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IMF Ukraine / Commercial Real Estate Risks / Zambia

The IMF praised the Ukrainian authorities for implementing anti-corruption measures in a new law, spokesperson Julie Kozack told reporters Thursday (March 7) in Washington, DC. “On the corporate governance law, the approval of what we would consider a landmark corporate governance law is a very important step towards strengthening state owned enterprises (SOEs) in Ukraine,” said Kozack. “The law enhances the role of supervisory boards and brings Ukrainian […]

11 March, 2024

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Japan eyes nuclear future as it marks 13 years since Fukushima disaster

Services are taking place around Japan as the country marks 13 years since a powerful earthquake and tsunami hit the country killing 18-thousand people and triggering a triple meltdown at the Fukushima nuclear plant. The anniversary comes as Tokyo looks to begin restarting many of its nuclear stations which were idled after the disaster. Chris Gilbert reports.

11 March, 2024

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US military says army ship enroute to build temporary Gaza port

An army vessel is en route to the coast of Gaza laden with materials for the construction of a temporary pier, according to the US military. As our US correspondent Jagruti Dave explains, it's part of the Biden administration's plan to use sea routes to deliver humanitarian aid to Gaza.

11 March, 2024

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Jerusalem tensions could boil over as ceasefire talks stall

U.S. President Joseph Biden has warned that failing to reach a ceasefire deal between Hamas and Israel could risk tensions spreading to Jerusalem as the holy month of Ramadan starts. Alex Cadier reports from Jerusalem:

11 March, 2024

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Ukraine war: Russian soldiers’ wives are increasingly outspoken in their opposition

By Jennifer Mathers, Aberystwyth University and Natasha Danilova, University of Aberdeen International Women’s Day is widely celebrated in Russia. But amid the bouquets of flowers and stilted speeches of congratulation made by Vladimir Putin, the state-controlled media will be doing its best to ignore one group of Russia’s women. These are the wives of some of its soldiers fighting in Ukraine, who have embarked on a series […]

8 March, 2024

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Biden defends immigration policy during State of the Union, blaming Republicans in Congress for refusing to act

President Joe Biden delivers his State of the Union address on March 7, 2024. Alex Brandon-Pool/Getty Images Jean Lantz Reisz, University of Southern California President Joe Biden delivered the annual State of the Union address on March 7, 2024, casting a wide net on a range of major themes -– the economy, abortion rights, threats to democracy, the wars in Gaza and Ukraine -– that are preoccupying many Americans heading […]

8 March, 2024

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France to ‘seal’ abortion access into constitution Friday

Friday marks a historic day for the French. Abortion rights will be officially enshrined in the country's constitution - a world first. It comes after lawmakers voted overwhelmingly in favor of the amendment earlier this week. Toni Waterman has more from Paris.

8 March, 2024

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Hong Kong tables controversial Article 23 legislation

Days after Beijing asked Hong Kong to swiftly enact home-grown security laws, the city's legislative council has tabled a draft bill for discussion. Lawmakers say there's an 'urgent need' to pass the law and safeguard national security. Article 23 is separate from a security law imposed by Beijing which came into effect in 2020 following months of pro-democracy protests. Neha Poonia has more.

8 March, 2024

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Ending Impunity for the Crimes Against Palestinian and Israeli Civilians, From A to Z

Starvation and forced displacement are among the numerous crimes being committed in the Israeli war on Gaza since Hamas attacked Israel on Oct. 7, 2023. The essayist writes: “While the list of crimes by Hamas is long,” the tally of crimes by Israel and its armed forces and armed settlers “is much longer.” UNRWA/INSTAGRAM Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu boasts that he single-handedly blocked a Palestinian State from becoming a reality even though […]

8 March, 2024