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Press releases published on April 23, 2025
Many Russian tech companies participate in GITEX Africa
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April 23, 2025
(MENAFN) Dozens of Russian companies participated in the GITEX Africa Morocco 2025 international exhibition, held in Marrakesh from April 14 to 16. The event attracted over 1,400 companies from 130 countries and registered more than 45,000 visitors, making …
South Africa FM declares nation seeking to deepen relations with Russia
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April 23, 2025
(MENAFN) South African Foreign Minister Ronald Lamola arrived in Moscow on Tuesday for a two-day official visit aimed at deepening strategic cooperation with Russia across various sectors. In an interview with RT ahead of his meeting with Russian Foreign …
Hyundai Registers New Trademarks in Russia
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April 23, 2025
(MENAFN) South Korea's leading automobile manufacturer, Hyundai, has reportedly filed at least eight new trademark applications with Russia's intellectual property agency, Rospatent, in April 2025, as per the media. Hyundai halted its operations in Russia …
Japan Launches Third Rice Reserve Auction
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April 23, 2025
(MENAFN) Japan's Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry, and Fisheries launched its third round of rice reserve auctions on Wednesday in an attempt to curb ongoing price hikes. This round offered 100,000 tons of rice from the 2022 harvest. Eligible wholesalers …
S-Africa praises progress in discussions on VAT hikes
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April 23, 2025
(MENAFN) The African National Congress (ANC) has reaffirmed its dedication to promoting “inclusive and principled dialogue” as part of efforts to enhance governance and protect South Africa’s democratic progress. This follows a meeting between the ANC …
S-Africa fails to benefit from gold boom despite market surge
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April 23, 2025
(MENAFN) South Africa, once a dominant force in the global gold market, is now only the eighth-largest gold producer, failing to benefit fully from the recent surge in gold prices. While local gold mining shares and the rand have seen a psychological boost …
S- African FM says Ukraine war cannot be solved without Russia`s presence
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April 23, 2025
(MENAFN) South African Foreign Minister Ronald Lamola has reiterated Pretoria’s stance that the Ukraine conflict cannot be resolved without Russia’s direct involvement in peace negotiations. Speaking to RT in Moscow, Lamola emphasized that South Africa has …
White House Claims Pentagon is Against Secretary of Defense
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April 23, 2025
(MENAFN) The Pentagon is reportedly in conflict with its own leader, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, as revealed by White House spokesperson Karoline Leavitt. In a Monday interview, Leavitt expressed United States Leader Donald Trump’s complete confidence …
Over 400 Kidney Patients Die in Gaza Amid Medical Crisis
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April 23, 2025
(MENAFN) Over 400 kidney disease patients have died in Gaza since the Israel-Hamas conflict began on October 7, 2023, due to severe shortages in treatment and vital medications, Palestinian medical officials reported on Wednesday. This tragic loss …
Russian firm plans on launching sea route to West Africa
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April 23, 2025
(MENAFN) Russia is set to launch a direct shipping route from Novorossiysk, located on the Black Sea, to Lagos, Nigeria’s largest port city, in an effort to strengthen trade ties with West Africa, according to TASS and Interfax. The initiative, led by A7 …
Sudan inks oil exploration agreement with Russia
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April 23, 2025
(MENAFN) Sudan has entered into a memorandum of understanding with two Russian companies, state-owned Zarubezhneft and Al-Rassi International Services (LLC), to collaborate on petroleum services. The agreement was signed in Port Sudan, the capital of Red …
Kenya intercepts exotic-ant traffickers
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April 23, 2025
(MENAFN) Kenyan authorities have intercepted a significant wildlife trafficking operation involving the attempted smuggling of around 5,000 live queen ants, including the rare Messor Cephalotes species, also known as the Giant African Harvester Ant. The …
BMW Incorporates DeepSeek into New Cars in China
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April 23, 2025
(MENAFN) BMW will incorporate artificial intelligence (AI) technology from Chinese tech company DeepSeek into its upcoming cars in China later this year, according to Oliver Zipse, BMW's chairman, on Wednesday. "This will enhance our Intelligent Personal …
World Bank Head Says Cutting Tariffs Key to Unlocking Global Growth
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April 23, 2025
(MENAFN) World Bank Group President Ajay Banga on Tuesday emphasized the broad benefits of reducing tariffs, while highlighting notable growth in both bilateral and inter-regional trade over recent years. "For the last 10 years, if you look at the number …
France boots dozen Algerian diplomats
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April 23, 2025
(MENAFN) France has expelled 12 Algerian diplomats and recalled its ambassador, Stéphane Romatet, from Algiers, following a significant deterioration in bilateral relations, as announced by French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot on Tuesday. The French …
Moscow wants African solidarity against Russophobia
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April 23, 2025
(MENAFN) Moscow has called on African countries to stand in solidarity with Russia in its fight against discrimination, drawing parallels between the current discrimination faced by Russians and the injustices endured by Africans during colonial times. The …
Russia, Egypt make joint naval exercises
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April 23, 2025
(MENAFN) Russia and Egypt have completed a joint naval exercise, “Friendship Bridge – 2025,” held in the Mediterranean Sea from April 6 to 10, according to a statement from Russia’s Northern Fleet. The drills involved various military assets from both …
Asian Stock Markets Surge, China Faces Economic Setbacks
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April 23, 2025
(MENAFN) Asian stock markets showed positive momentum on Wednesday, with the exception of China. In the latest data from the region, Japan's April manufacturing industry Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) came in below expectations at 48.5, while its …
U.S. Officials Skip Ukraine Discussions in London
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April 23, 2025
(MENAFN) U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio will no longer be present at the upcoming discussions concerning Ukraine, which are set to take place in London on Wednesday. Although he was initially expected to participate, the State Department has …
Army ruler secures presidential election in African nation
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April 23, 2025
(MENAFN) Gabon’s transitional leader, General Brice Oligui Nguema, has secured the presidency with an overwhelming 90.35% of the vote, according to provisional results released by Interior Minister Hermann Immongault on Sunday. This marks the country’s …