Washington. D.C., 2 May 2024 (WAI): The United States implemented sanctions on several companies in China and Hong Kong for their support of Russia’s war in Ukraine as part of a tranche of nearly 300 new sanctions revealed on May 1, 2023, Wednesday. The sanctions signify the expansion of U.S. efforts to disrupt Russia’s military-industrial complex supply … Read more
Brussels, 27 April 2024 (WAI): The European Commission is taking a significant step towards better-protecting sharks and marine ecosystems by inviting public feedback through a newly published questionnaire. The purpose of this initiative is to gather insights from citizens and stakeholders on potential policy options following the 2023 European citizens’ initiative “Stop Finning—Stop the Trade.” … Read more
From April 22 to 24, 2024, the President of the Islamic Republic of Iran, Dr. Seyed Ebrahim Raisi, visited Pakistan at the invitation of Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif. Accompanied by a high-level delegation, including Foreign Minister Amir Abdollahian, President Raisi engaged in extensive talks with Prime Minister Sharif. They reviewed the entire spectrum of … Read more
Washington. D.C., 21 April 2024 (WAI): In a landmark decision, the House of Representatives has approved a significant military aid package worth $61 billion for Ukraine, marking a crucial step in supporting the nation’s resistance against Russia’s invasion. The approval, achieved through a delicate bipartisan agreement, comes after considerable deliberation and vocal opposition within Congress. … Read more
Washington, D.C., 18 April 2024(WAI): The United States has announced new sanctions targeting individuals and entities associated with Iran’s drone program in response to last weekend’s attack on Israel. The sanctions, coordinated with European allies, aim to punish Tehran for its aggressive actions while signaling a commitment to Israel’s security without resorting to military measures. … Read more
Washington, D.C., April 8, 2024(WAI): The IMF has sounded the alarm on low-income countries’ mounting debt challenges. As these nations grapple with the economic fallout from the pandemic and other external shocks, debt servicing costs are spiraling upward. Annual refinancing needs have surged to approximately $60 billion, a staggering threefold increase compared to the average in the … Read more
Washington. D.C., 6 April, 2024 (WAI): Australia, Japan, the Philippines, and the United States stand united in upholding the right to freedom of navigation, overflight, and respect for maritime rights under international law, as enshrined in the UN Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS). Our combined defense and armed forces will conduct a … Read more
Recently, we are seeing updates in the international news on what is happening in the Red Sea. Why is the Red Sea getting so much attention, and what is its significance? Also, what stakes do international powers have in the region? The above are some of the questions that will be addressed in this article, … Read more
Geneva, 20 March 2024 (WAI): The World Meteorological Organization(WMO) has warned against climate change sternly, anticipating that 2024 could mark yet another record-hot year. The WMO stressed the urgency of addressing global warming by highlighting a surge in greenhouse gases, land and water temperatures, and glaciers and sea ice melt-offs. In its latest State of the Global … Read more
Maseru, 15 March 2024 (WAI): With the start of the Bokamoso Ba Bana (3B) project, the United States government, working with the Lesotho Ministry of Education and Training, celebrated making a major investment in the future of Lesotho’s youth. The effort seeks to enhance literacy, health, and nutrition habits for approximately 43,000 Basotho inhabitants. It is … Read more
