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Pascal Agboyibo : L’Avocat Togolais au Cœur d’un Partenariat Minier Stratégique RDC-USA

Un Togolais dans les Négociations Clés sur les Minerais Critiques Pascal Agboyibo, avocat togolais et fils de l’ancien Premier ministre Yawovi Agboyibo, joue un rôle central dans les discussions entre la République Démocratique du Congo (RDC) et les États-Unis autour d’un partenariat stratégique sur les minerais critiques. Il est le seul représentant togolais au sein d’une unité de coordination stratégique de 22 membres, composée de hautes personnalités congolaises, dont :✔ Le chef de cabinet du président✔ Le ministre des Affaires étrangères✔ Le ministre des Mines Un Accord aux Enjeux Majeurs Ce partenariat, une fois finalisé, permettra :🔹 Aux États-Unis d’accéder aux ressources minières stratégiques de la RDC (cobalt, lithium, coltan).🔹 À la RDC de bénéficier d’un soutien accru pour stabiliser l’Est du pays, en proie aux conflits armés. Pascal Agboyibo : Un Expert du Droit Minier et des Projets Stratégiques Fondateur du cabinet international Asafo & Co, Pascal Agboyibo est reconnu pour son expertise en :⚖ Droit minier💼 Finance structurée🏗 Projets d’infrastructure Présent […]

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Elon Musk Criticizes Trump’s Tax and Spending Bill

On June 3, 2025, Elon Musk, former head of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), publicly criticized President Donald Trump's flagship tax and spending proposal, the "One Big Beautiful Bill Act" (OBBBA), labeling it a "disgusting abomination." Musk's denunciation, shared on his social media platform X, came shortly after his departure from the Trump administration, where he had served for four months. The OBBBA, passed narrowly in the House on May 22, 2025, aims to extend the 2017 tax cuts, implement new tax breaks for tipped wages and overtime, overhaul Medicaid and food stamps, and allocate additional funds toward Trump's immigration enforcement initiatives. The Congressional Budget Office estimates that the bill would add $3.8 trillion to the national debt over the next decade . Musk's criticism centers on the bill's extensive spending and potential to undermine fiscal responsibility. He expressed […]

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Elon Musk’s Reign of Corruption Chronicled in Elizabeth Warren Report

As Elon Musk departs the Trump White House — at least officially — a new Senate report examines how the world’s richest man leveraged his access to the levers of federal power to boost his myriad personal businesses including his electric vehicle company Tesla, aerospace contractor SpaceX, social media platform X, and brain chip firm Neuralink. Trump Has 'Broken' Musk, Jon Stewart Roasts Tech Billionaire After White House Departure Musk is leaving his post as a “special government employee” — a status that limited his stint in the executive branch to 130 days. As Donald Trump made clear in a press conference, where he gave Musk a “key” to the White House, the billionaire’s influence will live on, as will his crusade against his own regulators. Issued by Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), the report is titled “Special Interests Over the […]

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Germany and France Say Europe Must Respond to Trump’s Auto Tariffs

President Trump’s sweeping tariffs on automobiles drew a sharp reaction on Thursday from leaders in Germany and France, who called on the European Union to hit back firmly against measures that they said would harm the United States and Europe, and global trade as a whole. Mr. Trump announced on Wednesday that he would impose a 25 percent tariff on cars and car parts shipped to the United States, putting pressure on America’s top trade allies around the globe. The tariffs, which he said were permanent, will take effect on April 3. President Emmanuel Macron of France said Thursday that he had told Mr. Trump the day before that tariffs were “not a good idea.” France would work with the European Commission on a “riposte,” he added, the goal of which would be “to find an accord to dismantle the tariffs” and getting the U.S. president to […]

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Trump Imposes 25% Tariffs on Car Imports, Sparking Industry and Trade Concerns

President Donald Trump has announced new 25% tariffs on imported cars and auto parts, set to take effect in phases starting 2 April. Vehicle tariffs will apply immediately, while parts tariffs—excluding those from Canada and Mexico for now—will begin in May or later. Trump framed the move as a boon for American manufacturing, claiming it would drive "tremendous growth," jobs, and investment. However, analysts warn of potential short-term factory shutdowns, higher consumer prices, and strained trade relations. The policy could disrupt global supply chains, particularly for the $240bn annual US car import market, which accounts for half of domestic sales. Mexico, South Korea, Japan, Canada, and Germany—the top suppliers—face direct impacts. US automakers with cross-border operations, like GM and Stellantis (owner of Jeep and Chrysler), saw shares drop 3-3.6% ahead of the announcement. Tesla CEO Elon Musk acknowledged the tariffs […]

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Florida opens criminal investigation into Tate brothers

Florida has launched a criminal investigation into British-American influencers Andrew and Tristan Tate, who flew to the state last week from Romania, where they faced rape and human-trafficking charges. Florida's attorney general, James Uthmeier, said investigators have issued search warrants and subpoenas as part of a "now-active" inquiry. In the US, the brothers also face a civil suit from a woman alleging they coerced her into sex work, and then defamed her after she gave evidence to Romanian authorities. They strongly deny all the allegations against them. A former kickboxer and self-described misogynist who appeared on UK TV show Big Brother, Andrew Tate has millions of followers online. Andrew, 38, and his brother Tristan, 36, face separate charges in the UK of rape and human trafficking. They deny those allegations too. Uthmeier, a Republican, said in Tuesday's statement: "Last week, […]

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Hong Kong billionaire to sell Panama Canal ports to US firm

A Hong Kong-based company has agreed to sell most of its stake in two key ports on the Panama Canal to a group led by US investment firm BlackRock. The sale comes after weeks of complaining by President Donald Trump that the canal is under Chinese control and that the US should take control of the major shipping route. Through a subsidiary, CK Hutchison Holding operates ports at the Atlantic Ocean and Pacific Ocean entrances to the canal. It said Tuesday that it would sell its interests as part of a deal worth $22.8bn (£17.8bn). CK Hutchison, founded by Hong Kong billionaire Li Ka-shing, is not owned by the Chinese government. But its base in Hong Kong means it operates under Chinese financial laws. It has operated the ports since 1997. The deal includes a total of 43 ports in 23 […]

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Trump tells Congress he ‘appreciates’ Zelensky’s message on Ukraine peace

Donald Trump says Ukraine is ready to begin peace negotiations "as soon as possible", with strong signals Russia is also ready for a deal During an address to Congress, the US president read aloud a letter he said he'd received from Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky, which was similar to a message posted on X earlier in the day Trump could soon see Zelensky back in Washington, as a French government spokesperson says Emmanuel Macron is now considering another visit to the White House with the Ukrainian leader and Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer While Donald Trump switched to a more conciliatory tone, he's shown no sign he'll end the pause of military aid  Meanwhile, the UK defence secretary is flying to Washington for a meeting with his US counterpart on Thursday - Ukraine is expected to be top of the agenda

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Ukraine updates: Zelenskyy says peace talks will include US

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said efforts to achieve a peace deal in his country will happen with a united front that includes Europe and the US. The Ukrainian leader capped an extraordinary weekend with events that first appeared to rupture US-Ukraine ties in real time, followed up by talks in London where he was received warmly by British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and European leaders. At the end of talks in London, Zelenskyy said he was ready to sign a minerals deal with the US, but maintained that he would not concede any territory to Russia as part of a peace deal. European leaders are to draft up a plan to end the fighting in Ukraine, according to Starmer. That plan would then be presented to US President Donald Trump. This blog has now closed. Read below for all the developments from Russia's war in […]

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Apple commits to $500bn US investment

Apple plans to invest more than $500bn (£396bn) in the US over the next four years, starting with a new advanced manufacturing factory in Texas. The tech giant said it expected to create 20,000 new jobs over that time, with the "vast majority" of roles in research and development, software and artificial intelligence (AI). It is not clear to what extent the spending is an acceleration of the company's current activities. Apple said the sum included everything from spending on suppliers to Apple TV+ productions. The announcement comes days after Apple boss Tim Cook met with President Donald Trump, who has made increased corporate investment in the US a priority. In its announcement, Apple said its investment was its "largest-ever spend commitment" and would expand its support for American manufacturing. "We are bullish on the future of American innovation," Cook said. […]

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