Keywords: Congress


North Korea: Kim Jong Un’s daughter reportedly poised as potential successor

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un is increasingly signaling that his teenage daughter, Kim Ju Ae, could be preparing to assume a future leadership role, according to assessments shared by South Korean intelligence officials on Thursday. For more than seven decades, North Korea has been ruled by the Kim......

North Korea to hold ninth party congress in late February

North Korea has announced that it will convene the ninth Congress of the Workers' Party of Korea in late February, marking the first such meeting since 2021. The major political event is expected to take place in Pyongyang, according to state media, though authorities have not disclosed an exact......

North Korea’s Kim dismisses vice premier ahead of key party meeting

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has removed Vice Premier Yang Sung Ho from his post, citing “irresponsible and incompetent” economic management, according to state media reports. The dismissal comes as the country prepares for its ninth ruling party congress, which will focus on economic......

Türkiye to host IAC 2026, highlighting national space program and global achievements

Türkiye will host the International Astronautical Congress (IAC) 2026 from October 5–9 in Antalya, showcasing its National Space Program and recent achievements in manned missions, satellite production, and spaceport development. Over 10,000 experts, entrepreneurs, and academics from around......

U.S. lawmakers hail Morocco as a historic and reliable strategic partner

American lawmakers from both major political parties have reaffirmed the deep-rooted friendship and strategic partnership between Morocco and the United States, describing the Kingdom as a reliable and indispensable ally of Washington. Speaking during a gala event held at the U.S. Congress as part of......

US congress approves permanent lifting of sanctions on Syria

The United States Congress has approved legislation that permanently lifts American sanctions imposed on Syria, marking a significant shift in Washington’s policy toward the war-torn country. The measure was adopted as part of the National Defense Authorization Act, following approval by both chambers......

Mexico raises tariffs on Asian imports to protect industry and align with us trade goals

Mexico’s Congress has approved a sweeping package of tariff increases on imports from several Asian countries, marking a major shift in the country’s trade policy aimed at both protecting domestic producers and strengthening relations with the United States. Under the new legislation, import......

The End of federal subsidies could leave millions of Americans without affordable health coverage

Millions of Americans may lose access to affordable health insurance early next year as federal subsidies supporting the Affordable Care Act (ACA) are set to expire. The program—one of the hallmark reforms of former President Barack Obama—was designed to expand coverage for low-income households......

Africa redefines global mineral dynamics at IMC 2025 in Marrakech

In Marrakech, the 2025 International Mining Congress & Exhibition (IMC) opened with a bold message: Africa is indispensable to the world’s future, and it is taking control of its role in the global mineral economy. The event brought together industry leaders, policymakers, and international......