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27 Million People in Argentina Fall into Poverty
The economy of Argentina continues to deteriorate. According to statistics, the poverty rate reached 57.4% in January this year, a new high in 22 years, and it is estimated that 27 million Argentines have fallen into poverty.
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FOWPAL visited Turkish campus, teachers and students jointly signed "The Declaration of World Day of the Power of Hope"
FOWPAL visited Adem Ceylan Final Technical School and received a big applause from teachers and students by giving the performance of oriental martial arts.
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FOWPAL Presents the World Education Model Award in Memory of Dr. Jagdish Gandhi
Dr. Hong, Tao-Tze, president of FOWPAL, right, presented the FOWPAL World Education Model Award to the family of Dr. Gandhi. The award was received by Dr. Gandhi's wife, Dr. Bharti Gandhi, and their daughter.
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Global Layoffs Hit 11 Companies, Including Google and Amazon
Despite being just a month into 2024, international headlines are filled with news of layoffs. Even large corporations that were once considered “too big to fail” are resorting to workforce reductions due to financial difficulties, causing widespread concern. The global economy’s ability to recover and the possibility of renewed instability are being closely watched.
Among the companies announcing layoffs recently are tech giants such as Amazon, Google, Citigroup, Kiwi.com, Wipro, PayPal, SAP SE, eBay, SolarEdge, Discord, and Foodpanda, totaling 11 companies.
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North Korea Frequent Launches of Cruise Missiles
According to a report by North Korean official media outlet “Chosun Central News Agency” on January 31, North Korea has recently conducted frequent missile tests. On January 30, the North Korean People’s Army conducted a test launch of the “Arrow-2” cruise missile in the western waters of the Korean Peninsula.
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Putin Officially Listed as a Presidential Candidate in Russia, Confirmed for Another 6-Year Term in Office
The Russian Central Election Commission has officially registered Vladimir Putin as a candidate for the March presidential election. It is almost certain that Putin will win this election and continue to rule for another six years, becoming the longest-serving ruler in Russia since the 18th century.
Putin, who is 71 years old, has been leading Russia since the beginning of this century. He has won the presidential election four times and has only briefly served as prime minister. Under the current system in Russia, the opposition has almost become non-existent.
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Ukraine Experiences a 12 Billion Military Procurement Scandal; Zelensky Publicly Declares Income to Demonstrate Anti-Corruption Resolve
On January 28th, Ukrainian President Zelensky publicly disclosed his personal income for the past two years, demonstrating his commitment to transparency and anti-corruption efforts. This move is aimed at gaining international weapons and financial aid, as well as meeting the strict standards of the European Union. The day before, Ukrainian authorities also announced the exposure of a major military procurement corruption case worth a total of $40 million.
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Chinese Vice Foreign Minister Visits North Korea, Both Sides Agree to Safeguard Common Core Interests
According to North Korean state media, North Korean Foreign Minister Choe Son-hui met with Chinese Vice Foreign Minister Sun Weidong. Both sides agreed to deepen the friendly cooperation between the two countries on the occasion of the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and North Korea, strengthen strategic communication and coordination, and exchange views on issues such as the relationship between the two countries, the international and regional situation, etc.
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Demanding Government Reform: French Farmers Block Roads in Tractor Protest
French farmers have launched a series of intense protests over the past week, demanding that the government take emergency action to address issues such as inflation, heavy taxation on farmers, cheap imported agricultural products, and soaring costs. On the 26th, farmers blocked a major highway connecting Paris with the northern cities of Lille, Benelux, and the UK. The several-kilometer-long road was blocked, causing severe traffic disruptions around the capital.
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Controversy Surrounds Australia Day: Simultaneous Demonstrations Protesting Citizenship Oaths
Tens of thousands of Australians took to the streets today to protest on January 26th, Australia's controversial National Day, which commemorates the arrival of European settlers at Sydney Cove in 1788, with demonstrators calling it an 'invasion day'.
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Human Rights
Protecting the World’s Cultural Diversity for a Sustainable Future
The Peace Bell Resonates at the 27th Eurasian Economic Summit
Declaration of World Day of the Power of Hope Endorsed by People in 158 Nations
Awakening of Conscience - Promise Taiwan’s Rebirth and Hopeful Future
Puppet Show I International Friendship Day 2020