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Trump Absence at Climate Conference: US Cities Lead the Way

by Lucas Fernandez – World Editor
written by Lucas Fernandez – World Editor

Trump Skips‌ UN Climate Summit, Denies venezuela​ Attack Plans

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Published: November 3, 2023 | Last Updated: November 3, 2023

US Absence at Belém ​Climate ⁤Conference

US President Donald Trump will not personally attend the United Nations climate conference, scheduled to take place in Belém, Brazil, from November 10th to 21st. This decision comes as the United ‍States,⁢ the world’s second-largest greenhouse gas emitter, has once again withdrawn from the ‌Paris Climate Agreement.

During his first term (2017-2021), President Trump initially cancelled the​ landmark agreement,​ designed to limit global temperature increases to under two degrees Celsius compared to pre-industrial levels. His governance ⁣has consistently prioritized ⁤increased domestic​ oil and gas production.

Despite‌ the President’s⁤ absence, a significant delegation from ⁣the​ US‍ is expected to participate. Over‍ one hundred ⁣representatives from US states and cities, including governors and mayors, will attend the conference. Gina McCarthy,⁣ co-chair ⁣of the “America is All In” alliance, ‍stated on Thursday, “We are making a strong appearance.”

Trump Denies Venezuela Military Action

In a separate advancement, President Trump has⁣ firmly denied reports of planned military attacks against Venezuela. Responding to a journalist’s inquiry aboard Air Force One on Friday, he offered a concise ⁣”no.”

The denial follows a substantial US military ⁢operation in the Caribbean,which the Trump‍ administration claims is focused on ⁣combating drug smuggling. ‍Though, the Venezuelan government has expressed concerns that the‌ operation could be ​a prelude to​ a US invasion.

“We are making ⁤a strong appearance.” – Gina McCarthy, co-chair of the “America‌ is All In” alliance.

This article provides a snapshot of ‍key developments regarding‍ US policy⁤ on ⁤climate change and international relations.

I hope you found this report insightful.‌ I’m always striving⁣ to bring you the most accurate⁣ and up-to-date information. ​ If you ⁣have ‌any thoughts, questions, or simply want to share this article with your network,⁢ please feel free to leave a comment below‍ or subscribe to our newsletter for more in-depth coverage.Your ⁢engagement means the world!

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Lula and Trump Signal Potential Trade Agreement Following Talks

by Lucas Fernandez – World Editor
written by Lucas Fernandez – World Editor

lula Expresses Confidence in US-Brazil trade Despite Bolsonaro Conviction, Following ‍Meeting with Trump

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia (AP) ⁣ – Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva emerged from a meeting‌ with former U.S. President Donald⁢ Trump expressing optimism about the​ future of trade relations between the two countries, despite recent political turmoil in Brazil. Lula ⁢underscored the economic importance of‌ the partnership, noting brazil’s⁢ significant trade surplus with the U.S. and dismissing any connection between the ‌domestic legal proceedings against his ‌predecessor ​and ongoing trade negotiations.

The meeting ​took place ‌as Lula attended summits hosted by the ⁣Association of Southeast Asian Nations in Kuala Lumpur. Brazil maintained a⁣ $6.8 billion trade surplus with the ⁣U.S. in 2023, ⁤according to the U.S. Census Bureau,⁣ making it ​one of three Group of 20 nations with⁣ wich the U.S.‍ enjoys ​a trade​ surplus. Lula emphasized this point to Trump, signaling brazil’s continued value as a key economic partner. The discussion occurred shortly after Bolsonaro ⁣was ‍convicted of attempting a coup⁢ following his 2022 election loss and sentenced to approximately 27 ‍years in prison by Brazil’s Supreme Court.

Lula stated he reassured Trump that the case against Bolsonaro, whom he described as “part of the past now in Brazilian history,” was the result of a fair trial and should not influence trade discussions. He also offered to mediate the ongoing crisis in Venezuela, where President ‌Nicolás‌ Maduro has accused the U.S. ​of escalating tensions.

Both leaders acknowledged the ​positive nature of their interaction. trump,⁤ aboard Air Force One, wished Lula a ‍happy 80th birthday,​ describing the brazilian president as “a very vigorous guy.” Lula himself stated he felt at a high point in his life and ⁤expressed a hope to live to 120 ​years old. Malaysia, the chair of the ASEAN summits, is seeking to strengthen trade ties between the region and Latin America.

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U.S. Dairy Gains Market Access in Southeast Asia

by Lucas Fernandez – World Editor
written by Lucas Fernandez – World Editor

U.S. Dairy Industry Gains Expanded access to Southeast Asian Markets

The U.S.⁣ dairy industry is celebrating new trade agreements and frameworks poised to significantly boost ‌exports to key⁤ Southeast Asian nations. Recent ⁢developments include finalized agreements with Malaysia and Cambodia, alongside framework agreements with Thailand and Vietnam, all aimed ⁤at strengthening‌ the position of U.S.dairy in the region’s rapidly growing‍ markets.

“With these new agreements,the administration has⁤ delivered‌ big wins for ‌America’s dairy farmers,” stated Gregg doud,president and CEO of the National Milk Producers Federation (NMPF).”Agreements ⁢like those struck with Malaysia ⁢and Cambodia will ensure we have fair​ access to Southeast ⁢Asia’s⁤ fast-growing markets. That’s essential so that our farmers​ and cooperatives can keep doing what‍ they do best – producing top-quality⁣ milk and dairy products for families here at⁢ home and around the world. We look forward⁣ to working closely with the ⁢administration‍ as they turn the new ‍frameworks with Vietnam⁢ and Thailand into⁣ strong deals‌ as well.”

krysta Harden, president and CEO ‌of the U.S. Dairy Export Council (USDEC), echoed this sentiment, saying, “These agreements with Malaysia and Cambodia open new doors for U.S. dairy exports in two dynamic markets and ‌the frameworks with Vietnam and thailand offer the ⁢promise of more to⁢ come.⁤ By removing tariffs, addressing nontariff trade barriers and cutting red tape, the ​agreements will make it easier for U.S. suppliers to ⁢deliver the⁤ high-quality dairy ingredients‍ and foods that Southeast⁣ Asia’s ⁢growing consumers demand. USDEC appreciates the great work⁣ of the U.S. negotiating team in securing⁢ these crucial results.”

The agreement ​with Malaysia eliminates virtually all remaining dairy ​tariffs and includes provisions for state-of-the-art protections for common cheese‍ names, assurances regarding ‌dairy certification, recognition of⁤ the ​U.S. dairy safety ‍system, streamlined facility registration requirements, ⁤and a commitment to basing regulations on sound science.

Similarly, the agreement‌ with Cambodia provides for the full elimination ⁤of all tariffs on U.S. dairy exports and prohibits the establishment or maintenance of facility listing requirements for U.S.⁣ dairy products.

The framework agreements with thailand and Vietnam outline provisions for future negotiations, with the potential for similar positive outcomes regarding tariffs and​ nontariff barriers.

These markets are already significant for U.S. dairy ‌exports. Last year, Malaysia, Vietnam, and Thailand ‍accounted for $118 million, $127 million, and $87 ⁤million in sales, respectively. While U.S. dairy exports to Cambodia totaled $3⁤ million⁢ in⁢ the‍ same period, the agreement signals ‌potential for growth.

These U.S. agreements are particularly​ critically important given ongoing trade negotiations between the‍ EU and Malaysia and Thailand, and also existing free trade agreements between all three nations​ – ⁤Malaysia, Vietnam, and Thailand – and New Zealand and Australia, ensuring U.S. ‌competitiveness in the region.

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Title: Trump Signs Peace, Trade Deals Amid UN Criticism

by David Harrison – Chief Editor
written by David Harrison – Chief Editor

BREAKING: Trump Brokers Peace between Cambodia &​ Thailand, ⁣Announces Sweeping Trade‍ Deals Across Southeast Asia

Kuala lumpur, Malaysia – October 27, 2025 -​ In ⁣a stunning diplomatic breakthrough, ⁢former President Donald Trump has⁣ successfully ⁣mediated an⁤ end to a long-standing border conflict between Cambodia and Thailand during a visit‍ to Malaysia for the ASEAN⁢ conference. ⁣Alongside the‌ peace agreement, Trump announced a series of notable trade deals with Cambodia, Thailand, Malaysia, and Vietnam, dramatically lowering ‍tariff rates⁤ and securing billions in purchases of American goods‌ and technology.

The⁤ resolution‌ of the border dispute, lauded by the leaders of both Cambodia and Thailand, ‍was a central achievement of Trump’s⁢ visit. The ‍former president also sharply​ criticized the United ⁢Nations, implying its‍ previous efforts to resolve the conflict had failed.

The trade agreements represent a major ⁣economic⁣ win for the⁤ U.S.A deal with Cambodia will reduce⁤ tariff rates ⁢on​ most clothing‌ exports -​ vital to the Cambodian economy – to between 7% and 15%, down from previously threatened rates⁤ of 49%.‌ Thailand and Malaysia will also see their tariff rates ‍lowered to 19%, a significant decrease from⁣ 36% and 36% respectively.

“Reciprocal” tariff rates across all⁤ three nations could ultimately ⁤fall to “zero ⁢percent” ⁢for certain products, according to⁣ White House⁤ statements.

Specific commitments secured by Trump include:

* Cambodia: Agreed to purchase 10 Boeing 737‌ MAX 8⁣ planes for its national⁤ airline.
* Thailand: ⁣Committed to $2.6 billion in additional purchases of ⁢U.S. agricultural‍ products (including corn and‍ soybeans),‌ $5.4 billion in American ‍energy ‌(including liquified natural gas),​ and ⁤80 U.S.-made aircraft⁢ for $18.8 billion.
* ‍ Malaysia: Pledged⁣ to buy 30 planes and invest $150 billion‌ in U.S. technology hardware, including semiconductors, alongside⁤ annual purchases of $3.4​ billion ⁢in liquified natural gas, $204 million in coal and telecom⁤ products, and $70 billion in​ investments within the U.S.
* vietnam: Pledged to buy 50⁢ Boeing planes for​ $8 billion and $2.9 ‍billion ⁢in U.S. agricultural goods.

Beyond trade, new critical minerals agreements with Thailand and⁤ Malaysia outline plans for‍ future‌ investments and a “pricing ‍framework including price floors or similar measures”​ designed to counter Chinese export⁢ controls. ⁢These agreements‌ follow a ⁤landmark deal signed last week with Australia to address “non-market policies”⁤ from Beijing.

Trump’s arrival in Kuala Lumpur was marked by ‍a celebratory welcome,including a dance with‍ native performers on the tarmac after ⁢a 23-hour flight ⁣from Washington,D.C.⁢ with a refueling stop​ in Qatar, where he met with the ‍country’s emir​ to discuss his Gaza peace ⁤plan, which⁣ reportedly ended two ​years of war on October ‍10th.

On⁢ the sidelines of the summit, Trump also met ⁤with Brazilian President Luiz​ Inácio Lula da Silva⁢ to discuss a potential reversal of his previously imposed 50% tariff on goods‌ from Brazil.

The trip coincides with ongoing trade negotiations between the ⁢U.S. and China,with a potential deal between‍ the world’s two largest economies ⁢on the horizon ahead of​ Trump’s scheduled meeting with Chinese ⁣President ⁢Xi Jinping in South Korea on ​Thursday.

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Customs Dispute: US and China Reach Preliminary Trade Agreement

by Lucas Fernandez – World Editor
written by Lucas Fernandez – World Editor

china, U.S. Announce Preliminary Deal in Customs Valuation Dispute

Beijing, October 26, 2025 – China’s Ministry of Finance announced today, October 26, 2025, a⁢ preliminary agreement with the United States to resolve a long-running dispute over customs valuation practices. the agreement,reached after several rounds of⁣ talks,aims to address U.S.concerns⁣ that China undervalues its ⁣exports,leading to unfair trade practices. Details remain limited, but officials from both countries indicated a commitment to‍ further negotiations ‌and implementation of the agreed-upon framework.

This resolution comes amid heightened trade⁣ tensions and increasing scrutiny of⁣ china’s ⁤economic policies. The dispute, initially raised by the U.S. Trade Representative in 2023, centered on ⁤allegations that ‍Chinese exporters were manipulating declared values​ to circumvent tariffs⁤ and gain an‍ unfair competitive advantage. The stakes are notable ⁤for ⁢both economies,possibly impacting‌ billions of dollars in trade ​and​ influencing the broader geopolitical landscape. A‍ failure to resolve the⁤ issue could have escalated into broader trade restrictions and further strained ‌relations. The⁣ next ‌phase involves detailed technical discussions to finalize ​the agreement’s specifics ‍and⁤ establish a monitoring mechanism.

the core of the‍ disagreement revolved around how⁣ China calculates⁢ the value of goods⁢ for customs‌ purposes, specifically concerning related-party transactions and⁤ the use of transfer pricing. The ‌U.S. argued that China’s methods allowed‌ exporters​ to artificially lower the assessed value of their shipments, resulting in lower duties paid. According to‌ a statement released ‍by the U.S. Trade Representative’s office, the U.S. has consistently sought “fair and obvious customs valuation practices” from China.

While ‍the specifics ⁤of the preliminary agreement haven’t been publicly disclosed, Chinese officials stated that it includes provisions for enhanced ⁤facts ‌sharing⁢ and‌ increased cooperation on customs ​enforcement. The Ministry of Finance indicated a willingness to review and refine its ‍valuation methodologies to ⁤align with international standards. ​”We are committed⁤ to working with the United ⁣States to create a⁤ level playing field for trade,”‍ a spokesperson for the Ministry stated.

The ⁢dispute has impacted a wide‍ range of industries, including electronics, machinery,‌ and textiles. Volkswagen, for example, has⁣ publicly cited supply chain⁤ disruptions linked ‌to trade tensions as contributing factors to production challenges,⁤ as ‌reported‌ by Zeit Online ⁣in ‌October 2025. Furthermore,concerns​ over China’s ⁣control over rare earth minerals – crucial components in many high-tech products – and ⁢potential export controls,as highlighted by Zeit Online,have‍ added to the urgency of resolving trade disagreements. The outcome of this agreement will be closely watched by businesses and policymakers alike, as it could signal a shift⁣ towards greater stability ​in the U.S.-China trade relationship.

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Title: Navigating Faith, Rights, and Identity in Southeast Asia

by Lucas Fernandez – World Editor
written by Lucas Fernandez – World Editor

lessons for Transnational Feminist movements from Southeast Asian Activism: A Synthesis

Based on the provided text, here’s a breakdown of the‌ lessons ‌transnational feminist⁤ movements can ​learn from Southeast Asian (SEA) feminist activism, ⁤particularly in navigating complex societal contexts:

1. Decolonizing⁤ Discourses & Embracing​ Plurality:

*⁣ Challenge Binaries: SEA activism highlights the critical need to deconstruct rigid, often colonial-inherited binaries (male/female, heteronormative/non-heteronormative, etc.). These ⁢binaries obscure the ‌nuances of lived experiences and reinforce ‍power imbalances.
* Ethics of Care & Respectful Inclusion: Managing diversity ‍isn’t just ⁣about acknowledging​ differences,but actively incorporating an ethics of care and respect for ⁢those differences. ⁢ Inclusion must be meaningful,⁢ not tokenistic.
*⁢ Contextualization of Universal Values: ⁤ While upholding universal ​values like women’s human rights and sexuality rights is vital, SEA feminists emphasize the importance of meaningfully contextualizing these values‍ within specific cultural, religious,⁢ and postcolonial realities. A “one-size-fits-all” approach is ineffective.

2. Navigating Faith & Queer Identities:

* Legitimize Conflicted Positionalities: Mainstream‌ LGBTQ+ activism can benefit from recognizing and validating the complex experiences of queer individuals who navigate faith ⁤and conservative societal norms.​ There’s ⁣a spectrum⁣ of resistance⁤ and compliance, and belonging can be sought within religious ⁤frameworks.
* Value “Asianness” ‍in Asian Queerness: ‌Avoid essentializing, but acknowledge and‍ legitimize the unique cultural and‌ religious contexts that shape ‌queer identities in‌ Asia.Don’t impose Western frameworks onto diverse experiences.
* Courage & Compassion in ‌Allyship: True allyship requires courage to‍ journey‌ with LGBTQ+ ‌individuals ‍in all their diversity, offering compassion ‍and recognizing the legitimacy of their experiences.

3. Methodological & Relational Approaches:

* Equal ‌Partnerships: ​ Transnational feminist collaborations must strive⁢ for⁢ genuine equality, recognizing that the ⁢”playing field” isn’t ​level.
* Feminist Epistemology & ⁣Lived⁤ Experience: Prioritize knowledge-building from a‌ feminist outlook that values contextualized lessons learned from the field and the integrity of lived experiences.⁢
* Focus on Intersectionality: the text implicitly ⁢highlights the ⁢importance of intersectionality⁤ – understanding how gender ⁢intersects with religion, colonialism, sexuality, and othre factors to create unique ‌forms of oppression and resistance.

In essence, SEA feminist activism ⁣offers a powerful model for transnational movements by demonstrating how to navigate complex power dynamics, embrace diversity, ⁢and build ‌solidarity while remaining grounded in local‍ contexts and respecting the nuances of lived experience.

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