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EU and Mercosur Aim for January Signing of Landmark Trade Deal
Economy December 19, 2025
European Commission President von der Leyen indicated that a brief extension is being used to align all parties, paving the way for final approval.
Venezuela’s State Oil Company Says Exports Continue Despite U.S. Blockade
Economy December 18, 2025
PDVSA declared its export operations remain fully functional despite the U.S. announcement of a naval blockade intended to halt Venezuelan oil shipmen...
Bolivia ends fuel subsidies, raises minimum wage
Economy December 18, 2025
The Bolivian government has introduced a new economic package that includes the removal of longstanding fuel subsidies alongside a rise in the nationa...
PayPal’s Proposed Africa Expansion Strategy Faces Backlash From Users
Tech December 18, 2025
As PayPal negotiates with African fintechs for a 2026 launch, the plan faces strong criticism from users in Nigeria and other markets who reference th...
South Africa Deports Kenyans Over Work Permit Violations at U.S. Refugee Processing Center
Politics December 18, 2025
South African officials say the individuals were employed by a U.S. contractor at a facility handling emigration applications for Afrikaner South Afri...
U.S. Imposes Naval Blockade on Venezuelan Oil Shipments
Politics December 17, 2025
The move marks a major escalation in the U.S. effort to depose President Nicolás Maduro.
Chinese, Venezuelan Foreign Ministers Discuss Venezuela's Domestic Affairs in Phone Call
Politics December 17, 2025
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi spoke with Venezuelan Foreign Minister Yván Gil on Wednesday regarding Venezuela’s current domestic situation.
US and DR Congo Discuss Implementation of Washington Accords in High-Level Talks
Politics December 17, 2025
With DR Congo assuming a non-permanent UN Security Council seat, officials discussed aligning efforts on regional stability and shared international g...
Indian PM Modi Visits Ethiopia, Aims to Deepen Bilateral Ties
Politics December 17, 2025
During his trip, the Indian Prime Minister stated the visit was intended to strengthen cooperation with Ethiopia, a key African diplomatic hub.
International far-right figures rally around Kast’s win in Chile, signaling conservative shift
Politics December 16, 2025
Argentine libertarian President Milei hails victory as advance for ‘life, freedom and property’—a vision Chilean progressives warn threatens rec...
Argentina Overhauls Currency Policy Amid Persistent Inflation Crisis
Economy December 16, 2025
According to the government, the move is designed to stabilize the economy and accumulate reserves and has earned praise from the IMF as an “importa...
Nigerian Opposition Accuses Govt of Move Toward One-Party State
Politics December 16, 2025
Opposition leaders have accused the ruling party of weaponizing state institutions to systematically weaken political rivals.