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Vietnam Aims for Balanced, Sustainable Trade with US: Prime Minister
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Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh stated that Vietnam values its Comprehensive Strategic Partnership with the U.S. and looks forward to the bilateral relationship advancing positively, aiming for greater substance, balance, and sustainability. On Wednesday, Prime Minister Chinh met with a delegation from the U.S.-China Economic and Security Review Commission (USCC), headed by Chairman Reva…
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Omanhene of Shama Urges Sub-Chiefs to Unite
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By Juliet Aguiar Dugbarteys, Shama The Omanhene of the Shama Traditional Area, Osagyefo Kwaw Fraiku IV, has emphasized the importance of subordinate chiefs working together in harmony and assisting in identifying the key development issues facing the council. He pointed out that this would allow them to overcome most of the challenges and promote…
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Candidates Pitch Tax Cuts as Voters’ Savior, But Details Remain MIA
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Presidential hopefuls have promised to lighten the load on taxpayers by increasing the basic income tax deduction, which has not been adjusted in 16 years. However, experts caution this might exacerbate South Korea’s budget shortfall unless there is a clear strategy for generating additional revenue to offset the change. The governing Democratic Party of…
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The Urgent Call for Regulating Public Sector Recruitment: A Global Perspective
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By Esq. Appiah Kusi Adomako ‘Some people look at reality and ask “why,” but I imagine possibilities that do not yet exist and wonder “why not?”‘ – George Bernard Shaw (1856-1950) Securing employment in Ghana’s public sector mostly depends on political and social connections rather than competence. Ideally, hiring for positions within Ministries, Departments,…
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Cardinal Conclave Begins: Secrets of the Papal Election Unveiled
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On Wednesday night, inside the majestic dome of Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel, 133 cardinals will cast their votes to choose the Catholic Church’s 267th pontiff. The morning will kick off at 10:00 (09:00 BST) with a Mass held in St. Peter’s Basilica. This ceremony, set to air on television, will be led by Giovanni Battista…
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PM Holds Talks With World Bank Group President
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On May 8, Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya had a meeting with Mr. Ajay Banga, President of the World Bank Group, at her office to talk about Sri Lanka’s key development goals and to continue their strategic partnership. The Prime Minister thanked the World Bank for their assistance during Sri Lanka’s recent financial turmoil…
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Why American International School Denied $84,942 in Fees for Yahaya Bello’s Children: An Exclusive International Edition
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The legal proceedings for the ex-governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello, proceeded on Thursday, March 8, 2025, as the third prosecution witness, PW3, Nicholas Ojehomon, was questioned under cross-examination by Justice Emeka Nwite from the Federal High Court in Abuja. During his testimony, he clarified that the American International School, Abuja (AISA) held onto…
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Trump Renames Another Ocean to Strengthen Ties with Arab Nations
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President Donald Trump Is anticipated to reveal that he plans to rename an additional body of water during his rapid journey to the Middle East scheduled for next week. On Tuesday evening, The Associated Press reported that Trump plans to assert that the United States will henceforth designate the body of water currently known…
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Policy Shift or Political Distraction? Examining the Procurement Statement
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LAGOS – Dr Pearse Adetokunbo Pearse, a chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and member board of Governors of Peoples Democratic Institute (PDI) has said that President Bola Tinubu’s first procurement policy is a political statement designed to divert attention from the burning issues in the country today. Recall that the President has…
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Bill Gates Accelerates Fortune Donation, Criticizes Musk in International Edition
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Bill Gates, Microsoft’s cofounder, declared on Thursday that he plans to accelerate the distribution of his wealth. He also highlighted how artificial intelligence could be transformative in enhancing global public health and saving lives worldwide. According to a revised schedule, the Gates Foundation intends to allocate over $200 billion over the coming two decades,…