The National Era
WEBLive news, opinion, updates from the world by the journalists of The National Era from all around the world.
NATO Accuses China of Enabling Russia’s War Effort
WEB16 hours ago · NATO has accused China of significantly aiding Russia in its war against Ukraine, marking a notable shift in its stance towards Beijing. The declaration, approved by 32 NATO leaders, demands that China halt shipments of weapons components and technology essential for Russia's military rebuild. This is a major departure for NATO, which until 2019 had only minimally mentioned China as a concern.
Jeffries to Convene Virtual Meeting with Senior House Democrats …
WEB5 days ago · Representative Hakeem Jeffries, the Democratic minority leader from New York, has organized a virtual meeting with senior House Democrats to deliberate on President Biden's candidacy and the party's strategy moving forward. This session, set for Sunday, will include ranking members of congressional committees, constituting the party's top leadership in the House.
Britain’s First Female Chancellor Draws Inspiration from the U.S.
WEB5 days ago · After 14 years out of power, Britain’s Labour Party has returned to governance, with Rachel Reeves making history as the country’s first female Chancellor of the Exchequer. Her primary challenge is to rejuvenate Britain’s stagnant economy. For inspiration, she looks to U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet L. Yellen. Reeves was appointed Chancellor following Labour’s victory in […]
Economists Express Concern Over Global Shift From Free-Market …
WEBApr 17, 2024 · The current wave of industrial policies marks a significant departure from the laissez-faire approach championed by capitalist nations in recent decades. This shift comes in response to a series of global disruptions, including the pandemic, supply chain disruptions, inflation spikes, geopolitical tensions, and environmental challenges.
Copenhagen’s Innovative Approach to Sustainable Tourism
WEB3 days ago · A 2023 sustainable report by Kanter, a London-based market research group, revealed that while 81 percent of consumers express a desire to act more sustainably, only 22 percent have actually changed their behavior. Copenhagen’s new initiative, CopenPay, seeks to bridge this gap by making climate-friendly actions a currency for cultural ...
China Cancels Premier's Annual News Conference, Signaling End …
WEBMar 6, 2024 · For over three decades, China's premier held an annual news conference, providing a rare opportunity for journalists and the public to gain insight into the country's leadership and policies. However, on Monday, China announced the discontinuation of this tradition, marking the end of an important institution of the country's reform era.
Global Leaders Unable to Reach Consensus on Pandemic …
WEBMay 25, 2024 · Countries around the globe have struggled to reach a consensus on a treaty designed to unify the world in a comprehensive strategy against future pandemics, a critical goal highlighted by the nationalistic responses seen during the Covid-19 pandemic.The deliberations were a key agenda item at the weeklong World Health Assembly meeting in Geneva starting Monday, aiming to address and correct ...
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel to Address Joint …
WEBJun 7, 2024 · Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel is set to address a joint meeting of Congress on July 24, as announced by the top two congressional Republicans on Thursday night. Speaker Mike Johnson of Louisiana and Senator Mitch McConnell, Republican of Kentucky and the minority leader, released a statement indicating that Mr. Netanyahu’s speech would provide an opportunity for him to “share ...
Legal Battle Over Border Security Escalates in Texas
WEBOct 31, 2023 · In the latest chapter of an expanding legal struggle over border security, a federal judge in Texas has issued a temporary restraining order, instructing federal Border Patrol agents to stop cutting concertina wire placed by the state along the Rio Grande in an attempt to deter migrants from crossing from Mexico. This order comes as part of a lawsuit filed by Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton ...
Skip to content