North America
US-Angola ties will grow despite Biden postponement
President Joe Biden has postponed a planned visit to Angola
AngolaTikTok lawsuit signals US efforts to restrict the app
In its latest legal setback, TikTok is being challenged over inadequate child safety protections
United StatesMiddle East edges closer to all-out war
Israel's recent successes against Iran and Hezbollah has opened a window of opportunity for further advances
Middle EastSouth-east Asia will watch US election closely
As the US presidential election draws closer, debate over its likely impact on the region is growing
South-east AsiaPact on icebreakers will strengthen US Arctic presence
The United States, Canada and Finland have agreed to coordinate their development of new icebreaking vessels
North AmericaAbu Dhabi pitches for global role in AI
UAE leader’s US visit underscores Abu Dhabi’s efforts to become a leader in artificial intelligence (AI)
United Arab EmiratesGoogle’s legal challenges continue to mount
Google has suffered another US antitrust case loss, forcing it to alter its business model
InternationalProlonged high costs will hit tourism rebound momentum
Tourism has recovered strongly in 2023 and 2024 but faces headwinds from high costs and geopolitical tensions
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