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The recent decision by China to suspend all imports of Japanese seafood has sent shockwaves through international trade circles. At the heart of this decision lies the aftermath of the Fukushima nuclear disaster, as Japan began discharging treated contaminated water from the crippled nuclear plant into the Pacific Ocean. This action has sparked controversy and a heated exchange of words between the two nations. In this article, we’ll delve into the motivations behind China’s move, its implications, and the broader context of Fukushima’s impact on global relations. Unveiling the Selfish Release of Wastewater The controversy centers around Japan’s decision to…

In an unexpected turn of events, trade between India and Russia has seen a remarkable surge in July, with shipments from India to Russia more than doubling compared to the previous year. This surge comes at a time when demand for engineering goods from major markets like the US and China has been slackening. According to a media release by EEPC India, the Engineering Export Promotion Council, shipments to Russia skyrocketed to US$ 123.65 million in July 2024 from US$ 55.65 million in July 2022, representing an astonishing rise of 122.03 percent. This surge has raised eyebrows among economists and…

In the wake of the Taliban’s resurgence in Afghanistan, the international community has been shocked by the grim reality unfolding in the nation. Since the Taliban takeover, more than 200 members of Afghanistan’s former military, law enforcement, and government have lost their lives, revealing a deeply troubling trend of targeted violence and extrajudicial killings. The United Nations mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) has been closely monitoring the situation and has raised alarm bells over the loss of lives and the lack of accountability measures taken by the Taliban. The Shocking Toll According to the recent report released by UNAMA, the toll…

Nepal’s central probe agency has sent shockwaves through the nation by summoning and interrogating two former Prime Ministers, Madhav Kumar Nepal and Baburam Bhattarai, for their alleged roles in the notorious Lalita Niwas land grab scam. This high-profile scandal has exposed the intertwining of political power and corruption, and raises a pivotal discourse on transparency, accountability, and the imperative for strengthened governance systems to safeguard public trust. The Lalita Niwas Land Grab Scam Unveiled The Lalita Niwas land grab scam unfolded during the prime ministerships of Nepal and Bhattarai, when policy-level decisions were made under their leadership. This scandal revolves…