US President Trump plans to send letters to several countries notifying them of higher tariff rates before July 9, when tariffs on certain goods are set to revert to pre-April levels. The move comes after Trump criticized Japan's "unfair" auto trade with the US and expressed frustration with countries that don't negotiate in good faith. White House spokesperson Karoline Leavitt said Trump will meet with his trade team to set tariff rates, while a senior official hinted at extending deadlines for countries negotiating trade deals in good faith, expecting a flurry of deals before July 9.
https://www.tbsnews.net/worldbiz/usa/trump-complains-about-us-japan-trade-talks-bessent-warns-higher-tariffs-1178111The US government's 83% cut in foreign aid could lead to over 14 million avoidable deaths by 2030, including around 4.5 million children under five years old. The funding cuts, particularly from USAID, have already resulted in nearly 108,000 adult and 224,000 child deaths, with the potential for an additional 6.6 million people to become infected with HIV and 4.2 million AIDS-related deaths. The European Union's aid reductions could lead to more deaths, while a recent tracker estimates that 88 lives are lost every hour due to US aid cuts.
https://www.victoriaadvocate.com/news/nation/over-14-million-people-could-die-from-us-foreign-aid-cuts-study/article_0bb280c3-120a-58c4-b5be-aa42cdabecb7.htmlThe US is facing a potential humanitarian crisis due to deep funding cuts and possible dismantling of its leading aid agency, Washington's actions could lead to over 14 million additional deaths by 2030, including 4.5 million among children under 5 years old, according to a study in The Lancet.
https://www.tbsnews.net/worldbiz/usa/usaid-cuts-may-cause-over-14-million-additional-deaths-2030-study-1178011The US is exploring new solutions to provide aid without paying for every single thing, citing examples such as food deliveries in war-torn Gaza staffed by US military contractors and Israeli troops. Bob Kitchen, vice president for emergencies at the International Rescue Committee, warns that cutting aid will worsen frontline emergencies, weaken stable countries like Ethiopia and Kenya, and exacerbate migration issues, which Trump considers a top priority.
https://www.victoriaadvocate.com/news/nation/rubio-hails-end-of-usaid-as-bush-obama-deplore-cost-in-lives/article_f2cd68f0-953d-5006-ad25-e209a003c005.htmlThe White House has praised India as a strategic ally in the Indo-Pacific region, highlighting its strong relationship with US President Donald Trump and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. This comes as External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar is visiting the US to attend the QUAD Foreign Ministers' Meeting, where he also opened an exhibition at the United Nations titled "The Human Cost of Terrorism" aimed at raising global awareness about state-sponsored terrorism.
https://www.firstpost.com/world/india-a-very-strategic-ally-us-on-how-trump-sees-chinas-influence-in-indo-pacific-13901883.htmlThe White House has described India as a "strategic ally" in the Indo-Pacific, highlighting strong ties between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Donald Trump. The US trade deal with India is close to being finalized, with a formal announcement expected soon, according to White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt.
https://www.news18.com/india/india-us-trade-deal-soon-donald-trump-narendra-modi-strong-ties-white-house-karoline-leavitt-9413382.htmlPakistan's Ambassador to the UAE, Faisal Niaz Tirmizi, discussed recent visit of Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Senator Muhammad Ishaq Dar to the UAE, where they signed three Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) on visa exemptions, investment promotion, and artificial intelligence. The session was co-chaired by Senator Ishaq Dar and Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, reflecting strong political will and mutual trust. Outcomes were agreed on various sectors including trade, energy, food security, manpower, and education.
https://www.thenews.com.pk/print/1325551-pakistan-uae-to-begin-visa-free-travel-for-officials-diplomats-from-august-1-tirmiziUkraine has coordinated with 35 countries and partners to deliver over 12,800 tons of humanitarian medical aid valued at $350 million. As stability returned, Ukraine reversed wartime exemptions and implemented a permanent EU-compatible regulatory system, including reinstating GMP and GxP compliance and adopting EU regulatory formats. This transition was facilitated by Ukraine's EU candidate status since 2022 and accession track, which enabled the government to fast-track legal approximation across several critical sectors. The new "On Medicinal Products" law, based on EU Directive 2001/83/EC, came into force in 2023, marking a significant step forward for Ukraine's pharmaceutical reform.
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/how-war-accelerated-ukraines-european-integration-in-health-and-regulation-cratia-ceo-maksym-bagrieiev-releases-in-depth-analysis-302495994.htmlThe leader of Thailand's opposition People's Party, Natthapong Ruengpanyawut, has called on the government to dissolve the House following the suspension of Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra by the Constitutional Court. The court's decision was made after a leaked phone call between Paetongtarn and Cambodia's Senate President Hun Sen regarding the disputed border issue was deemed an ethical breach. Natthapong believes that a new election is necessary to address ongoing challenges, including US tariff disputes and border conflicts with Cambodia, and to restore stability and trust in government.
https://www.thestar.com.my/aseanplus/aseanplus-news/2025/07/01/opposition-leader-urges-dissolution-as-thai-pm-suspended-from-duties