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China opens up to welcome the wave of global trade and services at CIFTIS 2026
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The China International Service Trade Fair 2026 (CIFTIS) officially opened in Beijing, opening a wave of digital service and artificial intelligence technology cooperation.
At least 5 people killed, 87 missing after ferry fire in the Philippines
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A serious fire broke out on the M/V June Aster ferry off Palawan Island (Philippines), killing at least 5 people and leaving 87 missing.
Iran attacks ships, expands restricted zone in the Strait of Hormuz
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The Iranian blockade belt is widened beyond the strait, pushing maritime risks and oil prices to a new threshold.
World on September 10th: Vietnam and Russia approve 50-agreement Joint Statement
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Vietnam - Russia high-level talks; Iran's move in Hormuz; Apple launches folding iPhone... are noteworthy international news.
Bhutan on duty 24/7 monitoring risks from ice lakes
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Bhutan is maintaining a 24/7 on-duty force to monitor the situation in the ice lakes, in order to prevent secondary disasters.
Large explosion at strategic gas facility in Qatar, Middle East energy crisis becomes more complicated
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Large explosion at Qatar's largest energy facility, dozens injured, 18 still missing.
China responds to Pentagon blacklist
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China launched a strong retaliatory move after Washington put a series of major technology corporations of this country on the military blacklist.
Hot weather causes many European countries to close schools
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The heat wave is raging throughout Europe, causing casualties and forcing many countries to take urgent measures.
US and Iran conclude high-level talks in Switzerland
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The first round of negotiations between the US and Iran in Switzerland concluded with a roadmap towards a final agreement within 60 days.
Tensions between Poland and Ukraine, Prime Minister Donald Tusk makes efforts to cool down
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Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said that the conflict between Polish and Ukrainian politicians is a "strategic mistake" that harms both sides.
Typhoon Mekkhala is on track to reach its maximum
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Typhoon Mekkhala (Philippines name Francisco) has become a strong typhoon since the afternoon of June 21st and is forecast to reach its maximum on June 23rd.
Ukraine loses 3 Starlink transceiver stations in eastern region
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In the past 24 hours, Russia has destroyed 42 fixed-wing drones and 3 Starlink satellite receiving and transmitting stations of the Ukrainian army.
Super El Nino reappears after a decade, global economic damage could be enormous
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El Nino appears at a particularly sensitive time, with the probability of El Nino developing into super El Nino before 2027 reaching 63%.
World 24h: Forecast of when typhoon Mekkhala will reach its maximum intensity
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Latest world news 21.6: Gold price lost more than 220 USD in just a few days, the big wave has not ended; Storm Mekkhala intensifies...
New low pressure forms as Typhoon Mekkhala prepares to reach maximum
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A new low pressure area is forming in the western Pacific basin as Typhoon Mekkhala is strengthening and approaching the Philippines.
King Charles will announce personal tax bills
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The British Royal Family continues to reform financial transparency after a series of scandals related to former Prince Andrew.
US rejects Iran's statement on closing the Strait of Hormuz
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The US delegation affirmed that the force will ensure continued maritime trade activities.
Typhoon Mekkhala intensifies, forecast to reach peak
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Typhoon Mekkhala entered the Philippine forecast area from the night of June 20 and was given the local name Francisco.
Iran closes the Strait of Hormuz, Trump threatens tariffs at the strait
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Iran declares the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, warning that negotiations with the US are unlikely to yield results if the fighting has not ended.
Ukraine cannot join the EU while there is a conflict
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German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said that Ukraine cannot join the European Union (EU) as the country is still in a state of conflict.
