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Strategic Alliances in a Shifting Global Landscape

In a world marked by geopolitical tensions and shifting alliances, Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping have positioned themselves as defenders of a new world order. Their recent meeting in Moscow, coinciding with the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II, underscored their commitment to countering Western influence and promoting a multipolar global system. During the talks, Putin and Xi emphasized their shared vision of international stability, rejecting what they described as "unilateralism and bullying"—a veiled reference to the United States. Xi reaffirmed China's support for Russia, highlighting their strategic partnership and mutual interests in shaping global governance. The leaders also pledged to safeguard the authority of the United Nations and advocate for the rights of developing nations. This alliance comes at a critical time, as both nations face economic and political challenges. Russia continues to navigate Western sancti...
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Asia Stocks Set to Open Lower Following Declines in European Stocks and Bonds


 According to a Bloomberg report, Asian equities are expected to open lower on Tuesday following declines in European stocks and bonds as European Central Bank officials tampered down rapid rate cut expectations. 

US markets were shut for a holiday Monday. Share futures for Australian and Hong Kong benchmarks slipped, while those for Japanese equities rose. The region-wide Euro Stoxx 50 inched 0.3% lower Monday, partly weighed down by a contraction in German gross domestic product in the fourth quarter, although Europe’s largest economy managed to avoid recession. Elsewhere, oil prices retreated, even as tensions in the Red Sea endured. Houthi militants hit a US-owned commercial vessel with a ballistic missile on Monday, underscoring the risks facing one of the world’s most important trade routes. West Texas Intermediate, the US oil price, fell 0.3%, while Brent, the international benchmark slipped 0.2% Monday.


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