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π Global Health
WHO Reaches Historic Pandemic Preparedness Agreement
The World Health Organization has finalized a binding agreement to improve global readiness for future pandemics. The deal includes provisions for equitable vaccine distribution, pathogen sharing, and coordinated response systems.
π Global Economy & Trade
WTO Warns of Trade Contraction Amid U.S. Tariffs
The WTO expects a decline in global goods trade following the reimplementation of U.S. tariffs on Chinese imports, projecting a potential 1.6% drop.
UNCTAD Projects Slower Global Economic Growth
UNCTAD forecasts global economic growth to slow to 2.3% in 2025, citing trade tensions and policy uncertainty as key risks.
π Financial Markets
Markets React to U.S. Trade Restrictions
Financial markets are seeing volatility after the U.S. imposed new tech export bans to China. Nvidia reports potential $5.5 billion in lost revenue, and gold prices hit a new high of $3,307/oz.
π‘οΈ Conflict & Diplomacy
Israel to Maintain Gaza Buffer Zone
Israel has announced plans to retain military presence in Gaza buffer zones even post-war, complicating ceasefire negotiations.
UK Conference on Sudan Fails to Establish Ceasefire Talks
An international effort led by the UK to initiate peace talks in Sudan fell short, as key Arab nations refused to sign a joint statement.
**π Global