Pope Francis embarked on a 12-day tour of Southeast Asia, starting in Jakarta, Indonesia, where he will spend five days before visiting Papua New Guinea, East Timor, and Singapore. The 87-year-old leader of the Catholic Church left Rome on an overnight flight to the Indonesian capital with his entourage. The ambitious tour aims to strengthen ties with the region’s Catholic communities and promote interfaith dialogue.
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Trump unveils new tariffs on dozens of countries ahead of tonight’s midnight deadline
President Trump announced new tariffs for over 60 U.S. trading partners, set to take effect next week, with rates up to 41% for Syria and 40% for Laos and Myanmar, while Canada's tariffs increase from 25% to 35%. Despite delays in trade agreements, Trump remains open to negotiations post-implementation, emphasizing the positive impact of his trade strategy on U.S. exports and economic growth. Want More Context? 🔎
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