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Category: Trade

  • MIL-OSI USA: Welch Blasts Republicans’ Disastrous Budget and Trump’s Trade War: “This charade has to end!”

    US Senate News:

    Source: United States Senator Peter Welch (D-Vermont)

    WASHINGTON, D.C. – During a Senate Finance Committee hearing today, U.S. Senator Peter Welch (D-Vt.) slammed Republicans’ disastrous Continuing Resolution (CR), which would make significant cuts to vital programs and services Vermonters rely on. In his remarks, Senator Welch criticized Republicans for relinquishing Congress’ constitutional responsibilities in favor of fealty to President Trump and criticized the Trump Trade War, which will raise costs for Vermont farmers, families, and homeowners through punitive tariffs. 
    “These tariffs…they’re a disaster for Vermont. They make no sense. Any economist you talk to says they’re bizarre. Bizarre because of the way they’re being implemented—on-and-off again. And that’s causing real suffering to Vermont farmers, to Vermont families, to Vermont homeowners who are going to be paying higher electricity bills, higher home heating bills, higher gasoline prices—and for what? For the whim of a President,” said Senator Welch. 
    “We have these punitive tariffs that make no sense, that are hurting everyone that we represent. And we pass a law saying that we have to close our eyes, block our ears, and not do anything? I vote no. This charade has to end!” 
    Watch Senator Welch’s remarks below: 

    Read Senator Welch’s remarks: 
    “There is a reality that we’re trying to deny but is inescapable: we have a cabinet of one. His name is Elon Musk. We have cabinet officials who come before us with distinguished records and probably everything in their bones wants them to serve well. But they are under the thumb of a President who demands fealty as opposed to service to this country.  
    “The best example of that is what’s happened with this so-called ‘Continuing Resolution.’ Congress is abdicating its Article I authority. The so-called CR is not on the level. What this CR does is not maintain current spending on the numbers and on the directions of how it will be spent. What it does is make significant cuts, but more importantly, it delegates to the President of the United States flexibility to move money around as he sees fit. That is a total surrender of our responsibility. It’s a disgrace!  
    “Now, on these tariffs that my colleague spoke about—they’re a disaster for Vermont. They make no sense. Any economist you talk to says they’re bizarre. Bizarre because of the way they’re being implemented—on again, off again. And that’s causing real suffering to Vermont farmers, to Vermont families, to Vermont homeowners who are going to be paying higher electricity bills, higher home heating bills, higher gasoline prices—and for what? For the whim of a President. 
    “And every single one of these cabinet officers who comes in here takes the pledge: ‘Mr. President, I know it makes no sense, but you’re the President, and I adore you Mr. President, we’ll do it.’  
    “And, in the CR that we’re going to be voting on, there is a provision that says the United States Congress—in whom the responsibility and authority for imposing tariffs rests— cannot change the tariffs that President Trump is imposing. That is so disgraceful. It’s a total surrender of our responsibility.  
    “We have these punitive tariffs that make no sense, that are hurting everyone that we represent. And we pass a law saying that we have to close our eyes, block our ears, and not do anything? I vote no. This charade has to end.” 

    MIL OSI USA News –

    March 15, 2025

  • MIL-OSI: WithSecure Corporation: SHARE REPURCHASE 14.3.2025

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    WithSecure Corporation, STOCK EXCHANGE RELEASE, 14 March 2025 at 6.30 PM (EET)
           
           
    WithSecure Corporation: SHARE REPURCHASE 14.3.2025  
           
    In the Helsinki Stock Exchange      
           
    Trade date           14.3.2025    
    Bourse trade         Buy    
    Share                  WITH    
    Amount             20 000 Shares  
    Average price/ share    0,9139 EUR  
    Total cost            18 278,00 EUR  
           
           
    WithSecure Corporation now holds a total of 151 890 shares  
    including the shares repurchased on 14.3.2025    
           
    The share buybacks are executed in compliance with Regulation   
    No. 596/2014 of the European Parliament and Council (MAR) Article 5
    and the Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2016/1052.  
           
           
    On behalf of Withsecure Corporation    
           
    Nordea Bank Oyj      
           
    Janne Sarvikivi           Sami Huttunen    
           
           
    Contact information:      
    Laura Viita      
    Vice President Controlling, Investor relations and Sustainability
    WithSecure Corporation      
    Tel. +358 50 4871044      
    Investor-relations@withsecure.com      

    Attachment

    • WithSecure 14.3.2025

    The MIL Network –

    March 15, 2025

  • MIL-OSI Canada: G7 Foreign Ministers’ Declaration on Maritime Security and Prosperity

    Source: Government of Canada News

    March 14, 2025 – Charlevoix, Québec – Global Affairs Canada

    1. We, the Foreign Ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, and the United States of America, and the High Representative of the European Union, reaffirm the G7’s steadfast commitment to contribute towards a free, open, and secure maritime domain based on the rule of law that strengthens international security, fosters economic prosperity, and ensures the sustainable use of marine resources.

    2. Maritime security and prosperity are fundamental to global stability, economic resilience, and the well-being of all nations, and the conservation and sustainable use of ocean ecosystems is essential to all life on Earth. Over 80% of global trade is transported by sea, and 97% of global data flows through submarine cables. Disruptions to maritime routes pose a direct threat to international food security, critical minerals, energy security, global supply chains, and economic stability. We express deep concern over the growing risks to maritime security, including strategic contestation, threats to freedom of navigation and overflight, and illicit shipping activities. State behaviour in these areas has increased the risk of conflict and environmental damage, and imperils all nations’ prosperity and living standards, especially for the world’s poorest. 

    3. We recognize the role of the UN Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) as the legal framework for governing all activities in the oceans and the seas.

    4. We recall the G7 Statements on Maritime Security adopted in Lübeck (2015) and Hiroshima (2016). We welcome related work presently underway through other G7 ministerial tracks and working groups, on a range of issues including securing undersea cable networks and combating abandoned fishing gear. We welcome, as well, G7 work relating to transnational organized crime and terrorism that touches on the maritime domain, including in relation to piracy and armed robbery at sea, trafficking in persons, and strengthening the maritime law enforcement capabilities of coastal states. We acknowledge the importance of regional maritime security frameworks, to support coastal states to address collectively threats to their maritime security. We welcome existing initiatives, such as the G7++ Friends of the Gulf of Guinea (G7++ FoGG, that Canada chairs this year), which has been the primary forum for dialogue among G7 members and partners on maritime security in the Gulf of Guinea.

    Emerging Threat on Safe Seas and Freedom of Navigation and Overflight

    5. Enhancing Stability: We underscore the importance of freedom of navigation and overflight and other internationally lawful uses of the high seas and the exclusive economic zones as well as to the related rights and freedoms in other maritime zones, including the rights of innocent passage, transit passage and archipelagic sea lanes passage, as provided for under international law. We share a growing concern at recent, unjustifiable efforts to restrict such freedom and to expand jurisdiction through use of force and other forms of coercion, including across the Taiwan Strait, and the South China Sea, the Red Sea, and the Black Sea. We condemn China’s illicit, provocative, coercive and dangerous actions that seek unilaterally to alter the status quo in such a way as to risk undermining the stability of regions, including through land reclamations, and building of outposts, as well as their use for military purpose. In areas pending final delimitation, we underline the importance of coastal states refraining from unilateral actions that cause permanent physical change to the marine environment insofar as such actions jeopardize or hamper the reaching of the final agreement, as well as the importance of making every effort to enter into provisional arrangements of a practical nature, in those areas. We condemn, as well, dangerous vessel maneuvers, the indiscriminate attacks against commercial vessels and other maritime actions that undermine maritime order based on the rule of law and international law. We reiterate that the award rendered by the Arbitral Tribunal on 12 July 2016 is a significant milestone, which is legally binding upon the parties to those proceedings and a useful basis for peacefully resolving disputes between the parties. We reaffirm that our basic policies on Taiwan remain unchanged and emphasize the importance of peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait as indispensable to international security and prosperity. We welcome the resumption of exports from Ukraine’s Black Sea ports. Freedom of navigation for commercial shipping in the Black Sea must be upheld.

    6. Attempts to Change the Status Quo by Force: We oppose unilateral attempts to change the status quo, in particular by force or coercion including in the East and South China Seas. We undertake to implement means through which to track systematically and report on attempts to change the status quo by force and by the establishment of new geographical facts, including through coercive and dangerous actions on the oceans and seas that might threaten regional and international peace and security.

    7. Protecting Critical Maritime and Undersea Infrastructure: We are seized of the fact that vital energy and telecommunications infrastructure under the oceans and seas connects our economies and is vital to our prosperity. We recall the G7 Joint Statement on Cable Connectivity for Secure and Resilient Digital Communications Networks (2024) and the New York Joint Statement on the Security and Resilience of Undersea Cables in a Globally Digitalized World (2024). We share a growing concern that undersea communications cables, subsea interconnectors and other critical undersea infrastructure have been subject to critical damage through sabotage, poor seamanship or irresponsible behaviour which have resulted in potential internet or energy disruption in affected regions, delays in global data transmission, or compromised sensitive communications. We will enhance our cooperation with industry to mitigate risks, reduce bottlenecks to operational tasks while strengthening repair capacities in order to improve the overall resilience of critical undersea and maritime infrastructure. In this respect, we welcome the EU Action Plan on Cable Security adopted in February 2025 by the European Commission and the High Representative of the Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy.

    8. Maritime Crime: Maritime crime, including piracy, armed robbery at sea, maritime arms trafficking and sanctions evasion, human trafficking, illegal drug trafficking and Illegal, Unreported, Unregulated (IUU) fishing, continues to impede maritime security, freedom of navigation, and our economy and prosperity. We have been working together to tackle these maritime crimes, but maritime illegal activities have extended into new areas, to become an urgent issue to be addressed. We welcome the G7 Action Plan to combat migrant smuggling adopted under Italy’s 2024 G7 Presidency.

    9. Protecting Freedom of Trade: In the past year, indiscriminate Houthi attacks in the Red Sea have endangered maritime security of vessels and their crews, disturbed international trade, and exposed neighboring countries to environmental hazards. Enabled by Iran’s military, financial, and intelligence support, these illegal attacks have also contributed to increased tension in the Middle East and Yemen, with severe repercussions on the intra-Yemeni peace process. The vessel “Galaxy Leader” seized by the Houthis must be released immediately. We appreciate the efforts of all those countries that have engaged to ensure freedom of navigation in the Red Sea, protecting crucial shipping lanes and helping to restore regular flows of trade through the Suez Canal connecting the Mediterranean Sea to the Indian and Pacific Oceans. In this regard, we commend the efforts of EU’s maritime operation “Aspides” and U.S.-led operation “Prosperity Guardian”.

    Safe Shipping and Supply Chain Security

    10. Curtailing Unsafe and Illicit Shipping Practices: The rise of unsafe and illicit shipping practices, including fraudulent registration and registries, poses a significant threat to global trade and environmental sustainability.  We are concerned that unsafe and illicit shipping imposes heavy costs on industry, governments and citizens. Russia’s ability to earn revenue has been sustained through its extensive effort to circumvent the G7+ oil price cap policy through its shadow fleet of often older, underinsured, and poorly maintained ships that routinely disable their automatic identification systems or engage in “spoofing” to avoid detection and circumvent international safety, environmental, and liability rules and standards. North Korea continues to pursue its nuclear and ballistic missile programmes and evade sanctions, particularly through its illicit maritime activities, including prohibited ship-to-ship transfers of petroleum and other UN-banned commodities. Through G7 coordination, we have exposed North Korea uses of “dark” vessels – those that engage in illicit activity – to circumvent United Nations Security Council mandated sanctions. Russia and North Korea are strengthening their economic relations including through maritime routes, such as the reported transfer of petroleum products from Russia to North Korea. Unregulated, “dark” vessels undertake IUU fishing, destroying marine habitats and depleting fish stocks, with negative impacts for biodiversity and food security. Unregulated, inadequately insured “dark” vessels also pose a high risk of maritime accidents, including in fragile ecosystems such as the Arctic and Antarctic. We commit to strengthening our coordination, amongst the G7 and with other partners, to prevent the use of unregistered or fraudulently registered, uninsured and substandard vessels engaged in sanctions evasion, arms transfers, illegal fishing and illicit trade. We encourage relevant International Organizations to improve maritime domain awareness by expanding satellite-based vessel tracking and establishing comprehensive data records of the movement of individual ships and of ship-to-ship transfers, as a means of identifying and tracking illicit maritime activities. We are also committed to capacity building of the countries in the region in law enforcement and Maritime Domain Awareness.

    11. Shadow Fleet Task Force: We invite members of the Nordic-Baltic 8 (Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Iceland, Latvia, Lithuania, Norway, Sweden), and possibly others, to join participating G7 members in a Shadow Fleet Task Force to enhance monitoring and detection and to otherwise constrain the use of shadow fleets engaged in illegal, unsafe or environmentally perilous activities, building on the work of others active in this area. The Task Force will constitute a response by the participating States to the call by the International Maritime Organization in its Resolution A.1192(33) of 6 December 2023 for Members States and all relevant stakeholders to promote actions to prevent illegal operations in the maritime sector by shadow fleets and their flag states, including illegal operations for the purposes of circumventing sanctions, evading compliance with safety or environmental regulations, avoiding insurance costs, or engaging in other illegal activities.

    12. Enhancing Maritime Supply Chain Resilience and Energy and Food Security: Maritime supply chains will continue to underpin the global economy, but these face a variety of threats, both present and future, stemming from both geopolitical tensions and environmental factors.  Maritime disruptions raise consumer costs, increase transit times, and can reduce demand in importing countries, which in turn means lower revenues and diminished competitiveness for producers in exporting countries. Such vulnerabilities in maritime transport can undermine energy and food security, particularly for developing nations reliant on stable shipping routes, including Small Island Developing States (SIDS) and Least Developed Countries (LDCs). We welcome maritime initiatives involving and supported by G7 partners intended to promote energy and food security, such as the Grain from Ukraine scheme, and the ASEAN Outlook on the Indo-Pacific. We invite cooperation with the African Union (pursuant to Africa’s Integrated Maritime Strategy 2050) and other relevant International Organizations to identify best practices for enhancing maritime supply chain resilience and for safeguarding energy and food security, including in times of geopolitical crisis. 

    13. Promoting Safe and Resilient Ports and Strategic Waterways: Port ownership and operational control matter to national security, as foreign control or influence over critical port infrastructure can create vulnerabilities in trade, in defence and security, and in economic stability. Port resilience is also crucial to economic stability and global trade and yet ports face growing risks from environmental degradation, extreme weather events and geopolitical conflicts. Strengthening port security and modernizing infrastructure are essential to maintaining safe and efficient maritime trade. Ensuring that the ownership and management of strategic waterways and key maritime choke points are not vulnerable to undue influence by potential adversaries is also essential to national security. We underscore the importance of scrutiny of ownership structures and port management and resilience within our own national jurisdictions, including with regard to Information and Communications Technology (ICT) systems, to ensure that adversaries do not gain leverage over supply chains, military operations, or the flow of strategic resources. We will work with partners and with relevant International Organizations to encourage robust cybersecurity standards for port ICT infrastructure, to increase resilience against malicious cyber incidents on maritime logistical networks, to reduce monopolistic power over key supply chain nodes, to promote secure and transparent port ownership, to limit unsolicited or undue foreign influence over critical infrastructures and strategic waterways, and to otherwise encourage greater focus on such potential vulnerabilities.

    14. Unexploded Ordnance (UXO) at sea poses a significant hazard to the marine environment, to the safety of fishermen and other users of the maritime space, and to various marine economic activities. We commit to enhancing diplomatic efforts and to exchanging best practices among national authorities, relevant international and regional organizations, and relevant industry sectors to accelerate the clean-up of UXO from the seas and ocean.

    Sustainable Stewardship of Maritime Resources

    15. Strengthen Enforcement Against IUU Fishing: IUU fishing is a major contributor to declining fish stocks and to marine habitat destruction. It may account for a third of all fishing activity worldwide, at a cost to the global economy of more than US$23 billion per year and with negative consequences for fisheries as an enduring economic asset, including for developing countries. We welcome the Canadian-led Dark Vessel Detection System in Ecuador, Peru, Costa Rica, the Philippines, and members of the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) and would see value in replicating the model to support other partners whose fisheries are under threat from IUU fishing. We recognize that data sharing and transparency play a key role in this fight by exposing bad actors and that technological advances can support a robust Monitoring, Control and Surveillance and enforcement landscape. We encourage further progress in addressing IUU fishing, working with and through relevant International Organizations to establish and strengthen rules to sustainably manage fish stocks on the high seas and to improve the enforcement of these measures, including through the further development of detection technologies, aircraft patrols and high seas boarding and inspection of vessels, building upon the 2022 G7 Ocean Deal.

    16. We welcome the Third UN Ocean Conference, in Nice, France, from 9 to 13 June 2025.

    PARTNERSHIPS

    17. This G7 Maritime Security and Prosperity Declaration provides a framework for cooperation with non-G7 partners, including countries hosting major ports, large merchant fleets, or extensive flag registries as well as relevant regional and International Organizations, such as the International Maritime Organization and ASEAN. We would welcome robust cooperation with partners to take forward the goals set out in this Declaration, consistent with the principles of sovereignty and territorial integrity, under the efforts of the G7 countries, including a free, open, prosperous and secure Indo-Pacific region, to build a free and open maritime order based on the rule of law, and of commitment to the sustainable development of the world’s maritime spaces.

    18. We welcome the cooperation on Coast Guard Functions, including the Global Coast Guard Forum hosted by Italy in 2025, as well as the Arctic Coast Guard Forum, which could also support the objectives of this Declaration.

    [14] March 2025

    Charlevoix, Canada

    MIL OSI Canada News –

    March 15, 2025

  • MIL-OSI Canada: Swearing-in of the 30th Canadian Ministry

    Source: Government of Canada – Prime Minister

    Today, at a ceremony presided by the Governor General, Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, at Rideau Hall, Canada’s new Prime Minister, Mark Carney, was sworn in alongside members of the 30th Canadian Ministry.

    This new, leaner, focused Cabinet includes returning ministers, seasoned leaders, and new voices who will bring fresh ideas and perspectives to the team as it delivers on the things that matter most to Canadians, such as strengthening Canada’s economy and security.

    The new Cabinet is as follows:

    • Mark Carney, Prime Minister
    • Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of International Trade and Intergovernmental Affairs and President of the King’s Privy Council for Canada
    • Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Development
    • François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Finance
    • Anita Anand, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry
    • Bill Blair, Minister of National Defence
    • Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services
    • Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources
    • Ginette Petitpas Taylor, President of the Treasury Board
    • Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Canadian Culture and Identity, Parks Canada and Quebec Lieutenant
    • Chrystia Freeland, Minister of Transport and Internal Trade
    • Kamal Khera, Minister of Health
    • Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada and Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs
    • Rechie Valdez, Chief Government Whip
    • Steven MacKinnon, Minister of Jobs and Families
    • David J. McGuinty, Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness
    • Terry Duguid, Minister of Environment and Climate Change
    • Nate Erskine-Smith, Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities
    • Rachel Bendayan, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship
    • Élisabeth Brière, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Minister responsible for the Canada Revenue Agency
    • Joanne Thompson, Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard
    • Arielle Kayabaga, Leader of the Government in the House of Commons and Minister of Democratic Institutions
    • Kody Blois, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food and Rural Economic Development
    • Ali Ehsassi, Minister of Government Transformation, Public Services and Procurement

    This team reflects the ambition that makes Canada strong and it will work each day to protect workers, families, and businesses. It will take action to unite Canadians, defend Canada’s sovereignty in the face of unjustified trade actions by the United States, make Canada an energy superpower in both conventional and clean energy, create new trade corridors with reliable partners, and build one Canadian economy – the strongest economy in the G7.

    Quote

    “This team is built for immediate action and focused on protecting Canadian workers, supporting their families, and growing this great country. We are changing how things work, so our government can deliver to Canadians faster – and we have an experienced team that is made to meet the moment we are in. Our government is united and strong, and we are getting right to work.”

    Quick Facts

    • Mark Carney is Canada’s 24th Prime Minister.
    • The 30th Canadian Ministry consists of a total of 23 ministers, in addition to the Prime Minister.
    • The Cabinet is the central decision-making forum in government, responsible for its administration and the establishment of its policy. Its members are each responsible for individual portfolios or departments.

    Associated Link

    MIL OSI Canada News –

    March 15, 2025

  • MIL-OSI: DNO Completes USD 600 Million Bond Placement

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    14 March 2025 – DNO ASA, the Norwegian oil and gas operator, today completed the private placement of USD 600 million of new five-year senior unsecured bonds with a coupon rate of 8.5 percent. The bond placement met strong investor demand across US, Nordic and international markets and was significantly oversubscribed.

    “With this issue, we extend our flawless record to 20 successful bond placements over the past 24 years, with no waivers, no amendments and certainly no defaults,” said DNO’s Executive Chairman Bijan Mossavar-Rahmani. “The enthusiastic response reflects this record and the growing diversification of the Company with the transformative acquisition of Sval Energi Group AS announced last week,” he added.

    Settlement is expected on or about 27 March 2025, subject to customary conditions precedent. An application will be made to list the bonds on the Oslo Stock Exchange. Proceeds from the new bond issue will be used to call the USD 350 million outstanding DNO04 bonds (ISIN: NO0011088593) and general corporate purposes.

    DNB Markets, part of DNB Bank ASA, and Pareto Securities AS acted as Global Coordinators and Joint Bookrunners with Clarksons Securities AS, Fearnley Securities AS and SpareBank 1 Markets AS as Co-Lead Managers. AGP Advokater AS acted as legal advisor to the Company.

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    For further information, please contact:
    Media: media@dno.no
    Investors: investor.relations@dno.no

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    DNO ASA is a Norwegian oil and gas operator active in the Middle East, the North Sea and West Africa. Founded in 1971 and listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange, the Company holds stakes in onshore and offshore licenses at various stages of exploration, development and production in the Kurdistan region of Iraq, Norway, the United Kingdom, Côte d’Ivoire, Netherlands and Yemen. More information is available at www.dno.no

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    This information is subject to the disclosure requirements pursuant to section 5-12 of the Norwegian Securities Trading Act.

    This release does not constitute any offer or solicitation to sell or purchase any securities. 

    The release may not be released, published or distributed in the United States of America or any other jurisdiction where release, publication or distribution would be prohibited or require any registration or filing acts or similar.

    The MIL Network –

    March 15, 2025

  • MIL-OSI USA: Attorney General James Takes Action to Protect New York Consumers and Small Businesses 

    Source: US State of New York

    EW YORK – New York Attorney General Letitia James today advanced new legislation to protect consumers and small businesses from unfair, deceptive, and abusive practices. The Fostering Affordability and Integrity through Reasonable Business Practices, or FAIR Business Practices Act, is a program bill from the Office of the Attorney General (OAG) and championed in the state legislature by Senator Leroy Comrie and Assemblymember Micah Lasher. This legislation will strengthen New York’s consumer protection law, GBL §349, to protect New Yorkers from a wide array of scams, including deed theft, artificial intelligence (AI)-based schemes, online phishing scams, hard-to-cancel subscriptions, junk fees, data breaches, and other unfair, deceptive, and abusive practices. Forty-seven other states and federal law already prohibit unfair practices, making New York’s current law both antiquated and inadequate. 

    The FAIR Business Practices Act would also help stop lenders, including auto lenders, mortgage servicers, and student loan servicers, from deceptively steering people into higher cost loans. It would reduce unnecessary and hidden fees, stop unfair billing practices by health care companies, and prevent companies from taking advantage of New Yorkers with limited English proficiency. With the federal government rolling back protections for consumers and small businesses, the FAIR Business Practices Act authorizes OAG and victims to seek civil penalties and restitution against businesses that use unfair, deceptive, or abusive practices against vulnerable New Yorkers. 

    “In New York right now, companies can make canceling a subscription so hard it seems impossible; nursing homeowners can sue relatives of deceased former residents; and debt collectors can steal Social Security benefits,” said Attorney General James. “This legislation will put a stop to this all. At a time when the federal government is making life harder, we want to make life easier for New Yorkers. The FAIR Business Practices Act will close loopholes that make it too easy for New Yorkers to be scammed, and will allow my office to go after anyone who violates the law and look forward to working with my partners in state government to ensure that as Washington retreats from protecting consumers, New York steps up to lead.” 

    “Strong consumer protection tools are essential for protecting Americans from unfair and abusive business practices,” said former FTC Chair Lina Khan. “At the FTC, we used these tools to tackle a range of exploitative tactics, from outrageous subscription traps and predatory scams to dangerous commercial surveillance. By passing a strong consumer protection bill, New York lawmakers can empower Attorney General James to fully defend New Yorkers’ pocketbooks, privacy, and economic freedoms.”

    “Businesses should compete by providing great products and superior service, not by devising schemes to rip people off,” said former CFPB Director and FTC Commissioner Rohit Chopra. “We need stronger state laws to combat abuses that harm families and honest businesses. With stronger laws on the books, Attorney General James and state law enforcement across the country can stop the scourge of junk fees and other crimes against consumers.”

    “When unscrupulous actors take advantage of New Yorkers through online scams, junk fees, and hidden costs, our community and our economy suffer,” said Senator Leroy Comrie. “From unfair debt collection to deed theft, too many consumers have been hurt by abusive and deceptive practices. Let’s get the FAIR Business Practices Act passed this year and put the power back in the hands of the people, ensuring that businesses play fairly and put New York on par with 47 other states that already have these protections. I’m proud to work alongside Assemblyman Micah Lasher and Attorney General Letitia James to bring much-needed protections to the people who need them most.”

    “Consumer protection equals affordability. Every year, billions of hard-earned dollars are extracted from American consumers by companies, big and small, that take advantage of us,” said Assemblymember Micah Lasher. “And as we speak, Donald Trump, who ran on the issue of affordability, is turning the lights off at the Federal agencies responsible for protecting our pocketbooks. The news today is that New York is going to fight back with the FAIR Business Practices Act. Making sure that the Attorney General has the tools she needs to look out for New Yorkers is one of the best ways we can stop the damage Trump is trying to do. By passing this bill, we will protect consumers from the high costs of unfair business practices and make sure they can spend the money they earn on the things they need. It is an honor to stand together in this fight with Attorney General James, who is a beacon for New York and for the nation in this moment of darkness, and with Senator Comrie, who has taught me a great deal over many years about combining conviction and common sense to deliver for constituents.”

    New York’s current consumer protection law, GBL §349, was passed in 1970 and only prohibits deceptive business acts and practices, leaving consumers vulnerable to unfair or abusive acts by companies. The FAIR Business Practices Act will protect New Yorkers from unfair and abusive business acts, such as: 

    • Companies that make it difficult for consumers to cancel a subscription;
    • Student loan servicers that steer borrowers into the most expensive repayment plans;
    • Car dealers that refuse to return a customer’s photo ID until a deal is finalized and charge for add-on warranties that the customer did not actually purchase;
    • Nursing homes that routinely sue relatives of deceased residents for their unpaid bills despite not having any basis for liability;
    • Companies that take advantage of consumers with limited English proficiency and obscure pricing information and fees;
    • Debt collectors that collect and refuse to return a senior’s Social Security benefits, even though they are exempt from debt collection; and
    • Health insurance companies’ that use long lists of in-network doctors who turn out not to accept the insurance.

    On February 9, the Trump administration ordered the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) to stop all work protecting consumers and decline any new cases. The CFPB is an independent agency that oversees big banks, lenders, credit card companies, and mortgage servicers and ensures companies are following federal consumer protection laws. As a result of the Trump administration’s actions, the nation’s largest banks are no longer being closely watched for compliance with key consumer protections by any federal regulator. The administration’s efforts to destroy the CFPB could also prevent consumers from reporting issues of fraud or deception. 

    “For months, I battled my student loan servicer over errors that delayed my payments, cost me critical progress toward loan forgiveness, and left me in financial limbo—all with no clear explanation or accountability,” said Erik Krause, a student loan borrower. “My case is just one of many. Too often, consumers are left vulnerable to mismanagement from financial institutions with little recourse. The legislation advanced by Attorney General James and the bill sponsors will change that, ensuring real protections for millions of New Yorkers against these unfair and harmful practices.”

    “Nearly every one of the small business clients I advise has had some experience with predatory lenders,” said Eda Henries, Founder & Managing Principal of Henries and Co. in Brooklyn. “This is the case because traditional banks have largely exited the small business lending space, meaning that when a small business owner needs capital they often turn to non-traditional lenders that can offer quick turnarounds on underwriting and disbursing a loan. But the flip side of that is these loans come with hidden interest rates that are very high and extremely onerous repayment terms. What may look like growth funding or growth capital often ends up being a debt trap. New York must stop allowing bad actors in the lending space to act without guardrails and should provide small businesses with more meaningful protections from abusive practices by these lenders, vendors, and other predatory businesses. That is why I support Attorney General James’ efforts to advance the FAIR Business Practices Act.”

    “I am a co-op owner and up to date on my mortgage,” said Richard Barrett, a senior homeowner in Harlem. “Last year my mortgage servicer – a company I never even chose to do business with – improperly paid my entire building’s property taxes and is demanding that I reimburse them even though they are entitled to a refund from the City. I believe this practice is unfair and abusive and that Attorney General James’ FAIR Act would incentivize the company to fix the problem it created, instead of taking advantage of New Yorkers due to New York’s weak consumer protection laws.”

    “New York once stood as a model of consumer protection, but over time has fallen behind most other states in this regard,” said Carolyn Carter, Deputy Director of the National Consumer Law Center. “New Yorkers are especially vulnerable in this moment as our strongest line of defense – the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau and Federal Trade Commission – are being eroded, and there are no state-level protections in New York against unfair and abusive market conduct. From large financial transactions such as student loan borrowing and auto sales to the everyday “subscription” economy, we see consumers fall victim to nefarious business practices without the ability for redress. NCLC applauds the Attorney General, Senator Comrie, and Assemblyman Lasher for championing the Fair Business Practices Act which will again make New York a leader in general consumer protection laws and promote a fairer economy for all.”

    “All too often we see seniors and their families fall victim to predatory business practices such as unfair debt collection by nursing homes, home repair scams, and financial exploitation,” said Karen Nicolson, CEO and Executive Director of the Center for Elder Law and Justice. “Our attorneys work tirelessly to help secure redress for our clients, but New York’s weak general consumer protection law – which notably does not ban unfair or abusive business activity – limits our ability to secure restitution. We applaud Attorney General James, Senator Comrie, and Assemblymember Lasher for championing the FAIR Business Practices Act which will better protect aging New Yorkers from nefarious marketplace conduct, hold bad actors accountable, and ensure that victims will be made whole.”

    “Every single day we hear from older adults who have been victims of scams,” said Ann Marie Cook, President and CEO of Lifespan of Greater Rochester. “Scams are serious crimes that, at a minimum, disrupt a person’s life and usually impact their financial future for a long time. At Lifespan we work to educate older adults, protect them against unscrupulous people, and help them if they have been scammed. I want to sincerely thank Attorney General Letitia James for her leadership on this issue and for protecting all consumers from deceptive practices.” 

    New Yorkers, especially seniors, veterans, low-income New Yorkers, and immigrant communities, are most vulnerable to these types of unfair, deceptive, or abusive practices. The FAIR Business Practices Act will authorize OAG and impacted individuals to bring a civil case against individuals or companies that engage in unfair, deceptive, or abusive practices to seek penalties and restitution. This legislation has been introduced in the State Senate and State Assembly, and Attorney General James will work to have it advanced and signed into law so New York consumers are better protected regardless of what happens on the federal level. 

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    March 15, 2025

  • MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: HK holds int’l trade law forum

    Source: Hong Kong Information Services

    The Conference on Climate Change & International Trade Law was held in hybrid format in Hong Kong today, attracting about 600 registrations from jurisdictions in the Asia-Pacific, Middle East, Latin America, Europe and Africa.

    Jointly organised by the UN Commission on International Trade Law (UNCITRAL) and the Hong Kong International Legal Talents Training Academy of the Department of Justice, the conference discussed how international trade law can effectively support the achievement of climate action goals set by the international community.

    Secretary for Justice Paul Lam, UNCITRAL Secretary Anna Joubin-Bret and Deputy Director General, Department of Treaty & Law of the Ministry of Commerce Tian Ya gave opening remarks, while Deputy Secretary for Justice Cheung Kwok-kwan delivered closing remarks.

    International Law Commission Member Ma Xinmin gave a keynote address, with prominent speakers from around the world joining the panel discussions.

    Noting that various local climate change initiatives have demonstrated Hong Kong’s status as an international financial centre as well as a green and sustainable finance hub, Mr Lam said the wide spectrum of issues discussed at the conference illustrates how international trade law can effectively support the climate action goals set by the global community.

    ​The International Legal Talents Training Academy will continue to work with UNCITRAL in different areas and is planning to co-organise the 6th UNCITRAL Asia Pacific Judicial Summit in Hong Kong later this year.

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    March 15, 2025

  • MIL-OSI: BYDFi Announces Contract Copy Trading Leader Program — Up to 30% Profit Share for Top Traders

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    SINGAPORE, March 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — BYDFi, a leading global crypto platform, continues to enhance its Contract copy trading feature to meet the diverse needs of users worldwide. The platform has now launched its Copy Trading Leader Participation Program, where successful traders can create “Initiate Trade” and share them with others, earning up to 30% in revenue sharing. Traders can also access multiple rewards, including traffic support and exclusive benefits, helping them expand their influence.

    Beyond profit sharing, the trader program is a win-win collaboration

    BYDFi offers a 30% profit share as its top-tier partnership for high-quality traders, KOLs, and other professionals worldwide, significantly surpassing the industry average. This is not just about profit distribution but reflects BYDFi’s strategic vision to build a win-win ecosystem for cryptocurrency trading.

    For traders, BYDFi systematically eliminates traditional pain points, making the platform more efficient and rewarding.

    Problems Other Platforms’ Status BYDFi’s Solution
    Profit-sharing Ratio Average 10% – 20%, Up to 30%, industry-leading standards
    Capital Withdrawal Weekly payouts, withdrawal issues Daily auto-calculation, instant withdrawal
    Support for Leaders No exclusive entry, lacks management tools One-on-one guidance + Data backend + Sales materials fully provided
    User Retention Issues The process is complicated, leading to user drop-off One-click sync + auto updates + system tracking
    Growth Challenges Limited influence, hard to expand Official certification, social media support, external reward mechanism
     

    This means that BYDFi aims to grow together with traders, rather than engaging in one-time, fragmented collaborations.

    For future traders, what can BYDFi offer?

    Value Content
    Sustainable Profit Up to 30% profit share, each trade brings consistent revenue, growing assets
    Brand Building Official certification of Leaders, social media support, industry leadership
    Traffic Growth Support Focused promotion of quality traders to boost personal influence
    Tool Support Professional tools and copy trading systems, transparent revenue tracking
     

    BYDFi traders are not just passively “bringing users to the platform” but are truly entering the upper tiers of the trading industry, gaining control over their own income growth.

    An era for top traders has begun.

    BYDFi co-founder Michael stated:

    “Collaborations between top traders, KOLs, and platform features are becoming a key driving force in boosting market activity and increasing user trading. The BYDFi trader recruitment program is designed to push this group to the core of the industry, allowing them to earn the rewards, influence, and value they truly deserve.”

    How to join the BYDFi trader recruitment program?

    • Visit the BYDFi official website and access the copy trading feature page.
    • Fill out and submit the application form. The platform will review the trader’s information.
    • Once approved, you will receive a unique trader link to start sharing trading signals.
    • View real-time copy trading data and earn profit shares from each trade.

    Here is a detailed operation guide. If you have any questions, you can contact customer support.

    About BYDFi

    Founded in 2020, BYDFi is a Forbes-certified global top 10 crypto exchange, trusted by over 1,000,000 users worldwide. The upcoming 5th Anniversary Celebration invites global users to join in and receive exclusive valuable rewards. BYDFi is committed to providing users with a world-class crypto trading experience. BUILD Your Dream Finance.

    Official website: https://www.bydfi.com

    Online customer service：CS@bydfi.com

    Business cooperation: BD@bydfi.com

    Media contact: media@bydfi.com

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    March 15, 2025

  • MIL-OSI: Champion Safe’s 2025 Triumph Series Gains Dealer Attention with Advanced Security Enhancements

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    Provo, UT, March 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The 2025 Triumph Series from Champion Safe Company, a leading manufacturer of premium safes and wholly-owned subsidiary of American Rebel Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: AREB), America’s Patriotic Brand (americanrebel.com), has been generating strong dealer interest since its January release, as retailers recognize the latest upgrades set it apart from competing high-security safes. Known for its elite-level security and fire protection, the Triumph Series is now even more formidable thanks to key feature enhancements.

    For 2025, the Triumph Series introduces several major upgrades, including:

    NEW Tempered Glass Relocker System – Now available on the Triumph Series, this advanced security feature automatically engages a secondary relock mechanism if the safe is attacked, significantly enhancing burglary resistance.

    NEW 3/16” Steel Body – A thicker steel body reinforces the safe’s durability and outperforms many competitor models.

    UPGRADED Fire Rating: 1750°F for Two Hours – Now offering some of the highest fire protection in its class.

    NEW Door Adjustment System – A more user-friendly mechanism that allows for precise fit and improved long-term security.

    The Triumph Series remains one of the strongest safes available, thanks to its 5½-inch-thick Double-Step™ door, four-way active boltworks, and Champion’s exclusive Diamond-Embedded Armor Plate™. The high-capacity gun racks, plush interior, adjustable shelving, and motion-activated LED lighting further enhance convenience and usability.

    “Dealers are recognizing that the Triumph Series offers superior security and build quality compared to similarly priced competitors,” said Tom Mihalek, CEO of Champion Safe Company. “By upgrading the steel body, adding the glass relocker, and increasing the fire rating, we’ve positioned Triumph as one of the most secure and feature-rich safes in its class.”

    With multiple sizes and finishes, including high-gloss Black, Ivory, and Platinum, the Triumph Series offers unmatched security, superior craftsmanship, and a refined design.

    For more information about the Triumph Series and to find a dealer, visit ChampionSafe.com.

    —

    About Champion Safe Company
    championsafe.com

    Champion Safe Company has been at the forefront of safe manufacturing for over 25 years, offering a range of high-quality safes designed for ultimate security and fire protection. With a commitment to craftsmanship and innovation, Champion Safes are trusted by homeowners, gun owners, and businesses across the nation.

    About American Rebel Holdings, Inc.

    American Rebel Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: AREB) has operated primarily as a designer, manufacturer and marketer of branded safes and personal security and self-defense products and has recently transitioned into the beverage industry through the introduction of American Rebel Beer. The Company also designs and produces branded apparel and accessories. To learn more, visit americanrebel.com and americanrebelbeer.com. For investor information, visit americanrebel.com/investor-relations.

    Forward-Looking Statements

    This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. American Rebel Holdings, Inc., (NASDAQ: AREB; AREBW) (the “Company,” “American Rebel,” “we,” “our” or “us”) desires to take advantage of the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and is including this cautionary statement in connection with this safe harbor legislation. The words “forecasts” “believe,” “may,” “estimate,” “continue,” “anticipate,” “intend,” “should,” “plan,” “could,” “target,” “potential,” “is likely,” “expect” and similar expressions, as they relate to us, are intended to identify forward-looking statements. We have based these forward-looking statements primarily on our current expectations and projections about future events and financial trends that we believe may affect our financial condition, results of operations, business strategy, and financial needs. Important factors that could cause actual results to differ from those in the forward-looking statements include benefits of the 2025 product innovations, actual revenues for fiscal 2025, our ability to effectively execute our business plan, and the Risk Factors contained within our filings with the SEC, including our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2023. Any forward-looking statement made by us herein speaks only as of the date on which it is made. Factors or events that could cause our actual results to differ may emerge from time to time, and it is not possible for us to predict all of them. We undertake no obligation to publicly update any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future developments or otherwise, except as may be required by law.

    Company Contacts
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    March 15, 2025

  • MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: 89th Meeting of Network Planning Group under PM GatiShakti evaluates key infrastructure projects

    Source: Government of India (2)

    89th Meeting of Network Planning Group under PM GatiShakti evaluates key infrastructure projects

    NPG evaluates Road, Railway and Metro projects

    Posted On: 14 MAR 2025 5:04PM by PIB Delhi

    The 89th meeting of the Network Planning Group (NPG), chaired by Joint Secretary, Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) Shri Pankaj Kumar, convened today to evaluate infrastructure projects in the Road, Railway, and Metro sectors. The meeting focused on enhancing multimodal connectivity and logistics efficiency in alignment with the PM GatiShakti National Master Plan (PMGS NMP).

    The NPG evaluated eight projects (four Road, three Railway, and one Metro) for their conformity to the PM GatiShakti principles of integrated multimodal infrastructure, last-mile connectivity to economic and social nodes, and intermodal coordination. These initiatives are expected to boost logistical efficiency, reduce travel times, and deliver significant socio-economic benefits across regions.

    Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH)

    1. Two-lane with paved shoulder from Darugiri to Dalu section in Meghalaya

    The project involves the development of the existing road into a two-lane highway with a paved shoulder along the Darugiri to Dalu section of NH-62 (New NH-217) in Meghalaya. This 136.11 km-long stretch passes through East Garo Hills, South Garo Hills, and West Garo Hills, significantly enhancing regional connectivity. Given its strategic location, this corridor is essential for facilitating cross-border trade and regional economic development.

    1. Construction of a four-lane tunnel connectivity across River Brahmaputra between Gohpur and Numaligarh

    The project involves the construction of India’s first-ever road tunnel beneath a major river. The four-lane tunnel under the Brahmaputra will reduce travel time from 6.5 hours to just 30 minutes, shortening the distance from 240 km to 34 km. This twin-tube, unidirectional underwater tunnel will enhance connectivity to Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, and other northeastern states.

    1. Widening and improvement of the existing carriageway to four lanes of the Kaliabor-Numaligarh section

    This project aims to upgrade the existing highway from two lanes to four lanes along the Kaliabor-Numaligarh section (NH-37/NH-715) in Assam. Covering 85.67 km across Nagaon, Karbi Anglong, and Golaghat districts, the project incorporates wildlife-friendly measures such as an elevated corridor and wildlife crossings to protect Kaziranga National Park’s biodiversity.

    1. Construction/upgradation to two-lane with paved shoulder from Mayjilar to Jaisalmer with Jaisalmer Bypass Link Road

    Spanning 138.177 km, this project in Rajasthan includes brownfield and greenfield stretches along NH-11 and NH-70. It aims to improve regional connectivity, boost tourism, facilitate defense movement, and enhance road safety.

    Ministry of Railways (MoR)

    1. Badlapur-Karjat third and fourth line expansion

    The 32.460 km-long brownfield project addresses increasing passenger and freight congestion along the Mumbai-Pune-Solapur-Wadi-Chennai corridor. Enhancing connectivity between key commuter hubs and freight transit points, this project will benefit towns including Badlapur, Vangani, Shelu, Neral, Bhivpuri, and Karjat.

    1. Construction of the fourth line from Nergundi to Cuttack with a flyover at Nergundi

    The 15.99 km-long brownfield railway infrastructure project in Odisha aims to decongest existing rail lines, facilitate freight movement, and ensure smoother operations along a key corridor serving Paradip Port, Talcher coalfields, and major steel and power industries.

    1. Construction of a doubling line from Haridaspur to Paradip

    The 74.09 km-long brownfield project in Odisha will enhance freight transportation capacity and logistics efficiency, facilitating seamless coal transportation from Talcher Coalfields to Paradip Port while supporting industrial expansion in the Angul-Jharsuguda cluster.

    Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA)

    1. Rajkot Metro Rail Project

    The Rajkot Metro Project is a greenfield urban transport initiative aimed at reducing congestion and providing a sustainable mode of transport in Rajkot, Gujarat. Covering 41.11 km, the project integrates seamlessly with existing urban infrastructure, ensuring multimodal connectivity with regional rail, city bus services, and intermediate public transport such as autos and cycle rickshaws.

    These infrastructure projects, aligned with the PM GatiShakti National Master Plan, will significantly enhance connectivity, improve logistics, and contribute to regional and national economic growth.

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  • MIL-OSI USA: 2025-42 CRACKDOWN ON ILLEGAL FIREWORKS RESULTS IN SENTENCING FOR TWO MEN; CHARGES FOR ONE WOMAN IN SEPARATE STINGS

    Source: US State of Hawaii

    2025-42 CRACKDOWN ON ILLEGAL FIREWORKS RESULTS IN SENTENCING FOR TWO MEN; CHARGES FOR ONE WOMAN IN SEPARATE STINGS

    Posted on Mar 13, 2025 in Latest Department News, Newsroom

    STATE OF HAWAIʻI

    KA MOKU ʻĀINA O HAWAIʻI

     

    DEPARTMENT OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL

    KA ʻOIHANA O KA LOIO KUHINA

     

    JOSH GREEN, M.D.
     GOVERNOR

    KE KIAʻĀINA

     

    ANNE LOPEZ

    ATTORNEY GENERAL

    LOIO KUHINA

     

     

    CRACKDOWN ON ILLEGAL FIREWORKS RESULTS IN SENTENCING FOR TWO MEN; CHARGES FOR ONE WOMAN IN SEPARATE STINGS

     

    News Release 2025-42

     

    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                               

    March 13, 2025

     

    HONOLULU – The Department of the Attorney General successfully prosecuted two men for selling illegal aerial fireworks in the community prior to the new year, following law enforcement sting operations to identify and arrest distributors of illegal fireworks.

     

    Wolfgang Clark pled no contest today and was granted a deferred plea to two counts of felony fireworks offenses, in violation of sections 132D-14 of the Hawaii Revised Statutes. On February 19, 2025, Daniel C. Young pled no contest and was granted a deferred plea to two counts of felony fireworks offenses, in violation of sections 132D-14 of the Hawaii Revised Statutes.

     

    A violation for each offense currently is a class C felony offense that carries up to five years imprisonment and a $10,000 fine. Both defendants were granted a deferred plea over the state’s objection, are required to pay a fine of $5,000, and will be under court supervision for four years. 

     

    In addition to sting operations, the Illegal Fireworks Task Force is also working to interdict shipments of fireworks entering the state through Hawaiʻi’s ports. On March 11, 2025, Explicit Pyrotechnics, LLC., and its owner, Josephine Quintanilla, also known as Josephine Langas and Josephine Henderson, was charged with Importation of Fireworks Without a Valid License or Permit, a class C felony punishable by up to five years in prison and a $10,000 fine. The requisite federal and state permits are required to import fireworks into the state. While in possession of a federal permit, Explicit Pyrotechnics, LLC., is alleged to have imported fireworks into the state without first obtaining a state permit. 

     

    “The judgments in these cases are a step in the right direction for holding distributors accountable,” said Mike Lambert, director of the Department of Law Enforcement. “If we are able to increase the penalties for fireworks distributors this legislative session, the Department of Law Enforcement is confident that we can reduce the availability of fireworks in our community.”

                                                         

    The cases were investigated by the Illegal Fireworks Task Force, which included the Hawaiʻi Department of Law Enforcement and the Honolulu Police Department.  The cases are prosecuted by the Criminal Justice Division of the Department of the Attorney General.

     

    “I want to extend my sincerest thanks to the law enforcement agencies involved in the Illegal Fireworks Task Force, as well as to my Criminal Justice Division staff, for all their hard work investigating these illegal operators and bringing them to justice,” said Attorney General Anne Lopez. “Together we will do everything in our power to enforce the law so that what happened on New Year’s Eve never happens again.”

     

    Criminal defendants are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law.

     

    # # #

     

    Media contacts:

    Dave Day
     Special Assistant to the Attorney General
     Office: 808-586-1284
     Email: [email protected]
     Web: http://ag.hawaii.gov

    Toni Schwartz
    Public Information Officer
     Hawai‘i Department of the Attorney General
    Office:     808-586-1252
    Cell:     808-379-9249
     Email: [email protected] 

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    March 15, 2025

  • MIL-OSI: T4Trade Expands Online Trading Offerings with Multi-Asset Access

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    LIMASSOL, Cyprus, March 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — T4Trade has announced the expansion of its online trading services, reinforcing its position as a multi-asset brokerage. With access to over 300 financial instruments across forex, commodities, metals, indices, and shares, T4Trade continues to provide a comprehensive trading environment for both new and experienced traders.

    The broker supports trading via the industry-standard MetaTrader 4 (MT4) platform and WebTrader, enabling access across Windows, macOS, iPhone/iPad, and Android devices. The MT4 platform includes advanced charting tools, encrypted communications, customizable interfaces, and algorithmic trading capabilities. Additionally, traders can utilize pre-installed Expert Advisors and over 50 technical indicators for automated trading.

    T4Trade also offers TradeCopier, a copy trading feature that allows traders to follow strategies from other market participants or earn performance-based fees as strategy providers.

    With multiple account types, T4Trade provides various trading conditions, including fixed and floating spreads, leverage options, and commission-free trading on select accounts. The broker also offers educational resources such as eBooks, webinars, podcasts, and market analysis to support traders at different experience levels.

    Licensed by the Seychelles Financial Services Authority, T4Trade follows client fund protection protocols, including segregated bank accounts and transparent trading practices. The company provides multilingual customer support available 24/5 via telephone, email, and live chat.

    For more information, users can visit T4Trade’s website.

    About T4Trade

    T4Trade is a regulated online trading broker providing access to a wide range of financial instruments across multiple asset classes. With a focus on technology, market accessibility, and educational support, T4Trade offers trading solutions designed to meet the needs of traders at all levels. The company operates under a financial services license from the Seychelles Financial Services Authority and adheres to industry standards for client fund protection and transparency.

    Contact

    Media Officer

    George Nicolaou

    T4Trade

    support@t4trade.com

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    March 15, 2025

  • MIL-OSI: IronFX Launches Trading Education Blog to Enhance Market Awareness

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    LIMASSOL, Cyprus, March 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — IronFX, a global online CFD and forex broker, has introduced a dedicated trading education blog designed to provide traders with in-depth market analysis, expert insights, and practical trading strategies. The initiative reinforces IronFX’s commitment to supporting traders with educational resources amid evolving market conditions.

    Comprehensive Market Insights for Traders at All Levels

    The IronFX blog features a range of articles tailored to traders with varying levels of experience. Beginner traders can access foundational content on technical and fundamental analysis, market dynamics, and trading psychology. More experienced traders receive regular updates on trends in forex, commodities, indices, and energy markets.

    Expert-Led Analysis on Key Market Developments

    Authored by experienced analysts, the blog provides analysis on key market assets, including gold, oil, and stocks. Coverage extends to significant stock market developments, corporate earnings, and price movements in commodities. Additionally, articles explore economic events and their impact on financial markets, offering insights into geopolitical shifts, monetary policy decisions, and macroeconomic data.

    Part of a Broader Educational Initiative

    The blog complements IronFX’s existing suite of educational resources, including the IronFX Academy, which offers webinars, eBooks, comprehensive courses, and a financial glossary.

    Established in 2010, IronFX provides trading platforms and services to retail and institutional clients in over 180 countries. The broker supports trading across multiple asset classes through its MetaTrader 4 platform and WebTrader interface.

    About IronFX

    IronFX is a leading global online trading broker offering forex and CFD trading services to clients worldwide. Established in 2010, the company provides access to a wide range of financial instruments, including currencies, commodities, indices, and stocks. IronFX serves both retail and institutional traders, offering trading solutions through the MetaTrader 4 platform and WebTrader interface. With a strong focus on education and market insights, IronFX aims to support traders in making informed decisions.

    For more information, users can visit the https://www.ironfx.com/.

    Contact

    Media Coordinator

    Nicolas Georgiadis

    IronFX

    support@ironfx.com

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    March 15, 2025

  • MIL-OSI Economics: DDG Zhang welcomes 2025 participants in two WTO technical assistance programmes

    Source: WTO

    Headline: DDG Zhang welcomes 2025 participants in two WTO technical assistance programmes

    In his welcome remarks, DDG Zhang told participants: “You have come to the WTO at a very important time. We will shortly be commencing preparatory work for the 14th WTO Ministerial Conference (MC14), scheduled for Yaoundé, Cameroon in March 2026. During your presence in Geneva, you will have the opportunity to be at the forefront of this very important aspect of the WTO’s work.”
    DDG Zhang said that participants in both programmes will have the opportunity to experience first-hand the work of the WTO, including witnessing how trade policy is shaped in the WTO, attending meetings in areas of direct interest to their economies, and interacting closely with the WTO Secretariat.
     A total of 18 participants were selected for the French Irish Mission Programme this year. Funded by France and Ireland, this programme aims to support Geneva-based government officials from developing and least-developed WTO members to engage in WTO activities. Participants will gain valuable hands-on experience in trade policy development by working directly within their respective permanent missions in Geneva.
    Emmanuelle Ivanov-Durand, France’s Permanent Representative to the WTO, said: “The experience you will gain here will be a tremendous asset, both for your own career paths and for your governments. France’s support for this programme reflects our commitment to an inclusive multilateral system.”
    Noel White, Ireland’s Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the United Nations Office and other international organizations in Geneva, underlined that: “Ireland attaches great importance to its long-standing association with and support for the French Irish Mission Programme. Ireland’s development cooperation programme, which lies at the heart of our foreign policy, recognises the importance of inclusive and sustainable international trade to promote economic development and alleviate poverty. We are working on arrangements and hope to be able to welcome all the participants to Ireland as we did last year to share the lessons we have learned as a small, open economy with global trade connections.”
    The 16 officials selected for this year’s Netherlands Talent Programme, which is funded by the Netherlands, will benefit from on-the-job training in various divisions of the WTO Secretariat. The programme offers participants the opportunity to develop an in-depth understanding of the multilateral trading system and to contribute actively to WTO initiatives.
    Audrey Goosen, Ambassador and Deputy Permanent Representative of the Netherlands to the WTO, explained that the name of the programme was recently changed to “Netherlands Talent Programme” to reflect the high level of expertise that previous participants have brought to the WTO. She told participants: “I hope that the insights that you will gain over the next months will make trade work as an engine for sustainable economic growth and job creation in your countries.”

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  • MIL-OSI Economics: APEC Growth Holds Steady Amid Uncertainty, Calls for Structural Reforms Gyeongju, Republic of Korea | 09 March 2025 APEC Policy Support Unit The report projects GDP growth of 3.3 percent in 2025, following an estimated 3.5 percent expansion in 2024, though a further slowdown to 2.7 percent is anticipated in the coming years.

    Source: APEC – Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation

    Economic growth in the APEC region remains stable in the short term, yet medium-term prospects face mounting risks as trade restrictions, fiscal pressures and geopolitical uncertainties continue to evolve, according to the latest APEC Regional Trends Analysis.

    The report projects GDP growth of 3.3 percent in 2025, following an estimated 3.5 percent expansion in 2024, though a further slowdown to 2.7 percent is anticipated in the coming years. Structural challenges, including demographic shifts and rising trade barriers, are expected to weigh on future economic trajectory.

    “The region’s growth trajectory reflects both resilience and vulnerability,” said Carlos Kuriyama, Director of the APEC Policy Support Unit. “While we are seeing steady economic activity, sustained growth will require proactive reforms, particularly in trade policy and fiscal management.”

    Trade performance in the region has shown modest recovery, with merchandise trade in the first nine months of 2024 increasing by 3 to 4 percent in 2024, reversing the sharp contraction seen in 2023 on a year-on-year basis. However, the number of trade remedies surged to 1,043 by the end of 2024, up from 960 in 2023, highlighting ongoing worries on unfair trade practices.

    Moderating inflation trends, on the other hand, offer a measure of relief, with rates easing to 2.6 percent in 2024, compared to 3.8 percent in 2023. This has provided central banks with greater policy flexibility. However, increasing trade restrictions and geopolitical risks could reintroduce price pressures, potentially limiting interest rate adjustments.

    “While inflation has moderated, risks remain,” said Rhea C. Hernando, an analyst with the Policy Support Unit. “Ongoing global risks, rising protectionism, and shifts in trade policy could complicate efforts to maintain price stability in the months ahead.”

    The region’s fiscal position remains fragile, as sustained government expenditures continue to outpace stagnant revenue collection, which has hovered around 28 to 29 percent of GDP for over two decades. Without fiscal adjustments, rising public debt levels could strain economic resilience.

    Meanwhile, global financial volatility has driven investors toward safe-haven assets, pushing gold prices to record highs. Escalating economic and geopolitical uncertainties, reflected in the sharp rise in policy uncertainty indices since 2020, have fueled increased hedging.

    “Macroeconomic stability hinges on careful fiscal planning,” said Glacer Niño A. Vasquez, a researcher with the Policy Support Unit. “Governments need to strike a balance—ensuring fiscal prudence while enhancing investments in infrastructure, digital transformation, and human capital to boost productivity and growth.”

    The report underscores the urgent need for structural reforms to sustain long-term economic momentum. Flexible and coordinated monetary and fiscal policies will be necessary to control inflation while preserving growth potential. Deeper regional cooperation will be essential to foster open trade and investment while addressing shared challenges. Productivity-enhancing reforms that promote innovation, technological adoption, and workforce skills development will also be critical to securing APEC’s long-term economic future.

    “As global uncertainties persist, APEC economies must reinforce trade openness, strengthen policy coordination, and pursue long-term reforms,” Kuriyama concluded. “A forward-looking approach will be crucial in fostering a resilient and sustainable regional economy.”

    For more information on the APEC Regional Trends Analysis, March 2025, visit this page.

    MIL OSI Economics –

    March 9, 2025

  • MIL-OSI China: China’s top legislature vows high-quality legislation, oversight to serve national interest

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

    China’s top legislature vows high-quality legislation, oversight to serve national interest

    BEIJING, March 8 — The Standing Committee of the National People’s Congress (NPC), China’s top legislature, on Saturday unveiled its annual work plan for 2025, vowing to advance high-quality legislative work and conduct effective oversight to serve the overall national interest.

    Chinese national lawmakers on Saturday started deliberating the work report of the NPC Standing Committee at the ongoing NPC annual session.

    To ensure constitutional implementation and strengthen compliance oversight, the NPC Standing Committee will improve the systems ensuring comprehensive implementation of the Constitution and establish a system for reporting on its implementation, the report said, adding that the legislature will enhance its capacity to conduct constitutional review and normative document recording and review.

    HIGH-QUALITY LEGISLATION

    In the annual legislative plan, the NPC Standing Committee unveiled several key areas for the coming year.

    In order to strengthen the legal framework for the development of the socialist market economy, the NPC Standing Committee will formulate a law on promoting the private sector, a law on national development planning, a financial law, a financial stability law, and a law on cultivated land protection and quality improvement.

    It will also revise the Unfair Competition Law, the Enterprise Bankruptcy Law, the Agriculture Law, the Fisheries Law, the Civil Aviation Law, and the Banking Regulation Law, according to the report.

    In the social and cultural sectors, the legislature will formulate a law promoting public awareness and education regarding the rule of law, a social assistance law, a childcare services law, and a law on public-interest litigation initiated by procuratorates.

    It will also revise the Law on the Prevention and Control of Infectious Diseases and the Law on the Standard Spoken and Written Chinese Language, the report said.

    With a focus on refining the systems concerning ecological conservation, the legislature will continue with the compilation of an environmental code and formulate a national parks law and an atomic energy law.

    To modernize the national security system and public security governance mechanisms, the NPC Standing Committee will formulate a law on public health emergency response and a hazardous chemicals safety law. It will also revise the Road Traffic Safety Law, the Food Safety Law, the Cybersecurity Law, the Public Security Administrative Penalties Law, the Prison Law, and the State Compensation Law.

    In regard to legislation in areas involving foreign affairs, the legislature will revise the Maritime Law, the Foreign Trade Law, and the Arbitration Law, according to the report.

    The NPC Standing Committee also vowed to intensify research on legislation in emerging sectors such as artificial intelligence, the digital economy, and big data.

    EFFECTIVE OVERSIGHT, LEVERAGING LAWMAKER ROLE

    The report noted that the legislature has prepared 37 oversight programs for this year, including inspections into the implementation of five laws: the Trade Union Law, the Energy Conservation Law, the Forest Law, the Food Safety Law, and the Law on Promoting the Circular Economy.

    The NPC Standing Committee will hear and deliberate special reports on a variety of issues, such as fostering new quality productive forces, promoting integrated development of the cultural and tourism sectors, protecting the rights and interests of workers in flexible and new forms of employment, and climate change action.

    On measures to fully leverage the roles of NPC deputies, the legislature will encourage deputies to engage the people on a broader range of issues and in more diverse forms, and will continue to improve working mechanisms for handling and giving feedback on public opinions brought forward by deputies.

    The NPC Standing Committee will also carry out a research project on the election of deputies to county- and township-level people’s congresses, according to the report.

    MIL OSI China News –

    March 9, 2025

  • MIL-OSI USA: NYS Landmarks to be Lit Purple to Honor Women

    Source: US State of New York

    overnor Kathy Hochul today directed landmarks across the State to be lit purple in celebration of International Women’s Day on March 8 and in recognition of Women’s History Month. The Governor has remained committed to furthering the fight for women’s rights and gender equality in New York and has prioritized women in the FY26 Executive Budget.

    “New York is the birthplace of the women’s rights movement and as New York’s first female and first mom Governor, I am committed to honoring the legacy of all those who fought tirelessly for equality,” Governor Hochul said. “At a time when so many seek to bring us backward, I’ll continue to stand strong against the ongoing threats to our fundamental freedoms — ensuring there are safeguards to reproductive care and continuing to fight for gender equity — all while advancing initiatives that will ensure a brighter future for all women and girls here in New York.”

    The landmarks to be lit include:

    • Albany International Airport Gateway
    • Alfred E. Smith State Office Building
    • Empire State Plaza
    • Fairport Lift Bridge over the Erie Canal
    • Governor Mario M. Cuomo Bridge
    • Kosciuszko Bridge
    • Lake Placid Olympic Center
    • Moynihan Train Hall
    • MTA LIRR – East End Gateway at Penn Station
    • Niagara Falls
    • One World Trade Center
    • State Education Building
    • State Fairgrounds – Main Gate & Expo Center
    • The “Franklin D. Roosevelt” Mid-Hudson Bridge
    • The H. Carl McCall SUNY Building

    Prioritizing Women in the Budget
    New York State continues to be a safe haven for abortion access and reproductive rights. In the FY26 Executive Budget, the Governor proposed language to require hospitals to provide abortion services when they are medically necessary to stabilize patients undergoing emergency conditions. The Budget also includes an investment of $50 million to support abortion access and protect providers from violence or harassment.

    As a part of Governor Hochul’s Affordability Agenda — with the goal of putting more money back in New Yorkers’ pockets — the Budget includes record investments to support New York’s parents, making New York the best place to raise a family. The Governor proposed an $825 million expansion of the child tax credit over a two-year period, allowing eligible families to receive $1,000 for kids under 4-years-old and $500 for kids ages 4-16. This expansion will double the average credit allotted to families from $472 to $943, address child poverty in New York State and deliver relief to middle-class families whose incomes are too high to qualify for the child tax credit.

    As the first Mom Governor of New York, Governor Hochul understands how critical it is for new mothers to receive support and how expensive it is to raise a child. Since Governor Hochul took office, New York State has taken measures to drastically expand access to child care and affordability, investing over $7 billion in four years to help stabilize the child care industry. The Budget includes an additional $1.8 billion investment in child care assistance as well as $110 million to build or renovate existing child care centers in order to eliminate child care deserts.

    To combat maternal mortality challenges and to increase the pool of resources for new mothers, New York State is partnering with Baby2Baby — a nonprofit organization providing necessities for children living in poverty — to provide maternal health and newborn supply boxes that will include the following: screening tools for postpartum depression and anxiety, mental health information, self-care products, diapers, blankets and swaddles. The State and Baby2Baby will also provide 10 million diapers to low-income families, totaling a $9.5 million investment in the Budget for maternal and infant health resources — $8 million to supply postpartum boxes and $1.5 million for diapers.

    Governor Hochul has also advanced another nation-leading legislative proposal to improve maternal and infant health through the provision of a birth allowance — the New York State BABY (Birth Allowance for Beginning Year) Benefit — to low-income parents during pregnancy and at birth. To improve the economic security of some of New York’s most under-resourced households, Governor Hochul’s plan would provide a $100 per month benefit during pregnancy and a $1,200 benefit at birth for New Yorkers who receive public assistance.

    For additional proposals, including landmark investments in protecting survivors of gender-based violence, and to read the complete digital copy of the Budget Book, click here.

    MIL OSI USA News –

    March 9, 2025

  • MIL-OSI Africa: Uganda joins Afreximbank’s Fund for Export-Development in Africa (FEDA) as 21st Member State

    Source: Africa Press Organisation – English (2) – Report:

    KAMPALA, Uganda, March 8, 2025/APO Group/ —

    The quest to broaden the scope of interventions by the Fund for Export-Development in Africa (FEDA), African Export-Import Bank’s (Afreximbank) (www.Afreximbank.com) development impact investment arm, into all corners of the continent reached a major milestone today with the signing of the Fund’s Establishment Agreement by Uganda. With Uganda’s accession, FEDA expands its presence to 21 member states, reinforcing its role as a key player in shaping Africa’s economic future.

    The signing ceremony, held in Kampala, was attended by Ambassador Phillip Rukikaire, Head of Regional Peace and Security Department at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Uganda, who represented the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and Mrs. Marlene Ngoyi, Chief Executive Officer of FEDA. Mr. Kudakwashe Matereke, Regional Director, Eastern Africa, Afreximbank, witnessed this historical event.

    Commenting at the ceremony, Mrs. Marlene Ngoyi, CEO of FEDA, highlighted the significance of Uganda’s accession:

    “Uganda’s decision to join FEDA is a testament to the country’s confidence in FEDA’s mission and to its commitment to accelerating Africa’s economic transformation, value-added export development and industrialization. We look forward to deepening our engagements with the Government of Uganda and the private sector to mobilize capital and to invest in the manufacturing and export-related sectors and unlock the immense potential of the region for sustainable development,” she added.

    Ambassador Philip Rukikaire emphasized the importance of Uganda’s membership in FEDA, stating: “Today marks a significant milestone in Uganda’s economic development journey. By joining FEDA, we reaffirm our dedication to a prosperous Africa, driven by industrialization and intra-African trade. Africa needs more trade than aid, and this partnership will provide the much-needed investment to propel our manufacturing and export sectors forward.”

    Uganda’s membership comes amid a wave of recent accessions to FEDA, bolstering the Fund’s capacity to provide long-term capital to African economies. Over the past four years, Afreximbank has approved over $813 million in financing for Uganda’s public and private sectors, with a pipeline in exceeding US$ 1 billion in pending approvals.

    FEDA was set up as the development impact investment platform of Afreximbank with a mandate to implement equity investment across Africa. Its primary objective is to provide developmental equity and quasi-equity capital to companies that are involved in intra-African trade and export development/manufacturing in Africa, with a focus on industrialisation, intra-African trade and value-added exports.

    MIL OSI Africa –

    March 9, 2025

  • MIL-OSI: AI-Powered Success: How DeckTrade is Helping Traders Maximize Profits

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    london, uk , March 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Revolutionizing Trading with AI-Powered Strategies

    In today’s fast-paced trading environment, traders are turning to artificial intelligence to optimize their strategies and enhance profitability. DeckTrade has emerged as a leader in AI-driven trading solutions, providing traders with cutting-edge automation tools that remove human error and improve market efficiency.

    With its proprietary AI technology, DeckTrade’s smart trading system continuously analyzes market data, executes trades with precision, and adjusts strategies based on real-time conditions. As a result, traders are seeing higher returns, better accuracy, and improved risk management. Many users have shared positive experiences in decktrade reviews, highlighting how AI-powered automation has transformed their trading performance.

    The AI Advantage: Why DeckTrade Outperforms Manual Trading

    Traditional trading relies heavily on human decision-making, which is often influenced by emotions, bias, and reaction time delays. DeckTrade’s AI system eliminates these inefficiencies by using advanced machine learning models to analyze thousands of data points in real-time. This provides traders with:

    • Faster trade execution with minimal slippage
    • Data-driven decision-making without emotional bias
    • Automated portfolio adjustments based on market conditions
    • Advanced risk management strategies to protect capital

    Many traders have noted in decktrade reviews that AI-driven trading has helped them improve profitability and reduce losses, even during volatile market conditions.

    How DeckTrade Maximizes Profits for Traders

    1. AI-Driven Market Predictions

    DeckTrade’s AI system scans the markets 24/7, identifying trends before they fully develop. By detecting profitable opportunities early, traders using AI-powered tools can capitalize on market movements faster than manual traders.

    According to multiple decktrade reviews, users have seen higher accuracy in trade predictions, allowing them to enter and exit positions at optimal times.

    2. Smart Risk Management for Long-Term Stability

    AI not only helps in identifying profitable trades but also plays a crucial role in risk management. DeckTrade’s system automatically adjusts stop-loss and take-profit levels based on market volatility, ensuring traders maximize gains while minimizing potential losses.

    Traders frequently mention in decktrade reviews how the platform’s AI-driven risk management features have helped them preserve capital and protect their investments during market downturns.

    3. Automated Trading Without Emotional Bias

    One of the biggest challenges human traders face is emotional decision-making, which often leads to irrational trades driven by fear or greed. AI-powered trading on DeckTrade removes these emotional factors, ensuring that every trade is based on logic and data rather than human psychology.

    Many users in decktrade reviews have praised the automated nature of DeckTrade’s system, stating that it helps them maintain a disciplined trading approach without second-guessing their decisions.

    4. High-Speed Execution for Market Advantage

    The financial markets move fast, and delayed execution can cost traders valuable opportunities. DeckTrade’s AI trading system ensures that all orders are executed within milliseconds, reducing the risk of slippage and improving overall trade efficiency.

    Users frequently highlight in decktrade reviews how DeckTrade’s high-speed execution capabilities have allowed them to capitalize on short-term market fluctuations and maximize profits.

    What Traders Are Saying: DeckTrade Reviews Speak for Themselves

    The impact of DeckTrade’s AI-powered tools can be seen in the growing number of positive decktrade reviews. Traders worldwide have reported higher accuracy, better risk management, and increased profitability after integrating AI into their strategies.

    • Emma P., UK: “Since using DeckTrade’s AI system, my profits have increased significantly. I no longer need to spend hours analyzing charts—AI does the work for me!”
    • Daniel T., Australia: “Risk management was always my biggest struggle, but DeckTrade’s AI helps me set stop-losses automatically, which has made a huge difference.”
    • Sophia L., Canada: “The AI execution speed is amazing. My trades get placed instantly, ensuring I never miss a good entry.”
    • Liam K., UAE: “I’ve used several platforms, but DeckTrade is by far the best. The AI is incredibly accurate, and my results have improved dramatically.”

    With thousands of traders sharing their experiences in decktrade reviews, it’s clear that AI-driven trading is the future.

    The Future of Trading with DeckTrade

    As the trading industry evolves, AI-powered solutions like DeckTrade will continue to shape the way traders engage with financial markets. The platform is constantly improving its algorithms, adding new features, and expanding asset coverage to help traders achieve even better results.

    Future innovations in DeckTrade’s roadmap include:

    • More sophisticated AI models for even higher trading accuracy
    • Expanded trading assets, including forex, commodities, and indices
    • A mobile trading app for seamless AI-powered trading on the go
    • Enhanced AI-powered copy trading, allowing users to follow top-performing AI strategies

    Traders looking for an edge in today’s competitive markets will find that DeckTrade’s AI technology provides a clear advantage.

    Why Traders Are Choosing DeckTrade

    Traders are increasingly adopting AI-powered tools to improve their profitability, efficiency, and risk management. DeckTrade stands out as one of the most advanced AI-driven trading platforms, offering solutions that give traders:

    • Higher success rates with AI-optimized market strategies
    • Fully automated trading with minimal manual effort
    • Advanced risk management to protect capital
    • Real-time AI predictions for better decision-making

    For traders ready to maximize profits and automate their trading strategies, DeckTrade provides a reliable and powerful solution.

    Final Thoughts: AI Trading is the Future—Are You Ready?

    With the financial markets becoming increasingly competitive, traders need every advantage they can get. AI-driven solutions like DeckTrade are proving to be the key to unlocking greater profitability, efficiency, and consistency in trading.

    By leveraging the power of AI, traders can reduce risk, make smarter decisions, and maximize returns, all while saving time. The growing number of positive decktrade reviews speaks volumes about the platform’s effectiveness.

    For those looking to take their trading to the next level, now is the time to embrace AI-powered trading with DeckTrade.

    Start trading smarter today—visit DeckTrade to learn more.

    The MIL Network –

    March 8, 2025

  • MIL-OSI USA: Merkley, Wyden, Bipartisan Colleagues Push to Protect the Rights of Oregon, America’s Workers

    US Senate News:

    Source: United States Senator Ron Wyden (D-Ore)
    March 07, 2025
    Washington, D.C. – Oregon’s U.S. Senators Jeff Merkley and Ron Wyden joined Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) and Congressional and labor leaders to reintroduce the Richard L. Trumka Protecting the Right to Organize Act (PRO Act). This bipartisan legislation protects the rights of workers in Oregon and nationwide to stand together and bargain for fairer wages, better benefits, and safer workplaces. The legislation was named in honor of late AFL-CIO President Richard L. Trumka.
    “As the son of a union machinist, I saw firsthand the difference a strong union can make in delivering the fair wages and robust workplace protections that every worker deserves,” Merkley said. “Workers across the nation are under threat by Trump and the billionaires and the big corporations he empowers. Passing the PRO Act would give America’s workers a fighting chance to improve their workplace with better pay, benefits, and safety through collectively bargaining for a better deal.”
    “This legislation is very timely and essential with Donald Trump, Elon Musk and their billionaire buddies targeting workers’ most basic rights and most basic protections that were secured over decades by unions,” Wyden said. “I strongly support the PRO Act because it would protect workers’ hard-earned and historic rights to unionize and advocate for better wages, benefits and working conditions that strengthen quality of life for them, their families and our communities.”
    “Americans believe in the power of unions and tens of millions of working people would become union members tomorrow if they could. But American labor law is broken, weighted on the side of the bosses and against the workers. In too many workplaces, in too many industries across the country, big corporations and billionaire CEOs still retaliate against us for organizing. They refuse to negotiate our contracts, force us to sit through hours of anti-union propaganda, and engage in illegal union-busting every day. Now they have an unelected, unaccountable, union-buster trying to illegally fire tens of thousands of our fellow workers in federal jobs and an administration rolling back the workplace protections. The PRO Act is long overdue, and the American people agree. We urge elected leaders of both parties to move this critical legislation forward so that all workers have the chance to stand together and build better lives for themselves and their families,” said AFL-CIO President and Oregonian Liz Shuler.
    Large corporations and the wealthy continue to capture the rewards of a growing economy while working families and middle-class Americans are left behind. From 1979 to 2023, annual wages for the bottom 90 percent of households increased just 44 percent, while average incomes for the wealthiest 1 percent increased more than 180 percent.
    Unions are critical to increasing wages and creating a strong economy that rewards hardworking people. Through the power of collective bargaining, the typical union worker earns 16 percent more than the typical non-union worker.
    The American people’s support for unions is surging. According to a 2024 Gallup poll, 70 percent of Americans approve of labor unions — remaining at near record highs. Despite growing support for unions, billionaire- and special interest-funded attacks on the rights of workers, unions and labor laws have eroded union density and made it harder for workers to organize. The share of American workers who are union members has fallen from roughly one in three workers in 1956 to a new low of 9.9 percent in 2024. The PRO Act restores fairness to the economy by strengthening the federal law that protects the right of workers to join a union and bargain for higher pay, better benefits and safer workplaces.
    The PRO Act would protect the right to organize and collectively bargain by:
    Bolstering remedies and punishing violations of the rights of workers through authorizing meaningful penalties for employers that violate their rights, strengthening support for workers who suffer retaliation for exercising their rights and authorizing a private right of action for violation of the rights of workers.
    Strengthening the rights of workers to join together and negotiate for better working conditions by enhancing their right to support secondary boycotts, ensuring unions can collect “fair share” fees, modernizing the union election process and facilitating initial collective bargaining agreements.
    Restoring fairness to an economy rigged against workers by closing loopholes that allow employers to misclassify their employees as supervisors and independent contractors and increasing transparency in labor-management relations.
    Merkley, Wyden, and Sanders introduced the legislation alongside Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) and Senators Patty Murray (D-Wash.), Angela Alsobrooks (D-Md.), Tammy Baldwin (D-Wis.), Michael Bennet (D-Colo.), Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.), Lisa Blunt Rochester (D-Del.), Cory Booker (D-N.J.), Maria Cantwell (D-Wash.), Chris Coons (D-Del.), Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.), Tammy Duckworth (D-Ill.), Richard Durbin (D-Ill.), John Fetterman (D-Pa.), Ruben Gallego (D-Ariz.), Kirsten Gillibrand (D-N.Y.), Maggie Hassan (D-N.H.), Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), John Hickenlooper (D-Colo.), Mazie Hirono (D-Hawaii), Tim Kaine (D-Va.), Mark Kelly (D-Ariz.), Andy Kim (D-N.J.), Angus King (I-Maine), Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.), Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.), Ed Markey (D-Mass.), Chris Murphy (D-Conn.), Jon Ossoff (D-Ga.), Alex Padilla (D-Calif.), Gary Peters (D-Mich.), Jack Reed (D-R.I.), Jacky Rosen (D-Nev.), Brian Schatz (D-Hawaii), Adam Schiff (D-Calif.), Jeanne Shaheen (D-N.H.), Elissa Slotkin (D-Mich.), Tina Smith (D-Minn.), Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.), Raphael Warnock (D-Ga.), Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), Peter Welch (D-Vt.), and Sheldon Whitehouse (D-R.I.).
    In the House, Rep. Bobby Scott (D-Va.), House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.), and House Democratic Whip Katherine Clark (D-Mass.) led 210 Democratic and Republican cosponsors.
    Additionally, more than 18 organizations endorsed the PRO Act, including the AFL-CIO, Service Employees International Union (SEIU), United Autoworkers (UAW), United Steelworkers (USW), Communications Workers of America (CWA), National Nurses United (NNU), International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (IATSE), Department for Professional Employees, AFL-CIO (DPE), National Postal Mail Handlers Union (NPMHU), American Federation of Teachers (AFT), International Association of Sheet Metal, Air, Rail and Transportation Workers (SMART), the American Federation of Musicians, International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM), International Union of Bricklayers and Allied Craftworkers, Laborers’ International Union of North America (LiUNA), Transport Workers Union (TWU), International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW), and the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades (IUPAT).
    Read the bill text here.
    Read a fact sheet here.
    Read a section-by-section summary here.

    MIL OSI USA News –

    March 8, 2025

  • MIL-OSI USA: Department of State Employee Charged for Conspiracy to Gather, Transmit, or Lose National Defense Information

    Source: US State of North Dakota

    View the complaint affidavit.

    Michael Charles Schena, 42, of Alexandria, Virginia, was arrested on criminal charges related to his alleged participation in a criminal conspiracy to gather, transmit, or lose national defense information.

    According to court documents, Schena is employed by the U.S. Department of State (DOS) working out of DOS Headquarters in Washington, D.C. Schena held a top secret security clearance and had access to information up to the secret level within his DOS workspace. Beginning in or about April 2022, Schena allegedly communicated with people he met online through various communication platforms and provided them with information they were not authorized to receive. In return, Schena received payments. On Feb. 27, Schena allegedly used a cellphone to take images of multiple documents, which were displayed on the monitor of his classified computer and marked as “SECRET.” Schena then allegedly left work and returned to his home in Alexandria, where the cellphone was seized.        

    Schena is charged with conspiracy to gather, transmit, or lose national defense information and faces a penalty of up to 10 years in prison. A federal district court judge will determine any sentence after considering the U.S. Sentencing Guidelines and other statutory factors.

    The FBI Washington Field Office investigated the case with assistance from the FBI Richmond Field Office, the Department of Justice’s Office of Enforcement Operations, and the Department of State’s Diplomatic Security Service Office of Counterintelligence.

    Assistant U.S. Attorneys Michael Ben’Ary and Gavin R. Tisdale for the Eastern District of Virginia and Trial Attorney Maria Fedor of the National Security Division’s Counterintelligence and Export Control Section are prosecuting the case.

    A criminal complaint is merely an allegation. All defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.

    MIL OSI USA News –

    March 8, 2025

  • MIL-OSI Security: Department of State Employee Charged for Conspiracy to Gather, Transmit, or Lose National Defense Information

    Source: United States Attorneys General

    View the complaint affidavit.

    Michael Charles Schena, 42, of Alexandria, Virginia, was arrested on criminal charges related to his alleged participation in a criminal conspiracy to gather, transmit, or lose national defense information.

    According to court documents, Schena is employed by the U.S. Department of State (DOS) working out of DOS Headquarters in Washington, D.C. Schena held a top secret security clearance and had access to information up to the secret level within his DOS workspace. Beginning in or about April 2022, Schena allegedly communicated with people he met online through various communication platforms and provided them with information they were not authorized to receive. In return, Schena received payments. On Feb. 27, Schena allegedly used a cellphone to take images of multiple documents, which were displayed on the monitor of his classified computer and marked as “SECRET.” Schena then allegedly left work and returned to his home in Alexandria, where the cellphone was seized.        

    Schena is charged with conspiracy to gather, transmit, or lose national defense information and faces a penalty of up to 10 years in prison. A federal district court judge will determine any sentence after considering the U.S. Sentencing Guidelines and other statutory factors.

    The FBI Washington Field Office investigated the case with assistance from the FBI Richmond Field Office, the Department of Justice’s Office of Enforcement Operations, and the Department of State’s Diplomatic Security Service Office of Counterintelligence.

    Assistant U.S. Attorneys Michael Ben’Ary and Gavin R. Tisdale for the Eastern District of Virginia and Trial Attorney Maria Fedor of the National Security Division’s Counterintelligence and Export Control Section are prosecuting the case.

    A criminal complaint is merely an allegation. All defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.

    MIL Security OSI –

    March 8, 2025

  • MIL-OSI USA: News 03/7/2025 Blackburn Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Protect Senior Citizens from Dating App Scams

    US Senate News:

    Source: United States Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn)

    NASHVILLE. Tenn. – U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) released the following statement after introducing the Romance Scam Prevention Act, which would require dating apps and services to issue fraud ban notifications to users who have interacted with a person removed from the app: 

    “Scammers are merciless in their exploitation of senior citizens who join dating apps to establish meaningful connections but instead end up losing their life savings to con artists who prey on their vulnerabilities,” said Senator Blackburn. “The Romance Scam Prevention Act would put critical safeguards in place to protect all dating app users – but especially senior citizens – from fraudulent schemes.”

    In recent years, digital romance scams have become more common as scammers target recently widowed or divorced senior citizens due to their vulnerabilities and access to cash. In 2023, Tennesseans over the age of 60 lost $43 million due to scams targeting the elderly, marking an 18% increase from the losses reported in 2022. Across the country, the Federal Trade Commission reported that romance scams resulted in victims losing $1.3 billion in 2022 alone. Senator John Hickenlooper (D-Colo.) co-sponsored this legislation. 

    Representative David Valadao (R-Calif.) is leading the effort to introduce this legislation in the House:

    “Online dating has become an increasingly common way for people to connect, but unfortunately, it’s also a tool for scammers looking to take advantage of unsuspecting users,”said Representative Valadao. “Romance scammers use fake identities to build trust and exploit their victims financially, which has cost Americans over a billion dollars per year. This bipartisan, bicameral bill provides transparency, empowers users to make informed decisions, and reinforces best practices to prevent online scams. I’m proud to help lead the effort to make online dating safer and protect Americans of all ages from financial fraud.”

    BACKGROUND

    • As Americans continue to go online to find meaningful relationships, scammers are following suit. These scams accelerated during the COVID pandemic when more senior citizens turned to dating sites for companionship while they were isolated from their loved ones.
    • When an online dating service provider becomes aware of a user committing fraudulent activity, such as illegally obtaining money, the online dating service provider immediately deactivates the fraudulent user’s account.  
    • However, individuals who meet online often take their conversations to other communication platforms, so even when a fraudulent account is removed, an individual might not know they are still communicating with someone who has been removed from the dating platform. 
    • The Romance Scam Prevention Act would fill this communication gap by requiring dating app platforms to send a fraud ban notification to anyone who has communicated with someone with a fraudulent account.  

    Click here for bill text.

    Click here to read more about the red flag indicators of romance scams and how to avoid becoming a victim of a romance scam.

    MIL OSI USA News –

    March 8, 2025

  • MIL-OSI USA: Padilla Cosponsors Bipartisan, Bicameral Legislation to Protect the Rights of American Workers to Organize

    US Senate News:

    Source: United States Senator Alex Padilla (D-Calif.)

    Padilla Cosponsors Bipartisan, Bicameral Legislation to Protect the Rights of American Workers to Organize

    WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Alex Padilla (D-Calif.) joined Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) and a bipartisan group of Senate and House colleagues in introducing the Richard L. Trumka Protecting the Right to Organize Act (PRO Act), comprehensive labor legislation to protect the rights of workers to stand together and bargain for fairer wages, better benefits, and safer workplaces. The legislation was renamed in honor of former AFL-CIO President Richard L. Trumka.

    The American people’s support for unions is surging. According to a 2024 Gallup poll, 70 percent of Americans approve of labor unions — remaining at near record highs. Despite this growing support, billionaire- and special interest-funded attacks on the rights of workers, unions, and labor laws have eroded union density and made it harder for workers to organize. The share of American workers who are union members has fallen from roughly one in three workers in 1956 to a new low of around one in 10 in 2024. The PRO Act restores fairness to the economy by strengthening the federal law that protects the right of workers to join a union and bargain for higher pay, better benefits, and safer workplaces.

    The legislation is led by Senator Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) and Representative Bobby Scott (D-Va.-03), alongside Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.), House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.-08), House Democratic Whip Katherine Clark (D-Mass.-05), and Senator Patty Murray (D-Wash.). It is cosponsored by every Democratic Senator.

    “As Donald Trump and Elon Musk take a chainsaw to the federal workforce and longstanding labor guardrails, the right to unionize is under attack,” said Senator Padilla. “Every worker deserves access to the protections offered by unions, which help level the playing field and fight against corrupt corporate power grabs by Trump’s billionaire donors. Unions help workers achieve improved working conditions, living wages, and broader benefits. I am committed to ensuring Congress does its part to protect workers and make it easier for them to bargain for fair compensation for their work. That starts with finally passing the PRO Act.”

    “Never before in the history of our nation have income and wealth inequality been greater than today. Workers are falling further and further behind. In response, millions of Americans have expressed their desire to join a union,” said Senator Sanders. “However, the billionaire class is fighting with all its might to put down attempts by workers to exercise their constitutional right to unionize. That includes the decision by President Trump to illegally fire National Labor Relations Board Member Gwynne Wilcox and effectively shut down the NLRB. Without a functioning NLRB, corporate bosses can illegally fire unionizing workers, flagrantly violate labor laws and render free and fair union elections near impossible. Supporting the immediate reinstatement of Member Wilcox and the swift passage of the PRO Act would be major steps toward building real worker power. The PRO Act is long overdue and I am proud to be introducing this bill in the Senate.”

    “Americans believe in the power of unions and tens of millions of working people would become union members tomorrow if they could. But American labor law is broken, weighted on the side of the bosses and against the workers. In too many workplaces, in too many industries across the country, big corporations and billionaire CEOs still retaliate against us for organizing. They refuse to negotiate our contracts, force us to sit through hours of anti-union propaganda, and engage in illegal union-busting every day. Now they have an unelected, unaccountable, union-buster trying to illegally fire tens of thousands of our fellow workers in federal jobs and an administration rolling back the workplace protections. The PRO Act is long overdue, and the American people agree. We urge elected leaders of both parties to move this critical legislation forward so that all workers have the chance to stand together and build better lives for themselves and their families,” said AFL-CIO President Liz Shuler.

    Large corporations and the wealthy continue to reap the rewards of a growing economy while working families and middle-class Americans are left behind. From 1979 to 2023, annual wages for the bottom 90 percent of households increased just 44 percent, while average incomes for the wealthiest 1 percent increased more than 180 percent.

    Unions are critical to increasing wages and creating a strong economy that rewards hardworking people. Through the power of collective bargaining, the typical union worker earns 16 percent more than the typical non-union worker.

    Specifically, the PRO Act would protect the right to organize and collectively bargain by:

    • Bolstering remedies and punishing violations of the rights of workers through authorizing meaningful penalties for employers that violate their rights, strengthening support for workers who suffer retaliation for exercising their rights, and authorizing a private right of action for violation of the rights of workers.
    • Strengthening the rights of workers to join together and negotiate for better working conditions by enhancing their right to support secondary boycotts, ensuring unions can collect “fair share” fees, modernizing the union election process, and facilitating initial collective bargaining agreements.
    • Restoring fairness to an economy rigged against workers by closing loopholes that allow employers to misclassify their employees as supervisors and independent contractors and increasing transparency in labor-management relations.

    Organizations endorsing the PRO Act include the AFL-CIO, Service Employees International Union (SEIU), United Autoworkers (UAW), United Steelworkers (USW), Communications Workers of America (CWA), National Nurses United (NNU), International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (IATSE), Department for Professional Employees, AFL-CIO (DPE), National Postal Mail Handlers Union (NPMHU), American Federation of Teachers (AFT), International Association of Sheet Metal, Air, Rail and Transportation Workers (SMART), the American Federation of Musicians, International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM), International Union of Bricklayers and Allied Craftworkers, Laborers’ International Union of North America (LiUNA), Transport Workers Union (TWU), International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW), and the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades (IUPAT).

    Senator Padilla is a longtime advocate for protecting workers’ rights and fighting for their safety. Padilla recently introduced bipartisan, bicameral legislation to ensure that truckers are compensated fairly for the hours that they are on the clock, including overtime. Last month, Padilla joined every Democratic senator and a bipartisan group of 213 Representatives in urging President Trump to immediately reinstate National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) Member Gwynne Wilcox and restore the NLRB’s ability to protect the rights of American workers to organize and collectively bargain. In 2023, Padilla announced the Asunción Valdivia Heat, Illness, Injury and Fatality Prevention Act to protect the safety and health of workers who are exposed to dangerous heat conditions in the workplace. He also cosponsored a pair of bills to hold companies who engage in union busting activities accountable and to protect striking workers’ access to health care. Additionally, he introduced the Fairness for Farm Workers Act, legislation to update the nation’s labor laws to ensure farm workers receive fairer wages and compensation. Padilla previously cosponsored the Nationwide Right to Unionize Act, legislation that would support the right to unionize by prohibiting states from banning union security agreements through “right-to-work” laws.

    A one-pager on the bill is available here. A section-by-section summary of the bill is available here.

    Full text of the bill is available here.

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    March 8, 2025

  • MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Import ban of cattle, pigs, sheep and deer from Hungary and Slovakia to protect farmers after foot and mouth case

    Source: United Kingdom – Executive Government & Departments

    News story

    Import ban of cattle, pigs, sheep and deer from Hungary and Slovakia to protect farmers after foot and mouth case

    Import ban introduced to prevent the spread of foot and mouth disease.

    The government has stepped up measures to prevent the spread of foot and mouth disease (FMD), following a confirmed case in Hungary. 

    The Government has acted immediately to prevent the commercial import from Hungary and Slovakia of cattle, pigs, sheep, goats and other non- domestic ruminants and porcines such as deer and their untreated products, such as fresh meat and dairy. This will protect farmers and their livestock. 

    The case has been found on a cattle farm in the North West of Hungary, near the border with Slovakia. Observed clinical signs were reported to national authorities who have now formally confirmed infection with FMD following testing.   

    Action is already underway with local authorities and traders to address possible risks from goods on the way to GB. Such goods must be pre-notified and wider border systems in place will prevent consignments entering GB. This is in addition to restrictions already in place for equivalent exports from Germany, following an outbreak in a water buffalo herd in Brandenburg on 10 January 2025.   

    In addition, as of 8 March, travellers will no longer be able to bring meat, meat products, milk and dairy products, certain composite products and animal by products of pigs and ruminants from Hungary and Slovakia to Great Britain.    

    The UK Chief Veterinary Officer is urging livestock keepers to remain vigilant to the clinical signs of FMD following the recent outbreaks in Hungary and Germany. There are no cases in the UK currently.  

    FMD poses no risk to human or food safety, but is a highly contagious viral disease of cattle, sheep, pigs and other cloven-hoofed animals such as deer, llamas and alpacas. Rodents can also be affected. Livestock keepers should therefore be absolutely rigorous about their biosecurity.  

    FMD causes significant economic losses due to production losses in the affected animals as well as loss of access to foreign markets for animals, meat and milk for affected countries.  

    UK Chief Veterinary Officer Dr Christine Middlemiss said:  

    We remain in contact with our Hungarian counterparts to understand the latest situation following their confirmation of a single case of foot and mouth disease, measures are now being taken to contain and eradicate the outbreak.

    I would urge livestock keepers to exercise the upmost vigilance for signs of disease, follow scrupulous biosecurity and report any suspicion of disease immediately to the Animal and Plant Health Agency.  

    Farming Minister Daniel Zeichner said:  

    The government will do whatever it takes to protect our nation’s farmers from the risk posed by foot and mouth disease.  

    That is why restrictions have immediately been brought in on animal products from Hungary and Slovakia to prevent an outbreak. We will not hesitate to add additional countries to the list if the disease spreads. We will continue to keep the situation under review working closely with the Hungarian and Slovakian authorities.

    Action is already underway with local authorities and traders to address possible risks from goods on the way to GB. Such goods must be pre-notified and wider border systems in place will prevent consignments entering GB. This is in addition to restrictions already in place for equivalent exports from Germany, following an outbreak in a water buffalo herd in Brandenburg on 10 January 2025.   

    This comes as the government announced a £200 million investment in the UK’s main research and laboratory testing facilities at Weybridge to bolster protection against animal disease.  

    What you can do  

    If you’re an animal keeper, read about how to spot foot and mouth disease and report it.  

    If you’re an importer or exporter, read about the import restrictions for foot and mouth disease.   

    Clinical signs to be aware of vary depending on the animals, but in cattle the main signs are sores and blisters on the feet, mouth and tongue with potentially a fever, lameness and a reluctance to feed. In sheep and pigs, signs tend to manifest with lameness with potential for blistering.    

    Maintaining good biosecurity is essential to protecting the health and welfare of herds and critical to preventing the spread of diseases such as FMD and preventing an outbreak spreading.  

    Foot and mouth disease is a notifiable disease and must be reported. If you suspect foot and mouth disease in your animals, you must report it immediately by calling:  

    • 03000 200 301 in England   

    • 0300 303 8268 in Wales   

    • your local  Field Services Office in Scotland  

    For more information, visit: Imports, exports and EU trade of animals and animal products: topical issues – GOV.UK

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    March 8, 2025

  • MIL-OSI: Castillo Trade’s New Smart Trading Bots Outperform Human Traders by 72%

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    London, UK, March 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Castillo Trade has taken a major leap forward in trading automation with the launch of its Smart Trading Bots, which have demonstrated a 72% higher success rate than human traders in live market conditions. This groundbreaking development cements Castillo Trade’s position as a leader in AI-driven trading solutions, giving both retail and institutional traders a significant advantage in the ever-evolving financial markets.

    By integrating advanced machine learning, real-time market analysis, and predictive algorithms, Castillo Trade has created one of the most powerful trading automation tools available today. Whether it’s crypto, forex, or stocks, these AI-driven bots are designed to maximize profitability, minimize risk, and execute trades with unparalleled precision.

    The Future of Trading: AI vs. Human Traders

    The debate over AI vs. human traders has intensified in recent years, as artificial intelligence continues to outperform even the most seasoned professionals. While human traders rely on experience, intuition, and manual strategies, AI-powered bots from Castillo Trade have the ability to:

    • Analyze vast amounts of data in milliseconds
    • Execute trades with perfect timing and zero emotional bias
    • Adapt to changing market conditions instantly

    These advantages give AI-powered trading an edge over human decision-making, allowing for faster, more accurate, and more profitable trades.

    According to internal performance tests, the new Smart Trading Bots from Castillo Trade achieved a 72% higher success rate compared to human traders, marking a significant breakthrough in algorithmic trading technology.

    How Castillo Trade’s Smart Trading Bots Achieve Superior Performance

    1. AI-Powered Market Analysis

    The Smart Trading Bots analyze millions of data points across multiple financial markets in real time. Using machine learning algorithms, the bots detect profitable trading opportunities and execute orders at the optimal moment—something human traders cannot do with the same level of speed or accuracy.

    2. Automated Risk Management

    Risk management is a critical component of successful trading. Castillo Trade’s bots employ automated risk controls, including stop-loss, take-profit, and trailing stop mechanisms, to protect traders from unnecessary losses while maximizing their potential gains.

    3. 24/7 Trading with Zero Downtime

    Unlike human traders who need rest, AI-powered bots operate 24/7, ensuring continuous market monitoring and execution of trades at all hours. This eliminates missed opportunities and allows traders to profit from price movements around the clock.

    4. Emotional-Free Trading

    One of the biggest weaknesses of human traders is emotional decision-making. Fear and greed often lead to poor trading choices, hesitation, and losses. Castillo Trade’s AI-driven bots execute trades based purely on data and logic, removing emotional bias from the equation.

    5. High-Speed Execution for Market Advantage

    The Smart Trading Bots execute trades within milliseconds, capitalizing on market fluctuations before the competition. This speed advantage ensures that traders using Castillo Trade stay ahead in the fast-moving financial markets.

    What This Means for Traders

    The introduction of Castillo Trade’s Smart Trading Bots is a game-changer for traders of all experience levels. Whether you’re a beginner looking for automation or an advanced trader seeking an AI-powered edge, these bots provide:

    • Increased profitability with a 72% higher success rate than human traders
    • Reduced trading risks through AI-driven risk management
    • Hands-free trading with real-time automation
    • A smarter way to navigate volatile markets with predictive analytics

    With AI taking over manual charting, analysis, and execution, traders can focus on strategy while letting the bots handle the execution with higher accuracy and efficiency.

    Industry Experts Weigh In on Castillo Trade’s Smart Bots

    The trading industry has taken notice of this innovation, with experts praising Castillo Trade for its commitment to AI-powered trading solutions.

    “AI trading is no longer the future—it’s the present. Castillo Trade’s Smart Trading Bots give traders a clear competitive advantage by making faster, data-driven decisions without hesitation,” said Michael Jensen, a senior market analyst.

    Another industry veteran, Sarah Collins, added:
    “The ability to trade with AI at this level of accuracy is something human traders simply cannot match. Castillo Trade has created a truly revolutionary product.”

    What’s Next for Castillo Trade?

    With AI-driven trading growing rapidly, Castillo Trade has ambitious plans to continue enhancing its technology. Future developments include:

    • Even more advanced AI algorithms for market prediction
    • Integration with decentralized finance (DeFi) trading strategies
    • Expanded asset support, including commodities and NFTs
    • A mobile app for easy access to AI-powered trading on the go

    As financial markets evolve, Castillo Trade is dedicated to staying at the forefront of innovation, ensuring that traders always have access to the most powerful AI trading tools available.

    Why Traders Are Switching to Castillo Trade’s Smart Bots

    As more traders seek automation and AI-driven strategies, Castillo Trade’s Smart Trading Bots provide the ultimate solution. Key benefits include:

    • Fully automated execution with minimal manual input
    • Market-leading AI algorithms for predictive trading
    • 24/7 monitoring and trade execution
    • Advanced risk management features to protect capital
    • No emotional trading—only data-driven decision-making

    By eliminating human error and enhancing profitability, these AI-powered bots make trading more efficient, consistent, and profitable.

    Final Thoughts: The Future of Trading is AI-Driven

    With 72% higher profitability compared to human traders, Castillo Trade’s Smart Trading Bots are setting a new industry standard for AI-powered investing. Traders looking to maximize their profits, automate their strategies, and gain a competitive edge should consider making the switch today.

    As AI continues to dominate financial markets, traders who embrace automation will stay ahead of the curve—and Castillo Trade is leading the way.

    Ready to experience the power of AI trading?
    Start using Castillo Trade’s Smart Trading Bots today and take your trading to the next level.

    Visit Castillo Trade for more information.

    The MIL Network –

    March 8, 2025

  • MIL-OSI: Nokia Corporation: Repurchase of own shares on 07.03.2025

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    Nokia Corporation
    Stock Exchange Release
    7 March 2025 at 22:30 EET

    Nokia Corporation: Repurchase of own shares on 07.03.2025

    Espoo, Finland – On 7 March 2025 Nokia Corporation (LEI: 549300A0JPRWG1KI7U06) has acquired its own shares (ISIN FI0009000681) as follows:

    Trading venue (MIC Code) Number of shares Weighted average price / share, EUR*
    XHEL 2,323,101 4.80
    CEUX 1,122,657 4.81
    BATE – –
    AQEU 169,407 4.80
    TQEX 128,083 4.80
    Total 3,743,248 4.81

    * Rounded to two decimals

    On 22 November 2024, Nokia announced that its Board of Directors is initiating a share buyback program to offset the dilutive effect of new Nokia shares issued to the shareholders of Infinera Corporation and certain Infinera Corporation share-based incentives. The repurchases in compliance with the Market Abuse Regulation (EU) 596/2014 (MAR), the Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2016/1052 and under the authorization granted by Nokia’s Annual General Meeting on 3 April 2024 started on 25 November 2024 and end by 31 December 2025 and target to repurchase 150 million shares for a maximum aggregate purchase price of EUR 900 million.

    Total cost of transactions executed on 7 March 2025 was EUR 17 987 430. After the disclosed transactions, Nokia Corporation holds 153 058 513 treasury shares.

    Details of transactions are included as an appendix to this announcement.

    On behalf of Nokia Corporation

    BofA Securities Europe SA

    About Nokia
    At Nokia, we create technology that helps the world act together.

    As a B2B technology innovation leader, we are pioneering networks that sense, think and act by leveraging our work across mobile, fixed and cloud networks. In addition, we create value with intellectual property and long-term research, led by the award-winning Nokia Bell Labs which is celebrating 100 years of innovation.

    With truly open architectures that seamlessly integrate into any ecosystem, our high-performance networks create new opportunities for monetization and scale. Service providers, enterprises and partners worldwide trust Nokia to deliver secure, reliable and sustainable networks today – and work with us to create the digital services and applications of the future.

    Inquiries:

    Nokia Communications
    Phone: +358 10 448 4900
    Email: press.services@nokia.com
    Maria Vaismaa, Global Head of External Communications

    Nokia Investor Relations
    Phone: +358 931 580 507
    Email: investor.relations@nokia.com

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    March 8, 2025

  • MIL-OSI Economics: Angela Merkel highlights multilateralism’s role in global co-operation, women’s participation in trade

    Source: WTO

    Headline: Angela Merkel highlights multilateralism’s role in global co-operation, women’s participation in trade

    In her lecture titled “Empowering women through multilateral cooperation”, Dr Merkel highlighted the importance of establishing rules and standards to ensure women have equal access to economic opportunities. She underscored that supply chain diversification presents unique opportunities for women, particularly in emerging and developing economies. She called on more women to be engaged in these expanding markets and for countries to draw on a broader talent pool, driving innovation and growth.
    The former German Chancellor noted that global institutions like the WTO play a significant role through initiatives such as the Informal Working Group on Women and Trade and various other initiatives that produce empirical evidence of the benefits of multilateralism for women. Additionally, the WTO collaborates with other international bodies, such as the World Bank, the International Development Fund (IDF) and the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD), to advance policies that enhance women’s participation in the global economy. These partnerships aim to create equitable trade policies that ensure women’s access to finance and opportunities in global markets, she said.
    Beyond women’s rights, Dr Merkel emphasized the broader significance of multilateralism in achieving economic stability. Acknowledging the current challenges of multilateral cooperation, she called on the audience to maintain strong convictions about what international cooperation has achieved in recent decades in terms of economic growth and poverty reduction around the world.
    Stressing the relevance of the WTO as the organization that accounts for 98 per cent of global trade,  Dr Merkel stressed the pivotal role the multilateral trading system has played in providing global economic stability, fostering international trade and promoting open and fair markets to the advantage of both industrialized and developing countries. Drawing from the lessons from past global economic crises, she emphasized the role governments and international organizations have played in mitigating financial and health crises and enabling economic resilience.
    One of the priority areas for discussion she mentioned was the WTO Appellate Body and the need to restore it as it has an essential role in enforcing trade agreements and maintaining the credibility of the organization. Ensuring there is an Appellate Body that has teeth and is operational will be central to global trade governance in the future, she noted.
    The former German Chancellor said the European Union is proof that multilateralism is complicated but with sufficient political will it offers a win-win solution for all. She expressed hope that all the important players on the international trade scene would be able to understand this and not reject the fact that the path of consensus always leaves the doors open for mutual benefits. 
    In her welcoming remarks, WTO Director-General Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala referred to Dr Merkel as a “stalwart supporter” of the multilateral trading system and the WTO. She is someone who was a “central actor in the global arena” over a 16-year tenure that was marked by economic and health crises, she added.
    DG Okonjo-Iweala highlighted persistent gender gaps in political and business leadership, within societies and homes, and in organizations such as the WTO. “For all the progress we have made, we still have a long way to go. But Dr Merkel has helped us envision a more equal world. When Olaf Scholz succeeded her as Chancellor in December 2021, a generation of German boys discovered that the country’s top job could also be done by a man,” she said.
    DG Okonjo-Iweala also reflected on the “grave challenges” the international economic order is currently confronting. She emphasized that despite all of its shortcomings the system has for 80 years enabled unprecedented prosperity and poverty reduction. “Conflict and climate change are exacting a growing human toll. Progress on economic development and gender equality is stalling. Rising economic uncertainty is diminishing people’s prospects – nowhere more so than in the poorest countries,” she said.
    In this context, DG Okonjo-Iweala stressed the importance of the WTO and the need for members to be mindful of the power of cooperation and understanding. She cited an early speech of Dr Merkel to the European Parliament where she said that in order to reach agreements, things must be looked at through other people’s eyes. “We need more of that here,” she said.
    The Director-General mentioned her recent trip to Washington D.C., where she met with the Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick and the United States Trade Representative (USTR) Ambassador Jamieson Greer. Despite criticisms of the WTO in a recently released report, the US signalled its intent to remain engaged in the organization, she said. This suggests there is an opportunity to address their concerns through existing WTO mechanisms, reinforcing the importance of continued dialogue and cooperation within the organization, she added.
    Dr Merkel’s lecture was followed by a fireside chat moderated by Richard Quest, CNN’s international business correspondent. Held in conjunction with International Women’s Day, the lecture and discussion served as an opportunity to highlight female leadership and women’s empowerment in international economic governance.
    A recording of the event can be viewed here.
    Presidential Lecture Series
    The lecture series provides a platform for distinguished speakers from all walks of life, ranging from presidents, prime ministers and high-level politicians to business leaders, scientists, authors and philanthropists, to discuss multilateral cooperation and global governance issues, including trade-related matters and sustainable development goals. Several lectures are held annually at the WTO’s headquarters in Geneva.
    More information on the lecture series is available here.

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  • MIL-OSI Economics: Working group on MSMEs focuses on good regulatory practices and informal economy

    Source: WTO

    Headline: Working group on MSMEs focuses on good regulatory practices and informal economy

    Good regulatory practices and the informal economy
    The United Kingdom provided an overview of its Better Regulation Framework (BRF), launched in September 2023, which aims to manage the flow of regulation and assess its impact on business. The UK outlined its approach to regulatory impact assessment and stakeholder consultation to ensure MSMEs’ input is included in policy development and review to maintain regulatory effectiveness.
    Participants exchanged views on the involvement of MSMEs in trade regulation and legislative processes, the communication of regulatory changes, and whether impact studies have been conducted to assess the effects of new regulations on MSMEs. Discussions also covered the inclusion of good regulatory practices in regional trade agreements, particularly in relation to MSMEs and inclusive trade.
    As an outcome of the discussions, the Group agreed to develop a compendium on good regulatory practices for MSMEs.
    The session also featured presentations from the International Labour Organization (ILO), the International Trade Centre (ITC), the World Bank and Serviço Brasileiro de Apoio às Micro e Pequenas Empresas (SEBRAE, Brazil) on business informality, focusing on challenges faced by MSMEs in transitioning from the informal to the formal economy. Presentations also covered how informal trade takes place in practice in some regions. The discussion, initiated by a proposal from Mexico, highlighted key barriers to formalization and the role of legal frameworks and international cooperation in addressing these challenges.
    Global SME Ministerial Conference
    H.E. Dr. Mzukisi Qobo, Ambassador of South Africa, briefed the Group on the upcoming Global SME Ministerial Conference, which will take place in Durban, South Africa, from 22 to 24 July. He highlighted that the conference will provide opportunities to MSMEs to engage with investors, showcase success stories and learn from small businesses that have successfully entered global value chains.
    Ms Dorothy Tembo, Deputy Executive Director of International Trade Centre, stated that the conference aims to bring together 47 dedicated ministers on SMEs to exchange best practices and discuss key emerging issues that affect small businesses.
    Success stories
    In line with the Group’s efforts to strengthen private sector engagement, the meeting featured a presentation from Fairafric, a Ghanaian-German chocolate producer. The company shared insights on overcoming supply chain challenges in West Africa and at a global scale by prioritizing local value addition in Ghanaian communities and investing in capacity building and finding creative solutions. Fairafric operates the first solar-powered organic chocolate factory and utilizes biodegradable packaging, showcasing sustainability in its business model.
    Updates
    The World Customs Organisation provided an update on the joint report on the integration of MSMEs into Authorized Economic Operator Programmes. The joint report builds on the compendium on the topic and incorporates findings from a 2024 survey. The report is jointly prepared by the WCO, the WTO and the International Chamber of Commerce.
    Brunei Darussalam, Paraguay and Ukraine shared updates on the implementation of the December 2020 MSME package of recommendations. They highlighted how their latest trade policy reviews have incorporated information on measures taken to integrate their micro small and medium-sized enterprises into global trade.
    The Coordinator, Ambassador Matthew Wilson of Barbados, drew members’ attention to the 2025 Small Business Champions competition. The title of this year’s competition is “Completing the Loop: Helping small businesses contribute to the circular economy”.  The competition was launched on 28 January and is open for applications until 28 March.
    Preparations for MC14
    The Group exchanged views on advancing its work in preparation for the 14th Ministerial Conference (MC14) in March 2026. The Coordinator suggested drawing lessons from past thematic discussions. Other ideas included the development of a handbook based on private sector engagements organized by the Group. Members were encouraged to submit concrete proposals reflecting topics discussed in Group meetings. The Coordinator will consult further with members to determine the best way forward.

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  • MIL-OSI Economics: WEIDE Fund for women entrepreneurs to start roll-out in four beneficiary countries

    Source: WTO

    Headline: WEIDE Fund for women entrepreneurs to start roll-out in four beneficiary countries

    WTO Director-General Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala said: “As you all know, digital trade is the fastest-growing segment of global commerce, with trade in digitally delivered services reaching an astounding US$ 4.25 trillion in 2023. With digital trade, women entrepreneurs have the opportunity to leapfrog market barriers in a way that was impossible before. This fund represents a unique opportunity for women entrepreneurs to develop their businesses, create jobs, and expand into international markets.”
    “In our first four partner countries, the WEIDE Fund will kick off with business plan competitions, giving women entrepreneurs a chance to access tailored financial and technical support. Applications will open in these countries, inviting women entrepreneurs to submit their business plans and proposals. Our goal is ambitious but clear: in this first phase we want to empower 400 women entrepreneurs, reshaping the entrepreneurial landscape of these countries and setting a new standard for inclusive economic growth,” DG Okonjo-Iweala said.
    ITC Executive Director Pamela Coke-Hamilton said: “Each of these institutions has an impressive track record of empowering the women entrepreneurs in their countries, and deep expertise in the new technologies and tools that are part and parcel of our increasingly digital world. They are ready and raring to go—and we are too.”
    The following four business support organizations will be supporting implementation in the beneficiary countries: ProDominicana, the Jordan Enterprise Development Corporation (JEDCO), the Mongolian National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (MNCCI), and the Nigerian Export Promotion Council (NEPC).
    Two tracks of assistance will be available for women entrepreneurs. Track One, the Discovery Track, will help women-led micro and small businesses increase their competitiveness, with a focus on improving digital skills, expanding professional networks and enhancing market access. The programme of support is expected to last approximately 9-12 months.
    Under Track One, the WEIDE Fund will provide an initial grant of between US$ 2,000 and US$ 5,000 to each selected business to provide working capital or for the purchase of equipment. This grant will be disbursed in two instalments, with each business required to set clear business objectives, demonstrate commitment to the aims of the Fund and undergo performance checks. In addition, technical assistance will include business coaching and a resulting business plan that will guide the entrepreneur on how to use the resources provided through the discovery grant.
    Track Two, the Booster Track for more established enterprises, will help exporting/export-ready women-led small and medium sized businesses scale up their export activities and expand their markets, with a focus on using digital platforms to do so. The programme for each business is expected to last approximately 18 months.
    Under Track Two, the WEIDE Fund will provide a booster grant of up to US$ 30,000. Moreover, the technical assistance associated with the Booster Grant includes bespoke coaching to help the enterprise develop a business acceleration plan. More information on the two tracks of assistance is available here.
    Unveiled by the WTO Secretariat and the ITC in February 2024 at the 13th Ministerial Conference (MC13) in Abu Dhabi, the WEIDE Fund aims to increase the participation of women entrepreneurs in global value chains, resulting in expanded economic opportunities and improved livelihoods. It also aims to increase the adoption of digital technologies by women entrepreneurs, including expanding their presence on digital platforms. Since its launch, the WEIDE Fund has already raised US$ 22 million, with a goal of reaching US$ 50 million.
    More information on the WEIDE Fund can be accessed here.

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