Politics
Make sure you always know the latest political news with hard hitting articles about the shape the world is taking. Gain an understanding of what is occurring as a result of Brexit and the EU, the royal family, foreign affairs and changes in government regulation. In a world where local changes have international implications, these topics that affect us all.
Theresa May Announces Plans to Raise Investment into Africa Post-Brexit
British Prime Minister Theresa May’s Cape Town speech on Tuesday included a promise to invest £4 billion into African economies post-Brexit.
Online Retailers May Face “Amazon Tax” to Save Brick-and-Mortar Businesses
Chancellor Philip Hammond revealed that he is seriously considering applying an “Amazon tax,” that is, a tax for online retailers, in order to even the competition with traditional companies.
U.S sanctions China, igniting a two-way global trade war
It was meant to happen and eventually became real: the trade war between China and the U.S is on. Starting August 23rd, a 25% import tax will take effect in the U.S for any Chinese product entering the U.S soil. Overall, Donal Trump has threatened tariffs on $200 billion Chinese goods.
US resumes sanctions against Iran, E.U strengthen ties
After Barack Obama's efforts to open a new chapter between the U.S and Iran, current President Donald Trump has taken steps back on the Iran deal.
UK and EU Issue Joint Statement Promising Iran Support Against US Iran Sanctions
The UK foreign minister has signed an agreement with those from the European Union to block Trump’s Iran sanctions to protect businesses working with that country.
Trumps Attempts to Divide are Unifying the World Against Him
US President Trump sees trading partners as rivals and in his attempt to divide them with tariffs, many have unified with their own agreements without including the United States.
Trump Leaves His UK Protocol Disaster and Protests Behind for Putin Meeting
Donald Trump left his trip to the UK after having made several protocol blunders along the way, only to anger many Republicans and Democrats in his meeting with Vladimir Putin.
Iran’s Remaining 2015 Nuclear Deal Partners Remain Despite U.S. Sanctions
Despite threats from the U.S. to move forward with sanctions, the remaining world powers from the 2015 Iran accord have agreed to back Iran oil production.
Brexit Secretary David Davis Resigned, Followed by Foreign Secretary Boris Johnson
Brexit Secretary David Davis resigned on Sunday night, followed by Foreign Secretary Boris Johnson, who resigned on Monday as Dominic Raab replaced Davis.
EU Warns US About Causing Self-Harm With Automotive Import Tariffs
The European Union sent a submission to the United States warning that tariffs on the auto industry will only cause costs to rise for American consumers.
