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NATO Chief Mark Rutte Warns China, India, and Brazil of “Massive” Sanctions Over Russia Trade

Arijit Bose
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NATO Chief Mark Rutte Warns China, India, and Brazil of “Massive” Sanctions Over Russia Trade Moscow – In a significant warning delivered, Mark Rutte, the Secretary General of NATO, cautioned nations including Brazil, China, and India that they could face severe secondary sanctions if they continue their trade relations with Russia. Rutte’s remarks came a day after former US President Donald Trump announced plans for increased weaponry for Ukraine and threatened “biting” secondary tariffs of 100 percent on importers of Russian commodities, should a peace agreement not be reached within…

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China Expands Influence in South Pacific with New Cook Islands Security Agreement

Arijit Bose
China, South Pacific, Cook Islands, security agreement, geopolitical influence, Beijing, Pacific Islands, foreign policy, regional security, China-Cook Islands ties, diplomacy, economic cooperation, strategic partnership, maritime security, global politics, defense pact, trade relations, Indo-Pacific, international relations, sovereignty, military expansion

Wellington – A new security agreement between China and the Cook Islands has raised concerns in New Zealand and Australia over Beijing’s growing presence in the South Pacific. The agreement, signed last week, marks a significant step in China’s deepening ties with Pacific nations and has prompted calls for a reassessment of regional security strategies. Agreement Raises Regional Tensions New Zealand officials expressed unease over the lack of prior consultation before the agreement was finalized. Foreign Minister James Ryan stated, “Our relationship with the Cook Islands is built on mutual trust…

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