Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced on Monday a 100 percent tariff on Chinese electric vehicle (EV) imports, aligning with recent US measures aimed at curbing the influx of Chinese state-subsidized vehicles into North America. Trudeau criticized China for not adhering to global environmental and labor standards, and also introduced a 25 percent surtax on imports of Chinese steel and aluminum products. The new tariffs match recent US tariffs on Chinese EVs and exceed the 38 percent tariff imposed by the European Union. Canada’s auto manufacturing sector, which supports over 125,000 jobs, has received significant investments to support its transition…
Author: Hasnain Abid Khanzada
Authorities in central Japan are advising beachgoers to avoid dolphins following a notable rise in biting incidents this year. The Fukui region has reported 18 such incidents, a significant increase compared to previous years, when only a few cases were logged. Most of the bites have been minor, with some swimmers receiving only scratches, but a recent attack on an elementary school child required 20 to 30 stitches, according to coastguard official Shoichi Takeuchi. Suishohama Beach, also known as “Diamond Beach,” has issued warnings through its tourism association, urging visitors not to approach or touch the dolphins. The association highlighted…
India’s Gujarat state has been battered by relentless torrential rainfall over the past week, causing widespread devastation and prompting a red alert for major cities including Ahmedabad and Surat. Approximately 300 mm of rain has been recorded, leading to several fatalities. Reports indicate around 100 deaths due to weather-related incidents. In the past 24 hours alone, Gujarat has seen significant flooding in low-lying areas, with three people reported dead and seven missing from one incident, prompting the evacuation of thousands. Flood-like conditions have been reported across various parts of the state, and fishermen have been advised against venturing into the…
OQ Gas Networks (OQGN), the sole operator of Oman’s Natural Gas Transmission Network, has launched the Saib Project, a 208 km gas pipeline in the Dhofar Governorate. The OMR76 million initiative is designed to boost the gas network’s capacity by 60% to meet growing energy demands in the region. Project Overview and Advantages The Saib Project features two loops spanning 208 km, with enhancements including six extended block valve stations and three new launching and receiving stations. The expansion will increase the network’s capacity from 10 million to 16 million cubic meters per day. Over the past decade, OQGN has…
As White House National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan arrived in Beijing for high-level talks, China criticized the recent US sanctions imposed over the Ukraine conflict, labeling them “illegal and unilateral” and “not based on facts.” Sullivan’s visit marks a new round of strategic communication between China and the US. The sanctions, announced last week by the Biden administration, target over 400 entities and individuals, including Chinese companies alleged to aid Russia in evading Western sanctions and bolstering its military efforts in Ukraine. China’s special envoy for Eurasian affairs, Li Hui, denounced the sanctions during a briefing for diplomats, accusing the…
A Texas judge has temporarily blocked a key immigration reform policy announced by President Joe Biden, which aimed to simplify the process for spouses of U.S. citizens to obtain legal status. Judge J. Campbell Barker granted a 14-day administrative stay following a lawsuit filed by the attorneys general of 16 Republican-led states challenging the policy. Introduced in June, Biden’s policy sought to streamline citizenship for approximately half a million immigrants married to U.S. nationals by removing the requirement for them to leave the country during the application process. The suing states argue that the policy imposes significant costs on public…
The death toll from severe flooding in Bangladesh has risen to 23, with approximately 1.24 million families stranded across 11 districts, officials reported on Monday. The floods, triggered by relentless monsoon rains and overflowing rivers, have left around 5.7 million people affected, many of whom are isolated and in urgent need of food, clean water, medicine, and dry clothing. The Bangladesh Meteorological Department warned that flooding conditions could persist if the monsoon rains continue, as water levels are receding very slowly. Despite floodwaters slowly receding, blocked roads are hampering rescue and relief efforts. Currently, around 470,000 people have sought refuge…
Australia has announced plans to cap the number of international students at 270,000 by 2025 in response to the housing market pressures attributed to a surge in migration. Education Minister Jason Clare revealed the decision during a press conference, explaining that the cap is part of broader reforms aimed at creating a more sustainable and fair international student sector. “There’s about 10% more international students in our universities today than before the pandemic and about 50% more in our private vocational and training providers,” Clare said. The move follows a series of measures implemented since last year to reverse COVID-19-era…
ANKARA — Türkiye has expressed deep sorrow over the recent floods in Bangladesh that have resulted in significant loss of life and property damage. In a statement, the Turkish Foreign Ministry conveyed its profound sadness and offered prayers for the victims. “We are deeply saddened by the loss of lives and the material damage caused by the recent flood disaster in Bangladesh,” the statement read. Türkiye extended its heartfelt condolences to the people of Bangladesh and offered support during this challenging time. The floods, which have affected approximately 5.17 million people, have claimed at least 23 lives in eastern Bangladesh,…
OTTAWA — Canada is tightening its immigration rules by reducing the number of temporary foreign workers allowed into the country, addressing an unexpected surge in newcomers and rising unemployment. Starting September 26, new regulations will reinstate a ban on issuing temporary foreign worker permits for low-wage jobs in cities with an unemployment rate of six percent or higher. This move comes as part of Canada’s broader shift in immigration policy, aimed at managing the recent population growth and easing pressure on housing and social services. Immigration Minister Marc Miller emphasized the need for migration rules to align with the current…
