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  • MIL-OSI China: Chinese envoy calls for int’l efforts to ease Israel-Iran tensions

    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

    Fu Cong (C, Front), China’s permanent representative to the United Nations, speaks at a Security Council emergency meeting on threats to international peace and security at the UN headquarters in New York, on June 20, 2025. A Chinese envoy on Friday called for international efforts to promote talks to ease Israel-Iran tensions. (Xinhua/Xie E)

    A Chinese envoy on Friday called for international efforts to promote talks to ease Israel-Iran tensions.

    As the Israel-Iran military conflict enters its eighth day, it is distressing to see the conflict has resulted in a large number of civilian casualties and damage to facilities on both sides, said Fu Cong, China’s permanent representative to the United Nations.

    If the conflict escalates further, not only will both sides suffer greater losses, but regional countries will also be severely affected, he warned.

    Israel’s actions violate international law and the norms of international relations, jeopardize the sovereignty and security of Iran, and undermine regional peace and stability. China unequivocally condemns this, he told an emergency meeting of the Security Council.

    At this critical juncture, the international community should further forge consensus and make every effort to promote talks to ease tensions, he said.

    Fu said there must be an immediate ceasefire and an end to the fighting.

    The use of force is not the right way to resolve international disputes. It will only exacerbate hatred and conflict. The sooner a ceasefire is in place, the less damage will be done. The situation in the region cannot be allowed to slide into an unknown abyss, he said.

    “The parties to the conflict, Israel in particular, should cease fire as soon as possible to prevent the situation from escalating and to avoid any spillover of the fighting.”

    He stressed that the safety of civilians must be ensured.

    The red line for civilian protection in armed conflict must not be crossed at any time, and the indiscriminate use of force is unacceptable. The parties to the conflict must strictly abide by international law, resolutely avoid harming innocent civilians, refrain from attacking civilian facilities, and facilitate the evacuation of third-country nationals, he said.

    The current conflict has interrupted the negotiation process on the Iranian nuclear issue. The attacks on multiple Iranian nuclear facilities set a dangerous precedent and could have catastrophic consequences, said Fu. “We must not waver in the general direction of a political settlement of the Iranian nuclear issue, and we must persist in returning the Iranian nuclear issue to the track of a political solution through dialogue and negotiation.”

    China welcomes the talks in Geneva between the Iranian foreign minister and his counterparts from Britain, France, Germany, as well as the EU foreign and security policy chief, said Fu.

    The Israel-Iran conflict has led to a sudden escalation of tensions in the Middle East, and has had a serious impact on global security. Recently, the foreign ministers of 21 Arab and Islamic countries issued a joint statement, calling for a ceasefire, resuming talks on the Iranian nuclear issue, and maintaining lasting peace in the region. China fully supports the statement, he said.

    The international community, especially major countries with special influence on the parties to the conflict, should make efforts to cool down the situation, rather than doing the opposite, said Fu.

    The Security Council, as the primary body responsible for maintaining international peace and security, should play a greater role in this regard. China supports the council in taking necessary actions in a timely fashion, he said.

    China stands ready to continue to strengthen communication and coordination with all relevant parties, build synergies, uphold justice, and play a constructive role in restoring peace in the Middle East, said the Chinese ambassador.

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  • MIL-OSI Australia: 2025–26 ACT Budget: what’s in it for Molonglo, Weston Creek and Woden

    Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

    Our CBR is the ACT Government’s key channel to connect with Canberrans and keep you up-to-date with what’s happening in the city. Our CBR includes a monthly print edition, email newsletter and website.

    You can easily opt in or out of the newsletter subscription at any time.

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  • MIL-OSI USA: NH Delegation Introduces Legislation to Deliver Full-Service VA Hospital to NH

    US Senate News:

    Source: United States Senator for New Hampshire Maggie Hassan

    Manchester, NH – Today Congressman Chris Pappas (NH-01), ranking member of the House Veterans’ Affairs Committee Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity, introduced the Veterans Full-Service Care and Access Act, legislation that would require VA to operate, at minimum, one full-service Veterans Health Administration hospital within each state in the contiguous 48 states. U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen, a senior member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, is leading companion legislation in the Senate. U.S. Senator Maggie Hassan, a member of the Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee, and Congresswoman Maggie Goodlander (NH-02), a member of the House Armed Services Committee and former intelligence officer in the United States Navy Reserve, are cosponsors of the legislation in their respective houses of Congress.

    “Our veterans have each put their lives on the line to protect our freedoms, and they ought to receive the care and benefits they have earned after their service. Unfortunately, New Hampshire veterans are not on an equal footing with those in other states. New Hampshire still lacks a full-service VA hospital, meaning our veterans may not have access to, or may need to travel long distances for, essential care. My legislation would finally right this wrong,” said Congressman Pappas. “I have fought to prevent the closure of Community-Based Outpatient Clinics, reduce the backlog of cases at VA, and ensure that toxic-exposed veterans are finally receiving the help they need. I will continue my work to strengthen veterans’ health care by pushing for a full-service hospital for New Hampshire veterans who deserve the highest quality care and services.”

    “Every freedom and right we enjoy today was paid for with the sacrifices of the men and women who have served in the military—the least we can do is ensure veterans can access first rate health care no matter where they live,” said Senator Shaheen. “Our bill would help more Granite State veterans access the health care they deserve by helping establish a full service VA hospital in New Hampshire—the only state in the continental U.S. without one.” 

    “America’s best deserve our best, which is why it’s past time that New Hampshire veterans have a full-service VA facility in our state,” said Senator Hassan. “I have a record of advocating for a full-service VA hospital in New Hampshire and I urge my colleagues in the House and Senate to support this bill and help us uphold our commitment to our veterans.”

    “We have a sacred obligation to the tens of thousands of women and men across New Hampshire who served our country in uniform. They put their lives on the line to keep us safe, and it’s my mission in Congress to ensure these brave American heroes have access to the full range of healthcare they need,” said Congresswoman Goodlander. “This bill is an important step in this mission.”

    “The New Hampshire Veterans of Foreign Wars fully supports the Veterans Full-Service Care and Access Act. We believe the Act will enhance veterans’ access to quality care and offer greater flexibility in choosing providers, ensuring veterans can access care whether at a VA facility or through community providers,” said AJ Corrow, NH VFW Legislative Chairman.

    Background: 

    New Hampshire is the only state in the contiguous 48 states to not have a dedicated, full-service VA hospital. 

    An Executive Order issued by President Trump on May 9th instructed VA to begin a feasibility study on expanding services to support a full-service medical center in New Hampshire within 30 days and submit an action plan to the President within 180 days. 

    Following the issuance of the Executive Order, Pappas led the New Hampshire delegation in a letter calling on VA Secretary Doug Collins to seriously and fully follow through on the feasibility study and action plan, with the goal of establishing a full-service VA hospital in New Hampshire. He also secured a commitment from VA Secretary Collins at a House Veterans’ Affairs Committee hearing to engage with New Hampshire veterans and stakeholders as the Department conducts the study and develops its action plan.

    As a senior member of the U.S. Senate Armed Services Committee, Shaheen has worked tirelessly to make health care more accessible for New Hampshire veterans and has long worked to secure federal funding for VA health care sites throughout New Hampshire. The first piece of legislation she introduced in Congress was the Veterans Health Equity Act in 2009, which would require the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs to ensure that every state has a full-service veterans’ hospital or that comparable services are provided by contracting with in-state hospitals. 

    Senator Hassan is working to get New Hampshire veterans the care and benefits that they have earned and deserve. Senator Hassan raised the importance of building a full-service veterans hospital during the confirmation hearing for VA Secretary Doug Collins. Additionally, Senator Hassan has been pushing the VA for answers about its plans to fire 80,000 VA employees and the ways in which that would harm care and benefits for veterans. Senator Hassan also helped develop and pass into law the PACT Act, which fundamentally reforms and improves the ways in which veterans exposed to toxic substances receive health care and benefits from the VA. To date, more than two million PACT Act-related claims have been filed and over 200,000 veterans have enrolled for VA health care under the PACT Act.

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  • MIL-OSI USA: Senator Hassan Answers Questions in Windham from Small Business Leaders and Workers

    US Senate News:

    Source: United States Senator for New Hampshire Maggie Hassan

    WINDHAM – U.S. Senator Maggie Hassan participated in an event today hosted by the Southern New Hampshire Chamber of Commerce where she answered questions from small business leaders and workers. Granite State small business leaders asked about strengthening the local economy, reducing the deficit, and other priorities.  

    “I appreciated hearing directly from New Hampshire’s small business leaders and workers about the challenges that they are facing, which have been made worse by the Trump Administration’s reckless and chaotic actions,” said Senator Hassan. “Small businesses are the backbone of New Hampshire’s economy, and I will continue to work to get small businesses the support that they need, including relief from President Trump’s recklessly broad tariffs.”  

    Senator Hassan has a record of supporting small businesses. Senator Hassan recently reintroduced bipartisan legislation to cut taxes for small businesses with fewer than 10 employees that create retirement accounts for their employees. She has stood up to the Trump Administration’s reckless tariffs that are raising costs on Granite State families and small businesses – which are also making it difficult for businesses to plan for the future. Senator Hassan has also been a leader in advocating for the full restoration of the research & development tax deduction so that businesses in the United States can continue to outcompete China. 

    MIL OSI USA News –

  • MIL-OSI USA: Senator Murray Responds to Trump Administration’s Denial of WA State’s Appeal for Disaster Declaration for November “Bomb Cyclone”; Slams Trump’s Politicization of Disaster Aid

    US Senate News:

    Source: United States Senator for Washington State Patty Murray

    Severe storms resulted in extensive damage to critical infrastructure, parks, cultural sites, schools, public buildings, and more, resulting in over $34 million dollars in damages across six counties

    Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Patty Murray (D-WA), Vice Chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee, released the following statement on the Trump administration’s denial of Washington state’s appeal for a Major Disaster Declaration to unlock Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) assistance for recovery from the devastating windstorms, heavy rainfall, flooding, and mudslides caused by a bomb cyclone that struck Washington state in November 2024.

    Last month, Senator Murray led Washington state’s entire bipartisan Congressional delegation in sending a letter to President Donald Trump urging him to reconsider the denial of Washington state’s initial, January request to President Trump for a Major Disaster Declaration in response to the November bomb cyclone. Senator Murray also led Washington state’s entire Congressional delegation in a previous letter urging President Biden to grant the state’s request.

    “It is outrageous that President Trump is denying Washington state’s request for a federal disaster declaration, supported by our entire bipartisan Congressional delegation, for one of the most destructive storms in our state’s recent history. This is exactly the kind of catastrophic event federal disaster aid was designed for. County governments cannot be reasonably expected to shoulder $34 million dollars in damages from the bomb cyclone that caused tremendous damage to public infrastructure and left hundreds of thousands of people without power.

    “Make no mistake, what we are seeing under Trump is an unprecedented and dangerous politicization of disaster assistance that cannot continue. Storms and disasters don’t discriminate between red and blue communities and neither should our President. There is simply no justification for this betrayal that leaves local communities and residents of Washington state shouldering painful disaster recovery costs when the federal government was supposed to have their backs.

    “Every Member of Congress should be extraordinarily alarmed by this administration’s insistence on playing politics with disaster aid, no matter the consequences for our constituents. Do Republicans want a future Democratic President denying their constituents disaster aid over politics?”

    MIL OSI USA News –

  • MIL-OSI USA: Cassidy, Cornyn, Colleagues Introduce Resolution Recognizing Juneteenth

    US Senate News:

    Source: United States Senator for Louisiana Bill Cassidy
    WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), John Cornyn (R-TX), and a group of Senate colleagues introduced a resolution recognizing Juneteenth Independence Day. 
    “[N]ews of the end of slavery did not reach the frontier areas of the United States, in particular the State of Texas and the other Southwestern states, until months after the conclusion of the Civil War, more than 2.5 years after President Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation on January 1, 1863,” stated the resolution. 
    Juneteenth Independence Day began as a holiday in the State of Texas and is now celebrated in all 50 states and the District of Columbia as a special day of observance in recognition of the Emancipation of all slaves in the United States,” continued the resolution. 
    The resolution:
    Recognizes the historical significance of Juneteenth Independence Day to the United States;
    Supports the continued nationwide celebration of Juneteenth Independence Day to provide an opportunity for the people of the United States to learn more about the past and to better understand the experiences that have shaped the United States; and
    Recognizes that the observance of the end of slavery is part of the history and heritage of the United States.
    Cassidy and Cornyn were joined by U.S. Senators Ted Cruz (R-TX), Susan Collins (R-ME), Kevin Cramer (R-ND), Ron Johnson (R-WI), Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-MS), Raphael Warnock (D-GA), Tim Scott (R-SC), Mark Kelly (D-AZ), Roger Wicker (R-MS), Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI), John Hoeven (R-ND), Maria Cantwell (D-WA), Todd Young (R-IN), Mazie Hirono (D-HI), Marsha Blackburn (R-TN), John Hickenlooper (D-CO), Katie Britt (R-AL), Bernie Sanders (D-VT), Jim Justice (R-WV), Tim Kaine (D-VA), Dick Durbin (D-IL), Angus King (I-ME), Ron Wyden (D-OR), Jeff Merkley (D-OR), Alex Padilla (D-CA), Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY), Catherine Cortez Masto (D-NV), Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), and Cory Booker (D-NJ) in introducing the resolution  

    MIL OSI USA News –

  • Blending science and spirituality: ISRO observes International Yoga Day with call for collective wellness

    Source: Government of India

    Source: Government of India (4)

    The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) on Friday said it is honoured to participate in the global observance of the International Day of Yoga 2025, celebrated annually on June 21.

    In a post on X, ISRO stated that it is participating in the event under the official theme, “Yoga for One Earth, One Health,” which underscores the vital connection between individual wellness and planetary care.

    “ISRO is honoured to participate in the global observance on June 21 under the official theme ‘Yoga for One Earth, One Health,’ which highlights the vital link between individual wellness and planetary care,” the space agency posted.

    ISRO said it continues to integrate scientific pursuit with mindful well-being. The organisation also urged all citizens to adopt yoga as a means to cultivate health, strengthen resilience, and contribute to a sustainable world through collective practice.

    “This #IDY2025, ISRO reaffirms its commitment to integrating scientific pursuit with mindful well-being. We invite all citizens to take up yoga—cultivate health, strengthen resilience, and contribute to a sustainable world through collective practice,” it added.

    The theme for this year, “Yoga for One Earth, One Health,” echoes India’s vision of global wellness. It reflects an integrated vision of well-being and emphasises the interconnectedness of human and planetary health, drawing from the Indian ethos of Sarve Santu Niramaya (May all be free from disease).

  • Ministry of Mines celebrates IDY 2025 with mega event, 35,000 attend in Hyderabad

    Source: Government of India

    Source: Government of India (4)

    The Ministry of Mines is celebrating the 11th International Day of Yoga with great enthusiasm and nationwide participation, in alignment with this year’s global theme — “Yoga for One Earth, One Health.” The theme reflects the deep connection between individual well-being and the health of the planet, with yoga serving as a powerful tool for both.

    Inspired by the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the Ministry has launched a series of impactful initiatives to promote yoga as a way of life among its workforce and the larger community.

    As a prelude to the global celebration, the Ministry conducted a comprehensive 6-day Yoga Boot Camp (14–20 June) across its field offices and CPSEs — including NALCO, HCL, MECL, IBM, GSI, JNARDDC, and NIRM. The boot camp featured inclusive yoga sessions for officials, mine workers, contractual staff, local communities, school children, and women employees — even at underground mine entrances. Wellness talks, Y-Break demonstrations, and creative contests also formed an integral part of the week-long engagement. In total, over 20,000 individuals participated across the country.

    A major highlight was the mega yoga event held on 20th June at LB Stadium, Hyderabad, organised under the leadership of Union Minister for Mines, G. Kishan Reddy, as part of the International Day of Yoga countdown. The event witnessed a record turnout of over 35,000 participants, including personnel from the Indian Army, Central Government offices, yoga organisations, students, and citizens. The mass yoga session emerged as a powerful symbol of unity, wellness, and collective energy.

    These initiatives reflect the Government of India’s broader vision of integrating wellness into workplace productivity and societal well-being. The Ministry of Mines remains committed to furthering this mission through yoga — for individuals, for communities, and for the planet.

  • International Yoga Day: Indo-Tibetan Border Police perform yoga at altitude of over 14000 ft

    Source: Government of India

    Source: Government of India (4)

    On the 11th International Day of Yoga, the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) performed yoga on the banks of Pangong Tso at the Border Outposts (BOPs) Dhan Singh Thapa and Chartse, located at altitudes between 14,100 and 14,200 feet.

    Visuals showed officials from the 24th Battalion of the ITBP performing yoga at the scenic lakeside location of Pangong Tso.

    Earlier, on Friday, the 54th Battalion of the ITBP held a yoga session as a prelude to International Yoga Day. Sharing visuals on X, the ITBP wrote: “54 Bn #ITBP organised a yoga session as a prelude to International Yoga Day 2025. Himveers participated with zeal, reinforcing the spirit of wellness and discipline.”

    The 4th Corps of the ITBP in Dirang, Arunachal Pradesh, also organised yoga sessions at altitudes above 12,000 feet. Sharing the update on X, the ITBP posted: “4th Corps #ITBP, Dirang (Arunachal Pradesh) organised yoga sessions and cleanliness drives at the Corps Headquarters and forward posts at altitudes above 12,000 feet.”

    The ITBP held several yoga sessions last week as a lead-up to International Yoga Day.

    Meanwhile, Indian Coast Guard personnel gathered in Visakhapatnam to celebrate International Yoga Day. On the eastern coast, officials aboard Coast Guard Ship Rani Abbakka practised yoga along Tamil Nadu’s sacred shores.

    Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Visakhapatnam on Friday evening, where he will lead the celebrations for International Yoga Day.

    This year’s theme, “Yoga for One Earth, One Health,” echoes India’s vision of global wellness and reflects the integrated approach to well-being. It emphasises the interconnectedness of human and planetary health, drawing from the Indian ethos of “Sarve Santu Niramaya” (May all be free from disease).

    According to the Ministry of AYUSH, the Prime Minister will perform the Common Yoga Protocol (CYP) with over 3 lakh participants at the Visakhapatnam venue, synchronised with more than 10 lakh locations across the country under the ‘Yoga Sangam’ initiative.

    The mass demonstration will take place from 6:30 to 7:45 AM and is expected to see unprecedented participation from across the country.

    He will be joined by Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for AYUSH, Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare Prataprao Jadhav, and Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu in a large-scale demonstration of India’s global wellness vision.

     

  • International Yoga Day: Indo-Tibetan Border Police perform yoga at altitude of over 14000 ft

    Source: Government of India

    Source: Government of India (4)

    On the 11th International Day of Yoga, the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) performed yoga on the banks of Pangong Tso at the Border Outposts (BOPs) Dhan Singh Thapa and Chartse, located at altitudes between 14,100 and 14,200 feet.

    Visuals showed officials from the 24th Battalion of the ITBP performing yoga at the scenic lakeside location of Pangong Tso.

    Earlier, on Friday, the 54th Battalion of the ITBP held a yoga session as a prelude to International Yoga Day. Sharing visuals on X, the ITBP wrote: “54 Bn #ITBP organised a yoga session as a prelude to International Yoga Day 2025. Himveers participated with zeal, reinforcing the spirit of wellness and discipline.”

    The 4th Corps of the ITBP in Dirang, Arunachal Pradesh, also organised yoga sessions at altitudes above 12,000 feet. Sharing the update on X, the ITBP posted: “4th Corps #ITBP, Dirang (Arunachal Pradesh) organised yoga sessions and cleanliness drives at the Corps Headquarters and forward posts at altitudes above 12,000 feet.”

    The ITBP held several yoga sessions last week as a lead-up to International Yoga Day.

    Meanwhile, Indian Coast Guard personnel gathered in Visakhapatnam to celebrate International Yoga Day. On the eastern coast, officials aboard Coast Guard Ship Rani Abbakka practised yoga along Tamil Nadu’s sacred shores.

    Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Visakhapatnam on Friday evening, where he will lead the celebrations for International Yoga Day.

    This year’s theme, “Yoga for One Earth, One Health,” echoes India’s vision of global wellness and reflects the integrated approach to well-being. It emphasises the interconnectedness of human and planetary health, drawing from the Indian ethos of “Sarve Santu Niramaya” (May all be free from disease).

    According to the Ministry of AYUSH, the Prime Minister will perform the Common Yoga Protocol (CYP) with over 3 lakh participants at the Visakhapatnam venue, synchronised with more than 10 lakh locations across the country under the ‘Yoga Sangam’ initiative.

    The mass demonstration will take place from 6:30 to 7:45 AM and is expected to see unprecedented participation from across the country.

    He will be joined by Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for AYUSH, Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare Prataprao Jadhav, and Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu in a large-scale demonstration of India’s global wellness vision.

     

  • Neeraj Chopra triumphs at Paris Diamond League

    Source: Government of India

    Source: Government of India (4)

    Double Olympic medallist Neeraj Chopra delivered a commanding performance at the Paris Diamond League, claiming top spot with a powerful 88.16m throw on his very first attempt at Stade Charléty on Saturday.

    His opening throw set the benchmark for the evening and remained unmatched throughout the competition. Despite recording three fouls in his six attempts, the early effort was enough to keep him in the lead in a highly competitive field.

    Germany’s Julian Weber, a former Diamond League champion and one of Chopra’s fiercest rivals, came closest with a strong 87.88m effort, also in the first round. Despite a consistent series, Weber was unable to surpass Chopra’s mark and finished second.

    Brazil’s Luiz Maurício da Silva delivered a career-best 86.62m throw in the third round, placing third and setting a new South American record in the process.

    This was Chopra’s first appearance at the Paris Diamond League since 2017, when he finished fifth with a throw of 84.67m as a junior world champion. The Paris meet marked the eighth stop on the 2025 Diamond League circuit, which will culminate in a two-day final in Zurich this August.

    Chopra began his 2025 campaign with a win at the Potch Invitational in South Africa, throwing 84.52m. He made headlines in Doha by breaching the elusive 90m barrier for the first time, setting a new Indian national record with a 90.23m effort—though he was narrowly edged by Weber’s personal best of 91.06m.

    The rivalry continued at Poland’s Janusz Kusociński Memorial, where Weber again finished ahead with 86.12m to Chopra’s 84.14m in wet, tricky conditions.

    In Paris, however, Chopra reclaimed the lead—and reminded the world why he remains one of the sport’s most formidable athletes.

    IANS

  • Neeraj Chopra triumphs at Paris Diamond League

    Source: Government of India

    Source: Government of India (4)

    Double Olympic medallist Neeraj Chopra delivered a commanding performance at the Paris Diamond League, claiming top spot with a powerful 88.16m throw on his very first attempt at Stade Charléty on Saturday.

    His opening throw set the benchmark for the evening and remained unmatched throughout the competition. Despite recording three fouls in his six attempts, the early effort was enough to keep him in the lead in a highly competitive field.

    Germany’s Julian Weber, a former Diamond League champion and one of Chopra’s fiercest rivals, came closest with a strong 87.88m effort, also in the first round. Despite a consistent series, Weber was unable to surpass Chopra’s mark and finished second.

    Brazil’s Luiz Maurício da Silva delivered a career-best 86.62m throw in the third round, placing third and setting a new South American record in the process.

    This was Chopra’s first appearance at the Paris Diamond League since 2017, when he finished fifth with a throw of 84.67m as a junior world champion. The Paris meet marked the eighth stop on the 2025 Diamond League circuit, which will culminate in a two-day final in Zurich this August.

    Chopra began his 2025 campaign with a win at the Potch Invitational in South Africa, throwing 84.52m. He made headlines in Doha by breaching the elusive 90m barrier for the first time, setting a new Indian national record with a 90.23m effort—though he was narrowly edged by Weber’s personal best of 91.06m.

    The rivalry continued at Poland’s Janusz Kusociński Memorial, where Weber again finished ahead with 86.12m to Chopra’s 84.14m in wet, tricky conditions.

    In Paris, however, Chopra reclaimed the lead—and reminded the world why he remains one of the sport’s most formidable athletes.

    IANS

  • MIL-OSI USA: Jayapal Statement on the Release of Mahmoud Khalil

    Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal (7th District of Washington)

    “Today’s judicial ruling that Mahmoud Khalil had to be released from ICE detention is a critical step on the road to justice. Mahmoud Khalil will finally be reunited with his wife and newborn baby, whose birth he missed while unjustly detained by the Trump Administration for more than three months.

    “His detention has been a stain on our immigration and justice system in this country: an attack on the constitutional free speech protections guaranteed to every single person in our country, utilizing the immigration system to prevent him from engaging in this constitutionally protected political speech.

    “In this case, as in several others, we see the Trump Administration is continuing to simply target people of all legal statuses, including legal permanent residents and even U.S. citizens, simply for disagreeing with their administration in any way. That is not American and is a gross violation of all of our fundamental rights. Every single person in America should understand that if this Administration can do this to Mr. Khalil, they can do the same thing to you.

    “Today, I celebrate with Mahmoud Khalil and his family. There is more work to do to bring full justice to this situation, and to stop the attacks on so many across this country.”

    MIL OSI USA News –

  • MIL-OSI: The China Fund, Inc. Announces Board Approval of Plan of Liquidation

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    BOSTON, June 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The China Fund, Inc. (NYSE: CHN) (the “Fund”) announced today that its Board of Directors (the “Board”) has approved a plan of liquidation and dissolution (the “Plan”) for the Fund. The Plan will be submitted to Fund stockholders for approval at a Special Meeting. The date of the Special Meeting and more detailed information about the proposed liquidation and Plan will be set forth in a proxy statement to be mailed to the Fund’s stockholders in the near future. The Board recommends that the Fund’s stockholders vote for the liquidation of the Fund at the Special Meeting.

    In determining to liquidate the Fund, the Board considered a variety of factors including, among others, prevailing geopolitical and market conditions, the size of the Fund, the trading volume of the Fund’s shares, the Fund’s discount to net asset value, and the availability of competing open-end products, such as exchange-traded funds. The Board also considered alternatives, including converting the Fund into an open-end management investment company. On balance, the Board determined that the liquidation of the Fund is in the best interests of the Fund and its stockholders.

    The Fund intends to file a proxy statement with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) with respect to the proposal to liquidate the Fund. As noted, copies of the Fund’s proxy statement will also be mailed to each stockholder of record of the Fund. Upon receipt, stockholders are advised to read the Fund’s proxy statement as it will contain important information. Once filed with the SEC, the proxy statement will be available free of charge on the SEC website, www.sec.gov.

    This press release may contain statements regarding plans and expectations for the future that constitute forward-looking statements within the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such forward-looking statements are based on the Fund’s current plans and expectations, and are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements. Additional information concerning such risks and uncertainties are contained in the Fund’s regulatory filings, which are available free of charge on the SEC’s website. An investment in the Fund involves risk, including loss of principal. Investment return and the value of shares will fluctuate. Any data and commentary provided in this press release are for informational purposes only.

    The Fund is a closed-end management investment company. The Fund’s investment manager is Matthews International Capital Management, LLC. For further information regarding the Fund, please call (888)-CHN-CALL or visit the Fund’s website at www.chinafundinc.com. The information contained on the Fund’s website is not part of this press release. Copies of the Fund’s complete audited financial statements are available free of charge upon request.

    Investments involve risk, including possible loss of principal, and an investment should be made with an understanding of the risks involved with owning a particular security or asset class. Interested parties are strongly encouraged to seek advice from qualified tax and financial experts regarding the best options for your particular circumstances.

    Contact

    Julian Reid
    Chairman of the Board
    The China Fund, Inc.
    +44 7768 068200

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  • MIL-OSI: The China Fund, Inc. Announces Board Approval of Plan of Liquidation

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    BOSTON, June 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The China Fund, Inc. (NYSE: CHN) (the “Fund”) announced today that its Board of Directors (the “Board”) has approved a plan of liquidation and dissolution (the “Plan”) for the Fund. The Plan will be submitted to Fund stockholders for approval at a Special Meeting. The date of the Special Meeting and more detailed information about the proposed liquidation and Plan will be set forth in a proxy statement to be mailed to the Fund’s stockholders in the near future. The Board recommends that the Fund’s stockholders vote for the liquidation of the Fund at the Special Meeting.

    In determining to liquidate the Fund, the Board considered a variety of factors including, among others, prevailing geopolitical and market conditions, the size of the Fund, the trading volume of the Fund’s shares, the Fund’s discount to net asset value, and the availability of competing open-end products, such as exchange-traded funds. The Board also considered alternatives, including converting the Fund into an open-end management investment company. On balance, the Board determined that the liquidation of the Fund is in the best interests of the Fund and its stockholders.

    The Fund intends to file a proxy statement with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) with respect to the proposal to liquidate the Fund. As noted, copies of the Fund’s proxy statement will also be mailed to each stockholder of record of the Fund. Upon receipt, stockholders are advised to read the Fund’s proxy statement as it will contain important information. Once filed with the SEC, the proxy statement will be available free of charge on the SEC website, www.sec.gov.

    This press release may contain statements regarding plans and expectations for the future that constitute forward-looking statements within the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such forward-looking statements are based on the Fund’s current plans and expectations, and are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements. Additional information concerning such risks and uncertainties are contained in the Fund’s regulatory filings, which are available free of charge on the SEC’s website. An investment in the Fund involves risk, including loss of principal. Investment return and the value of shares will fluctuate. Any data and commentary provided in this press release are for informational purposes only.

    The Fund is a closed-end management investment company. The Fund’s investment manager is Matthews International Capital Management, LLC. For further information regarding the Fund, please call (888)-CHN-CALL or visit the Fund’s website at www.chinafundinc.com. The information contained on the Fund’s website is not part of this press release. Copies of the Fund’s complete audited financial statements are available free of charge upon request.

    Investments involve risk, including possible loss of principal, and an investment should be made with an understanding of the risks involved with owning a particular security or asset class. Interested parties are strongly encouraged to seek advice from qualified tax and financial experts regarding the best options for your particular circumstances.

    Contact

    Julian Reid
    Chairman of the Board
    The China Fund, Inc.
    +44 7768 068200

    The MIL Network –

  • Yoga for One Earth, One Health: PM Modi to lead grand 11th International Day of Yoga celebrations from Visakhapatnam

    Source: Government of India

    Source: Government of India (4)

    The 11th International Day of Yoga (IDY) is set to be celebrated on a grand scale on Saturday, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi leading the national event in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh.

    The theme for this year is “Yoga for One Earth, One Health,” which echoes India’s vision of global wellness and reflects the integrated vision of well-being. It emphasises the interconnectedness of human and planetary health, drawing from the Indian ethos of “Sarve Santu Niramaya” (May all be free from disease).

    PM Modi arrived in Visakhapatnam on Friday evening and was received by Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu.

    “#InternationalYogaDay On behalf of the people of Andhra Pradesh, I welcome Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri @narendramodi Ji to our state for the celebration of International Yoga Day tomorrow. All the districts of Andhra Pradesh are geared up to participate in the grand culmination of #Yogandhra!” the Andhra CM said in a post on X.

    According to the Ministry of AYUSH, the Prime Minister will perform the Common Yoga Protocol (CYP) with over 3 lakh participants at the Visakhapatnam venue, synchronised with over 10 lakh locations across the country under the ‘Yoga Sangam’ initiative.

    The mass demonstration will be held from 6:30 to 7:45 AM and is expected to attract unprecedented participation from across the country.

    He will be joined by Union Minister of State (IC) for AYUSH and Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare Prataprao Jadhav, along with Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, in a massive demonstration of India’s global wellness vision.

    More than 2 crore people are expected to participate in yoga sessions at over 1 lakh locations across the state.

    The Government of Andhra Pradesh is also coordinating a Guinness World Record attempt to mark the occasion.

    Additionally, the Andhra Pradesh government will award over 50 lakh yoga certificates to registered participants, making this decadal edition of IDY a truly historic moment in India’s health and wellness journey.

    As part of the celebrations in Visakhapatnam, a remarkable Surya Namaskar programme was organised at Andhra University today, where around 25,000 tribal children performed 108 Surya Namaskars in 108 minutes. This unique initiative highlighted the enthusiastic participation of tribal communities and reflected yoga’s deepening reach at the grassroots level.

    Delhi, too, is set to actively participate in the national celebration. Yoga events will be held at 109 locations across the capital, including a grand programme at the historic Red Fort on Saturday.

    Organised by Brahma Kumaris in collaboration with the Ministry of AYUSH, and supported by the Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga and the Archaeological Survey of India, the Red Fort event will highlight the theme “Yoga for One Earth, One Health.”

    To ensure the inclusive reach of yoga’s benefits, Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed a letter to all Gram Pradhans, noting, “It is a matter of pride that yoga has positively transformed lives not only in India but across the world.”

    As in previous editions of IDY, the Prime Minister’s message has infused Gram Panchayats with renewed enthusiasm, resulting in a significant rise in yoga-related activities at the grassroots level, particularly in Panchayats, Anganwadis, and Community Health Centres. The introduction of 10 Signature Events to encourage public participation for IDY 2025 has elicited an unprecedented response from across the country and abroad.

    Against the target of 1 lakh registrations for the June 21 event, more than 11 lakh organisations and groups have registered for the Yoga Sangam event at their respective places through the Yoga portal of the Ministry of AYUSH.

    Rajasthan topped the list with 2.25 lakh registrations, followed by three more states that crossed the 1 lakh registration mark.

    To honour this milestone year, the Ministry of AYUSH has conceptualised 10 Signature Events, rolled out over 100 days. These events cater to different sections of society and showcase the evolving landscape of yoga in India and abroad.

    They include Yoga Sangam, which involves mass yoga demonstrations across over 1,00,000 locations alongside the national event; Yoga Bandhan, which includes international collaborations and the exchange of yoga delegations; Harit Yoga, which integrates yoga with environmental actions like tree plantations and cleanliness drives; and Yoga Park, which involves upgrading public parks into dedicated yoga spaces.

    It also includes Yoga Samavesh, an inclusive yoga outreach with customised protocols for marginalised groups; Yoga Prabhava, a comprehensive 10-year impact report on IDY and its societal outcomes; Yoga Connect, a global online yoga summit held on June 14, featuring global experts and policymakers; Yoga Unplugged, youth-centric campaigns combining tech, trends, and traditional yoga; Yoga Maha Kumbh, a series of large-scale events celebrating yoga’s cultural and spiritual dimensions; and Samyoga, which showcases the integration of yoga evidence with modern healthcare practices.

    The decadal celebration is being coordinated through a Whole-of-Government approach, involving ministries, departments, state governments, urban local bodies, and Indian missions abroad.

    Preparatory activities have been ongoing for weeks, with special drives, yoga camps, and competitions organised by various government bodies.

    Globally, Indian embassies and cultural centres are actively conducting yoga demonstrations and awareness campaigns, further strengthening India’s cultural diplomacy and leadership in wellness. With its strong foundation over the past ten years and enthusiastic participation from all sectors, IDY 2025 is poised to be a landmark moment in India’s wellness journey.

    The message is clear — yoga is not only a gift from India to the world but also a pathway to a healthier, more harmonious, and sustainable future for all. 

    (ANI)

  • MIL-OSI Australia: Serious Assault – Dundee Beach

    Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

    A man has been flown to Royal Darwin Hospital for treatment after a serious assault at Dundee Beach late last night.

    Shortly after 11pm the Joint Emergency Services Communications Centre received a report of an alleged assault on a 55-year-old man by a group of people after a minor vehicle crash. Alcohol is believed to be a factor in the crash.

    As a result of the alleged assault, the victim suffered serious injuries to his face.

    General Duties police, St John Ambulance and a CareFlight helicopter attended the scene before the man was flown to RDH where he underwent surgery.

    A crime scene was declared, and investigations are ongoing.

    The offenders remain outstanding, and police urge anyone with information to contact police on 131 444 and quote reference P25166318. Anonymous reports can be made through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or online via https://crimestoppersnt.com.au/.

    MIL OSI News –

  • MIL-OSI China: China launches satellite Chinasat-9C

    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

    A Long March-3B carrier rocket carrying the satellite Chinasat-9C blasts off from the Xichang Satellite Launch Center in southwest China’s Sichuan Province, June 20, 2025. The satellite Chinasat-9C was launched at 8:37 p.m. (Beijing Time) by a Long March-3B carrier rocket, and entered the preset orbit successfully. [Photo/Xinhua]

    XICHANG, June 20 — China sent a new satellite into space on Friday from the Xichang Satellite Launch Center in the southwestern province of Sichuan.

    The satellite Chinasat-9C was launched at 8:37 p.m. (Beijing Time) by a Long March-3B carrier rocket, and entered the preset orbit successfully.

    The launch marks the 582nd flight mission of the Long March carrier rocket series.

    A Long March-3B carrier rocket carrying the satellite Chinasat-9C blasts off from the Xichang Satellite Launch Center in southwest China’s Sichuan Province, June 20, 2025. [Photo/Xinhua]

    MIL OSI China News –

  • MIL-OSI China: Tianjin Pilot Free Trade Zone in north China

    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

    Tianjin Pilot Free Trade Zone in north China

    Updated: June 21, 2025 08:51 Xinhua
    An aerial drone photo taken on May 14, 2025 shows a view of the central business district in Tianjin Pilot Free Trade Zone (FTZ), north China’s Tianjin. The Tianjin pilot FTZ was established in 2015. Over the past decade, the pilot FTZ in Tianjin municipality has yielded numerous achievements in institutional innovation. Leveraging resource strengths spanning its sea and air ports, industrial foundation, and policy innovations, the Tianjin pilot FTZ has established distinctive industrial clusters in aviation logistics, equipment manufacturing, and international trade. [Photo/Xinhua]
    An aerial drone photo taken on June 18, 2025 shows a view of the Tianjin Pilot Free Trade Zone (FTZ) in north China’s Tianjin. [Photo/Xinhua]
    An aerial drone photo taken on June 20, 2025 shows a view of the Tianjin Pilot Free Trade Zone (FTZ) in north China’s Tianjin. [Photo/Xinhua]
    An aerial drone photo taken on June 20, 2025 shows a view of the Dongjiang port area in Tianjin Pilot Free Trade Zone (FTZ), north China’s Tianjin. [Photo/Xinhua]

    MIL OSI China News –

  • MIL-OSI USA: Kaine & Ricketts Introduce Bipartisan AUKUS Improvement Act

    US Senate News:

    Source: United States Senator for Virginia Tim Kaine

    WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tim Kaine (D-VA), a member of the Senate Armed Services and Foreign Relations Committees, and Senator Pete Ricketts (R-NE), a member of the Foreign Relations Committee, introduced the AUKUS Improvement Act, bipartisan legislation to strengthen the Australia-United Kingdom-United States (AUKUS) agreement by streamlining defense industrial base collaboration and co-production of Virginia-class submarines. This legislation builds upon provisions that Kaine pushed to get signed into law as part of the Fiscal Year 2024 National Defense Authorization Act.

    “The AUKUS partnership is critical to countering the threat from China and ensuring the Indo-Pacific remains free and open,” said Kaine. “I’m proud to introduce this bipartisan legislation to strengthen AUKUS and boost defense collaboration among our countries.”

    Specifically, the AUKUS Improvement Act would:

    • Exempt U.S. State Department-vetted entities that have been approved as AUKUS Authorized Users from the requirement to obtain Third Party transfer approvals under Foreign Military Sales.
    • Exempt Australia and the United Kingdom from the need for Congressional Notification for overseas manufacturing.

    Kaine has been a strong champion of AUKUS in Congress and has helped get signed into law provisions to implement and strengthen the partnership. He has played a key role in securing more resources for the submarine industrial base, including additional funding for the Virginia-class submarine program that is currently facing significant delays because of workforce challenges and supply chain disruptions. The on-time completion of Virginia-class submarines, which are built in Virginia and Connecticut, is critical to fulfilling the AUKUS agreement, through which the U.S. will sell at least two Virginia-class submarines to Australia to boost security and freedom of navigation in the Indo-Pacific, and counter Chinese military aggression in the region.

    In addition to Kaine and Ricketts, the legislation is cosponsored by U.S. Senators John Cornyn (R-TX), Chris Murphy (D-CT), Dan Sullivan (R-AK), Chris Coons (D-DE), Deb Fischer (R-NE), and Rick Scott (R-FL).

    Full text of the legislation is available here.

    MIL OSI USA News –

  • Asia Pacific – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for June 21, 2025

    Asia Pacific: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 21, 2025.

    MIL-OSI New Zealand: Man arrested, appeal for information in Levin fire
    Source: New Zealand Police Attributable to Detective Sergeant Shelley Ross: Manawatū Police and Fire and Emergency New Zealand are making enquiries into a suspicious house fire in Levin this morning. The fire on Cambridge Street was reported about 4:15am. Fortunately, the occupants of the house escaped without injury. A 40-year-old Levin man has been taken […]

    MIL-Evening Report: Former New Zealand PM Helen Clark blames Cook Islands for crisis
    By Lydia Lewis, RNZ Pacific presenter/producer Former New Zealand Prime Minister Helen Clark believes the Cook Islands, a realm of New Zealand, caused a crisis for itself by not consulting Wellington before signing a deal with China. The New Zealand government has paused more than $18 million in development assistance to the Cook Islands after […]

    MIL-OSI New Zealand: Fatal house fire, Marton
    Source: New Zealand Police One person has been found deceased following a house fire in Marton this morning. Emergency services were called to the Calico Line property, between Bredins Line and Nga Tawa Road, about 6:10am, and found the house fully ablaze. Sadly, one person was found deceased at the property. A scene guard has […]

    MIL-OSI China: Chinese vice premier calls for championing humanity’s common values, promoting multipolar world
    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News Chinese vice premier calls for championing humanity’s common values, promoting multipolar world ST. PETERSBURG, June 20 — Chinese Vice Premier Ding Xuexiang on Friday called for championing humanity’s common values, and promoting an equal and orderly multipolar world as well as universally beneficial and inclusive economic […]

    MIL-OSI Security: Coast Guard Cutter Stratton Arrives in Kagoshima, Leads Joint Operations with Partner Coast Guards
    Source: United States Coast Guard   06/20/2025 07:41 PM EDT U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Stratton (WMSL 752) arrived in Kagoshima, Japan, June 16 to conduct the first-ever trilateral operations between the U.S. Coast Guard, Japan Coast Guard (JCG) and Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) within Japan’s territorial waters. This engagement builds on Operation SAPPHIRE, the U.S.-Japan […]

    MIL-OSI New Zealand: Update: Police narrow area of interest in Elisabeth Nicholls search
    Source: New Zealand Police Attribute to Detective Sergeant Luke Vaughan. Police have narrowed down an area of interest in the ongoing search for missing Christchurch woman Elisabeth ‘Lis’ Nicholls. Lis was last seen at the Chateau on the Park in Riccarton on the evening of Wednesday 4 June, and Police and her family remain desperate […]

    MIL-OSI China: Chinese premier holds talks with New Zealand’s PM
    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News Chinese Premier Li Qiang holds talks with New Zealand’s Prime Minister Christopher Luxon, who is on an official visit to China, at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, capital of China, June 20, 2025. [Photo/Xinhua] BEIJING, June 20 — Chinese Premier Li Qiang held […]

    MIL-OSI USA: Attorney General Bonta Urges U.S. Department of Education to Maintain Commitments to Student Equity and Opportunity
    Source: US State of California OAKLAND – California Attorney General Rob Bonta today, as part of a coalition of 18 attorneys general, submitted comments urging the U.S. Department of Education to continue advancing grantmaking priorities intended to promote equity in access to educational resources and opportunity, address existing disparities in education, and help schools comply with federal laws requiring schools […]

    MIL-OSI New Zealand: Correction – file number, Tūrangi homicide enquiry
    Source: New Zealand Police Media and the public are advised of a correction to the Police file number relating to the Tūrangi homicide enquiry. We continue to appeal to the public for information and any footage which may help us. The correct file number is 250620/6271. If you can help, please go online here to […]

    MIL-OSI Canada: Update 6: Alberta wildfire update (June 20, 3:30 p.m.)
    Source: Government of Canada regional news Current situation (as of 3:30 p.m., June 20) There are 51 wildfires currently burning across Alberta in the Forest Protection Area, and four mutual aid fires. 19 are classified as out of control, six are being held and 26 are under control. There have been eight new wildfires since […]

    MIL-OSI USA: Attorney General Bonta: Gutting NPR and PBS is a Dangerous Loss for Americans
    Source: US State of California Public media is an essential resource — especially for rural communities in emergency situations   OAKLAND — California Attorney General Rob Bonta today joined 23 attorneys general in submitting an amicus brief supporting NPR (National Public Radio) and PBS (Public Broadcasting Service) in their challenge to the Trump Administration directing the Corporation for Public Broadcasting […]

    MIL-OSI New Zealand: Unattended tin dinghy located, Kawau Bay, Auckland
    Source: New Zealand Police Police are appealing for information after an unattended tin dinghy was found drifting off Kawau Bay this morning. At this stage, we have no reports of any missing people that would appear to relate, however, we are wanting to confirm the dinghy’s owner is safe. Police urge anyone who recognises the […]

    MIL-OSI New Zealand: Diversions, Hamilton
    Source: New Zealand Police Motorists are advised of diversions for southbound traffic in Hillcrest, Hamilton today following an earlier crash. A single-vehicle hit a power pole around 6:30am today on Cambridge Road. There were no injuries, but contractors are expected to be on site for most of the day working to fix the power lines. […]

    MIL-OSI New Zealand: Update – Homicide investigation, Tūrangi
    Source: New Zealand Police Attributable to Detective Inspector Craig Rawlinson: Police have arrested a 27-year-old man in relation to the ongoing homicide investigation in Tūrangi. He will be appearing in Rotorua District Court today charged with Breaching a Protection Order. Further charges are being considered. Emergency services were called to Hinerangi Street early yesterday morning, […]

    MIL-OSI New Zealand: Relief for grieving Kiwis recommended by Regulation Ministry
    Source: New Zealand Government Regulation Minister David Seymour says that red tape is giving Kiwis serious headaches, and the Red Tape Tipline has received over 750 submissions. “A submitter to the Ministry for Regulation’s Red Tape Tipline has complained that the threshold for probate has not kept up with inflation. This means that more Kiwis have […]

    MIL-OSI Russia: CPC Delegation Visits Japan
    Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News TOKYO, June 20 (Xinhua) — A delegation of the Communist Party of China led by CPC Central Committee member Qu Qingshan visited Japan from June 18 to […]

    MIL-OSI Russia: Chinese Premier Holds Talks with New Zealand Prime Minister
    Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News BEIJING, June 20 (Xinhua) — Chinese Premier Li Qiang held talks with New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Lacson in Beijing on Friday. Li Qiang said that in […]

    MIL-OSI NGOs: Wrecking the future: The Trump war on the ocean, climate, and communities
    Source: Greenpeace Statement – During his first 100 days President Trump has been actively working to dismantle and weaken environmental protections and attack those who fight to protect nature and our shared climate, putting the corporate profits of his billionaire friends ahead of people and the planet. © Saf Suleyman / Greenpeace President Trump’s second […]

    MIL-OSI Russia: Dmitry Chernyshenko: Russian science is not faceless – it has faces.
    Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: Government of the Russian Federation – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article. Deputy Prime Minister Dmitry Chernyshenko greeted those gathered at the opening of the exhibition of portraits of leading Russian scientists “Science in Faces” as part of the XXVIII St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF-2025). […]

    MIL-OSI Russia: Dmitry Chernyshenko: Implementation of AI will give BRICS economies about 2-3 trillion dollars by 2030
    Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: Government of the Russian Federation – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article. At the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum, Deputy Prime Minister of the Russian Federation Dmitry Chernyshenko held a plenary session entitled “AI Science: A New Path to Leadership.” Leading Russian and foreign scientists discussed […]

  • South America – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for June 21, 2025

    South America: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 21, 2025.

    MIL-OSI Security: ICE Arrests Criminal Illegal Alien Tren de Aragua Gang Member for Attempting to Murder an ICE Officer
    Source: US Department of Homeland Security This criminal illegal alien faces federal charges including attempted murder of a federal officer and assault of a federal officer with infliction of bodily injury WASHINGTON – Today, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced the arrest of Gabriel Hurtado-Cariaco, a criminal illegal alien and Tren de Aragua gang […]

    MIL-OSI Canada: Update 6: Alberta wildfire update (June 20, 3:30 p.m.)
    Source: Government of Canada regional news Current situation (as of 3:30 p.m., June 20) There are 51 wildfires currently burning across Alberta in the Forest Protection Area, and four mutual aid fires. 19 are classified as out of control, six are being held and 26 are under control. There have been eight new wildfires since […]

    MIL-OSI USA: Attorney General Bonta: Gutting NPR and PBS is a Dangerous Loss for Americans
    Source: US State of California Public media is an essential resource — especially for rural communities in emergency situations   OAKLAND — California Attorney General Rob Bonta today joined 23 attorneys general in submitting an amicus brief supporting NPR (National Public Radio) and PBS (Public Broadcasting Service) in their challenge to the Trump Administration directing the Corporation for Public Broadcasting […]

    MIL-OSI Security: Leader of Multimillion-Dollar International Money Laundering and Drug Trafficking Ring Convicted
    Source: US FBI ATLANTA – Monica Dominguez Torres, 36, of Mexico, pleaded guilty on June 13, 2025, to federal charges of conspiracy to possess with intent to distribute methamphetamine and conspiracy to commit money laundering. Dominguez led a transnational criminal organization that operated methamphetamine conversion laboratories in the Atlanta area and laundered millions of dollars […]

    MIL-OSI USA: Rep. Gabe Vasquez Rallies Outdoor Advocates to Defend Public Lands at OMDP Hike and Press Conference
    Source: US Representative Gabe Vasquez’s (NM-02) LAS CRUCES, N.M. – Today, U.S. Representative Gabe Vasquez (NM-02) joined conservation advocates, local leaders, and community members at the Organ Mountains–Desert Peaks National Monument (OMDP) to rally against renewed efforts to sell off federal public lands. The event featured a press conference and community hike, highlighting the cultural, […]

    MIL-OSI USA: Rep. Gabe Vasquez Wraps Tour Highlighting Medicaid and SNAP Cuts, Rural Health Access, and Constituent Services Wins Across New Mexico
    Source: US Representative Gabe Vasquez’s (NM-02) ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – On June 18, 2025, U.S. Representative Gabe Vasquez (NM-02) completed a multi-day tour across New Mexico’s second district, spotlighting the harmful impacts the Republican reconciliation bill would have on health care, food assistance, rural communities and hardworking New Mexicans who utilize vital federal programs to survive […]

    MIL-OSI USA: Rep. Gabe Vasquez Champions Food Security, LGBTQ+ Rights, and Education Pathways in Las Cruces
    Source: US Representative Gabe Vasquez’s (NM-02) LAS CRUCES, N.M. – On June 16, 2025, U.S. Representative Gabe Vasquez (NM-02) engaged with communities across Las Cruces and the surrounding areas to address urgent issues facing rural New Mexico, including food insecurity amid SNAP cuts, challenges impacting LGBTQ+ residents, and expanding college access for first-generation students. “Families […]

    MIL-OSI Security: Mexican National Sentenced to Six Years for Coordinating Drug Shipments Into U.S.
    Source: US FBI BROWNSVILLE, Texas – A 55-year-old Mexican national illegally residing in Raymondville has been ordered to prison for trafficking methamphetamine and heroin, announced U.S. Attorney Nicholas J. Ganjei. Reynaldo Galvan-Rico pleaded guilty April 4, 2024. U.S. District Judge Rolando Olvera has now ordered him to serve 72 months in federal prison. Galvan-Rico is […]

    MIL-OSI Canada: Tomorrow, on the Plains: the Edwin-Bélanger Bandstand kicks off a summer of free music!
    Source: Government of Canada News (2) Quebec City, Friday, June 20, 2025 – Beginning tomorrow, the stage of the Edwin-Bélanger Bandstand (EBB) will come alive with the launch of its summer program! From now to August 23, 2025, on Thursdays and Saturdays, Quebec City’s residents and visitors are invited to enjoy free musical and cultural […]

    MIL-OSI Security: Venezuelan National and Suspected Tren de Aragua Member Charged with Attempted Murder of Federal Officer
    Source: United States Attorneys General Attorney General Pamela Bondi, Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche and United States Attorney Lesley A. Woods announced today that Gabriel Hurtado-Cariaco, 30, a citizen of Venezuela residing illegally in Bellevue, Nebraska, was charged on June 19, 2025, by criminal complaint with one count of attempted murder of a federal officer. […]

    MIL-OSI USA: Venezuelan National and Suspected Tren de Aragua Member Charged with Attempted Murder of Federal Officer
    Source: US State of California Attorney General Pamela Bondi, Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche and United States Attorney Lesley A. Woods announced today that Gabriel Hurtado-Cariaco, 30, a citizen of Venezuela residing illegally in Bellevue, Nebraska, was charged on June 19, 2025, by criminal complaint with one count of attempted murder of a federal officer. […]

    MIL-OSI USA News: Presidential Permit Authorizing the City of Eagle Pass, Texas, to Expand and Continue to Maintain and Operate a Vehicular and Pedestrian Border Crossing at the Camino Real International Bridge Land Port of Entry
    Source: US Whitehouse class=”has-text-align-left”>By virtue of the authority vested in me as President of the United States of America (the “President”), I hereby grant permission, subject to the conditions set forth herein, to the City of Eagle Pass, Texas (the “permittee”), to expand and continue to maintain and operate a vehicular and pedestrian crossing at […]

    MIL-OSI Banking: Members agree on way forward for SPS transparency working group, launch mentoring system
    Source: WTO Headline: Members agree on way forward for SPS transparency working group, launch mentoring system New working group on transparency In adopting the Report of the Sixth Review of the SPS Agreement at its last meeting in March, members endorsed a recommendation to establish a Transparency Working Group for a two-year period.  The Committee followed […]

    MIL-OSI NGOs: On World Refugee Day, States throughout the Americas must uphold the right to seek asylum  
    Source: Amnesty International – In response to measures being adopted by states across the Americas that violate the human rights of people seeking safety, Ana Piquer, Americas director at Amnesty International, said the following: “On World Refugee Day, we are witnessing a devasting erosion of the rights of people seeking safety and asylum protections across […]

    MIL-OSI Security: Southern District of Texas charges 215 people in third week of June in relation to border enforcement efforts
    Source: United States Bureau of Alcohol Tobacco Firearms and Explosives (ATF) HOUSTON – A total of 204 new cases have been filed in the last week related to immigration, border security and related offenses from June 13-19, announced U.S. Attorney Nicholas J. Ganjei.  Among those are 65 people who face charges of illegally reentering the […]

    MIL-OSI USA: Co-Founder of Los Cuinis Drug Cartel Sentenced to 30 Years in Prison; High-Ranking Cartel de Jalisco Nueva Generación (CJNG) Operative Pleads Guilty
    Source: US State of California Today, a Mexican national and the co-founder of the armed, violent, and prolific Los Cuinis drug cartel was sentenced to 30 years in prison for his role in a major drug trafficking conspiracy.  According to court documents, Jose Gonzalez-Valencia, 49, of Michoacan, Mexico, was one of the top leaders — alongside […]

    MIL-OSI Security: Co-Founder of Los Cuinis Drug Cartel Sentenced to 30 Years in Prison; High-Ranking Cartel de Jalisco Nueva Generación (CJNG) Operative Pleads Guilty
    Source: United States Attorneys General Today, a Mexican national and the co-founder of the armed, violent, and prolific Los Cuinis drug cartel was sentenced to 30 years in prison for his role in a major drug trafficking conspiracy.  According to court documents, Jose Gonzalez-Valencia, 49, of Michoacan, Mexico, was one of the top leaders — alongside […]

    MIL-OSI Security: U.S. Attorney’s Office Filed 116 Border-Related Cases the Week of June 13
    Source: US FBI SAN DIEGO – Federal prosecutors in the Southern District of California filed 116 border-related cases this week, including charges of bringing in aliens for financial gain, reentering the U.S. after deportation, and importation of controlled substances. The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of California is the fourth-busiest federal district, largely […]

    MIL-OSI Security: HUMAN TRAFFICKING CONSPIRACY SPANNING FLORIDA PANHANDLE AND SOUTHERN ALABAMA DISMANTLED
    Source: United States Department of Justice (Human Trafficking) TALLAHASSEE, FLORIDA – Kimberly Robinson Gandy, 47, of Gulfport, Mississippi, was found guilty on Wednesday afternoon, June 18, 2025, by a federal jury, of: Conspiracy to Commit Sex Trafficking by Force, Fraud, or Coercion; Sex Trafficking by Force, Fraud, or Coercion; and Money Laundering. Her codefendant, Chad […]

    MIL-OSI USA: ICE and federal partners arrest 17 illegal aliens during worksite inspection in Bethlehem, Pa.
    Source: US Immigration and Customs Enforcement BETHLEHEM, Pa. – On June 11, 2025, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s Homeland Security Investigations Philadelphia Allentown office and federal law enforcement partners, served a Notice of Inspection at the Five 10 Flats apartment complex, 510 East 3rd Street, Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. During the inspection, 17 illegal aliens who were […]

  • India – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for June 21, 2025

    India: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 21, 2025.

    Amit Shah inaugurates new MACCIA headquarters in Mumbai; highlights Maharashtra’s role in India’s economic growth
    Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (2) nion Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Amit Shah inaugurated the newly constructed headquarters of the Maharashtra Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (MACCIA) in Mumbai today. The event also featured a state-level cooperative industrial conference, with Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, Union Minister of State […]

    Amit Shah inaugurates bew MACCIA headquarters in Mumbai; highlights Maharashtra’s role in India’s economic growth
    Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Amit Shah inaugurated the newly constructed headquarters of the Maharashtra Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (MACCIA) in Mumbai today. The event also featured a state-level cooperative industrial conference, with Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, Union Minister of State […]

    Ministry of Information & Broadcasting launches BadaltaBharatMeraAnubhav campaign to celebrate India’s transformation
    Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) In a spirited effort to celebrate over a decade of transformative governance under Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting, in collaboration with MyGov, has launched a nationwide creative campaign titled Badalta Bharat Mera Anubhav. The initiative invites citizens from all walks of […]

    MIL-OSI Banking: Secretary-General of ASEAN meets with SOM Leader of India
    Source: ASEAN – Association of SouthEast Asian Nations Secretary-General of ASEAN, H.E. Dr. Kao Kim Hourn, today met with Secretary (East) of the Ministry of External Affairs of India, H.E. P. Kumaran, at the ASEAN Headquarters/ASEAN Secretariat. During the meeting, they exchanged ways to further strengthen the ASEAN-India Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. The post Secretary-General of ASEAN […]

    MIL-OSI Economics: The Secretary-General of ASEAN Graces Event Celebrating the 10th Anniversary of the Establishment of the Indian Mission to ASEAN
    Source: ASEAN JAKARTA, 20 June 2025 – The Indian Mission to ASEAN convened a commemorative event marking a decade of its establishment today at the ASEAN Headquarters/ASEAN Secretariat. Secretary-General of ASEAN, Dr. Kao Kim Hourn, graced the event as Chief Guest and delivered congratulatory remarks, underscoring the important role of the Indian Mission to ASEAN […]

    MIL-OSI Economics: ASEAN and India reaffirm commitment to strengthen Comprehensive Strategic Partnership
    Source: ASEAN – Association of SouthEast Asian Nations JAKARTA, 20 June 2025 – The Committee of Permanent Representatives to ASEAN held an informal meeting with Secretary (East) of the Ministry of External Affairs of India, P. Kumaran, today at the ASEAN Headquarters/ASEAN Secretariat. The Meeting exchanged views on the progress of ASEAN-India Comprehensive Strategic Partnership (CSP). […]

    India’s Eight Core Industries Index registers marginal 0.7% growth in May 2025
    Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) The Index of Eight Core Industries (ICI), a crucial gauge of the performance of key infrastructure sectors in the Indian economy, rose marginally by 0.7% year-on-year in May 2025, according to provisional data released by the Ministry of Commerce & Industry. This modest uptick highlights continuing […]

    MIL-OSI Russia: At least nine killed in car-truck collision in eastern India
    Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News NEW DELHI, June 20 (Xinhua) — At least nine people were killed on Friday when a car collided head-on with a truck in India’s eastern West Bengal […]

    MIL-OSI Banking: All-India House Price Index (HPI) for Q4:2024-25
    Source: Reserve Bank of India Today, the Reserve Bank released its quarterly house price index (HPI)1 (base: 2010-11=100) for Q4:2024-25, based on transaction-level data received from the registration authorities in ten major cities2. Time series data on all-India and city-wise HPIs are available at the Bank’s database on Indian economy (DBIE) portal (https://data.rbi.org.in/DBIE/#/dbie/home> Statistics > […]

    MIL-OSI NGOs: 8 out of 10 Indian support taxing oil and gas corporations to pay for climate damages, global survey finds 
    Source: Greenpeace Statement – New Delhi, 19 June 2025 – A global survey shows a strong support for holding fossil fuel companies accountable for environmental damage. 80% Indian respondents believe the fossil fuel corporations should be taxed for environmental damage they cause.  The data from the survey reflects a growing public consensus that the industries […]

    Indian missions in Riyadh and Doha to mark International Day of yoga with community events
    Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) The Indian Embassy in Saudi Arabia will celebrate the 11th International Day of Yoga tomorrow in partnership with the Saudi Yoga Committee and the Indian diaspora. The event, to be held at Prince Faisal bin Fahd Sports City Stadium in Riyadh, will see participation from students […]

    Air India crash: 220 DNA matches confirmed as Centre reviews aviation safety protocols
    Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) DNA identification of 220 victims who perished in the Air India plane crash on June 12 in Ahmedabad has been completed, the Gujarat Health Department said on Friday. The Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, en route to London with 242 people on board, crashed just seconds after takeoff, […]

    World sees India as next economic powerhouse, says PM, credits Bihar’s potential
    Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for development projects worth more than ₹5,200 crore in Siwan, Bihar, asserting that the initiatives would help shape a brighter and more prosperous future for the State.   Addressing a large public gathering, the […]

    MIL-OSI Africa: 2025 National Basketball Association (NBA) Finals Presented by YouTube TV: Indiana Pacers defeat Oklahoma City Thunder, 108-91 (Recap)
    Source: Africa Press Organisation – English (2) – Report: The Indiana Pacers defeated the Oklahoma City Thunder, 108-91, in Game 6 of the 2025 NBA Finals (www.NBA.com). Pascal Siakam (Cameroon) led the Pacers with 16 points and 13 rebounds while Obi Toppin finished with 20 points (4 3PM), 6 rebounds, and 2 steals in the […]

    ECB unveils Anderson–Tendulkar Trophy ahead of India’s series in England
    Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) on Thursday unveiled the new Anderson–Tendulkar Trophy ahead of India’s five-match series in England, which begins on June 20. Both legends were present at the unveiling ceremony. The trophy features imagery of James Anderson and Sachin Tendulkar in action, […]

    Resilient and rising: India in global economic big league
    Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) If we compare growth projections with actual data, Indian economy looks all set to achieve milestones well ahead of schedule. The journey to become the world’s fourth-largest economy, to graduate to third-largest and, ultimately, to attain developed-nation status now appears firmly on track for the coming […]

    MIL-OSI Economics: You’re Invited: Join the First-Ever Virtual Samsung Members Connect from Anywhere in India
    Source: Samsung     No matter where you are, step into the world of Galaxy AI, the Galaxy Ecosystem, and more, online this 25th June.   For the very first time, Samsung Members Connect is going virtual and every Galaxy user across India is invited.   At Samsung, we’re always listening. Over the years, many […]

    MIL-OSI Banking: Building Solutions for Bharat: Samsung Solve for Tomorrow Sparks Change Across North India
    Source: Samsung Young changemakers at HDFC School, Gurugram   In classrooms across Punjab and Haryana, something powerful is happening. Students are no longer just preparing for exams—they’re preparing to change the world.   Through the Samsung Solve for Tomorrow programme, workshops and open houses recently swept through towns and cities like Ludhiana, Patiala, Jalandhar, Talwandi, […]

    MIL-OSI Banking: Young Minds, Big Dreams: How Bengaluru’s Students Are Reimagining India’s Future with Samsung Solve for Tomorrow
    Source: Samsung Young Indians are ready to step up and solve real-world problems   Samsung Solve for Tomorrow, a national innovation challenge for 14-22 year olds, is transforming campuses in Bengaluru into launch pads of the future.   Launched on April 29, the latest season of the innovation contest is spreading across India through a […]

    The backbone turns twenty: How NIXI quietly wired India for a digital future
    Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) From grocery shopping through UPI to smart classrooms in remote villages, much of India’s digital progress over the past two decades has depended on something that most citizens never think about: fast, secure internet infrastructure. At the centre of this invisible but essential ecosystem is the […]

  • China – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for June 21, 2025

    China: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 21, 2025.

    MIL-OSI China: Chinese vice premier calls for championing humanity’s common values, promoting multipolar world
    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News Chinese vice premier calls for championing humanity’s common values, promoting multipolar world ST. PETERSBURG, June 20 — Chinese Vice Premier Ding Xuexiang on Friday called for championing humanity’s common values, and promoting an equal and orderly multipolar world as well as universally beneficial and inclusive economic […]

    MIL-OSI China: China to boost quality, efficiency in investment cooperation with Russia: vice premier
    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News China to boost quality, efficiency in investment cooperation with Russia: vice premier Chinese Vice Premier Ding Xuexiang, also a member of the Standing Committee of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, meets with Russian First Deputy Prime Minister Denis Manturov on […]

    MIL-OSI China: Chinese premier holds talks with New Zealand’s PM
    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News Chinese Premier Li Qiang holds talks with New Zealand’s Prime Minister Christopher Luxon, who is on an official visit to China, at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, capital of China, June 20, 2025. [Photo/Xinhua] BEIJING, June 20 — Chinese Premier Li Qiang held […]

    MIL-OSI Russia: China’s UN envoy calls for international efforts to ease tensions between Israel and Iran
    Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News UNITED NATIONS, June 20 (Xinhua) — China’s permanent representative to the United Nations Fu Cong on Friday called for international efforts to promote talks to ease tensions […]

    MIL-OSI Russia: China to improve quality and efficiency of investment cooperation with Russia – Vice Premier of the State Council of China
    Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News St. Petersburg, June 20 (Xinhua) — China hopes to continuously improve the quality and effectiveness of investment cooperation with Russia to give additional impetus to the development […]

    MIL-OSI Russia: Tanzanian President Inaugurates China-Built Bridge Across Lake Victoria
    Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News Mwanza, Tanzania, June 20 (Xinhua) — Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan on Thursday inaugurated the China-built Magufuli Bridge, which spans Lake Victoria and is the longest cable-stayed […]

    MIL-OSI Russia: Azerbaijan approves cooperation plan with China on Belt and Road initiative
    Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News Baku, June 20 /Xinhua/ — Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev has approved a cooperation plan with China to jointly advance the Belt and Road initiative, the presidential press […]

    MIL-OSI Russia: China Launches Zhongxing-9C Satellite
    Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News XICHANG, June 20 (Xinhua) — China successfully launched a new satellite into space from the Xichang Satellite Launch Center in southwest China’s Sichuan Province on Friday. The ChinaSat-9C satellite was launched at 20:37 Beijing […]

    MIL-OSI Russia: China remains committed to expanding market opening: Chinese Foreign Ministry
    Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News BEIJING, June 20 (Xinhua) — China will continue to steadily expand the opening of its market to the world, accumulate new driving forces, provide new opportunities, and […]

    MIL-OSI China: China’s fiscal revenue down 0.3 pct in first 5 months
    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News China’s fiscal revenue edged down 0.3 percent year on year to over 9.66 trillion yuan (about 1.35 trillion U.S. dollars) in the first five months of the year, according to data from the Ministry of Finance that was released on Friday. The central government collected nearly […]

    MIL-OSI China: Tanzanian president inaugurates Chinese-built bridge over Lake Victoria
    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan on Thursday inaugurated the Chinese-built Magufuli Bridge, which spans Lake Victoria and stands as the longest extra-dosed cable-stayed bridge in Africa. Hassan hailed the bridge as a transformative infrastructure project, saying it reduces the travel time across the lake from two […]

    MIL-OSI China: China to remain firmly committed to opening its market wider: FM spokesperson
    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News China will remain firmly committed to opening its market wider to the world, foster new driving forces, create new opportunities, and enable the world to benefit from China’s steady growth and draw impetus for common development, a Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson said on Friday. A recent […]

    MIL-OSI Security: Former JBLM soldier pleads guilty to attempting to share military secrets with China
    Source: United States Attorneys General A former U.S. Army Sergeant whose last duty post was Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM) in western Washington pleaded guilty today in U.S. District Court in Seattle to two federal felonies, announced Acting U.S. Attorney Teal Luthy Miller. Joseph Daniel Schmidt, 31, pleaded guilty to attempt to deliver national defense information and retention of national defense […]

    MIL-OSI USA: Former JBLM soldier pleads guilty to attempting to share military secrets with China
    Source: US State of California A former U.S. Army Sergeant whose last duty post was Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM) in western Washington pleaded guilty today in U.S. District Court in Seattle to two federal felonies, announced Acting U.S. Attorney Teal Luthy Miller. Joseph Daniel Schmidt, 31, pleaded guilty to attempt to deliver national defense information and retention of national defense […]

    MIL-OSI China: China’s central bank says mainland-HK payment connect will begin operations soon
    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News BEIJING, June 20 — The People’s Bank of China (PBOC), the country’s central bank, said on Friday that the cross-border payment connect linking users in the Chinese mainland and Hong Kong will begin operations on June 22. By linking the mainland’s Internet Banking Payment System and […]

    MIL-OSI Russia: China Ready to Develop High-Level Energy Cooperation with Russia — Vice Premier of the State Council of China
    Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News ST. PETERSBURG, June 20 (Xinhua) — China is willing to work with Russia to continue to make full use of mechanisms such as the China-Russia Intergovernmental Commission […]

    MIL-OSI Russia: Singapore Prime Minister to Pay Official Visit to China /detailed version-1/
    Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News BEIJING, June 20 (Xinhua) — At the invitation of Chinese Premier Li Qiang, Singaporean Prime Minister Lawrence Wong will pay an official visit to China from June […]

    MIL-OSI China: Singaporean PM to visit China
    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News Singaporean Prime Minister Lawrence Wong will pay an official visit to China from June 22 to 26 at the invitation of Chinese Premier Li Qiang, a Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson announced on Friday. Prime Minister Lawrence Wong chooses China as his first visit destination outside ASEAN […]

    MIL-OSI China: LEGOLAND Shanghai Resort opens to public for trial operations
    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News LEGOLAND Shanghai Resort began public trial operations on Friday, drawing enthusiastic visitors to explore LEGO-themed attractions ahead of its official opening on July 5. Under the bright summer sun, visitors paused to admire miniatures of landmarks in cities like Beijing and Shanghai crafted with LEGO bricks, […]

    MIL-OSI China: 3rd China-ASEAN Defense Think Tank Exchange kicks off

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    The third China-ASEAN Defense Think Tank Exchange kicked off in Guiyang City, southwest China’s Guizhou Province on June 19, 2025.
    Source: People’s Republic of China – Ministry of National Defense By Wang Hui and Xing Yang The third China-ASEAN Defense Think Tank Exchange kicks off in Guiyang City, southwest China’s Guizhou Province on June 19, 2025. GUIYANG, China, June 20 — The third China-ASEAN Defense Think Tank Exchange kicked off in Guiyang City, southwest China’s […]

  • Economy – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for June 21, 2025

    Economy: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 21, 2025.

    MIL-OSI USA: President Trump signs Kennedy resolution undoing cumbersome Biden-era bank merger rule
    US Senate News: Source: United States Senator John Kennedy (Louisiana) WASHINGTON – President Donald Trump today signed Sen. John Kennedy’s (R-La.) joint resolution of disapproval under Congressional Review Act (CRA) procedures to block an Office of Comptroller (OCC) rule that hurts community banks by adding unnecessary red tape to the bank merger approval process. “When […]

    MIL-OSI China: Chinese vice premier calls for championing humanity’s common values, promoting multipolar world
    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News Chinese vice premier calls for championing humanity’s common values, promoting multipolar world ST. PETERSBURG, June 20 — Chinese Vice Premier Ding Xuexiang on Friday called for championing humanity’s common values, and promoting an equal and orderly multipolar world as well as universally beneficial and inclusive economic […]

    MIL-OSI Economics: Senegal and Kenya Top African Development Bank’s Electricity Regulatory Index, as Regulators Drive Tangible Reforms
    Source: African Development Bank Group Kenya and Senegal have claimed the top spots in the African Development Bank’s 2024 Electricity Regulatory Index (ERI), demonstrating exceptional progress in power sector governance and regulatory outcomes. The comprehensive assessment, officially unveiled today at the Africa Energy Forum in Cape Town, evaluates regulatory frameworks across 43 African countries. Uganda, […]

    MIL-OSI Economics: IDEV Highlights Role of Evaluation in Unlocking Africa’s Financial Capital at AfDB 2025 Annual Meetings
    Source: African Development Bank Group (L-R) Rufus N. Darkortey, Executive Director at the African Development Bank representing The Gambia, Ghana, Liberia, Sierra Leone and Sudan, alongside Neil Cole, Financing Manager for South Africa’s Just Energy Transition Project Management Unit, Office of the President, Guillaume Le Bris, Head of Infrastructure and Energy, ILX Fund Management, Karen […]

    MIL-OSI Economics: The field officer and the farmer: how African Fertilizer Financing Mechanism-backed investments foster enduring partnerships
    Source: African Development Bank Group That smile — the one that starts deep within and lights up when something good is happening — is instantly recognizable. That distinctive smile graced Mama Naumi Kamau’s face as she stood in her maize field in Nakuru, Kenya on a November morning. The ears of maize were plump white […]

    MIL-OSI Economics: Togo: African Development Bank strengthens partnership with civil society
    Source: African Development Bank Group The African Development Bank held its first-ever Civil Society Open Day in Lomé, Togo, on 3 June. The event brought together representatives from the Togolese government, around 30 national and international civil society organisations (CSOs), and Bank staff — all committed to strengthening development partnerships… MIL OSI Economics –

    MIL-OSI Russia: IMF Executive Board Completes the Third Review under the Extended Credit Facility Arrangement for Burkina Faso
    Source: IMF – News in Russian June 20, 2025 The IMF Executive Board completed today the third review under the Extended Credit Facility Arrangement for Burkina Faso. This enables an immediate disbursement of about US$32.8 million. Supportive policies and favorable weather conditions boosted agricultural output in 2024; however, widespread insecurity continues to weigh on economic […]

    MIL-OSI USA: Congressman Bean Hosts Tax Reform Roundtable in Clay County
    Source: United States House of Representatives – Representative Aaron Bean Florida (4th District) WASHINGTON—This week, U.S. Congressman Aaron Bean (FL-04) hosted a roundtable discussion with members of the First Coast Manufacturers Association to discuss the impact of expiring tax cuts, industry challenges, and how the One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB) will provide real tax relief […]

    MIL-OSI Canada: House of Commons passes One Canadian Economy Act
    Source: Government of Canada – Prime Minister Canada’s new government has a mandate to build big, build bold, and build now. Today, the Prime Minister, Mark Carney, welcomed the passing in the House of Commons of Bill C-5, One Canadian Economy Act. The legislation will build one strong Canadian economy by: Removing federal barriers to internal trade […]

    MIL-OSI USA: Q&A: Senate Legislates One Big Beautiful Bill
    US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for Iowa Chuck Grassley Q: How will the Senate version of the One Big Beautiful Bill impact Iowans? A: Based on my county meetings, emails and phone calls, Iowans are paying close attention to the One Big Beautiful Bill moving through Congress. After passing the House of Representatives, […]

    MIL-OSI USA: Delegation Applauds Passage of Alaska Native Legislation
    US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for Alaska Lisa Murkowski 06.20.25 H.R. 42 and H.R. 43 Pass the U.S. Senate; headed to President’s Desk Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senators Lisa Murkowski and Dan Sullivan, along with U.S. Representative Nick Begich (all R-Alaska), applauded Senate passage of two important bills—H.R. 42, the Alaska Native Settlement […]

    MIL-OSI USA: Rep. Gabe Vasquez Rallies Outdoor Advocates to Defend Public Lands at OMDP Hike and Press Conference
    Source: US Representative Gabe Vasquez’s (NM-02) LAS CRUCES, N.M. – Today, U.S. Representative Gabe Vasquez (NM-02) joined conservation advocates, local leaders, and community members at the Organ Mountains–Desert Peaks National Monument (OMDP) to rally against renewed efforts to sell off federal public lands. The event featured a press conference and community hike, highlighting the cultural, […]

    MIL-OSI Security: Texas Man Charged with Conspiracy to Defraud the United States and Related Offenses in Connection with Alleged Operation of Trucking Companies
    Source: United States Attorneys General WASHINGTON – An indictment was unsealed on Wednesday in Houston charging a Texas man with offenses related to the alleged operation of illegal and unsafe trucking companies. According to court documents, Shaquan Jelks, 48, of Houston, managed and controlled multiple commercial trucking companies after being ordered not to do so by a federal court and by […]

    MIL-OSI USA: Texas Man Charged with Conspiracy to Defraud the United States and Related Offenses in Connection with Alleged Operation of Trucking Companies
    Source: US State of California WASHINGTON – An indictment was unsealed on Wednesday in Houston charging a Texas man with offenses related to the alleged operation of illegal and unsafe trucking companies. According to court documents, Shaquan Jelks, 48, of Houston, managed and controlled multiple commercial trucking companies after being ordered not to do so by a federal court and by […]

    MIL-OSI USA: Wicker, Cantwell Introduce the Reauthorization of Integrated Coastal and Ocean Observation System Act
    US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for Mississippi Roger Wicker WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Roger Wicker, R-Miss., and Maria Cantwell, D-Wash., introduced the Reauthorization of Integrated Coastal and Ocean Observation System Act. The bill would reauthorize the Integrated Ocean Observing System (IOOS) for the next five years, maintaining its current funding level at $56 […]

    MIL-OSI USA: Commissioner Kristin N. Johnson’s Keynote Remarks at the CCP AGM 2025
    Source: US Commodity Futures Trading Commission It is a pleasure to join CCP Global for your Annual General Meeting. Joining you today marks the third time that I have had the opportunity to address this important group at the center of the global derivatives markets. Addressing this body in Madrid, Spain in June of 2022 […]

    MIL-OSI Russia: Chinese Premier Holds Talks with New Zealand Prime Minister
    Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News BEIJING, June 20 (Xinhua) — Chinese Premier Li Qiang held talks with New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Lacson in Beijing on Friday. Li Qiang said that in […]

    MIL-OSI NGOs: Wrecking the future: The Trump war on the ocean, climate, and communities
    Source: Greenpeace Statement – During his first 100 days President Trump has been actively working to dismantle and weaken environmental protections and attack those who fight to protect nature and our shared climate, putting the corporate profits of his billionaire friends ahead of people and the planet. © Saf Suleyman / Greenpeace President Trump’s second […]

    MIL-OSI USA: Secretary Chavez-DeRemer marks 100 days championing American workers
    Source: US Department of Labor WASHINGTON – U.S. Secretary of Labor Lori Chavez-DeRemer today celebrated 100 days since she was sworn in as the 30th Labor Secretary, marking a key milestone in her efforts to advance President Trump’s America First agenda by quickly delivering on her mission to empower U.S. workers and employers. Since taking […]

    MIL-OSI Russia: Alexander Novak: It is necessary to ensure structural transformation and increased efficiency of the economy
    Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: Government of the Russian Federation – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article. The discussion was also attended by the CEO of the Russian Direct Investment Fund, Special Representative of the President for Investment and Economic Cooperation with Foreign Countries Kirill Dmitriev, Chairman of the State Corporation […]

  • Business – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for June 21, 2025

    Business: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 21, 2025.

    MIL-OSI USA: President Trump signs Kennedy resolution undoing cumbersome Biden-era bank merger rule
    US Senate News: Source: United States Senator John Kennedy (Louisiana) WASHINGTON – President Donald Trump today signed Sen. John Kennedy’s (R-La.) joint resolution of disapproval under Congressional Review Act (CRA) procedures to block an Office of Comptroller (OCC) rule that hurts community banks by adding unnecessary red tape to the bank merger approval process. “When […]

    MIL-OSI China: Chinese vice premier calls for championing humanity’s common values, promoting multipolar world
    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News Chinese vice premier calls for championing humanity’s common values, promoting multipolar world ST. PETERSBURG, June 20 — Chinese Vice Premier Ding Xuexiang on Friday called for championing humanity’s common values, and promoting an equal and orderly multipolar world as well as universally beneficial and inclusive economic […]

    MIL-OSI China: China to boost quality, efficiency in investment cooperation with Russia: vice premier
    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News China to boost quality, efficiency in investment cooperation with Russia: vice premier Chinese Vice Premier Ding Xuexiang, also a member of the Standing Committee of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, meets with Russian First Deputy Prime Minister Denis Manturov on […]

    MIL-OSI Economics: IDEV Highlights Role of Evaluation in Unlocking Africa’s Financial Capital at AfDB 2025 Annual Meetings
    Source: African Development Bank Group (L-R) Rufus N. Darkortey, Executive Director at the African Development Bank representing The Gambia, Ghana, Liberia, Sierra Leone and Sudan, alongside Neil Cole, Financing Manager for South Africa’s Just Energy Transition Project Management Unit, Office of the President, Guillaume Le Bris, Head of Infrastructure and Energy, ILX Fund Management, Karen […]

    MIL-OSI Economics: The field officer and the farmer: how African Fertilizer Financing Mechanism-backed investments foster enduring partnerships
    Source: African Development Bank Group That smile — the one that starts deep within and lights up when something good is happening — is instantly recognizable. That distinctive smile graced Mama Naumi Kamau’s face as she stood in her maize field in Nakuru, Kenya on a November morning. The ears of maize were plump white […]

    MIL-OSI: Global AI Spotlight: DataGlobal Hub Assembles Hundreds of Industry Leaders for GDAI 2025, The Largest Global Virtual AI & Data Conference
    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) PHOENIX, June 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — DataGlobal Hub, a fast-growing global media platform at the forefront of Data and Artificial Intelligence (AI) news and insights, is proud to officially unveil the top speakers for Global Data & AI Virtual Tech Conference (GDAI 2025), a highly anticipated global summit convening the brightest […]

    MIL-OSI USA: Trump’s Policies Will Increase Electricity Costs & Kill Jobs, Burning Consumers and Businesses Alike
    US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for Rhode Island Jack Reed WASHINGTON, DC – On the campaign trail, Donald Trump pledged to cut energy costs in half.  As president, his policies are causing home energy prices to increase, with consumer electricity prices set to climb by hundreds of dollars under Trump and Republicans’ supposedly […]

    MIL-OSI Russia: IMF Executive Board Completes the Third Review under the Extended Credit Facility Arrangement for Burkina Faso
    Source: IMF – News in Russian June 20, 2025 The IMF Executive Board completed today the third review under the Extended Credit Facility Arrangement for Burkina Faso. This enables an immediate disbursement of about US$32.8 million. Supportive policies and favorable weather conditions boosted agricultural output in 2024; however, widespread insecurity continues to weigh on economic […]

    MIL-OSI: XY Miners: Real-time Bitcoin (BTC) Dogecoin (DOGE) mining, no hardware required
    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) New York City, NY, June 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — In 2025, the cryptocurrency market continues to heat up, and “Bitcoin mining” has once again become a hot keyword for investors and blockchain enthusiasts. Bitcoin (BTC) is not only the most influential digital asset, but also a “digital gold” that can bring […]

    MIL-OSI: Logan Ridge Finance Corporation Announces Shareholder Approval of Merger with Portman Ridge Finance Corporation
    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) NEW YORK, June 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Logan Ridge Finance Corporation (NASDAQ: LRFC) (“Logan Ridge” or “LRFC”) announced today that it obtained shareholder approval for the merger of LRFC with and into Portman Ridge Finance Corporation (NASDAQ: PTMN) (“Portman Ridge” or “PTMN”) following the special meeting of shareholders held on June […]

    MIL-OSI: Portman Ridge Announces Adjournment of Special Meeting of Stockholders to Allow Additional Time for Stockholders to Vote “FOR” the Share Issuance Proposal
    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) Stockholders of PTMN Who Have Voted Thus Far Have Expressed Strong Support for the Proposed Merger, with Favorability in Excess of 85% Logan Ridge Stockholders Approved Merger at its Special Meeting of Stockholders Held on June 20, 2025 NEW YORK, June 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Portman Ridge Finance Corporation (NASDAQ: PTMN) […]

    MIL-OSI Security: British National Pleads Guilty to Fraud, Money Laundering, and Immigration Charges
    Source: US FBI PROVIDENCE –  A British national from Northern Ireland illegally in the United States today admitted to a federal judge that he participated in a multi-state construction and money laundering fraud scheme that netted more than a million dollars, and that he provided false information to gain entry into the United States, announced […]

    MIL-OSI Security: USAID Official and Three Corporate Executives Plead Guilty to Decade-Long Bribery Scheme Involving More Than $550 Million in Contracts; Two Companies Admit Criminal Liability for Bribery Scheme and Securities Fraud
    Source: US FBI Greenbelt, Maryland – Four men, including a government contracting officer for the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), and three owners and presidents of companies, have pleaded guilty for their roles in a decade-long bribery scheme involving at least 14 prime contracts worth more than $550 million in U.S. taxpayer dollars. Roderick […]

    MIL-OSI USA: Q&A: Senate Legislates One Big Beautiful Bill
    US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for Iowa Chuck Grassley Q: How will the Senate version of the One Big Beautiful Bill impact Iowans? A: Based on my county meetings, emails and phone calls, Iowans are paying close attention to the One Big Beautiful Bill moving through Congress. After passing the House of Representatives, […]

    MIL-OSI: Axiom Intelligence Acquisition Corp 1 Announces Completion of $200 Million Initial Public Offering
    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) New York, New York, June 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Axiom Intelligence Acquisition Corp 1 (NASDAQ:AXINU) (the “Company”) today announced the closing of its initial public offering of 20,000,000 units, which includes 2,500,000 units sold pursuant to the partial exercise of the underwriters’ over-allotment option. The offering was priced at $10.00 per […]

    MIL-OSI Security: Duluth Man Indicted for Threatening Two U.S. Senators and Their Families
    Source: US FBI ATLANTA – Robert Davis Forney, 25, of Duluth, Georgia, was arraigned today before a United States Magistrate Judge on federal charges of communicating threats in interstate commerce.  Forney was indicted by a federal grand jury seated in the Northern District of Georgia on June 10, 2025.  “Threatening our elected officials and their […]

    MIL-OSI USA: Rep. Gabe Vasquez Rallies Outdoor Advocates to Defend Public Lands at OMDP Hike and Press Conference
    Source: US Representative Gabe Vasquez’s (NM-02) LAS CRUCES, N.M. – Today, U.S. Representative Gabe Vasquez (NM-02) joined conservation advocates, local leaders, and community members at the Organ Mountains–Desert Peaks National Monument (OMDP) to rally against renewed efforts to sell off federal public lands. The event featured a press conference and community hike, highlighting the cultural, […]

    MIL-OSI Security: Texas Man Charged with Conspiracy to Defraud the United States and Related Offenses in Connection with Alleged Operation of Trucking Companies
    Source: United States Attorneys General WASHINGTON – An indictment was unsealed on Wednesday in Houston charging a Texas man with offenses related to the alleged operation of illegal and unsafe trucking companies. According to court documents, Shaquan Jelks, 48, of Houston, managed and controlled multiple commercial trucking companies after being ordered not to do so by a federal court and by […]

    MIL-OSI Security: Eastside Rollin 20s Crips members and associates indicted, including murder, robbery, fentanyl distribution and firearms offenses
    Source: United States Bureau of Alcohol Tobacco Firearms and Explosives (ATF) ALEXANDRIA, Va. – A twelve-count indictment was unsealed today in the Eastern District of Virginia charging nine members of the Eastside Rollin’ 20s Crips (RTC) violent street gang with crimes including a drug conspiracy, murder in aid of racketeering, firearms offenses, and a racketeering […]

    MIL-OSI USA: Texas Man Charged with Conspiracy to Defraud the United States and Related Offenses in Connection with Alleged Operation of Trucking Companies
    Source: US State of California WASHINGTON – An indictment was unsealed on Wednesday in Houston charging a Texas man with offenses related to the alleged operation of illegal and unsafe trucking companies. According to court documents, Shaquan Jelks, 48, of Houston, managed and controlled multiple commercial trucking companies after being ordered not to do so by a federal court and by […]

  • Defence News – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for June 21, 2025

    Defence News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 21, 2025.

    MIL-OSI USA: Congressman Allen Hosts Signing Day Ceremony for Georgia-12 Service Academy Appointees
    Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Rick Allen (R-GA-12) Today, Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12) hosted a special signing day ceremony for students in Georgia’s 12th District who have been accepted into one of the nation’s military service academies. These academies include: The United States Military Academy (USMA) in West Point, New York; the United States […]

    MIL-OSI USA: H.R. 3132, Certified Help Options in Claims Expertise for Veterans Act of 2025
    Source: US Congressional Budget Office Bill Summary H.R. 3132 would require the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to inform veterans and their survivors about organizations and people, such as attorneys and agents, that are accredited by the department to help them claim VA benefits. The bill also would establish a new accreditation process for people […]

    MIL-OSI USA: Rep. Mike Levin Introduces Bipartisan Legislation to Support Access to Affordable Military Housing
    Source: United States House of Representatives – Representative Mike Levin (CA-49) June 20, 2025 Washington, D.C.—Today, Reps. Mike Levin (CA-49) and Jen Kiggans (VA-02) introduced the bipartisan Service Member Housing Relief Act, which would give the Secretary of Defense greater flexibility to respond to cost-of-living spikes in Military Housing Areas (MHAs) nationwide. This would help […]

    MIL-OSI NGOs: IAEA Director General Grossi’s Statement to UNSC on Situation in Iran
    Source: International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) – (As prepared for delivery) Attacks on nuclear sites in the Islamic Republic of Iran have caused a sharp degradation in nuclear safety and security in Iran. Though they have not so far led to a radiological release affecting the public, there is a danger this could occur. The […]

    MIL-OSI USA: Crapo Welcomes Summer 2025 Interns
    US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for Idaho Mike Crapo Washington, D.C.–Eight interns joined U.S. Senator Mike Crapo’s (R-Idaho) offices in Washington, D.C., and Boise for the Summer 2025 term. “These young individuals joining my office for the summer will directly experience the inner workings of the U.S. Senate during President Trump’s historic second […]

    MIL-OSI USA: Cramer, Colleagues Lead Effort to Strengthen Review of Foreign Land Purchases Near Military Sites
    US Senate News: Source: United States Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) BISMARCK, N.D. – In 2021, the Chinese Fufeng Group purchased 370 acres of land for a wet-corn milling plant 12 miles from Grand Forks Air Force Base (GFAFB), alarming the community. U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) was a vocal opponent of the purchase due to […]

    MIL-OSI Security: IAEA Director General Grossi’s Statement to UNSC on Situation in Iran
    Source: International Atomic Energy Agency – IAEA (As prepared for delivery) Attacks on nuclear sites in the Islamic Republic of Iran have caused a sharp degradation in nuclear safety and security in Iran. Though they have not so far led to a radiological release affecting the public, there is a danger this could occur. The […]

    MIL-OSI USA: Digging Out of Our Fiscal Hole
    US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for Wisconsin Ron Johnson Neither Congress, the Administration, nor the public at large has fully acknowledged the depth of the fiscal hole we have dug, or what it will take to dig ourselves out of it. This is why I am releasing my report “FY 2025 Budget Reconciliation: Facts, Figures, and […]

    MIL-OSI Africa: United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS)-supported General Court Martial launches in Wau
    A military court has officially begun in Wau, the capital of South Sudan’s Western Bahr El Ghazal, to hear cases related to allegations of serious misconduct by uniformed personnel from the South Sudan’s Peoples Defense Forces (SSPDF). As judges and legal officers stood to take their oaths, marking the official opening of the proceedings, silence washed […]

    MIL-OSI USA: Warren Demands Answers on Trump’s Potential Contract with Shadowy Humanitarian Group, Urges More Aid to Gaza Through Responsible Partners
    US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for Massachusetts – Elizabeth Warren June 20, 2025 Letter follows reports that Secretary of State Marco Rubio is considering giving GHF $500 million despite concerns about its funding sources, neutrality, basic competence in providing aid, and more “It is critical that the United States stop the humanitarian disaster […]

    MIL-OSI NGOs: Wrecking the future: The Trump war on the ocean, climate, and communities
    Source: Greenpeace Statement – During his first 100 days President Trump has been actively working to dismantle and weaken environmental protections and attack those who fight to protect nature and our shared climate, putting the corporate profits of his billionaire friends ahead of people and the planet. © Saf Suleyman / Greenpeace President Trump’s second […]

    MIL-OSI NGOs: Iran: Growing fears over torture and executions of individuals accused of ‘espionage’ for Israel
    Source: Amnesty International – The Iranian authorities must halt all plans to carry out arbitrary executions and protect all those arrested over accusations of espionage for Israel from enforced disappearance, torture and other ill-treatment, Amnesty International said today. Since Israel’s attacks on Iran began on 13 June, Iranian authorities have arrested scores of people over […]

    MIL-OSI Europe: EIB backs new military base in Lithuania with €540 million loan
    Source: European Investment Bank EIB approves €540 million loan for Lithuanian military base in Rūdninkai to strengthen NATO defence capabilities. Base near border with Belarus to host German military brigade, feature training, medical and housing facilities. EIB financing reflects commitment to European security and defence. The European Investment Bank (EIB) plans to lend €540 million […]

    MIL-OSI USA: Senators Warner, Coons, Schumer, Murray, Reed Statement on President Trump’s Actions in the Middle East
    US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for Commonwealth of Virginia Mark R Warner WASHINGTON – Senate Intelligence Committee Vice Chairman Mark Warner (D-VA), Ranking Senate Defense Appropriator Chris Coons (D-DE), Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY), Senate Appropriations Ranking Member Patty Murray (D-WA), and Senate Armed Services Ranking Member Jack Reed (D-RI) today released the following […]

    MIL-OSI Europe: Text adopted – 2023 and 2024 reports on Moldova – P10_TA(2025)0131 – Wednesday, 18 June 2025 – Strasbourg
    Source: European Parliament The European Parliament, –  having regard to the Commission communication of 30 October 2024 entitled ‘2024 Communication on EU enlargement policy’ (COM(2024)0690), accompanied by the Commission staff working document entitled ‘Republic of Moldova 2024 Report’ (SWD(2024)0698), –  having regard to the Commission opinion of 17 June 2022 on the application by the Republic of Moldova (hereinafter ‘Moldova’) for […]

    MIL-OSI Europe: Text adopted – 2023 and 2024 reports on Montenegro – P10_TA(2025)0130 – Wednesday, 18 June 2025 – Strasbourg
    Source: European Parliament The European Parliament, –  having regard to the Stabilisation and Association Agreement between the European Communities and their Member States, of the one part, and the Republic of Montenegro, of the other part(1), which entered into force on 1 May 2010, –  having regard to Montenegro’s application for membership of the European Union of 15 December 2008, –  having […]

    MIL-OSI USA: Strong touts North Alabama’s nationally-ranked U.S. service academy appointments
    Source: United States House of Representatives – Representative Dale Strong (Alabama) WASHINGTON — Today, Representative Dale Strong (AL-05) announced the appointments of 22 students from Alabama’s Fifth Congressional District to attend U.S. service academies.  The Fifth District tied fourth nationally for the total number of accepted West Point candidates from a single congressional district and […]

    MIL-OSI USA: Reed, Schumer, Murray, Warner, Coons Joint Statement on President Trump’s Actions in the Middle East
    US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for Rhode Island Jack Reed WASHINGTON, DC – Today, U.S. Senator Jack Reed (D-RI), Ranking Member of the Senate Armed Services Committee joined with Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY), Senate Appropriations Committee Vice Chair Patty Murray (D-WA), Senate Intelligence Committee Vice Chairman Mark Warner (D-VA), and Senate […]

    MIL-OSI USA: USGS Releases Report on Oil and Gas Potential Beneath U.S. Public Lands
    Source: US Geological Survey If produced, that would be enough oil to supply all of the nation’s needs for 4 years at the current rate of consumption, and enough natural gas to meet the nation’s needs for nearly 12 years.   The onshore public lands of the U.S. included in the report are those administered […]

    MIL-OSI USA: ICYMI: Warren Gains Commitment from Hegseth to Follow Supreme Court Orders on Deploying Troops to American Cities
    US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for Massachusetts – Elizabeth Warren June 20, 2025 Trump has already ordered 4,000 National Guard troops and 700 Marines to L.A. Hegseth: “We’ve got contingencies and plans for any number of capabilities should governors be unable…to actually secure (their) own federal agents in their cities.” Video of Exchange […]

  • Energy News – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for June 21, 2025

    Energy News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 21, 2025.

    MIL-OSI China: Chinese vice premier calls for championing humanity’s common values, promoting multipolar world
    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News Chinese vice premier calls for championing humanity’s common values, promoting multipolar world ST. PETERSBURG, June 20 — Chinese Vice Premier Ding Xuexiang on Friday called for championing humanity’s common values, and promoting an equal and orderly multipolar world as well as universally beneficial and inclusive economic […]

    MIL-OSI Submissions: Energy Sector – Johan Castberg producing at full capacity – Equinor
    Source: Equinor 20 JUNE 2025 – The first cargo from Johan Castberg was loaded by the tanker Bodil Knutsen on 25 May, shipping around 700,000 barrels to Spain Only three months after coming on stream Johan Castberg is producing at peak capacity of 220,000 barrels of oil per day. This increases energy deliveries from the […]

    MIL-OSI Economics: Senegal and Kenya Top African Development Bank’s Electricity Regulatory Index, as Regulators Drive Tangible Reforms
    Source: African Development Bank Group Kenya and Senegal have claimed the top spots in the African Development Bank’s 2024 Electricity Regulatory Index (ERI), demonstrating exceptional progress in power sector governance and regulatory outcomes. The comprehensive assessment, officially unveiled today at the Africa Energy Forum in Cape Town, evaluates regulatory frameworks across 43 African countries. Uganda, […]

    MIL-OSI Economics: IDEV Highlights Role of Evaluation in Unlocking Africa’s Financial Capital at AfDB 2025 Annual Meetings
    Source: African Development Bank Group (L-R) Rufus N. Darkortey, Executive Director at the African Development Bank representing The Gambia, Ghana, Liberia, Sierra Leone and Sudan, alongside Neil Cole, Financing Manager for South Africa’s Just Energy Transition Project Management Unit, Office of the President, Guillaume Le Bris, Head of Infrastructure and Energy, ILX Fund Management, Karen […]

    MIL-OSI USA: Trump’s Policies Will Increase Electricity Costs & Kill Jobs, Burning Consumers and Businesses Alike
    US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for Rhode Island Jack Reed WASHINGTON, DC – On the campaign trail, Donald Trump pledged to cut energy costs in half.  As president, his policies are causing home energy prices to increase, with consumer electricity prices set to climb by hundreds of dollars under Trump and Republicans’ supposedly […]

    MIL-OSI: Univest Securities, LLC Announces Closing of $2.37 Million Registered Direct Offering for its Client Houston American Energy Corp. (NYSE American: HUSA)
    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) New York, June 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Univest Securities, LLC (“Univest”), a member of FINRA and SIPC, and a full-service investment bank and securities broker-dealer firm based in New York, today announced the closing of registered direct offering (the “Offering”), for its client Houston American Energy Corp. (NYSE American: HUSA) (the […]

    MIL-OSI Banking: First “Manitoba Wind Energy Indigenous Equity Summit” a success
    Source: – Press Release/Statement: Headline: First “Manitoba Wind Energy Indigenous Equity Summit” a success A unique conference, presented by Canadian Renewable Energy Association (CanREA) in collaboration with Indigenous Clean Energy (ICE), recognizes the critical role of Indigenous engagement in Manitoba’s energy transition. Winnipeg, Manitoba, June 20, 2025—More than 120 people attended the Manitoba Wind Energy […]

    MIL-OSI Europe: Text adopted – Macro-financial assistance to Egypt – P10_TA(2025)0125 – Wednesday, 18 June 2025 – Strasbourg
    Source: European Parliament THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND THE COUNCIL OF THE EUROPEAN UNION, Having regard to the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union, and in particular Article 212(2) thereof, Having regard to the proposal from the European Commission, After transmission of the draft legislative act to the national parliaments, Acting in accordance with the […]

    MIL-OSI Europe: Text adopted – EU/Euratom Agreement on the interpretation and application of the Energy Charter Treaty: adoption by Euratom – P10_TA(2025)0127 – Wednesday, 18 June 2025 – Strasbourg
    Source: European Parliament (Consultation) The European Parliament, –  having regard to the Commission proposal to the Council (COM(2024)0256), –  having regard to Article 203 of the Treaty establishing the European Atomic Energy Community, pursuant to which the Council consulted Parliament (C10‑0092/2024), –  having regard to Rule 84 of its Rules of Procedure, –  having regard to the opinion of the […]

    MIL-OSI Europe: Text adopted – 2023 and 2024 reports on Moldova – P10_TA(2025)0131 – Wednesday, 18 June 2025 – Strasbourg
    Source: European Parliament The European Parliament, –  having regard to the Commission communication of 30 October 2024 entitled ‘2024 Communication on EU enlargement policy’ (COM(2024)0690), accompanied by the Commission staff working document entitled ‘Republic of Moldova 2024 Report’ (SWD(2024)0698), –  having regard to the Commission opinion of 17 June 2022 on the application by the Republic of Moldova (hereinafter ‘Moldova’) for […]

    MIL-OSI USA: Cantwell Questions Energy Secretary Why DOE is Spiking Clean Energy Projects, Increasing Electricity Costs
    US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for Washington Maria Cantwell 06.20.25 Cantwell Questions Energy Secretary Why DOE is Spiking Clean Energy Projects, Increasing Electricity Costs Cantwell presses Secretary Wright on whether DOE will renege on $1B promised for PNW green hydrogen hub On hydropower, Secretary acknowledges to Cantwell that “hydro has been a great […]

    MIL-OSI Africa: Petralon Energy Set to Shape Conversations on Nigeria’s Oil Future at African Energy Week (AEW) 2025
    African Energy Week (AEW) 2025: Invest in African Energies is honored to welcome Ahonsi Unuigbe, Founder and CEO of Petralon Energy, as a distinguished speaker at this year’s edition in Cape Town. A driving force behind one of Nigeria’s leading indigenous upstream oil and gas companies, Unuigbe will offer valuable perspectives on the role of […]

    MIL-OSI USA: Congressman Nick Langworthy Holds Press Conference on Energy Choice Act, Vows to End Blue-State Wars on American Energy
    Source: US Congressman Nick Langworthy (NY-23) ELMIRA, N.Y. – Today, Congressman Nick Langworthy (NY-23) held a press conference in Elmira, NY, on the Energy Choice Act to prohibit states or local governments from banning an energy service’s connection, reconnection, modification, installation, or expansion based on the type or source of energy to be delivered. “Governor Kathy Hochul and […]

    MIL-OSI Economics: Energy Panel at the XXVIII St. Petersburg International Economic Forum
    Source: Rosneft Headline: Energy Panel at the XXVIII St. Petersburg International Economic Forum Start: June 21, 10 a.m. The broadcast of the Energy Panel will be organized on internal television (channel F3) and the Roscongress news channel. Energy consumption and progress have always been interconnected. The higher mankind climbed up the ladder of development, the […]

    MIL-OSI Russia: Energy panel within the framework of the XXVIII St. Petersburg International Economic Forum
    Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: Rosneft – Rosneft – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article. Start: June 21 at 10:00 The Energy Panel will be broadcast on the SPIEF internal television and the Roscongress information channel. Energy consumption and progress have always been interconnected. The higher humanity rose in the developmental […]

    MIL-OSI Africa: Gabon Oil Company Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Joins African Energy Week (AEW) 2025 Following Major Asset Acquisition from Tullow Oil
    Source: Africa Press Organisation – English (2) – Report: Marcellin Simba Ngabi, CEO of Gabonese parastatal Gabon Oil Company (GOC), is set to speak at Africa’s premier energy event, African Energy Week (AEW): Invest in African Energies 2025, which takes place in Cape Town from September 29 to October 3. Ngabi’s presence at AEW: Invest […]

    MIL-OSI USA: U.S. primary energy production, consumption, and exports increased in 2024
    Source: US Energy Information Administration In-brief analysis June 20, 2025 The United States continued to produce more energy than it consumed in 2024. This surplus energy production helped energy exports grow to a record high 30.9 quadrillion British thermal units (quads) in 2024, up 4% from 2023. Energy imports stayed flat at 21.7 quads in […]

    MIL-OSI Russia: China Ready to Develop High-Level Energy Cooperation with Russia — Vice Premier of the State Council of China
    Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News ST. PETERSBURG, June 20 (Xinhua) — China is willing to work with Russia to continue to make full use of mechanisms such as the China-Russia Intergovernmental Commission […]

    MIL-OSI: SHARC Energy Announces Convertible Debenture Financing
    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) THIS NEWS RELEASE IS NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION TO U.S. NEWSWIRE SERVICES FOR DISSEMINATION IN THE UNITED STATES VANCOUVER, British Columbia, June 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — SHARC International Systems Inc. (CSE: SHRC) (FSE: IWIA) (OTCQB: INTWF) (“SHARC Energy” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce its intention to complete a non-brokered private […]

    MIL-OSI Europe: EIB Group increases 2025 financing ceiling to record €100 billion to step up investments in security and defence, energy grids and Europe’s tech leadership
    Source: European Investment Bank The 27 Member States endorse plan to increase new financing to record of up to €100 billion in 2025. Revised ceiling includes 3.5% of total financing for European security and defence. EIB Board also approves landmark project for construction of military base in Lithuania. EIB Group shareholders launch largest EU programme […]

  • Security Intelligence – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for June 21, 2025

    Security Intelligence: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 21, 2025.

    MIL-OSI New Zealand: Man arrested, appeal for information in Levin fire
    Source: New Zealand Police Attributable to Detective Sergeant Shelley Ross: Manawatū Police and Fire and Emergency New Zealand are making enquiries into a suspicious house fire in Levin this morning. The fire on Cambridge Street was reported about 4:15am. Fortunately, the occupants of the house escaped without injury. A 40-year-old Levin man has been taken […]

    MIL-OSI Security: ICE Arrests Criminal Illegal Alien Tren de Aragua Gang Member for Attempting to Murder an ICE Officer
    Source: US Department of Homeland Security This criminal illegal alien faces federal charges including attempted murder of a federal officer and assault of a federal officer with infliction of bodily injury WASHINGTON – Today, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced the arrest of Gabriel Hurtado-Cariaco, a criminal illegal alien and Tren de Aragua gang […]

    MIL-OSI New Zealand: Fatal house fire, Marton
    Source: New Zealand Police One person has been found deceased following a house fire in Marton this morning. Emergency services were called to the Calico Line property, between Bredins Line and Nga Tawa Road, about 6:10am, and found the house fully ablaze. Sadly, one person was found deceased at the property. A scene guard has […]

    MIL-OSI: Global AI Spotlight: DataGlobal Hub Assembles Hundreds of Industry Leaders for GDAI 2025, The Largest Global Virtual AI & Data Conference
    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) PHOENIX, June 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — DataGlobal Hub, a fast-growing global media platform at the forefront of Data and Artificial Intelligence (AI) news and insights, is proud to officially unveil the top speakers for Global Data & AI Virtual Tech Conference (GDAI 2025), a highly anticipated global summit convening the brightest […]

    MIL-OSI Security: Coast Guard Cutter Stratton Arrives in Kagoshima, Leads Joint Operations with Partner Coast Guards
    Source: United States Coast Guard   06/20/2025 07:41 PM EDT U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Stratton (WMSL 752) arrived in Kagoshima, Japan, June 16 to conduct the first-ever trilateral operations between the U.S. Coast Guard, Japan Coast Guard (JCG) and Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) within Japan’s territorial waters. This engagement builds on Operation SAPPHIRE, the U.S.-Japan […]

    MIL-OSI Australia: Dumping disgrace discovered at lsla Gorge
    Source: Tasmania Police Issued: 20 Jun 2025 Open larger image 200 illegally dumped truck tyres in the Isla Gorge National Park Up to 200 illegally dumped truck tyres in the Isla Gorge National Park have prompted disgust and sparked a joint investigation to find the person or business responsible. During a bushfire in October 2024, the tyres were discovered […]

    MIL-OSI Australia: $13-million investment reopens Boodjamulla National Park (Aboriginal Land)
    Source: Tasmania Police Issued: 20 Jun 2025 One of Queensland’s most popular outback national parks will reopen on 4 July 2025, in a major boost for the local tourism industry. Boodjamulla National Park (Aboriginal Land) was closed following the impacts of an unprecedented flood event in March 2023. The Boodjamulla Cooperative Management Council (CMC), comprising the Department of the Environment, […]

    MIL-OSI New Zealand: Update: Police narrow area of interest in Elisabeth Nicholls search
    Source: New Zealand Police Attribute to Detective Sergeant Luke Vaughan. Police have narrowed down an area of interest in the ongoing search for missing Christchurch woman Elisabeth ‘Lis’ Nicholls. Lis was last seen at the Chateau on the Park in Riccarton on the evening of Wednesday 4 June, and Police and her family remain desperate […]

    MIL-OSI Security: Marshall County Man Sentenced to 10 Years for Child Pornography Charge
    Source: US FBI WHEELING, WEST VIRGINIA – Ryan Bobby Schnettler, 34, of Benwood, West Virginia, was sentenced today to 120 months in federal prison for possession of child pornography. According to court documents and statements made in court, Schnettler was on supervised release for a prior child pornography charge. U.S. Probation conducted home inspections and […]

    MIL-OSI Security: Mexican National Pleads Guilty to Illegal Firearm Possession
    Source: US FBI KANSAS CITY, Mo. – A Mexican national has pleaded guilty in federal court today for illegal possession of firearms. Jose Montero-Barradas, 34, pleaded guilty before U.S. District Judge Greg Kays to one count of Alien in Possession of Firearms. According to court documents, Montero-Barradas knew he was present in the United States […]

    MIL-OSI Security: Kansan Sentenced to 30 Years in Prison for Creating Child Pornography
    Source: US FBI KANSAS CITY, KAN. – A Kansas resident was sentenced to 30 years in prison for charges related to child sexual abuse materials (CSAM). According to court documents, Chloe Wade Gullotto, 25, of Leavenworth pled guilty to one count of production of child pornography and one count of receipt of child pornography.  From […]

    MIL-OSI Security: British National Pleads Guilty to Fraud, Money Laundering, and Immigration Charges
    Source: US FBI PROVIDENCE –  A British national from Northern Ireland illegally in the United States today admitted to a federal judge that he participated in a multi-state construction and money laundering fraud scheme that netted more than a million dollars, and that he provided false information to gain entry into the United States, announced […]

    MIL-OSI Security: USAID Official and Three Corporate Executives Plead Guilty to Decade-Long Bribery Scheme Involving More Than $550 Million in Contracts; Two Companies Admit Criminal Liability for Bribery Scheme and Securities Fraud
    Source: US FBI Greenbelt, Maryland – Four men, including a government contracting officer for the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), and three owners and presidents of companies, have pleaded guilty for their roles in a decade-long bribery scheme involving at least 14 prime contracts worth more than $550 million in U.S. taxpayer dollars. Roderick […]

    MIL-OSI New Zealand: Correction – file number, Tūrangi homicide enquiry
    Source: New Zealand Police Media and the public are advised of a correction to the Police file number relating to the Tūrangi homicide enquiry. We continue to appeal to the public for information and any footage which may help us. The correct file number is 250620/6271. If you can help, please go online here to […]

    MIL-OSI USA: SCOTUS Unanimously Upholds Grassley Law to Secure Justice for American Victims of PLO Terrorism
    US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for Iowa Chuck Grassley BUTLER COUNTY, IOWA – Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) welcomed the Supreme Court’s 9-0 ruling today maintaining the constitutionality of the Promoting Security and Justice for Victims of Terrorism Act of 2019, a law Grassley authored alongside U.S. Sen. James Lankford (R-Okla.). […]

    MIL-OSI Security: U.S. Marshals Offering Reward for Fugitive Wanted for Murder
    Source: US Marshals Service Memphis, TN – The U.S. Marshals Service Gulf Coast Regional Fugitive Task Force and the Two Rivers Violent Fugitive Task Force is looking for Detreka Thomas. Thomas has a warrant for his arrest in Greenwood, Mississippi for Murder. On April 9, 2024, the Greenwood Police Department contacted the United States Marshals […]

    MIL-OSI New Zealand: Unattended tin dinghy located, Kawau Bay, Auckland
    Source: New Zealand Police Police are appealing for information after an unattended tin dinghy was found drifting off Kawau Bay this morning. At this stage, we have no reports of any missing people that would appear to relate, however, we are wanting to confirm the dinghy’s owner is safe. Police urge anyone who recognises the […]

    MIL-OSI Security: Former Sunset Chief of Police Sentenced for Federal Civil Rights Violation
    Source: US FBI LAFAYETTE, La. – Acting United States Attorney Alexander C. Van Hook announced that Luis Enrique Padilla a/k/a Louis Padilla, former Chief of Police of the Sunset Police Department has been sentenced by United States District Judge David C. Joseph. Padilla was sentenced to six months home incarceration with GPS monitoring, and five years […]

    MIL-OSI Security: Five Defendants Including Postal Worker, Await Sentencing for Possessing Stolen Mail Keys, Theft of Stolen Mail Matter, Bank Fraud and Aggravated Identity Theft, in Separate Cases
    Source: US FBI UPDATE: Davion Chelsea Easterling is scheduled to appear before U.S. District Court Judge J. Randal Hall for sentencing on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, at 3 p.m. at the U.S. District Court, Augusta Division, located at 600 James Brown Boulevard, Augusta, Georgia 30901. Victims and the public are welcome to attend.   AUGUSTA, GA:  Five […]

    MIL-OSI Security: Leader of Multimillion-Dollar International Money Laundering and Drug Trafficking Ring Convicted
    Source: US FBI ATLANTA – Monica Dominguez Torres, 36, of Mexico, pleaded guilty on June 13, 2025, to federal charges of conspiracy to possess with intent to distribute methamphetamine and conspiracy to commit money laundering. Dominguez led a transnational criminal organization that operated methamphetamine conversion laboratories in the Atlanta area and laundered millions of dollars […]

  • Politics News – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for June 21, 2025

    Politics News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 21, 2025.

    MIL-OSI USA: President Trump signs Kennedy resolution undoing cumbersome Biden-era bank merger rule
    US Senate News: Source: United States Senator John Kennedy (Louisiana) WASHINGTON – President Donald Trump today signed Sen. John Kennedy’s (R-La.) joint resolution of disapproval under Congressional Review Act (CRA) procedures to block an Office of Comptroller (OCC) rule that hurts community banks by adding unnecessary red tape to the bank merger approval process. “When […]

    MIL-Evening Report: Former New Zealand PM Helen Clark blames Cook Islands for crisis
    By Lydia Lewis, RNZ Pacific presenter/producer Former New Zealand Prime Minister Helen Clark believes the Cook Islands, a realm of New Zealand, caused a crisis for itself by not consulting Wellington before signing a deal with China. The New Zealand government has paused more than $18 million in development assistance to the Cook Islands after […]

    MIL-OSI Economics: Senegal and Kenya Top African Development Bank’s Electricity Regulatory Index, as Regulators Drive Tangible Reforms
    Source: African Development Bank Group Kenya and Senegal have claimed the top spots in the African Development Bank’s 2024 Electricity Regulatory Index (ERI), demonstrating exceptional progress in power sector governance and regulatory outcomes. The comprehensive assessment, officially unveiled today at the Africa Energy Forum in Cape Town, evaluates regulatory frameworks across 43 African countries. Uganda, […]

    MIL-OSI Economics: Togo: African Development Bank strengthens partnership with civil society
    Source: African Development Bank Group The African Development Bank held its first-ever Civil Society Open Day in Lomé, Togo, on 3 June. The event brought together representatives from the Togolese government, around 30 national and international civil society organisations (CSOs), and Bank staff — all committed to strengthening development partnerships… MIL OSI Economics –

    MIL-OSI Security: Marshall County Man Sentenced to 10 Years for Child Pornography Charge
    Source: US FBI WHEELING, WEST VIRGINIA – Ryan Bobby Schnettler, 34, of Benwood, West Virginia, was sentenced today to 120 months in federal prison for possession of child pornography. According to court documents and statements made in court, Schnettler was on supervised release for a prior child pornography charge. U.S. Probation conducted home inspections and […]

    MIL-OSI USA: Labrador Letter: Victory in Fight Against Child Gender Transition Procedures
    Source: US State of Idaho Home Newsroom Labrador Letter: Victory in Fight Against Child Gender Transition Procedures Dear Friends,After two years of fighting in federal court, we’ve won. Challengers to Idaho’s Vulnerable Child Protection Act have dismissed their lawsuit entirely and Idaho is now free to fully enforce our law protecting children in Idaho from […]

    MIL-OSI Russia: IMF Executive Board Completes the Third Review under the Extended Credit Facility Arrangement for Burkina Faso
    Source: IMF – News in Russian June 20, 2025 The IMF Executive Board completed today the third review under the Extended Credit Facility Arrangement for Burkina Faso. This enables an immediate disbursement of about US$32.8 million. Supportive policies and favorable weather conditions boosted agricultural output in 2024; however, widespread insecurity continues to weigh on economic […]

    MIL-OSI Submissions: Conflict and Stocks – Israel and Iran Stock Markets Hit Record Highs Amid Conflict – Finbold
    Source: Finbold War is Bad for Stocks? Think Again. June 20, 2025 – Missiles struck the heart of Tel Aviv’s financial district yesterday, yet investors barely flinched. Defying conventional market logic, Israel’s stock indices surged to record highs, even as tensions with Iran escalated dramatically. Notably, shares of the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange itself (TASE.TA) […]

    MIL-OSI Security: USAID Official and Three Corporate Executives Plead Guilty to Decade-Long Bribery Scheme Involving More Than $550 Million in Contracts; Two Companies Admit Criminal Liability for Bribery Scheme and Securities Fraud
    Source: US FBI Greenbelt, Maryland – Four men, including a government contracting officer for the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), and three owners and presidents of companies, have pleaded guilty for their roles in a decade-long bribery scheme involving at least 14 prime contracts worth more than $550 million in U.S. taxpayer dollars. Roderick […]

    MIL-OSI USA: Congressman Bean Hosts Tax Reform Roundtable in Clay County
    Source: United States House of Representatives – Representative Aaron Bean Florida (4th District) WASHINGTON—This week, U.S. Congressman Aaron Bean (FL-04) hosted a roundtable discussion with members of the First Coast Manufacturers Association to discuss the impact of expiring tax cuts, industry challenges, and how the One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB) will provide real tax relief […]

    MIL-OSI USA: Congresswoman Harriet Hageman Celebrates Landmark 15th Town Hall of 2025
    Source: United States House of Representatives – Wyoming Congresswoman Harriet Hageman Washington, D.C. – U.S. Representative Harriet Hageman (WY-AL) today hosted her 15th town hall of the year, marking another milestone in her commitment to hold at least one meeting in each of Wyoming’s 23 counties annually. With two-thirds of counties already reached, Congresswoman Hageman is well on […]

    MIL-OSI Canada: House of Commons passes One Canadian Economy Act
    Source: Government of Canada – Prime Minister Canada’s new government has a mandate to build big, build bold, and build now. Today, the Prime Minister, Mark Carney, welcomed the passing in the House of Commons of Bill C-5, One Canadian Economy Act. The legislation will build one strong Canadian economy by: Removing federal barriers to internal trade […]

    MIL-OSI USA: Q&A: Senate Legislates One Big Beautiful Bill
    US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for Iowa Chuck Grassley Q: How will the Senate version of the One Big Beautiful Bill impact Iowans? A: Based on my county meetings, emails and phone calls, Iowans are paying close attention to the One Big Beautiful Bill moving through Congress. After passing the House of Representatives, […]

    MIL-OSI USA: Delegation Applauds Passage of Alaska Native Legislation
    US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for Alaska Lisa Murkowski 06.20.25 H.R. 42 and H.R. 43 Pass the U.S. Senate; headed to President’s Desk Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senators Lisa Murkowski and Dan Sullivan, along with U.S. Representative Nick Begich (all R-Alaska), applauded Senate passage of two important bills—H.R. 42, the Alaska Native Settlement […]

    MIL-OSI USA: H.R. 3132, Certified Help Options in Claims Expertise for Veterans Act of 2025
    Source: US Congressional Budget Office Bill Summary H.R. 3132 would require the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to inform veterans and their survivors about organizations and people, such as attorneys and agents, that are accredited by the department to help them claim VA benefits. The bill also would establish a new accreditation process for people […]

    MIL-OSI USA: Rep. Mike Levin’s Statement on the Supreme Court’s Spent Nuclear Fuel Ruling
    Source: United States House of Representatives – Representative Mike Levin (CA-49) June 18, 2025 Washington, D.C.–Today, Rep. Mike Levin (CA-49) released the following statement in response to the Supreme Court’s ruling in NRC v. Texas, which concerned the temporary storage of spent nuclear fuel: “Today’s Supreme Court ruling on the issue of spent nuclear fuel […]

    MIL-OSI USA: Congresswoman Harshbarger Applauds U.S. Supreme Court Ruling That Protects Children from Sex Change Interventions
    Source: United States House of Representatives – Representative Diana Harshbarger (R-TN) WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Diana Harshbarger (TN-01) applauded the U.S. Supreme Court’s 6–3 ruling that affirmed Tennessee’s law prohibiting dangerous, sometimes irreversible gender transition procedures on minors. This decision recognizes our state’s authority to protect vulnerable youth and ensure responsible, evidence-based medical care. “This […]

    MIL-OSI Canada: Government of Canada officials to provide technical briefing on the Prime Minister’s participation in the Canada-EU Summit and NATO Summit
    Source: Government of Canada News Ottawa, Ontario – June 20, 2025 – Media are invited to a virtual briefing by senior government officials on the Prime Minister’s upcoming participation in the Canada-EU Summit and NATO Summit. Information provided at the technical briefing is for attribution to senior officials. Video and audio recording of the briefing […]

    MIL-OSI USA: Rep. Gabe Vasquez Rallies Outdoor Advocates to Defend Public Lands at OMDP Hike and Press Conference
    Source: US Representative Gabe Vasquez’s (NM-02) LAS CRUCES, N.M. – Today, U.S. Representative Gabe Vasquez (NM-02) joined conservation advocates, local leaders, and community members at the Organ Mountains–Desert Peaks National Monument (OMDP) to rally against renewed efforts to sell off federal public lands. The event featured a press conference and community hike, highlighting the cultural, […]

    MIL-OSI USA: Rep. Gabe Vasquez Wraps Tour Highlighting Medicaid and SNAP Cuts, Rural Health Access, and Constituent Services Wins Across New Mexico
    Source: US Representative Gabe Vasquez’s (NM-02) ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – On June 18, 2025, U.S. Representative Gabe Vasquez (NM-02) completed a multi-day tour across New Mexico’s second district, spotlighting the harmful impacts the Republican reconciliation bill would have on health care, food assistance, rural communities and hardworking New Mexicans who utilize vital federal programs to survive […]