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Press releases published on April 16, 2025

ISO Recertification of xSuite Group’s ISM System
Specialist in automated invoice processing successfully completes transition to the updated ISO 27001:2022 standard Ahrensburg, Germany – April 16, 2025. TÜV NORD affirms that xSuite Group, an international software manufacturer of applications for …

Turkey's Hot-Air Balloon Tourism Hits Record High in 2024 with Almost One Million Tourists
(MENAFN) In a remarkable achievement for the tourism sector, Turkey's hot-air balloon industry welcomed 933,195 tourists in 2024, reflecting a 25 percent rise compared to the previous year, as reported by authorities on Wednesday. The Directorate General …

Oil Prices Fall Amid U.S.-China Trade Disputes
(MENAFN) Oil prices experienced a decline on Wednesday as investors reacted to the ongoing uncertainty regarding U.S. tariff policies and the escalating trade conflict between the U.S. and China. Brent crude, the global benchmark, saw a decrease of …

China’s Economy Expands 5.4 Percent Despite Ongoing U.S. Tariff Disputes
(MENAFN) China's economy saw a year-on-year growth of 5.4% in the first quarter of 2025, despite the ongoing tariff disputes with the United States, as reported by sources. During this timeframe, the nation's GDP reached 31.8758 trillion yuan ( …

Jordan Arrests 16 Considered as National Security Threat
(MENAFN) Jordan’s General Intelligence Directorate announced on Tuesday the apprehension of 16 individuals implicated in conspiracies aimed at threatening the country's internal stability. In its official statement, the intelligence service revealed that …

France Expresses Disapproval of Algeria’s Expulsion of Diplomats
(MENAFN) French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot on Wednesday expressed strong disapproval of Algeria’s recent decision to expel a dozen French diplomats, calling the action both "very regrettable" and "unjustifiable." The diplomatic rift between the two …

Iran Appreciates Turkey for Supportive Role in Iran, US Nuclear Talks
(MENAFN) Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi conveyed his gratitude on Tuesday for Turkey’s “constructive stance” in the ongoing, Oman-mediated indirect talks between Iran and the United States concerning Tehran’s nuclear program. In a phone …

Honda Motor Plans Shift of Domestic Production to U.S. as Japan Tackles 24 Percent Tariffs
(MENAFN) Honda Motor is preparing to move a portion of its domestic manufacturing operations to the United States in light of the 24% tariffs enacted by the Trump administration, according to a report released on Wednesday. This decision coincides with …

Russia’s Intelligence Chief Details Key Terms for Peace with Ukraine
(MENAFN) Russia’s strategic objectives regarding Ukraine have not changed, according to Sergei Naryshkin, the head of Russia’s Foreign Intelligence Service, who spoke on Tuesday. In a press briefing after meeting with Belarusian President Alexander …

N. Korea’s President Misses Grandfather's Birth Anniversary Visit for Third Consecutive Year
(MENAFN) According to South Korean media reports on Wednesday, North Korean leader Kim Jong-un did not attend the mausoleum visit commemorating his grandfather Kim Il-sung's birth anniversary for the third consecutive year. Instead, Premier Park Thae-song, …

U.S. Imposes Ban on Nvidia from Selling H20 Chips to China
(MENAFN) In a significant escalation of the technological rivalry between China and the United States, Washington has barred chip manufacturer Nvidia from selling its H20 chips to China for an "indefinite future," as disclosed in a filing by the company on …

China Withdraws from Major Boeing Deal, Trump Claims
(MENAFN) On Tuesday, U.S. President Donald Trump disclosed that China has pulled out of a crucial deal with Boeing, signaling that the nation will not accept delivery of the planes it had earlier agreed to buy. "They just reneged on the big Boeing deal, …

Biden Criticizes Trump Administration
(MENAFN) In a significant reemergence into public discourse, previous U.S. President Joe Biden reappeared on the national scene Tuesday, fiercely defending Social Security and condemning the Trump administration for what he described as severe harm to the …

Tunisian President Voices Unwavering Support for Palestinian Cause
(MENAFN) Tunisian President Kais Saied has once again expressed his country's unwavering support for the Palestinian cause, advocating for the establishment of a sovereign Palestinian state with East Jerusalem as its capital. During a meeting with Arab …

France Expels Algerian Officials Amid Tensions
(MENAFN) France announced on Tuesday that it will be removing 12 Algerian representatives from its territory, a move that comes as diplomatic strains between Paris and Algiers intensify. This decision is seen as a countermeasure to Algeria's earlier …

Trump Administration Considers Closure of 30 US Embassies
(MENAFN) The Trump administration is reportedly contemplating a significant reduction in the United States' diplomatic operations overseas. A report released on Tuesday indicates that close to 30 American embassies and consulates may be shut down as part …

China Pulls Out of Boeing Aircraft Agreement
(MENAFN) On Tuesday, United States Leader Donald Trump revealed that China has backed out of a significant agreement involving the purchase of airplanes from Boeing. Speaking on Truth Social, Trump remarked, "They just reneged on the big Boeing deal, …

U.S. Tariffs Threaten Global Stability, Mexico’s Economy, Expert Warns
(MENAFN) A senior Mexican finance official warned Tuesday that the unpredictable tariff policies of the United States are undermining global financial stability and reducing liquidity. Gabriela Gutierrez Mora, president of the Mexican Institute of Finance …

Turkey Confirms Its Stance on Supporting Unity in Syria
(MENAFN) Turkey has declared its strong opposition to any initiatives aimed at hindering Syria's path toward enduring peace and security. In a statement made on Tuesday, the President of Turkey emphasized unwavering backing for the Syrian administration. …

ADB Funds Final Phase of Philippines' Malolos-Clark Railway with USD1.45bn
(MENAFN) On Wednesday, the Asian Development Bank (ADB) revealed its approval of $1.45 billion for the second and final phase of the Malolos-Clark Railway Project (MCRP). This project is a vital part of the 163-kilometer North-South Commuter Railway (NSCR …