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Washington Scales Back Regional Footprint Amid Iranian Warnings

Empty airspace over Iran, during a temporary closure of the country's airspace amid concerns about possible military action between the United States and Iran The United States has begun precautionary drawdowns at several military bases across the Middle East after Iranian officials warned neighbouring countries that American facilities could be targeted in the event of a wider conflict. The adjustments focus on relocating non‑essential personnel and reducing exposure as regional tensions continue to rise. Iran’s message to nearby states underscored its concern that any U.S. military action could spill over into the broader region. By cautioning its neighbours, Tehran signaled both its desire to deter potential strikes and its readiness to respond if provoked. U.S. officials described the moves as prudent rather than predictive, emphasizing that the drawdowns do not indicate an imminent operation. Instead, they reflect a shifting security environment in which Washington is recal...

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China’s Economic Recovery in 2024: Challenges and Opportunities



China’s economy is expected to face a “slow and bumpy” recovery in 2024, according to a report by Bloomberg News. The report suggests that China is likely to hit its growth goal of about 5% for 2023, but deflation risks, the housing crisis, and a lingering confidence crunch could derail efforts to build momentum in 2024.

The Chinese government has been implementing targeted stimulus measures to boost the economy, but the recovery is expected to be slow and bumpy as these measures trickle through to investment sectors and the property recovery proceeds at a snail-like pace.


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