could bring plenty of tests to markets trading near record highs. Most Read from Bloomberg Europe’s Stoxx 600 (^STOXX) advanced 0.2%. BAE Systems Plc (BA.L, BAESY) and Rheinmetall AG (RNMBY, RHM.DE) led gains…
The Russian president defends the military campaign in Ukraine, blaming NATO and Western policies for the conflict. Published On 1 Sep 20251 Sep 2025 Russian President Vladimir Putin has blamed the West for igniting the war in Ukraine, insisting Moscow’s assault was provoked by years of Western provocations. Speaking at the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO)…
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Summit in China shoulders mission of building consensus among parties and stimulating momentum in cooperation, Xi says. Published On 31 Aug 202531 Aug 2025 The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) security forum now bears “greater responsibility” for safeguarding regional peace and stability, Chinese President Xi Jinping has told about 20 world leaders he hosted for a…
Home » RAILWAY NEWS » United Kingdom, France, Belgium, Germany: Discover the New Uber Trains Service Connecting London, Paris, Brussels, and Cologne in a Seamless Travel Experience Published on August 30, 2025 In an exciting move set to reshape the future of international rail travel, Uber, in collaboration with startup Gemini Trains, has announced the…
“No mountain or ocean can distance people who have shared aspirations,” China’s President Xi Jinping said in July 2024, addressing leaders from fellow Shanghai Cooperation Organisation member states, and a few other nations, in Astana, Kazakhstan. At the time, the ancient Chinese saying in Xi’s speech seemed over the top, and divorced from reality: Narendra…
Home » EUROPE » United Kingdom’s New Passport Validity Rules Could Ground Travelers to Europe—What You Must Know Before Your Next Trip Published on August 30, 2025 UK travelers planning holidays to Europe are being cautioned about a lesser-known passport regulation that could disrupt their travel plans. The 10-year passport rule, which mandates that passports…
Russian leader calls for reform of World Bank, International Monetary Fund ahead of talks with China’s Xi Jinping. Published On 30 Aug 202530 Aug 2025 Russian President Vladimir Putin has denounced “discriminatory” Western sanctions abetted by an unfair financial system as his country’s economy teeters on the brink of recession, wounded by trade restrictions and…
Moscow and Beijing said Japan must rethink its decision to allow even a temporary deployment of a US intermediate-range missile system. Published On 30 Aug 202530 Aug 2025 Russia and China have separately warned Japan over its decision to allow the United States to deploy “Typhon” intermediate-range missiles during joint military exercises in Japan next…