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Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has warned of possible protests in the U.S. if plans to tax remittances from Mexican workers move forward. “If necessary, we’ll mobilize,” she declared, opposing any levies on funds sent from the U.S. to Mexico. The statement signals rising tensions over potential economic policies affecting millions of migrant families.
Donald Trump announced he authorized top officials to take “all necessary action” to quell violent migrant protests in Los Angeles. Calling the city “occupied by illegal aliens,” he approved the deployment of 2,000 National Guard troops. The move aligns with his plan for mass deportations, sparking concern over civil rights and potential overreach.
Canadian PM Mark Carney invited Indian PM Narendra Modi to the G7 summit in Alberta, despite strained ties over the 2023 killing of a Sikh activist in Canada. Modi accepted the invite during a phone call. Tensions remain high, but Carney emphasized India’s global role. The summit will be held from June 15 to 17.
US President Donald Trump warned Elon Musk of “serious consequences” if the billionaire backs efforts to unseat Republicans supporting a controversial spending bill. Their relationship soured after Musk criticized the legislation. Trump, speaking to NBC, called Musk “disrespectful” but did not clarify what the consequences would be.
Mr. Pichai Naripthaphan, Thai Minister of Commerce, led a Thai delegation to attend the Informal WTO Ministerial Gathering (IMG) at the headquarters of the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) in Paris, France. Hosted by Australia, the gathering brought together ministers and representatives from 23 key trading nations to exchange views and recommendations on…
