African Interests In Global Tax Rules
The African Union and relevant partners, in regard to addressing the issue of wasteful tax incentives, stemming of illicit financial flows respectively, and improving continental domestic resource mobilization necessary for the development of the continent. Africa moves to protect its interests in the global tax rules to increase revenues and stem illicit financial flows, the
Intra-African Trade Stands At 14%
Despite the take-off of African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), which aims to facilitate the growth of intra-African trade by eliminating trade barriers, harmonising trade rules and fostering synergies among African nations. Intra-African trade accounts for approximately 14% of total trade in Africa, compared to significantly higher percentages achieved by Europe, North America and Asia,
Ukraine “attack” in Belgorod
Once again, the “Russian Volunteer Corps” and the “Freedom Russia” legion claimed responsibility for the attacks. They wanted to bring freedom, peace and tranquillity to Russia, the fighters announced. Russia’s military has destroyed more than 50 fighters in new attacks from the Ukrainian side in its own border area near Belgorod, according to official information
Kremlin warns of Ukraine joining NATO
Moscow has intensified aerial attacks on Kyiv since the beginning of May. It comes as Ukraine prepares for an anticipated counteroffensive. British Defence Minister Ben Wallace said that his country supports Ukraine’s NATO accession, yet added that political realities might slow the process. Though “that path is open,” it is not possible to add members
Zelenskyy’s about counter offensive
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said his army is ready to stage a much-awaited counteroffensive against Russia, but warned of mass casualties unless Western allies can provide more military aid. In particular, Zelenskyy called for more deliveries of the US-made Patriot air defense system that he said was the only weapon that could defend Ukraine’s skies.
Elon Musk’s Twitter investor trust
In-depth studies have indicated hate speech has been growing under Mr Musk’s tenure, with the Center for Countering Digital Hate, a London-based campaign group, finding slurs increased substantially after the takeover. Twitter’s second head of trust and safety under owner Elon Musk has resigned, The head of trust and safety is tasked with content moderation,
google to stop deleting false election 2020 claims
YouTube and other social media platforms have faced intense pressure since the 2016 elections to safeguard against political misinformation. The Google-owned platform says the new policy is being put into place because of today’s changed landscape. YouTube will stop removing videos with false claims of fraud in the 2020 presidential election, the social media platform
Romania to ban wheat import from Ukraine
On May 2, the European Union imposed restrictions on imports of wheat, maize, rapeseed and sunflower seeds from Ukraine, with the aim of reducing the excess supply of cereals in Bulgaria, Hungary, Poland, Romania and Slovakia. These countries have complained that cheap cereals in Ukraine make local production unprofitable. Besides at least Hungary and Poland,
Manchester United Takeover?
The Red Devils are in the middle of a takeover process with INEOS founder Ratcliffe and Sheikh Jassim, the chairman of Qatar Islamic Bank and the son of a former Qatari prime minister, the two public bidders for the club. Ratcliffe has been rumoured to be ‘leading’ the race for the club in recent weeks
Prince Harry visit to United Kingdom for a case against tabloid
Prince Harry’s latest visit coincides with King Charles’ annual visit to Transylvania where he owns a home. Indeed it is believed that the King has a long history with Romania, and enjoys a yearly trip to the country, where he allegedly goes hiking and horseback riding. King Charles reportedly owns 10 homes in Romania, he