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  • We must keep fighting Russia with banks as well as tanks

    The war in Ukraine has caused over $1 trillion in damage and Western allies have frozen over $300 billion of Russian central bank reserves. To pay for the war, the writer suggests revising laws on sovereign immunity so that those assets can be seized. This would not only be morally logical, but also financially and politically sound. It would be a response to those complaining about the costs of the war and would go a long way to helping Ukraine. The writer calls on the UK, US, Canada, Japan, EU and Australia to unify around this proposal to help Ukraine win the war. Join the discussion on the writer\’s Facebook group to learn more about how you can help Ukraine in this fight.



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  • Canada’s imports from Russia dipped nearly 80% since Ukraine invasion – National | Globalnews.ca

    Canada\’s trade with Russia has plummeted since the invasion of Ukraine a year ago. Ottawa has imposed economic measures that bar the export of a range of items, including forklifts, barbers\’ chairs and aircraft. Industry Canada data shows that imports from Russia fell 78% in the first 10 months of 2022, while exports dropped 91% over the same period. Despite the restrictions, certain sectors have emerged largely unscathed. Canadian companies can only export certain items if they secure a waiver, and the process is increasingly political. With Russia now standing as Canada\’s 53rd most valuable trading partner, the negative trend is expected to continue in the coming year.



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  • China and Russia deepen ties as Joe Biden rallies NATO\’s \’frontline\’ over Ukraine

    China and Russia have pledged to deepen their partnership as tension rises surrounding the one-year anniversary of Russia\’s invasion of Ukraine. China\’s top diplomat Wang Yi told Russian President Vladimir Putin that Beijing was ready to enhance ties. Meanwhile, US President Joe Biden reaffirmed security assurances for NATO\’s \”frontline\” eastern members. Russian Deputy Foreign Minister sought to calm nerves, saying the step did not make a nuclear war more likely. Schools in Ukraine have taken their classes online for the rest of the week for fear of an upsurge in Russian missile attacks. Russia is due to begin military exercises with China in South Africa on Friday and has sent a frigate equipped with new generation hypersonic cruise missiles. NATO allies and other supporters have sent Ukraine tens of billions of dollars worth of arms and ammunition. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has warned Beijing against supplying weapons to Moscow, prompting anger from China. Tensions remain high in Europe as the anniversary of the Russian invasion of Ukraine approaches. The UN rights office has recorded more than 8,000 civilians killed, and millions more have been displaced. NATO allies have promised modern battle tanks, though they have yet to offer Western fighter jets sought by Kyiv.



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  • China and Russia deepen ties as Joe Biden rallies NATO\’s \’frontline\’ over Ukraine

    China and Russia have pledged to deepen their partnership as tension rises surrounding the one-year anniversary of Russia\’s invasion of Ukraine. China\’s top diplomat Wang Yi told Russian President Vladimir Putin that Beijing was ready to enhance ties. Meanwhile, US President Joe Biden reaffirmed security assurances for NATO\’s \”frontline\” eastern members. Russian Deputy Foreign Minister sought to calm nerves, saying the step did not make a nuclear war more likely. Schools in Ukraine have taken their classes online for the rest of the week for fear of an upsurge in Russian missile attacks. Russia is due to begin military exercises with China in South Africa on Friday and has sent a frigate equipped with new generation hypersonic cruise missiles. NATO allies and other supporters have sent Ukraine tens of billions of dollars worth of arms and ammunition. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has warned Beijing against supplying weapons to Moscow, prompting anger from China. Tensions remain high in Europe as the anniversary of the Russian invasion of Ukraine approaches. The UN rights office has recorded more than 8,000 civilians killed, and millions more have been displaced. NATO allies have promised modern battle tanks, though they have yet to offer Western fighter jets sought by Kyiv.



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  • China and Russia deepen ties as Joe Biden rallies NATO\’s \’frontline\’ over Ukraine

    China and Russia have pledged to deepen their partnership as tension rises surrounding the one-year anniversary of Russia\’s invasion of Ukraine. China\’s top diplomat Wang Yi told Russian President Vladimir Putin that Beijing was ready to enhance ties. Meanwhile, US President Joe Biden reaffirmed security assurances for NATO\’s \”frontline\” eastern members. Russian Deputy Foreign Minister sought to calm nerves, saying the step did not make a nuclear war more likely. Schools in Ukraine have taken their classes online for the rest of the week for fear of an upsurge in Russian missile attacks. Russia is due to begin military exercises with China in South Africa on Friday and has sent a frigate equipped with new generation hypersonic cruise missiles. NATO allies and other supporters have sent Ukraine tens of billions of dollars worth of arms and ammunition. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has warned Beijing against supplying weapons to Moscow, prompting anger from China. Tensions remain high in Europe as the anniversary of the Russian invasion of Ukraine approaches. The UN rights office has recorded more than 8,000 civilians killed, and millions more have been displaced. NATO allies have promised modern battle tanks, though they have yet to offer Western fighter jets sought by Kyiv.



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  • China and Russia deepen ties as Joe Biden rallies NATO\’s \’frontline\’ over Ukraine

    China and Russia have pledged to deepen their partnership as tension rises surrounding the one-year anniversary of Russia\’s invasion of Ukraine. China\’s top diplomat Wang Yi told Russian President Vladimir Putin that Beijing was ready to enhance ties. Meanwhile, US President Joe Biden reaffirmed security assurances for NATO\’s \”frontline\” eastern members. Russian Deputy Foreign Minister sought to calm nerves, saying the step did not make a nuclear war more likely. Schools in Ukraine have taken their classes online for the rest of the week for fear of an upsurge in Russian missile attacks. Russia is due to begin military exercises with China in South Africa on Friday and has sent a frigate equipped with new generation hypersonic cruise missiles. NATO allies and other supporters have sent Ukraine tens of billions of dollars worth of arms and ammunition. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has warned Beijing against supplying weapons to Moscow, prompting anger from China. Tensions remain high in Europe as the anniversary of the Russian invasion of Ukraine approaches. The UN rights office has recorded more than 8,000 civilians killed, and millions more have been displaced. NATO allies have promised modern battle tanks, though they have yet to offer Western fighter jets sought by Kyiv.



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  • Chinese foreign minister visits Moscow amid Ukraine war anniversary – National | Globalnews.ca

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    Russia and China are deepening their ties as the war in Ukraine continues to upend the global diplomatic order. Relations between Russia and the West are at their lowest point since the Cold War, and ties between China and the U.S. are also under serious strain. Both countries are showcasing their defense ties, with military drills and the arrival of a Russian frigate in Cape Town. U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken has warned that any Chinese involvement in Russia\’s war effort would be a \”serious problem.\” China has refused to criticize the invasion and has echoed Moscow\’s claim that the U.S. and NATO are to blame for provoking the Kremlin.



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  • FirstFT: Russia and China vow to strengthen ties

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    This article looks at the deepening relationship between Vladimir Putin and China\’s Xi Jinping, and how Beijing has provided an economic lifeline to Moscow as western sanctions bite. Five news stories are also discussed, including the missing Chinese banker Bao Fan, the arrest of Imran Khan supporters in Pakistan, Toyota\’s pay rises in Japan, Google\’s breakthrough in quantum computer error correction, and the Federal Reserve\’s interest rate decision. Lastly, the article mentions Emperor Naruhito\’s birthday, Turkey\’s interest rate decision, and earnings from companies such as Alibaba Group, Deutsche Telekom, and Intuit. It also looks at Ayatollah Ali Khamenei\’s attempts to manage his image, the costs of Russia\’s invasion of Ukraine, and the Nigerian presidential race. Follow us on Facebook and Twitter to stay up-to-date with the latest news and views.



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  • Free tea and sausages in the snow: How Putin persuades Russians to cheer the war

    On Wednesday, tens of thousands of people attended a mass event at Moscow\’s Luzhniki Stadium, timed for Defender of the Fatherland Day. The event was organized by the Kremlin, with attendants signing up via youth organizations, state companies, and educational institutions. President Vladimir Putin took to the stage to chants of \”Russia! Russia!\” and spoke of defending interests, people, and culture. The event also featured pop stars and a group of young children from Mariupol, Ukraine. Other festivities are expected across the country in the coming days, with the Kremlin sending out guidelines to regional authorities. Join the conversation and follow my Facebook group for more information about Russia.



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  • Taliban set up investment consortium with firms from Russia, Iran | The Express Tribune

    The Taliban-led administration in Afghanistan has established a consortium of companies from Russia, Iran and Pakistan to create a investment plan focusing on power, mining and infrastructure. The consortium includes 14 Afghan businessmen and the ministry has signed a memorandum of understanding with foreign companies. The Islamic Emirate is working to ensure security and will support the private sector in the security field. They are also planning to focus on building special economic zones to attract foreign investment. Shipments of oil, gas and wheat under a major deal with Russia last year have begun arriving in Afghanistan by road and rail through Central Asia. If you are interested in learning more about the investment opportunities in Afghanistan, join my Facebook group for updates.



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