Donald Trump Archives - Page 16 of 40

Trump acknowledges tariffs may bring “pain” to Americans

US President Donald Trump has defended his decision to impose sweeping tariffs on the United States' top three trading partners, even as he acknowledged there may be "some pain" for Americans. Posting on his Truth Social platform he hit back at criticism arguing the action was warranted against China, Canada and Mexico. Kate Fisher reports from Washington.

3 February, 2025

World

White House defends Trump response to midair collision

The White House says US President Donald Trump is "making air travel safer" by reviewing hiring practices following Wednesday night's fatal mid-air collision in Washington. Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said the Trump administration review will look at the past four years at the Federal Aviation Administration. It comes as the president faces accusations of racism for suggesting diversity hirings contributed to Wednesday's crash between a passenger jet and military helicopter. […]

3 February, 2025

Namibia

Namibia Unaware of U.S. Deportation of 19 Nationals

The Namibian government has not received official communication from the U.S. regarding the deportation of 19 Namibian nationals, learning about it only through online reports. Speaking to local media, Ambassador Penda Naanda, Executive Director of the International Relations ministry, emphasized that Namibia has procedures in place to verify the nationality of deportees and may contact their families if needed. The deportations are part of the Trump administration’s intensified immigration […]

31 January, 2025

Business / Economics

Namibia Commits to Green Industrial Ecosystem

Despite global setbacks in climate action, including the reversal of key climate policies by US President Donald Trump, Namibia remains steadfast in its commitment to building a green industrial ecosystem. This includes continuing with clean energy projects like green hydrogen. Green Hydrogen Commissioner James Mnyupe discusses the approach.

30 January, 2025

World

Trump Announces Plans to Deport Illegal Immigrants to Guantanamo Bay

Donald Trump is planning to send illegal immigrants to the infamous Guantanamo Bay detention center in Cuba. The President made the announcement while speaking to reporters in Washington on Wednesday afternoon from the White House. Mitch McCann reports:

30 January, 2025

World

North Korea prepares for stronger nuclear forces

Kim Jong Un, in a photo released by state media, watches from a red carpet during a send-off for young workers drafted into flood reconstruction. Photo: KCNA/AFP/Getty Images North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has expressed his intention to strengthen the country's nuclear capabilities this year, according to state media reports. This announcement comes just days after U.S. President Donald Trump mentioned plans to reach out to Kim, raising hopes […]

29 January, 2025

Science & Technology

Taiwan may offer help for industry over Trump tariff threats

Taiwan's premier says the government will soon look at whether it needs to help its domestic industry over threats by US President Donald Trump to put tariffs on semiconductors. Trump said on Monday he plans to impose tariffs on imported chips, pharmaceuticals and steel to get the producers to make them in the United States. Laura Westbrook reports.

29 January, 2025

World

India’s Modi could visit U.S by February

U.S President Donald Trump says Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi could visit the US as early as February. He told reporters after a phone call with Modi that India is also working to repatriate illegal migrants. Ishan Garg tells us more from New Delhi.

28 January, 2025

World

Colombia allows military planes with US deportees to land

The United States and Colombia have avoided a 'trade-war', after the South American nation agreed to allow its citizens deported from the US, to arrive in military planes. It follows a dramatic back and forth between Colombia's President and Donald Trump who threatened to impose significant trade sanctions and visa restrictions. Mitch McCann reports:

28 January, 2025