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China to grant visa-free entry to Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Peru & Uruguay, boosting ties with key Latin American economies.

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China has been actively expanding its visa-free travel policy having recently inked a five-year extension with Malaysia. Amid rising trade tensions, Datuk Prof. Dr. Awang Azman Awang Pawi from Universiti Malaya explains how this move can benefit China on a global scale.

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Increased mobility is expected to spur Chinese investment in high-growth sectors throughout Malaysia, says analyst.

The announcement followed new US visa curbs on Chinese officials tied to policies on foreign access to Tibetan regions.

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Every time I find one of these lunatics, I take away their visas, says US Secretary of State Marco Rubio.

UK warns travelers to the US of possible arrest or detention for breaking entry rules.

Los Angeles 2028 Olympics organisers assured the IOC on visa and entry concerns for athletes and officials.

Trump says he will also stop federal funding for educational institutions that allow what he called illegal protests.

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G7 leaders seek unity on trade and Ukraine while facing divisions over tariffs Russia sanctions and China's economic practices.

The EU currently has anti-dumping and anti-subsidy measures on imports of tyres for buses and lorries from China.

China says US trade talks help but stresses multilateralism is key to resolving global trade tensions amid recent tariff disputes.

US firms rush to bonded warehouses to delay China tariffs, but rising costs and policy uncertainty make long-term bets risky.

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States sue Trump over tariffs, citing abuse of emergency powers as legal and economic concerns grow.

UK halts trade talks with Israel over Gaza offensive, condemns aid blockade and settler violence, warns of further action if war continues.

EU to review Israel ties over Gaza crisis and rights concerns as most members back move while Israel rejects criticism and defends actions.

Ringgit strengthens as US dollar weakens due to Moodys downgrade, US fiscal risks, and capital shifts toward Asia ahead of G7 talks.