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04-12-2025
Singapore's opposition leader Pritam Singh has lost his appeal against a guilty verdict for lying to a parliamentary committee. He was fined S$14,000 for two charges related to his handling of former lawmaker Raeesah Khan, who confessed to lying to parliament. Singh's conviction was upheld by the court, which found that the evidence supported the guilty verdict. Despite the conviction, Singh retains his seat in parliament and vowed to continue serving Singaporeans. The case has drawn attention due to concerns about the use of the judiciary against political opponents in Singapore.
Entities: Pritam Singh, Singapore, Raeesah Khan, Workers' Party, Singapore's parliament • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
04-12-2025
The article discusses the need for Ukraine and Europe to take control of their destiny in the face of a potential unjust peace deal. It highlights the leak of a 28-point surrender plan and the efforts of America's secretary of state, Senate Republicans, and European leaders to mitigate its harmful elements. The article emphasizes that the choices confronting Ukraine and its backers will only get harder and stresses the need for Europe to take a proactive role in supporting Ukraine.
Entities: Ukraine, Europe, America, Secretary of State, Senate Republicans • Tone: urgent • Sentiment: negative • Intent: persuade
04-12-2025
French President Emmanuel Macron met with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing to discuss cooperation on global issues, including efforts to end the war in Ukraine and trade. Macron urged Xi to help end the war and tackle trade deficits, while Xi stressed Beijing's support for a ceasefire. The meeting came as France prepares to take on the G7 presidency next year. Macron also discussed trade with his Chinese hosts, with the European Union facing a massive trade deficit with China. The two leaders also touched on the topic of giant pandas loaned to France, with Xi announcing a new deal on panda protection.
Entities: Emmanuel Macron, Xi Jinping, France, China, Ukraine • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform
04-12-2025
Chinese President Xi Jinping met with French President Emmanuel Macron for talks, urging France to 'firmly stand on the right side of history' as they discussed issues like trade and cooperation. Xi emphasized the need for China and France to work together to eliminate interference and strengthen their relationship, promoting a multipolar world. Macron acknowledged differences between the two countries but stressed their responsibility to overcome them.
Entities: Xi Jinping, Emmanuel Macron, China, France, multilateralism • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform
04-12-2025
French President Emmanuel Macron met with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing, urging China to help secure a ceasefire in Ukraine and rebalancing trade ties. Macron emphasized the need for France and China to overcome their differences for the greater good. Xi echoed Macron's sentiments, calling for more stable ties between the two countries. The meeting comes as the European Union faces a significant trade deficit with China.
Entities: Emmanuel Macron, Xi Jinping, France, China, Ukraine • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform
04-12-2025
Thai authorities have seized over $300 million in assets and issued 42 arrest warrants as part of a crackdown on regional cyberscam networks. The seizures and warrants involve Chinese-Cambodian tycoon Chen Zhi, who heads the US-sanctioned Prince Group, and Cambodian nationals Kok An and Yim Leak. The crackdown is part of a broader effort to combat online fraud in Southeast Asia, where criminal networks have been earning billions from illegal compounds where trafficking victims are forced to work.
Entities: Thailand, Chen Zhi, Prince Group, Cambodia, Kok An • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
