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UK sends Royal Navy ship to boost aid for Gaza and set up a new maritime corridor

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UK sends Royal Navy ship to boost aid for Gaza and set up a new maritime corridor

A British Royal Navy ship will supply aid to Gaza as part of an international effort to set up a new humanitarian maritime corridor in early May. The initiative, involving the United States, Cyprus, and other partners, aims to deliver aid directly to Gaza through a temporary pier off the coast. The British government has pledged 9.7 million pounds for aid equipment and logistical expertise. Military teams have been working on developing the safest and most effective maritime route. Last week, the killing of seven aid workers, including three British nationals, in an Israeli airstrike in Gaza led to global outrage.

Our View: There can be no consultation on civil service sick leave

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Our View: There can be no consultation on civil service sick leave

The government of Cyprus is proposing new regulations to standardize sick leave in the public sector, reducing annual sick leave from 42 to 28 days and sick days without a doctor’s certificate from 8 to 6. Unions are opposing these changes and calling for broader consultations, which the government believes will prevent the regulations from being updated or standardized. The government argues that the abuses of sick leave entitlement are costly to the taxpayer and should be addressed through imposition of regulations rather than prolonged dialogue with unions.

AAP alleges ‘massive’ donations to BJP amid corporate losses – Yes Punjab – Latest News from Punjab, India & World

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AAP alleges 'massive' donations to BJP amid corporate losses - Yes Punjab - Latest News from Punjab, India & World

The Aam Aadmi Party alleged that 33 companies, which incurred losses of around Rs one lakh crore in seven years, have given Rs 450 crore in donations to BJP through electoral bonds or after getting tax exemptions.

Biggest Corporate Welfare Scam of All Time, by Stephen Moore

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Biggest Corporate Welfare Scam of All Time, by Stephen Moore

President Joe Biden is calling on corporate America to pay their fair share of taxes, but it turns out that some companies, particularly green energy firms, are not paying their fair share. Despite receiving billions in subsidies, wind and solar power industries are among the biggest tax dodgers in the country, paying nearly zero income taxes. These companies have received over a quarter trillion dollars in subsidies over the past two decades, with no significant increase in renewable energy production. Biden’s policies, such as the Inflation Reduction Act, are expected to drain the Treasury of up to .8 trillion over 10 years. The green energy lobby is exempt from Biden’s proposed mandatory 15% minimum corporate tax, highlighting the hypocrisy in his stance on tax evasion. The green energy industry is profiting off climate change hysteria, with little to show for the taxpayer-funded subsidies they receive.

North, ’s ‘govt’ is ‘like a bad joke’

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North, ’s ‘govt’ is ‘like a bad joke’

The fact described in the text is that the north’s ‘government’ in Cyprus is planning to increase fines for causing death by dangerous driving from 1.2 million TL to 1.8 million TL.

Revenue growth outpaces expenses in early 2024

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Revenue growth outpaces expenses in early 2024

The General Government’s fiscal surplus exceeded half a billion euros in the first two months of the year, showing an increase of 34% annually, reaching 1.7% of GDP. Total revenues for January-February 2024 increased by 16.7% to €2,328 billion compared to the same period in 2023. Specifically, income from income and wealth taxation increased by 20.1%, social contributions increased by 17.1%, and interest and dividends received increased by 7.7%. Total expenses for the same period increased by 12.3% to €1,793.2 billion, with personnel expenses increasing by 15.8% and social benefits increasing by 12.9%.

Nicaragua seeks to halt German arms exports to Israel at World Court

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Nicaragua seeks to halt German arms exports to Israel at World Court

Nicaragua has asked the International Court of Justice to order Germany to stop military arms exports to Israel and to resume funding for the U.N. Palestinian refugee agency UNRWA, citing a serious risk of genocide in Gaza. Germany denies the allegations and states it has not violated international law. Germany is a major arms exporter to Israel, sending 326.5 million euros in military equipment in 2023. Since October 7, over 33,000 Palestinians have been killed in Israel’s military offensive in Gaza. Germany has resumed some funding to UNRWA in certain regions, but not in Gaza.

Spain to scupper ‘golden visas’ for foreign real estate investors

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Spain to scupper ‘golden visas’ for foreign real estate investors

Spain’s Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez announced the scrapping of the golden visa programme, which grants residency rights to foreigners who make large investments in real estate. The programme, which required a minimum investment of 500,000 euros, will be eliminated to make access to affordable housing a right instead of a speculative business. Portugal has also revamped its golden visa scheme, excluding real estate investment to address a housing crisis.

Saudi crown prince meets Pakistani premier, stresses India-Pakistan dialogue

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Saudi crown prince meets Pakistani premier, stresses India-Pakistan dialogue

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman emphasized the need for dialogue to ease tensions between Pakistan and India, particularly regarding the Kashmir dispute. India and Pakistan have a history of conflict over the region, with recent escalation following a bombing in Kashmir traced back to Pakistan-based militants. Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh stated that India would pursue militants into Pakistan if necessary. The two countries have also been at odds over allegations of cross-border killings. Pakistan is seeking a billion investment package from Saudi Arabia to address financial difficulties.

EU will not delay deforestation law, environment chief says on Ivory Coast visit

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EU will not delay deforestation law, environment chief says on Ivory Coast visit

The European Union is not planning to delay a new law cracking down on commodities linked to deforestation, set to come into force at the end of 2024. The law will require companies to prove their goods were not grown on deforested land. Some EU countries requested a delay, but the Commissioner stated that producers and governments have had nearly two years to prepare. Ivory Coast has launched a national sustainable cocoa strategy to comply with the EU requirements, with the Commissioner stating they are well-prepared. The EU will not fully cover the costs of compliance, but has launched various support programs and a reforestation loan for Ivory Coast.