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Bolsonaro Wins in Brazil
needing to put "far" in front of "left" or "right" when you describe the political identity of a future president is never a good thing...- Marina Schwarz Replied
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Brits to vote again? Brexit delay creates headache for Europe
Brexit paralysis has prompted talk of a British election or a second referendum but one odd side-effect could be Britons having to cast their...- damirUSBiH Replied
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Is China's Economy Failing?
Some economic experts who specialize in China think that their economy is failing. Their leadership has been tightening restrictions on communications and behaviors. Some...- ronwagn Replied
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What will we do if China hits our technology in space?
I believe if China gets too desperate, they will attack our satellites, I don't believe we'll be able to keep them at bay. This...- JoMack Replied
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Maduro assumed 2nd term with the outlook for a clash of power with an opposition controlled national assembly.
So today President Maduro assumed his 2nd term with the landscape of an important number of countries in Southamerica, the EU, the U.S. not...- venezuela
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U.S. To Blame If Any South China Sea Clash - Chinese Message
U.S. naval operations in the South China Sea could spark conflict and the United States would be to blame if a clash occurred, a...- 50 shades of black Replied
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China and Xi Reschedule Meetings: Unusual Major Policy Meeting Imminent
In command economies with 5-year plans, this is not a good sign. More power for Xi? Or, liberalization and reform? What're your thoughts? https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2019-01-09/rare-schedule-changes-suggest-major-china-policy-meeting-is-near?utm_source=google&utm_medium=bd&cmpId=google- Microbio-glutonist Replied
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The Old Allies: North Korea's Kim Jong Un Arrives In Beijing For Talks
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un arrived in Beijing on Tuesday at the start of a four-day visit, in what's likely an effort to...- north korea
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US, Turkey Set For Negotiations On Fate Of Kurds
U.S. National Security Adviser John Bolton has arrived in Turkey for negotiations on the fate of American-allied Kurdish fighters in Syria. Bolton will seek...- ThunderBlade Replied
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Failed military coup in Gabon, no major impact in oil markets
Allegedly there was an attempt of a military coup in Gabon, the second minor oil producer in OPEC against president Ali Bongo, which was...- jose chalhoub Replied
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Alberta furious; no money for rail tankcars, but Ottawa takes $20 billion to hand to other provinces
Canada has this bizarre extra-tax system to enable the Federal Govt to hand out so-called "equalization payments." The whole idea originally was to give...- Jan van Eck Replied
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Crucial year for the largest oil reserve in the world.. Venezuela
This year will be probably the most difficult for the largest oil reserve of the world Venezuela, as Maduro will assume his 2nd term...- jose chalhoub Replied
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Does Any one has Boos Allen Hamilton report
Hi Guys does Any one have a copy of Boos Allen Hamilton 2005 report about china. I tried to Find it couldn't. it's for...- Udara Hemachandra Replied
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EU calls for sanctions against Italy
The EU Commission has opened disciplinary procedures against Italy after the country refused to submit a budget proposal that squares with its rules. The warning, while not...- Cokiga Damke Replied
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Saudi Arabia not paying its bills for new armor; internal money problems suspected
Is Saudi Arabia in cash difficulties? Could be. The Kingdom has a huge contract for what is known in military-speak as "light armored vehicles,"...- saudi arabia
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Venezuela O&G assets next target? China prepares to seize Kenya's port of Mombasa
China's predatory lending to corrupt African countries may bear dividends soon. With all of the predatory loans that China has made to Venezuela's government, it...- Tom Kirkman Replied
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Obrador's tax cuts for U.S. border region
Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador issued an executive order on Monday lowering taxes in municipalities along the U.S.-Mexico border. Can anyone see a point...- JohnAtronis Replied
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North Korea Warns Of 'New Path', But Options Limited
In his New Year address on Tuesday, North Korean leader Kim Jong Un warned he might take a “new path” if Washington maintains sanctions...- north korea
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Vainly? Merkel, Macron Demand Russia Release Ukrainian Seame
German Chancellor Angela Merkel and French President Emmanuel Macron demanded on Friday that Russia release Ukrainian sailors who were seized along with their ships...- Pavel Replied
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Protests in Sudan
I have always said that things and issues in Sudan and also in South Sudan are far from being over, either between both states...- sudan
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Dissolution of Parliament in Israel, call for elections
Just released, Israel will call for elections and dissolution of the Knesset, and Prime Minister Netanyahu under investigations under charges of corruption, which surely...- israel
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Face-off Venezuela EXXON over Guyana
Just a few days ago, according to local and international news outlets, a ship of venezuelan navy had a face off with an exploration...- jose chalhoub Replied
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Mexico And The War Against Corruption?
Public outrage over corruption helped put Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador into office, but his campaign to clean up the country’s government hasn’t...- mexico
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China Accuses Britain, EU Of Hypocrisy Over Canada Detention Concerns
China accused Britain and the European Union of hypocrisy on Monday for expressing concern about China’s detention of two Canadian citizens, saying they had...- damirUSBiH Replied
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From bad to worse: Latin America And The Year That Was And The Year To Come
Without any doubt, 2019 will be a crossroad for many Latin American countries. Let’s paraphrase Shakespeare and Hamlet: To be, or not to be?...- latin america
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Rage Without Proof: Maduro Accuses U.S. Official Of Plotting Venezuela Invasion
Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro said on Wednesday, without providing evidence, that U.S. national security adviser John Bolton was leading a plan to invade the...- PavelP Replied
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Instead Of A Withdrawal, An Initiative: Iran Hopes To Agree With Russia And Turkey on Syrian Constitution Forum
Iranian Foreign Minister Javad Zarif said he hoped to reach an agreement on Tuesday with Russia and Turkey on the composition of a new...- ThunderBlade Replied
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Water. The new oil?
https://www.dr.dk/tv/se/kampen-om-det-rene-vand/-/kampen-om-det-rene-vand-2-3#!/ Interesting documentary. And interesting take on some conflicts around the world.- Rasmus Jorgensen Replied
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Whatever happened during GCC forum in Saudi Arabia?
Another summit took place of a bloc that was supposed to be a very strategic one with decisions to be solidly considered and heard...- gcc
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U.S. Senate Advances Resolution To End Military Support For Saudis In Yemen
According to Reuters, the U.S. Senate voted on Wednesday to advance a resolution to end U.S. military support for the Saudi-led coalition in Yemen’s...- ThunderBlade Replied
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