Stories for January 23rd 2019

Wednesday, January 23rd 2019 - 18:03 UTC
Trump would recognize Guaidó as president of Venezuela; Protests increase

US President Donald Trump would be ready to recognize the opposition leader and president of the National Assembly (AN) of Venezuela, Juan Guaidó, as the legitimate president of Venezuela after his probable inauguration on Wednesday, according to CNN sources.
Wednesday, January 23rd 2019 - 09:14 UTC
Argentine central bank intervenes to support the US dollar: buys US$ 50m

Argentina’s central bank said it bought US$ 50 million at an average price of 37.597 Pesos per dollar in the foreign exchange market on Tuesday, part of its effort to maintain the currency in a trading band agreed with the International Monetary Fund.
Wednesday, January 23rd 2019 - 09:09 UTC
Davos will listen to China, Europe and Japan leaders this Wednesday

China and Europe take centre stage at Davos on Wednesday, a day after Brazil's hard-right President Jair Bolsonaro promised reform and respect for the environment to the world's business elite.
Wednesday, January 23rd 2019 - 09:07 UTC
Superstar Cristiano Ronaldo agrees to pay ‎€19 million for tax fraud in Spain

Football superstar Cristiano Ronaldo has paid a fine of almost ‎€19 million for tax fraud in Spain on Tuesday but will avoid a 23-month prison sentence as part of the deal.
Wednesday, January 23rd 2019 - 09:05 UTC
China's hounded Huawei warns it could shift to countries “where it is welcomed”

The chairman of Chinese tech giant Huawei has warned that his company could shift away from Western countries if it continues to face restrictions. Huawei has been under scrutiny by Western governments, which fear its products could be used for spying.
Wednesday, January 23rd 2019 - 08:56 UTC
Mexican fuel pipeline explosion death toll climbs to 91, and could increase

The death toll from a fuel pipeline explosion in central Mexico last week rose to 91 as Pemex defended its response to one of the deadliest incidents to hit the state-run oil company in years.
Wednesday, January 23rd 2019 - 08:51 UTC
Pence addresses the Venezuelan people ahead of Wednesday's protest day

United States Vice President Mike Pence issued a video message of support to Venezuelans on Tuesday to encourage those who are protesting against President Nicolas Maduro and underline U.S. backing for opposition leader Juan Guaido.
Wednesday, January 23rd 2019 - 07:58 UTC
Bolsonaro tells Davos he plans to make the “new Brazil” an investment-friendly country

Brazil's newly-elected populist President Jair Bolsonaro addressed the world's business elite in Davos on Tuesday, vowing to transform Latin America's largest economy into a more investment-friendly country. On his first international trip since becoming president, Bolsonaro delivered the keynote speech at the World Economic Forum.
Wednesday, January 23rd 2019 - 07:44 UTC
France and Germany ratify integration process, but not all of Europe is happy

France and Germany have signed a new treaty on Tuesday aimed at breathing new life into their place at the centre of the European Union. As the UK moves to leave the EU and a rising tide of populism challenges the core liberal values of the bloc, the new treaty commits wholeheartedly to defending it.
Wednesday, January 23rd 2019 - 07:28 UTC
Sturgeon to London to meet Mrs. May; First Minister favors extension of Article 50

Scottish First Minister Nicola Sturgeon is heading to London for Brexit talks with Prime Minister Theresa May. Mrs. May is attempting to build support for her withdrawal plan and is holding talks with opposition parties and the Scottish and Welsh governments.