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<title>International Media eXchange &amp;amp; Press Agency &#45; : International Relations</title>
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<title>US cuts tariffs on Swiss goods to 15 per cent after intense lobbying</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Donald Trump agreed to cut US tariffs on Switzerland from an initial rate of 39% to 15% as part of a new trade pact, lowering duties that had strained economic ties and severely impacted Swiss exporters. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 15 Nov 2025 07:16:40 +0100</pubDate>
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<media:keywords>US tariffs, Switzerland, Donald Trump, trade pact, Rolex, memorandum of understanding, Elizabeth Warren, Jean-Frédéric Dufour, luxury watches, US Open, corporate lobbying, Swiss exports, Global Economy, International Relations</media:keywords>
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<title>Taiwan strengthens global trade role through value&#45;added diplomacy</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Taiwan is cementing its role in the international economic system by implementing its value-added diplomacy policy and strengthening collaborations with democratic partners. Despite global economic uncertainty and U.S. tariffs, the government is actively building resilient supply chains, deepening semiconductor cooperation with European nations, and expanding participation in key regional economic corridors, such as the U.S.-Japan-Philippines Luzon Economic Corridor. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 13 Nov 2025 10:24:30 +0100</pubDate>
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<title>Romania considers state control of Lukoil operations over US sanctions</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Romania&#039;s Energy Minister Bogdan Ivan has indicated a desire for the government to take control of Lukoil&#039;s operations, including the Petrotel Ploiești refinery, to ensure energy security and full compliance with U.S. sanctions. The move follows similar actions in Bulgaria and Serbia to prevent an imminent freeze on the Russian company’s assets. Minister Ivan has also shifted stance, advocating for the uniform application of U.S. sanctions across the European Union. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2025 09:22:17 +0100</pubDate>
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<media:keywords>Romania, Lukoil, US sanctions, energy security, Petrotel Ploiești, Bogdan Ivan, Bulgaria, Serbia, NIS refinery, Gazprom, state control, trusteeship, International Relations, energy industry, Russian assets, OFAC, European Union, fuel market, energy legislation, nationalization</media:keywords>
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<title>Iran claims dismantling spy network linked to US and Israeli intelligence</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Iran&#039;s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) announced Tuesday the dismantling of a major espionage network allegedly operated by American and Israeli intelligence services. The coordinated operation comes just months after a period of intense conflict between Iran and Israel, prompting the country to tighten anti-espionage laws and increase sanctions against individuals accused of collaborating with the two nations. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2025 13:32:14 +0100</pubDate>
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<media:keywords>Iran, Israel, United States, espionage network, spy ring, IRGC, intelligence services, US intelligence, Mossad, international conflict, ceasefire, nuclear facilities, sanctions, International Relations, Middle East, security, counter-espionage, Teheran, drone attacks, missile attacks</media:keywords>
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<title>Syrian President al&#45;Sharaa pledges cooperation in combating armed group</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa, recently removed from the U.S. &quot;terror&quot; list, arrived in Washington to meet with President Donald Trump and announced Syria’s membership in the U.S.-led international coalition against the ISIL (ISIS) armed group. This move marks a major political shift, confirming Syria&#039;s role in combating terrorism and supporting regional stability, even as the new leader faces internal security threats. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2025 06:48:46 +0100</pubDate>
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<media:keywords>Syria, Ahmed al-Sharaa, Donald Trump, ISIL, ISIS, international coalition, counter-terrorism, Washington, Damascus, US sanctions, Middle East, International Relations, political cooperation, Bashar al-Assad, Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, al-Qaeda, security, civil war, terrorism, foreign policy</media:keywords>
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<title>Iran and Kenya boost environmental cooperation, focusing on climate and women&amp;apos;s empowerment</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Iranian and Kenyan officials have announced a commitment to enhance cooperation in various environmental fields, including climate change mitigation, wildlife preservation, and forest protection. The discussion, held during the 37th Meeting of the Parties to the Montreal Protocol (MOP37) in Nairobi, also resulted in an agreement for Kenya to financially support an Iranian project focused on empowering women. Both nations plan to sign a comprehensive Memorandum of Understanding on environmental cooperation soon. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 09 Nov 2025 08:46:19 +0100</pubDate>
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<media:keywords>Iran Kenya Cooperation, Environmental Diplomacy, Climate Change Mitigation, Montreal Protocol, Women Empowerment, Wildlife Preservation, Sand and Dust Storms, Sustainable Development Goals, Caspian Sea, Ozone Layer, International Relations, MOP37</media:keywords>
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<title>Indonesia and United Kingdom sign strategic agreements on climate change and sustainable development</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Indonesia and the United Kingdom affirmed their strategic partnership in sustainable development and climate change mitigation by signing two key agreements on the sidelines of the Belém Leaders Summit in Brazil. The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) focuses on expanding cooperation in climate mitigation, carbon management, and low-carbon development, while a Letter of Intent (LoI) with a British foundation targets private sector involvement, enhanced law enforcement, and combating environmental crimes, including illegal wildlife trade. The agreements reinforce both nations’ commitments ahead of the 30th UN Climate Change Conference (COP30). ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 09 Nov 2025 08:21:33 +0100</pubDate>
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<media:keywords>Indonesia, United Kingdom, Climate Change Mitigation, Sustainable Development, Belém Leaders Summit, COP30, Memorandum of Understanding, Carbon Management, Biodiversity Protection, Environmental Crimes, Low-Carbon Development, Environmental Diplomacy</media:keywords>
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<title>Syrian president visits United States after terrorism delisting to seek post&#45;war support</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa arrived in the United States for a historic official visit—the first by a Syrian president since 1946—following his removal from a US terrorism blacklist. Sharaa, whose forces overthrew Bashar al-Assad, is scheduled to meet President Donald Trump to discuss regional security, post-war recovery efforts, and potentially joining the US-led coalition against the Islamic State (IS). His visit signals US recognition of progress made by the new Syrian leadership in moving away from a militant past. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 09 Nov 2025 07:32:10 +0100</pubDate>
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<title>Zelenskyy discusses air defense partnership with Romania and regional stability with Lebanon</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ ISTANBUL — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy held separate phone conversations on Friday with Romanian President Nicușor Dan and Lebanese President Joseph Aoun, focusing on defense cooperation, regional stability, and diplomatic coordination amid Russia’s continued attacks on Ukraine. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 08 Nov 2025 04:01:32 +0100</pubDate>
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<media:keywords>Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Romania, Lebanon, Nicușor Dan, Joseph Aoun, air defense, SAFE initiative, European Union, defense cooperation, Middle East stability, food security, agricultural technology, regional diplomacy, Russian strikes, international relations, Kyiv, EU defense loans, sovereignty, Ukraine war</media:keywords>
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<title>Ukraine and Romania strengthen cooperation on Black Sea maritime security</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Kyiv — Ukrainian and Romanian officials met this week to discuss expanding cooperation in maritime security, with a focus on the establishment of the Black Sea Maritime Security Hub, a European Union initiative designed to enhance the safety of regional maritime routes, protect critical infrastructure, and promote collaboration among Black Sea nations. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 05 Nov 2025 15:14:20 +0100</pubDate>
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<media:keywords>Ukraine, Romania, Black Sea, Maritime Security, European Union, Black Sea Maritime Security Hub, Ministry for Development of Communities and Territories of Ukraine, Andrii Kashuba, Victor Micula, New Strategy Center, Danube River, Port Infrastructure, Air Defense, International Maritime Organization, IMO, Diplomacy, International Cooperation, Regional Security, European Integration, Naval Safety</media:keywords>
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<title>Asian and Pacific Rim leaders pledge support for trade and investment that ‘benefits all’</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Gyeongju, South Korea – Leaders from across Asia and the Pacific Rim have concluded the APEC summit with a pledge to support trade and investment that “benefits all,” following a high-profile agreement between the United States and China to ease tensions in their long-standing trade dispute. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 05 Nov 2025 08:24:36 +0100</pubDate>
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<media:keywords>APEC, Asia Pacific, US, China, United States, South Korea, Global Economy, International Relations, Free Trade, AI, Demographics, Diplomacy, Regional Security, Geopolitics, Economic Integration, China Relations, Trade, Investment, Global Politics</media:keywords>
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<title>Romania enters strategic cooperation era with Germany as Rheinmetall invests €500 million in new gunpowder factory</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Romania has taken a decisive step in revitalizing its national defense industry by signing a landmark cooperation agreement with German defense giant Rheinmetall, one of Europe’s leading military technology companies. The agreement, formalized at the Victoria Palace in Bucharest, marks the beginning of a long-term strategic partnership that aims to position Romania as a key player in Europe’s defense and security sector. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 03 Nov 2025 14:30:16 +0100</pubDate>
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<media:keywords>Romania, Germany, Rheinmetall, defense industry, gunpowder factory, Victoria Brasov, Ilie Bolojan, Radu Miruta, Armin Papperger, NATO, EU security, SAFE program, European defense, investment, strategic cooperation, military production, job creation, energy independence, European rearmament</media:keywords>
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<title>China and Russia strengthen partnership amid Western pressure and trade sanctions</title>
<link>https://imxpa.com/131</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin began a two-day visit to China as Moscow and Beijing deepen their strategic cooperation in the face of mounting U.S. trade restrictions and Western sanctions. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 03 Nov 2025 12:34:04 +0100</pubDate>
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<media:keywords>China Russia relations, Mikhail Mishustin, Xi Jinping, Li Qiang, trade sanctions, US China tensions, Russia Ukraine war, energy cooperation, Power of Siberia 2, Rosneft, Lukoil, Chinese exports, Western pressure, global diplomacy, bilateral trade, yuan settlements, economic sanctions, international relations, Hangzhou talks, geopolitical strategy</media:keywords>
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<title>U.S. Defense Secretary urges Southeast Asian nations to boost maritime defense amid China tensions</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 1 — U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on Saturday called on Southeast Asian nations to strengthen their maritime defenses and stand united against what he described as China’s increasingly destabilizing actions in the South China Sea. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 01 Nov 2025 15:11:15 +0100</pubDate>
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<media:keywords>South China Sea, ASEAN, Pete Hegseth, United States, China, Philippines, maritime security, regional tensions, freedom of navigation, Scarborough Shoal, Beijing, Malaysia, Vietnam, Brunei, defense cooperation, maritime exercise, Code of Conduct, Indo Pacific, foreign policy, geopolitics</media:keywords>
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<title>EU and China agree to continue talks on export control policies after Brussels meeting</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Brussels, November 1 – The European Union and China have agreed to maintain dialogue on export control policies, the European Commission’s trade chief Maros Sefcovic said on Saturday, following a high-level meeting in Brussels aimed at easing trade frictions. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 01 Nov 2025 13:56:40 +0100</pubDate>
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<media:keywords>European Union, China, Maros Sefcovic, export controls, rare earths, trade tensions, Brussels, Beijing, Nexperia, Netherlands, semiconductors, EU China relations, geopolitics, trade policy, rare earth exports, European Commission, technology supply chain, China export policy, economic relations, global trade</media:keywords>
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<title>Pakistan and Bangladesh sign six key agreements to deepen bilateral cooperation</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Dhaka, Bangladesh — Pakistan and Bangladesh on Sunday signed six landmark agreements aimed at institutionalising and expanding cooperation across trade, education, diplomacy, media, and culture, marking a renewed chapter in relations between the two South Asian nations. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 24 Oct 2025 19:18:51 +0200</pubDate>
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<media:keywords>Pakistan, Bangladesh, IshaqDar, TouhidHossain, Dhaka, BilateralRelations, ForeignMinistry, TradeCooperation, EducationExchange, MediaPartnership, CulturalExchange, ForeignServiceAcademy</media:keywords>
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