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French Parliament Passes Controversial Immigration Bill

December 21, 2023

The French parliament, on December 19, passed a contentious immigration bill, supported by President Emmanuel Macron’s government, despite facing significant opposition from members of his own party. The legislation, which toughens rules for immigrants, marked a policy victory for Macron ..

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EU’s New Pact on Migration and Asylum

December 21, 2023

After years of discussion, the European Union (EU) has reached an agreement on reforms aimed at sharing the cost of hosting migrants and refugees and limiting the number of people entering the bloc. The deal, part of the Pact on ..

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Colorado Supreme Court Disqualifies Trump from 2024 Ballot

December 21, 2023

The Supreme Court in Colorado has ruled that former US President Donald Trump should be removed from the state’s presidential election ballot in 2024. The court cited Trump’s alleged involvement in the January 6, 2021 attacks on the US Capitol ..

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Abdel Fattah El-Sisi Wins Third Term as Egypt’s President

December 20, 2023

Abdel Fattah El-Sisi secures a resounding third term as Egypt’s president, winning a staggering 89.6% of the votes in an election where serious challengers were notably absent. The National Election Authority made the announcement on December 18, marking a continuation ..

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Gelephu Special Administrative Region

December 19, 2023

Bhutan’s King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck recently announced the Gelephu Smartcity Project, a mega “international city” near the Indian border. This project, officially named the Gelephu Special Administrative Region (SAR), spans 1,000 square kilometers and aims to be an economic ..

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US Vetoes Resolution on Gaza ceasefire

December 18, 2023

The recent UN resolution, with 153 nations in favor, 10 against, and 23 abstaining, highlighted the impact of veto powers, particularly the United States’ support for Israel. What is Veto Power in the UNSC? The UNSC, a vital UN organ, ..

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