Politics

Tuesday, July 17th 2018 - 11:26 UTC
Tierra del Fuego infighting over the Malvinas Question Observatory

Last week's meeting in Buenos Aires of the Malvinas Question Observatory from the province of Tierra del Fuego with the Malvinas Department at the Argentine foreign ministry has not been without consequences.
Tuesday, July 17th 2018 - 11:11 UTC
UK assumes presidency of G13 group of donors to the development of Guatemala

The UK has assumed the Presidency of the G13, a forum of countries and multilateral organizations representing the largest donors to the development of Guatemala. UK’s six months’ presidency, which starts this month, reflects our desire to keep building a strong relationship with Guatemala, and our shared commitment to peace and prosperity.
Tuesday, July 17th 2018 - 09:49 UTC
US Congress furious after Trump sides with Putin, saying “no Russian meddling in US elections”

There has been a barrage of criticism in the United States after President Donald Trump defended Russia over claims of interference in the 2016 elections. At a summit with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Finland, on Monday, Trump contradicted US intelligence agencies, saying Russia had no reason to meddle.
Tuesday, July 17th 2018 - 09:49 UTC
Nicaragua: UN Secretary General deplores and condemns violence against civilians

United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres on Monday deplored and condemned the ongoing violence against civilians, including against students, in Nicaragua.Speaking on behalf of Mr. Guterres at the UN Headquarters, Deputy Spokesman Farhan Haq told reporters that “the use of lethal force is not only unacceptable but is also in itself an obstacle to obtaining a political solution to the current crisis”.
Tuesday, July 17th 2018 - 09:41 UTC
Brexit debate: government manages to save Customs Bill, and on Tuesday must defend the Trade Bill

The British government has narrowly avoided a defeat on its Customs Bill after agreeing to Brexiteers' demands to change its wording. It twice survived by just three votes after a backlash from pro-EU Tories who accused Theresa May of “caving in” to the party's Eurosceptic MPs.
Tuesday, July 17th 2018 - 09:35 UTC
Cuban new constitution expected to support foreign investment, free markets and private property

Cuba is planning a series of potentially far-reaching changes, with a new constitution set to recognise the free market and private property, while dividing political powers between a president and a prime minister.
Tuesday, July 17th 2018 - 09:30 UTC
Beijing/Washington trade dispute: China exports and surplus grow at solid pace

China’s trade surplus with the United States swelled to a record in June as its overall exports grew at a solid pace, a result that could further inflame a bitter trade dispute with Washington.
Tuesday, July 17th 2018 - 09:24 UTC
China's growth declines in second quarter; expanding government debt trims Beijing's credit rating

China's economic growth slowed in the quarter ending in June, adding to challenges for Beijing amid a mounting tariff battle with Washington. The world's second-largest economy expanded by 6.7%, down from the previous quarter's 6.8%, the government reported Monday.
Tuesday, July 17th 2018 - 08:46 UTC
US launches five dispute actions in WTO challenging China, EU, Canada, Mexico and Turkey

The United States launched five separate World Trade Organization dispute actions on Monday challenging retaliatory tariffs imposed by China, the European Union, Canada, Mexico and Turkey following U.S. duties on steel and aluminum. The retaliatory tariffs on up to a combined US$28.5 billion worth of U.S. exports are illegal under WTO rules, U.S. Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer said in a statement.
Monday, July 16th 2018 - 08:29 UTC
Iconic Taj Mahal: “either you demolish it or you restores it” India's Justices tell government

India’s most famous landmark, Taj Mahal, is being threatened with demolition and shut down if the government continues to fail to address its worrying changing color, the country’s top court has warned.