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Paine (Author) • Putin and Kim sign mutual defense pact in dramatic upgrade of ties - The Japan Times • NATO chief says more members to hit 2% of GDP defense spending target - The Japan Times • Putin's trade-offs turn Ukraine into a test bed for North Korea's Rocket Man (telegraph.co.uk) • Sudan one of world's 'worst crises' in decades: Doctors Without Borders - The Japan Times • Red Sea crisis poses a fresh inflation headache for the UK (telegraph.co.uk) • Tehran signals no retaliation against Israel after drones attack Iran - The Japan Times • Israel bombs Iran embassy in Syria, killing military commanders - The Japan Times • New Kim-Putin pact sparks unease — and talk of more aid for Ukraine - The Japan Times • Don’t be alarmed by the new Russia-North Korea partnership - The Japan Times • Why Indian rice export ban is so important to global trade | Reuters • At least five shot dead as Kenyan protesters storm parliament (telegraph.co.uk) • (128) President William Ruto Addresses The Nation following Tuesday's Protests [FULL SPEECH] - YouTube • Police engage protesters in Nairobi's CBD (youtube.com) • Heavy KDF deployment spotted at Nyayo Stadium ahead of protests in Nairobi (youtube.com) • (133) Gachagua: Nordin Hajji should resign for not advising President on chaos - YouTube • Poland plans to fortify border with Belarus amid security concerns (youtube.com) • Russia protests to Japan about joint exercises with NATO countries - The Japan Times • Four dead in outbreak of waterborne disease following Brazil floods (telegraph.co.uk) • I met Ecuador's notorious gangs – where children become ruthless killers (telegraph.co.uk) • Milei's economic experiment is sailing dangerously close to the wind (telegraph.co.uk) • President Ruto hosts a Roundtable with Media editors at State House (youtube.com) • President Ruto's Full Speech today at State House (youtube.com) • (34) Inspekta Jenerali Japhet Koome ajiuzulu - YouTube • 'China is anything but US's scapegoat!' US Blinken's words that targeting China-Russia trade rebuked (youtube.com) • Ukraine-Russia war latest: Ukraine arming troops with weapons destined for scrapheap (telegraph.co.uk) • US to deploy hypersonic missiles in Germany that could strike Russia (telegraph.co.uk) • (50) Rais ateua baraza jipya la Mawaziri - YouTube • (63) Ruto: Serikali itakabiliana vilivyo na watakaozua vurugu - YouTube • Israel attacks Houthis in retaliation for Tel Aviv drone strike (telegraph.co.uk) • China's rail freight volume, turnover hit record highs in June - Chinadaily.com.cn • China EximBank issues financial bonds to support Belt and Road cooperation - Chinadaily.com.cn • What are tariffs, and why are they rising? | Brookings • Yellen hails ‘productive’ China talks, but tensions still close to surface - The Japan Times • Mbadi, Joho and Oparanya among Cabinet Secretaries named by president Ruto (youtube.com) • (90) Xi Jinping's 48-hour plan to invade Taiwan: 'China's military is expanding' | Defence in Depth - YouTube • (90) 'Russia's hierarchy only helps the enemy': Putin and the Pentagon leaks | Defence in Depth - YouTube • President Ruto in Mombasa County:Full speech (youtube.com)President Ruto in Mombasa County:Full speech (youtube.com) • The government has injected 1.7 billion to spur economic growth among the fisher folk (youtube.com) • Philippines gets 'unprecedented' aid — and reassurances — during talks with U.S. - The Japan Times • Israel-Hamas war latest: Hamas political leader Ismail Haniyeh assassinated in Iran (telegraph.co.uk) • Israel claims senior Hezbollah leader killed in retaliatory strike (telegraph.co.uk) • Japan to Start Making AMRAAMs and Export PAC-3 Missiles (airandspaceforces.com) • Venezuela's fraudulent election: What will happen next? (telegraph.co.uk) • GTI-2024-web-290224.pdf (economicsandpeace.org) • Bangladesh army refused to quell protest, sealing Hasina's fate - The Japan Times • North Korea says it tested ballistic missile capable of carrying super-large warhead - The Japan Times • North Korea's Kim sends 250 new tactical ballistic missile launchers to border - The Japan Times • N. Korea says it tested tactical ballistic missile carrying 4.5-ton 'super-large' warhead (youtube.com) • DPRK's Kim stresses 'matchless self-defence capability' needed to defend independence and peace (youtube.com) • Swift downfall of iron-fisted Sheikh Hasina marks new era in Bangladesh - The Japan Times • Korea being considered as potential Aukus partner, along with Japan (joins.com) • NATO steps up naval presence in Western Pacific to counter China - The Japan Times • Xi meets Vietnam's new leaders, says Hanoi is 'diplomacy priority' - The Japan Times • Japan and India to update key document on security cooperation - The Japan Times • Biden approved secret nuclear strategy refocusing on Chinese threat - The Japan Times • Governor Jonathan Bii: We need a 100 year master plan for Eldoret city (youtube.com) • President Ruto FULL SPEECH during the Conferment of Eldoret City Status, Eldoret Sports Club. (youtube.com) • DP Gachagua says Mt Kenya region will vote as a block in 2027 (youtube.com) • After U.S.-South Korea nuclear drills, North girds for ‘long-term’ faceoff - The Japan Times • (43) China and Kenya agree on SGR extension and other key road projects - YouTube • Iran admits sending missiles to Russia (telegraph.co.uk) • Russia, China join forces for major naval exercise - The Japan Times • Kim Jong-Un warns of increase in nuclear arsenal in North Korea (youtube.com) • North Korean missiles rain down on Ukraine despite sanctions - The Japan Times • (62) S. Korea, U.S. kick off this year's combined military exercise, involving more field trainings - YouTube • Giving Kyiv long-range missiles pulls West into war, Putin says - The Japan Times • North Korea unveils images of uranium enrichment facility for first time - The Japan Times • (68) UN Security Council renews Sudan sanctions - YouTube • (6) Kenya signs migration pact with Germany - YouTube • Kenya and Germany sign a labour relations deal (youtube.com) • Intel solidifies $3.5 billion deal to make chips for U.S. military - The Japan Times • Russia produces new kamikaze drone with Chinese engine - The Japan Times • Greece wildfires force thousands to evacuate and destroy about 100 homes | BBC News (youtube.com) • California Wildfires: Update Sept. 10, 2024 (youtube.com) • Southeast Asia battles floods as Typhoon Yagi death toll passes 200 - The Japan Times • Deadly Super Typhoon Yagi hits Vietnam | BBC News (youtube.com) • (17) EPIC Shanghai skyline captured on Bund as typhoon Bebinca hits city, the strongest in over 70 years - YouTube • Nigeria flood affects up two million people, says official | BBC News (youtube.com) • Chad: 1.5 million people impacted by torrential rains, severe floods - OCHA (youtube.com) • Storm Boris devastates Central Europe with at least half a dozen people dead (youtube.com) • AU endorses new peacekeeping mission in Somalia (youtube.com) • Japan maritime drone tech to feature heavily in AUKUS tie-up - The Japan Times • Publications | Japan Ministry of Defense (mod.go.jp) • QUICKSINK Destroys Ship (youtube.com) • U.S. gathers arsenal of anti-ship weapons to counter China - The Japan Times • Pres Ruto: Under the housing agenda,we are committed to ensure decent houses for prison officers (youtube.com) • Pres Ruto on police, prisons and NYS reforms (full speech) (youtube.com) • (38) Egyptian government signs agreements worth over $1 billion with Chinese firms - YouTube • (44) Europe responds to rising Chinese pressure in Indo-Pacific regionーNHK WORLD JAPAN NEWS - YouTube • (51) MV Uhuru II handover - YouTube • U.S. leans on shipbuilding prowess of allies to compete with China - The Japan Times • LIVE: Rededication Ceremony of KNS Shupavu Navy Warship II 29th July 2023 II www.kbc.co.ke (youtube.com) • U.S. worries deepen as adversaries team up to challenge dominance - The Japan Times • Biden administration proposes ban of Chinese and Russian car parts - The Japan Times • Putin draws a nuclear red line for the West - The Japan Times • Pro-Putin media simulates nuclear strike on London (san.com) • Dozens dead as Helene cuts destructive path through southeastern U.S. - The Japan Times • Pentagon’s Replicator 2 to focus on countering threat from small drones - The Japan Times • At least eight people killed in RSF attack in Sudan (youtube.com) • South Korea flexes military muscle on Armed Forces Day as Yoon warns North faces 'end of regime' (joins.com) • S. Korea unveils its most powerful missile 'Hyunmoo-5' on Armed Forces Day ceremony (youtube.com) • Yoon warns N. Korea regime will end the day it attempts to use nukes, as S. Korea launches new ... (youtube.com) • Ishiba omits divisive proposals in first policy speech as PM - The Japan Times • Why is Egypt worried about Ethiopia's dam on the Nile? (bbc.com) • EU presses ahead with Chinese EV tariffs after split vote - The Japan Times • Ishiba's 'Asian NATO' dead on arrival as new PM set for diplomatic debut - The Japan Times • Sudan’s RSF accuses Egypt of providing support to army (youtube.com) • U.S. bombers strike Houthi weapons storage sites in Yemen - The Japan Times • Japan pressed by U.S. lawmakers to strengthen chip curbs on China - The Japan Times • China overtaking Europe as top market for Russia’s pipeline gas - The Japan Times • North Korea says 1.4 million young people apply to join army - The Japan Times • Australia to buy advanced U.S. long-range missiles to boost deterrence - The Japan Times • China, India end border impasse ahead of likely Xi-Modi meet - The Japan Times • FACT SHEET: Kenya State Visit to the United States | The White House • U.S. says North Korean troops in Russia, possibly to fight in Ukraine war - The Japan Times • ¥1,500 minimum wage or bust, Japanese companies told - The Japan Times • Putin appears to hint that North Korean troops are in Russia - The Japan Times • U.S. approves potential $2 billion arms sale to Taiwan - The Japan Times • Iran says two dead in Israeli strikes on military targets - The Japan Times • Japan faces political upheaval after LDP-led coalition loses majority - The Japan Times • Israel boasts strategic gains from attack on Iran, but quietly - The Japan Times • The dark reality of global capitalism and perpetual war - The Japan Times • U.S. says China’s balloon was capable of spying on communications - The Japan Times • Zelenskyy rules out ceding Ukrainian land in 'victory plan' - The Japan Times • U.S. finalizes $20 billion share of $50 billion G7 loan to Ukraine - The Japan Times • Kithure Kindiki takes the oath of allegiance and the oath of due execution of office of the DP - YouTube • China tells carmakers to halt investment in some EU states, sources say - The Japan Times • DP Kindiki: For a person like me to stand and take oath of office of DP, it can only happen in Kenya • H.E. Ruto FULL SPEECH during the Swearing-in of DP Kithure Kindiki, KICC, Nairobi. • N. Korea claims successful launch test of 'final and ultimate' Hwasong-19 ICBM • North Korea fires off ICBM with longest flight time yet - The Japan Times • Kenya, China working together to realise two countries’ strategic partnership – President Ruto - KBC • Xi is better prepared for Trump even as 60% tariffs risk chaos - The Japan Times • Sh4.6bn Navy ship arrives after a journey of three weeks - Business Daily • KNS SHUPAVU MID-LIFE REFIT AT MOMBASA SHIPYARD – Kenya Shipyards Limited • Maintenance of KNS Shupavu - Damen • South Korea holds live-fire ballistic missile drills after North's missile launches • Yoon, Trump focus on shipbuilding amid China's warship buildup • CS DEFENCE LEADS KENYA DELEGATION AT REAIM SUMMIT 2024 IN SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA – Ministry of Defence – Kenya • Gachagua ejected as UDA Deputy Leader, Kindiki takes over - YouTube • Biden allows Ukraine to use U.S. arms to strike inside Russia - The Japan Times • Xi’s olive branch to Trump comes with warning on China red lines - The Japan Times • Xi’s push for stable world of low tariffs undone by Trump, Putin - The Japan Times • U.S. cites new Russian tactics for decision to supply landmines to Ukraine - The Japan Times • Xi and Lula elevate China-Brazil ties in state visit - The Japan Times • LIVE: PRESIDENT WILLIAM RUTO STATE OF THE NATION ADDRESS II 21st November 2024 II www.kbc.co.ke • Putin sends a missile message to the West: 'Back off' - The Japan Times • Japan approves ¥21.9 trillion stimulus plan - The Japan Times • Ukraine Says New Russian Missile Reached Speed of Over 13,000 Kph • Why coalition with Raila doesn't guarantee Ruto re-election | Nation • North Korea's Kim and Russian defense chief agree to boost military ties - The Japan Times • Jihadis and allies breach Syria's second city in lightning assault - The Japan Times • Israel-Hezbollah cease-fire, brokered by U.S. and France, takes effect - The Japan Times • President Ruto asks EAC to help resolve conflicts in South Sudan, Somalia and DRC - YouTube • Kenya taps Israeli loan for upgrade of air defence | Nation • U.S. tightens curbs on China’s access to AI memory and chip tools - The Japan Times • Breakthrough in Baku delivers $1.3tn “Baku Finance Goal” • COP29 UN Climate Conference Agrees to Triple Finance to Developing Countries, Protecting Lives and Livelihoods | UNFCCC • What we know about South Korea's martial law - The Japan Times • Yoon fights for political life as martial law repercussions reverberate - The Japan Times • Why ousted DP Rigathi Gachagua rejected pressure to resign | Nation • Kenya's Catholic Church rejects $40,000 from President Ruto • China dials up U.S. trade tension with tit-for-tat metals export ban - The Japan Times • Assad’s fall in Syria puts world on watch for more Middle East chaos - The Japan Times • Foreign armies in Syria and how they came to be there | Nation • Japan's government submits ¥13.9 trillion extra budget for fiscal 2024 - The Japan Times • Facing Gachagua nightmare: Ruto Mt Kenya allies’ dilemma as Parliament goes on recess | Nation • World Bank cuts Kenya's economic growth estimate to 4.7 per cent | Nation • Ruto and Uhuru secret meeting catches many, including local security bosses, by surprise | Nation • How Bashar al-Assad’s fall will change the Middle East | Nation • Argentina inflation hits four-year low as locals hope worst is over - The Japan Times • Ruto defends Kenya Kwanza's track record: 'Our first projects are maturing successfully' | Nation • China's 'drills that dare not speak their name' put Taiwan on alert - The Japan Times • Somalia, Ethiopia appreciate Türkiye for efforts to end Somaliland feud | Daily Sabah • Somalia and Ethiopia reach understanding over disputed port deal • Spotlight on Raila, two rivals in no-punches AU debate | Nation • Raila promises to focus on women and youth empowerment, leverage on AI to boost trade in Africa • THE MJADALA AFRIKA DEBATE • A booming and coal-heavy steel sector risks India’s green goals - The Japan Times • Why India’s ‘build now, decarbonize later’ approach to achieving a net-zero steel industry will fail - Global Energy Monitor • Amazon.com: Islamic Gunpowder Empires: Ottomans, Safavids, and Mughals (Essays in World History): 9780813313597: Streusand, Douglas E.: Books • FACT SHEET: Partnership for Global Infrastructure and Investment in the Lobito Trans Africa Corridor | The White House • Confronting the China Challenge in Africa: The Lobito Corridor • Peace talks in Angola will not take place, Congo and Rwanda say | Nation • Cyclone Chido hits Mayotte with hundreds feared dead | BBC News - YouTube • Military and Security Developments Involving the People's Republic of China 2024 • china_report_EN_web_2025_A01.pdf • China Stumbles but Is Unlikely to Fall • Drugs, scams and sin: Myanmar’s war has made it the global crime capital - The Japan Times • Biden announces $5.9 billion for Ukraine amid final aid push - The Japan Times • Grand coalition of ruling and opposition parties likely an option, Ishiba says - The Japan Times • Russia and Ukraine end five decades of gas transit to Europe - The Japan Times • Total bilateral aid to Ukraine by donor & type 2024 | Statista • How Much U.S. Aid Is Going to Ukraine? | Council on Foreign Relations • U.S. approves sale of advanced air-to-air missiles to Japan - The Japan Times • Taking a page from Ukraine war, SDF carves out growing role for drones - The Japan Times • Japan government promotes laser forest terrain surveys - The Japan Times • North Korea fires off intermediate-range missile in first launch of 2025 - The Japan Times • North Korea launches 'toughest' U.S. strategy at key party meeting - The Japan Times • MSDF to deploy U.S.-made SeaGuardian surveillance drones - The Japan Times • Rate of inflation marginally increases to 3.0% in December • North Korea's Kim says new hypersonic missile can deter Pacific 'rivals' - The Japan Times • Battle rages in western Russia as Moscow reports gains in Ukraine - The Japan Times • Ukraine Loses Up to 12,455 Troops in Past Week • NATO won't back Trump's new defense spending target but will raise its sights - The Japan Times • President Ruto presides over the Swearing-In of New CSs (FULL SPEECH) • (22) LIVE: Swearing in of Cabinet Secretaries II 17th January 2025 II www.kbc.co.ke - YouTube • Give government time to deliver on its promises, DP Kithure Kindiki tells Kenyans | Nation • Muturi: How I was attacked in government after Embu funeral heckling | Nation • https://youtu.be/dh_6OlDL2BA • https://youtu.be/mUDuQwnZ9_k • https://youtu.be/zYYMeTphuqg?si=_4-G-vXZtO-UpsL6 • Ruto's UDA swallows Mudavadi’s ANC, new party officials unveiled | Nation • Kenya turns to the UAE for railway funds after China cut financing | Nation • (23) Why U.S. Should Fear Russia's S-400 | How Powerful is Russia's S 400 | S 400 In Action - YouTube • The Ultimate Flanker - Su-35S • Japan's national wealth hits record ¥4,158 trillion at end of 2023 - The Japan Times • Trump seizes control: his executive actions, from tariffs to immigration - The Japan Times • Musalia Mudavadi: Why I folded up ANC to join Ruto, Gachagua’s movement is shaky | Nation • India is now establishing itself as an exporter of weapons: PM Modi • China's new president tours Africa to boost trade and investment • (3) China Premier Visits Kenya on Friday - YouTube • Ruto shake up: 51 State firms axed in cost saving bid | Nation • 9 State corporations to be dissolved, 42 others with similar mandates consolidated • KENYA AND THE UAE SIGN HISTORIC COMPREHENSIVE ECONOMIC PARTNERSHIP AGREEMENT – The Official Website of the President of the Republic of Kenya • China, Tanzania sign partnership deal | Nation • How China allegedly contributes to the deadly fentanyl crisis - The Japan Times • Trump launches trade war with tariffs on Mexico, Canada and China - The Japan Times • 'Let's do a deal': Zelenskyy offers Trump mineral partnership, seeking security - The Japan Times • China builds space alliances in Africa as Trump cuts foreign aid - The Japan TimesChina builds space alliances in Africa as Trump cuts foreign aid - The Japan Times • Trump turns on Zelenskyy, leaving Ukraine few options amid war - The Japan Times • Russian forces advance on Ukraine's critical minerals as Trump talks of a deal - The Japan Times • Japanese business leaders meet with Chinese vice premier - The Japan Times • Australian spy chief warns of rising role of minors in terror - The Japan Times • 2023-MILITARY-AND-SECURITY-DEVELOPMENTS-INVOLVING-THE-PEOPLES REPUBLIC-OF-CHINA.pdf • MILITARY-AND-SECURITY-DEVELOPMENTS-INVOLVING-THE-PEOPLES-REPUBLIC-OF CHINA-2024 (1).pdf • Trump sets 25% tariffs on steel and aluminum, heightening trade war - The Japan Times • Court declares Azimio la Umoja the Majority Party in National Assembly - YouTube • Why Ruto couldn’t risk handing Azimio majority leadership in the House | Nation • How court ruling affects President Ruto's agenda in the House | Nation • New Microsoft chip signals quantum computers in 'years, not decades' - The Japan Times • Sanctions on Rwanda alone won't stop war in DRC - The Japan Times • Despite the hugs, Trump-Modi meeting was mostly transactional - The Japan Times • Sudan's RSF, allies sign charter to establish parallel government • Egypt backs Sudan, warns against parallel government • US army conduct joint drills with Kenyan military • KDF FRIDAY BULLETIN 21 FEB 2025 • U.S. and Ukraine agree to terms of critical minerals deal - The Japan Times • Rare earths and strategic minerals in Ukraine - United Nations Western Europe • Global defence spending soars to new high • U.S. defense spending demands could transform global security - The Japan Times • Trump rages at 'disrespectful' Zelenskyy as White House meeting descends into chaos - YouTubePoland’s top diplomat calls on U.S. allies to spend more on defense - The Japan Times • How Trump and Zelenskyy’s Oval Office skirmish broke a deal - The Japan Times • Trump kicks Zelenskyy out of White House after Oval Office meltdown - The Japan Times • KDF FRIDAY BULLETIN 28 FEB 2025 - YouTube • KDF CONDUCTS JOINT AND COMBINED ARMS FIRE-POWER EXERCISE – Ministry of Defence – Kenya • Military might: Kenya Defence Forces showcase their Hardware and Fire power - YouTube • Kenyan Military show their might at the Madaraka Day Fete at Uhuru Gardens. • A close look at China's 14th Five-Year Plan - YouTube • In speech, Trump warns of tariff ‘disturbance’ as he touts trade plans - The Japan Times • EU proposes €150 billion defense loan plan as Trump pulls back - The Japan Times • Europe's Historic €800 Billion Defense Plan: A Game Changer for Global Security & Military Balance! - YouTube • France to open talks to extend nuclear shield for Europe, Macron says - The Japan Times • Major powers should not bully the weak, China's top diplomat says - The Japan Times • https://youtu.be/tTAl1VEln_s?si=EqB_55LbO8KYjmni • SoftBank’s Arm to drive Malaysia’s $270 billion chip goals - The Japan Times • Alarmed by Trump, Poland must look at nuclear options, premier says - The Japan Times • (3) Dharma Guardian 2025: India-Japan Military Train Together for Regional Security - YouTube • Agreement Inked: Sri Lanka and Japan Reach Bilateral Agreement on Debt Restructuring • Sri Lanka signs $2.5 billion debt deal with Japan - The Japan Times • Sri Lanka, Japan Unite to Tackle Maritime Challenges • Government taps rice stockpile to reverse price increases - The Japan Times • For first time ever, government begins auction of rice stockpile - The Japan Times • With drones and North Korean troops, Russia pushes back Ukraine’s offensive - The Japan Times • Kurdish-led SDF to join Syria's new state institutions, merging forces - The Japan Times • What does Turkey gain from the rebel offensive in Syria? - Atlantic Council • China deploys food as a high-impact, low-cost weapon in tariff fight - The Japan Times • (6) It’s a ‘downpour’ of praises as President Ruto, Raila Odinga formalize pact - YouTube • (6) Is it a done deal after Ruto-Raila sign coalition agreement? - YouTube • Europe's Call to Arms: President Von der Leyen's Historic Plea for Unity and Defense! #ReArmEurope • Taiwan’s DPP and KMT lock horns amid specter of recall votes - The Japan Times • U.S. steered Syrian Kurds toward Damascus deal, sources say - The Japan Times • Drones, budgets and infighting: Taiwan's daunting defense challenges - The Japan Times • https://youtu.be/VrO59ulLKMs?si=iNNCgoev7RGSQNu2 • (13) Japanese naval vessels dock in Mombasa, crew to be in Kenya for three days - YouTube • PM statement at press conference on the Coalition of the Willing: 15 March 2025 - GOV.UK • Who's in, who's out? The 'coalition of the willing' that could secure peace in Ukraine | World News | Sky News • Trump says he will speak with Putin on Tuesday about ending war in Ukraine - The Japan Times • How Ukraine’s offensive in Russia’s Kursk region unraveled - The Japan Times • Algeria debuts SS-26 Stone ballistic missile system • Russian navy frigate docks in South Africa for drills • President Ruto FULL SPEECH during Kenya, Netherlands Joint Press Briefing • Raila Odinga's Full Speech During the UDA-ODM Pact Signing • Roadmap to DRC Peace I Regional security chiefs meet in Nairobi • Trump and Zelenskyy pledge in phone call to work for end to war in Ukraine - The Japan Times • (21) French shell factory ramps up production as Europe re-arms • FRANCE 24 English - YouTube • Putin advances strategic aims while ceding little to Trump - The Japan Times • https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/world/trump-orders-attacks-against-houthis-in yemen/ar-AA1B6dEU?ocid=socialshare • (21) BREAKING: US military strikes Houthi targets in Yemen - YouTube • Thousands of Yemenis protest in Sanaa against US and Israel amid Trump’s renewed Iran threats • In rare meeting without U.S., Western army chiefs meet to show Ukraine unity - The Japan Times • China sends most military aircraft near Taiwan since October - The Japan Times • (21) China and Taiwan Trade Military Exercises ｜TaiwanPlus News - YouTube • https://youtu.be/S-guJA23TsQ?si=5a30ssdVJd-E3sIl • https://youtu.be/o29LMTtslHI?si=n7pLEguIVzwQyIOK • South Korea, U.S. wrap up Freedom Shield combined exercises • Pakistan’s economy is back. But so is terrorism. - The Japan Times • Ursula von der Leyen’s €650+€150 Billion Defense Plan 65% MADE in Europe – A Game Changer! • KDF FRIDAY BULLETIN 21 MARCH 2025 • Europe is short of gunpowder and TNT when it needs them most - The Japan Times • https://youtu.be/H1PgccykclM?si=9T7WUDWKAhXIQZfP • Japan, China, and South Korea agree to promote peace and cooperation - The Japan Times • Wang Yi highlights resumption of China-Japan-ROK free trade talks, RCEP and China Japan ties • RCEP – Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership • The Chemistry of Powder and Explosives - Angriff Press : Tenney L. Davis : Free Download, Borrow, and Streaming : Internet Archive • Japan's Self-Defense Forces come under joint commandーNHK WORLD-JAPAN NEWS - YouTube • Brazilian leader's Tokyo visit lifts ties to new heights - The Japan Times • North Korea's Kim supervises test of AI suicide drones - The Japan Times • North Korea sent 3,000 more soldiers to Russia this year, Seoul says - The Japan Times • Pyongyang launched strategic cruise missiles on February 26: KCNA • Both major political parties pledge full support for wildfire suppression, recovery • Tazara secures $1.4 billion for Chinese company to operate railway for 30 years | The Citizen • China conducts joint military exercises aimed at blockading Taiwan - The Japan Times • PLA releases video as joint military exercise around Taiwan begins • China's PLA releases Wukong-themed promo amid Eastern Command's military drills around Taiwan Island • Europeans back strong Ukraine army but differ on future 'reassurance force' - The Japan Times • Trump unveils 10% global tariff, with Japan levy set at 24% - The Japan Times • Pentagon sends second aircraft carrier to Mideast as Iran tensions rise - The Japan Times • China ends two days of military drills with simulated strikes on Taiwan ports and energy sites - The Japan Times • South Korea upholds Yoon impeachment, prompting snap election within 60 days - The Japan Times • Rapidus begins pilot production of 2-nanometer chips in Hokkaido - The Japan Times • KDF, GSU repulse ‘Shabaab’ ambush on Boni Forest camp | Nation • Philippines, U.S. launch joint drills aimed at 'deterrence' - The Japan Times • NATO chief calls on allies and partners to ‘outproduce and outpace’ rivals - The Japan Times • Iran says it will start nuclear talks with U.S. this weekend - The Japan Times • Israel’s push into Gaza lays ground for full-scale occupation - The Japan Times • India Naval Drills with African Nations to Counter China's Influence in the Indian Ocean • (2) JWTZ KUFANYA ZOEZI LA MAJINI NA JESHI LA INDIA - YouTube • Indian Navy to participate in multilateral maritime exercise with African nations • Trump carves up world and international order with it - The Japan Times • Argentina lands $20 billion IMF agreement and eases FX rules - The Japan Times • U.S. and Iran hold 'positive' talks in Oman, with more to come this week - The Japan Times • Trump warns tariffs are coming for electronics after reprieve - The Japan Times • Building on past achievements and making new advances in pursuit of shared goals | Nhan Dan Online • Ruto defends state fertilizer subsidy programme | Nation • Trump initiates chips and drug probes, ahead of more tariffs - The Japan Times • Argentina lands $20 billion IMF agreement and eases FX rules - The Japan Times • India carving niche as budget-friendly arms maker for Russia's past buyers - The Japan Times • China warns countries against striking trade deals with U.S. - The Japan Times • World’s economic chiefs to face Trump’s trade war in Washington - The Japan Times • Ruto in China: Seven Chinese companies sign deals to invest in Kenya | KBC Digital • (13) President Ruto witnesses the signing of 7 deals with China - YouTube • (15) China and Kenya sign a deal to expand the SGR to Malaba - YouTube • Come out and save us, you have the numbers, Uhuru tells youth | Daily Nation • Japan doubles down on stimulus to counter effects of Trump tariffs - The Japan Times • Cash bonus for a year fighting Russia? 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What does that mean for Japanese buyers? - The Japan Times • 'SHA is working,' President Ruto's Madaraka Day Full Speech in Homa Bay - YouTube • Ruto: Housing Levy changes to offer Sh5m home loans | Daily Nation • https://youtu.be/fUw8Y1z8tOc • Rearming Europe? Funding the rebirth of European defence • Russia sets out punitive terms at peace talks with Ukraine - The Japan Times • Statement by Prime Minister Shinzo Abe (Speeches and Statements by the Prime Minister) | Prime Minister of Japan and His Cabinet • A new russian offensive - YouTube • North Korea's Kim vows 'unconditional support' for Russia's war in Ukraine - The Japan Times • MSMT(Multilateral Sanctions Monitoring Team)