International

Sri Lanka’s Firm Stance on Global Diplomacy: Advocating for International Law In a bold assertion of its commitment to multilateralism, Sri Lanka has called for strict adherence to international law

Germany’s Domestic Challenges Dominate 2026 Agenda Chancellor Friedrich Merz declares 2026 “decisive,” focusing on pension sustainability, migration curbs and countering AfD’s rise in eastern state elections. Polls show AfD at

Australia’s Major Law Changes Effective January 2026 Australia rolls out sweeping reforms including a 3‑day childcare guarantee for 100K families, mandatory cash acceptance under $500 at major retailers, and PBS

Canada Braces for Trump Tariffs and CUSMA Renegotiation in 2026 Canada faces a pivotal year with President Trump’s tariff threats, CUSMA renegotiation and Supreme Court rulings on the horizon. Economists

FTSE 100 Surges to 10,000 Milestone in 2026 New Year Rally The FTSE 100 index achieved a historic milestone by closing above 10,000 in early January 2026, marking its strongest

Trump’s Immigration Restrictions Take Effect January 2026 President Donald Trump’s latest immigration proclamation, signed in December 2025 and effective January 1, 2026, introduces significant restrictions on H1B visas and entries