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Press releases published on April 23, 2025
Africa witnesses decrease in maternal, newborn deaths
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April 23, 2025
(MENAFN) Maternal and newborn death rates across Africa have seen a notable decline since 2000, according to a new report from the World Health Organization (WHO) released on Monday. Between 2000 and 2020, maternal mortality in the region fell by 40%, …
US imposes tariffs up to 3,521 percent on China-associated solar ship-ins
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April 23, 2025
(MENAFN) The U.S. Department of Commerce has announced steep new tariffs—reaching as high as 3,521%—on solar panel imports from Southeast Asia, accusing Chinese-owned manufacturers of bypassing trade rules. The targeted countries include Malaysia, Cambodia …
Deadly Shooting in Kashmir Leaves Over 26 Tourists Dead
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April 23, 2025
(MENAFN) At least 26 people were killed when armed assailants opened fire on tourists in Indian-administered Kashmir on Tuesday, prompting Prime Minister Narendra Modi to shorten his visit to Saudi Arabia, according to media reports. Modi had arrived in …
Niger eliminates French as formal language
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April 23, 2025
(MENAFN) Niger’s transitional government has officially removed French as the national language, replacing it with Hausa under a newly adopted national charter. While French will remain a “working language,” the change marks a symbolic shift away from the …
Another party takes legal action against South African parliament due to budget
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April 23, 2025
(MENAFN) The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) has filed a legal challenge in the Western Cape High Court to contest the adoption of the 2025 Fiscal Framework and Revenue Proposals by the National Assembly, calling the process unlawful and unconstitutional. …
China criticizes US-Philippines ‘full-scale battle’ exercises
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April 23, 2025
(MENAFN) China has strongly criticized the large-scale joint military exercises between the United States and the Philippines that began on April 21, accusing both nations of heightening regional tensions and threatening stability, particularly over the …
Toyota Signs Contract to Build Fully-Owned Electric Vehicle
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April 23, 2025
(MENAFN) Japanese automotive powerhouse Toyota Motor Corporation has officially signed a USD2 billion contract to build a fully-owned electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing facility in Shanghai, based on state media reports. This initiative emerges as …
Germany enlists help from major civilian companies to prepare for potential NATO deployment to Eastern Europe
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April 23, 2025
(MENAFN) Germany is enlisting help from major civilian companies to prepare for a potential NATO deployment to Eastern Europe in the event of a Russian military threat, according to a report by Handelsblatt on Tuesday. As fears grow among some NATO members …
Trump Urges Powell to Lower Interest Rates, Reaffirms Support
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April 23, 2025
(MENAFN) President Donald Trump reiterated on Tuesday that he has no plans to remove Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell, although he continued to pressure Powell to cut interest rates. "I have no intention of firing him," Trump said during a session …
Rubio, Witkoff plan on skipping London Ukraine discussions
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April 23, 2025
(MENAFN) U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio will not attend the upcoming Ukraine discussions in London, despite earlier plans, as confirmed by the State Department. President Donald Trump’s envoy, Steve Witkoff, has also withdrawn from the talks and is …
Funeral Mass of Pope Franscis gets declared
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April 23, 2025
(MENAFN) The funeral Mass for Pope Francis will take place on Saturday, April 26, in St. Peter’s Square, as announced by the Holy See Press Office on Tuesday. The ceremony will be led by Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re, the Dean of the College of Cardinals, …
Saudi Crown Prince, Indian PM Discuss Enhancing Bilateral Ties
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April 23, 2025
(MENAFN) Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi held discussions on Tuesday in Jeddah, focusing on enhancing bilateral relations and addressing regional issues. According to Saudi media, the leaders reviewed the …
IMF declares world economic order experiencing huge ‘reset’
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April 23, 2025
(MENAFN) The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has revised its global economic forecast downward, warning that the world economy is entering a period of major structural change driven by escalating trade tensions and policy shifts from the United States. …
Kremlin specifies terms for discussions with Kiev
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April 23, 2025
(MENAFN) The Kremlin has stated that any future negotiations between Russia and Ukraine regarding the ongoing conflict hinge on Kiev removing its official ban on talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov addressed the …
Americans who caused DR Congo coup attempt go back to US
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April 23, 2025
(MENAFN) Three Americans convicted of attempting to overthrow the government of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo) were flown back to the US to serve their sentences, the DR Congo presidency announced on Tuesday. The individuals—Marcel Malanga …
White House says all of Pentagon is against secretary of defense
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April 23, 2025
(MENAFN) The White House has alleged that Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is facing widespread resistance from within the Pentagon, with staff actively working against him, according to spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt. Speaking on Fox and Friends Monday, …
Trump Administration Announces Plans to Challenge Harvard Lawsuit
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April 23, 2025
(MENAFN) The Trump administration has announced plans to contest Harvard University's legal challenge regarding the suspension of federal funding, based on a statement made by White House spokesperson Karoline Leavitt on Tuesday. Leavitt emphasized that “ …
Western Europe gets defined by overwhelming lack of vision for future
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April 23, 2025
(MENAFN) Western Europe today is defined not by unity or strength but by an overwhelming lack of vision for the future. While countries like the United States, Russia, China, and India actively shape and debate their long-term paths, Europe remains stuck …
Turkey Confirms Steady Economic Strategy Amid Global Doubts
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April 23, 2025
(MENAFN) Turkish Finance Minister Mehmet Simsek emphasized on Tuesday that Turkey remains steadfast in pursuing "prudent, responsible and sustainable macroeconomic policies" despite persistent international financial instability. His remarks came as he …
Charter gets signed in Kenya establishing rival "Government of Peace and Unity" in Sudan
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April 23, 2025
(MENAFN) On February 22, a charter was signed in Nairobi, Kenya, establishing a rival "Government of Peace and Unity" in Sudan, opposing the Transitional Sovereignty Council (TSC) and the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF). The event, organized by the Rapid …