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NATO Considers 100 billion Euro Military Fund for Ukraine

April 3, 2024

Foreign Ministers under NATO arrived at strategic decisions to heighten military support for war-torn Ukraine. This comes as a long-term proposal including a special standing for a 100 billion Euro fund extending for five years. This is seen as a ..

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Philippines Prepares to Counter China’s Supply Chain Disruptions

April 3, 2024

The countries of Philippines and China are facing a major territorial dispute in the waters of South China Sea. In hindsight, Philippines is gearing up to witness long standing economic tensions with China in coming days. The increasing maritime tensions ..

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Romania and Bulgaria Partially Join Schengen Area

April 1, 2024

On 1 April 2024, Romania and Bulgaria partially joined the Schengen Area, Europe’s ID-check-free travel zone. This marks a significant step in the two countries’ integration with the European Union (EU). However, land border checks will remain in place due ..

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Russia’s Veto on North Korea’s Sanctions Monitoring

March 31, 2024

The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) has been monitoring North Korea’s compliance with sanctions imposed due to its nuclear weapons and ballistic missile programs. A panel of experts was set up in 2009 to track and report on any violations ..

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Michelangelo’s David statue and Italy’s Cultural Heritage Code

March 31, 2024

Michelangelo’s David is a renowned marble sculpture created by the Italian Renaissance artist Michelangelo Buonarroti between 1501 and 1504. The statue depicts the Biblical figure David, a young shepherd who fought and defeated the giant Goliath. The sculpture is considered ..

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Katchatheevu Island Issue

March 31, 2024

Katchatheevu is an uninhabited island located in the Palk Strait between India and Sri Lanka. The island has been a subject of controversy and dispute between the two countries for several decades. It is currently under the control of Sri ..

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