All articles tagged with #sovereignty
Originally Published 1 day ago — by Yahoo Finance
Amidst global upheaval, Canada's fears of U.S. aggression have intensified due to Trump's threats towards Venezuela and Greenland, raising concerns over Canadian sovereignty and security, with experts advising increased civil defense and strategic preparedness.
Originally Published 6 days ago — by U.S. Department of the Treasury (.gov)
The U.S. Treasury announced an agreement with over 145 countries to exempt U.S.-based companies from the OECD Pillar Two global tax plan, affirming U.S. tax sovereignty and protecting domestic incentives and innovation, marking a significant victory for U.S. economic interests.
Originally Published 7 days ago — by Al Jazeera
A Syrian delegation is negotiating with Israel in Paris, mediated by the US, focusing on restoring Syrian sovereignty and reactivating the 1974 Disengagement Agreement amid ongoing Israeli incursions and territorial disputes, especially over the Golan Heights.
Originally Published 11 days ago — by ABC News
Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te pledged to defend Taiwan's sovereignty amid China's military drills and expansionist threats, emphasizing strengthening national defense and resilience, following the US's largest arms sale to Taiwan and China's angry response.
Originally Published 11 days ago — by AP News
China's People's Liberation Army announced the successful completion of two days of military exercises off Taiwan, aimed at asserting sovereignty and testing joint operations capabilities, amid heightened tensions and international concern over China's assertive actions in the region.
Originally Published 12 days ago — by ABC News
China's People's Liberation Army announced the successful completion of two days of military exercises off Taiwan, aimed at asserting sovereignty and testing joint operations capabilities, amid heightened tensions and international concern over China's assertive actions in the region.
Originally Published 13 days ago — by GOV.UK
The UK reaffirmed its support for Somalia's sovereignty and unity at the UN, emphasized the importance of dialogue between Mogadishu and Hargeisa, and highlighted ongoing international efforts and support for Somalia's security and democratic development.
Originally Published 13 days ago — by ABC News
China is conducting military drills around Taiwan, rooted in historical claims and strategic concerns over sovereignty, with recent tensions heightened by US arms sales to Taiwan and political statements from Japan and the US, reflecting longstanding regional tensions and China's insistence on reunification.
Originally Published 17 days ago — by The Guardian
The article discusses how Donald Trump's presidency has led to a significant decline in the legitimacy and effectiveness of international law and the post-World War II global order, characterized by increased unilateralism, disregard for international norms, and a move towards a system where power and coercion override legal constraints, resulting in a chaotic and disorderly international landscape.
Originally Published 1 month ago — by NPR
Venezuela condemned President Trump's call to close its airspace, calling it a colonialist threat and a violation of international law, amid ongoing tensions over US military actions against drug traffickers in the Caribbean.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by National Security Journal
European countries are reconsidering their F-35 fighter jet purchases due to issues like high costs, operational limitations, and concerns over U.S. control of software and mission data, with some nations like Spain and Portugal exploring European-built alternatives to ensure strategic autonomy and sovereignty.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by AP News
China announced the creation of a new holiday called the Commemoration Day of Taiwan’s Restoration, to mark the 1945 handover of Taiwan from Japan to China, as part of its claims over the island. The move underscores China's stance that Taiwan is an inalienable part of China, amidst ongoing tensions and military encirclement of Taiwan. Taiwan already observes a similar holiday called Retrocession Day.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Ynetnews
The Israeli Knesset approved bills to apply sovereignty over the West Bank and Ma’ale Adumim, defying Prime Minister Netanyahu's request to delay amid US Vice President's visit, with the votes highlighting internal political divisions and the ongoing debate over Israeli territorial claims.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by The Guardian
Relatives of two Trinidad men killed in a US airstrike in the Caribbean accuse President Trump of killing poor people without due process, criticizing the US and Trinidad governments for their roles and raising concerns about sovereignty and human rights violations amid ongoing US military actions in the region.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by DW
Venezuela condemned an alleged illegal incursion by US fighter jets near its coast, accusing Washington of provocation and threatening national sovereignty amid ongoing US-Venezuela tensions involving military deployments and accusations of drug trafficking.