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CNA
29-05-2025
- Business
- CNA
Japan aims to be bridge between US and Europe, says PM Ishiba at Nikkei Forum
New alliances and greater cooperation — those are the common themes among leaders gathered at the Nikkei Forum in Tokyo today. Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba said his country will be the knight for free trade, and, as the only G7 country representing Asia, Japan aims to be a bridge to the US and Europe. Michiyo Ishida reports from the gathering of political and business chiefs.
The Independent
27-05-2025
- Business
- The Independent
JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon warned tariffs would push allies to China. Greenland is reaching out now
Foreign governments, including Greenland, are currently considering investment alternatives to the U.S., such as China. This comes as JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon warned that President Donald Trump 's foreign policy could isolate the U.S. under what he characterized as an 'America alone' doctrine. Dimon has stressed the need to keep in place strong economic and military ties, indicating that the CEO is frustrated with U.S. diplomacy as Trump's foreign policy has prompted concerns at home and abroad. Renaming the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America and making threats of annexing Canada and Greenland are just some of the issues that have created consternation. The tariffs put in place by the Trump administration on allies and foes alike have pushed away countries long seen as important partners. Dimon's concern that the U.S. may end up alone on the global stage stems from the belief that both economic and military allies may start to look elsewhere for support, including China, Fortune noted. 'Keeping our alliances together, both militarily and economically, is essential,' Dimon told shareholders in his annual letter earlier this year. 'The opposite is precisely what our adversaries want.' Political discussions in Greenland, a semi-autonomous territory of Denmark, a NATO ally, indicate that officials may be broadening their horizons after Trump's threats to take over the territory. Naaja Nathanielsen, Greenland's minister for business and mineral resources, told the F inancial Times: 'We want to develop our business sector and diversify it, and that requires investments from outside.' When Nathanielsen was asked about whether that would mean working with China, she said: 'We do want to partner up with European and American partners. But if they don't show up, I think we need to look elsewhere.' Trump has pointed to 'national and international' security interests when speaking about the need for the U.S. to take control of Greenland. Greenland is strategically located to protect American security, particularly from Russia. Greenland sits on significant reserves of raw materials, such as 25 of the 34 materials that Europe considers 'critical.' The second Trump administration has made clear its intention to get hold of such materials, such as by signing a deal with Ukraine on the matter. Nathanielsen also noted to the Financial Times that a memorandum of understanding on mineral development that was signed during the first Trump administration is set to expire soon. 'We sort of hoped that the Trump administration would be more willing to engage in dialogue with Greenland about the mineral sector development. We got a bit more than we asked for, because we have no wish to be American,' she said. Nathanielsen acknowledged, however, that China may not be willing to ink a deal with Greenland at the moment in order to avoid any escalation in the trade war with the U.S. She called Trump's comments about turning Greenland into the U.S. 'disrespectful and distasteful.' 'We are trying to figure out, what does the new world order look like? In those terms, Chinese investment is of course problematic, but so, to some extent, is American' investment, said Nathanielsen. A poll in January found that 85 percent of Greenlanders don't wish to be folded into the U.S. The survey by the pollster Verian, commissioned by the Danish paper Berlingske, found that only six percent of Greenlanders wanted to join the U.S.
Yahoo
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
"Last War" Launches Major Social Update, Enhancing Strategic Gameplay and Alliance Interactions
New York, New York--(Newsfile Corp. - May 27, 2025) - The global strategy mobile game "Last War" has rolled out a significant new update, introducing expanded social features and enhanced strategic mechanics to better align with player growth progression and alliance dynamics. These updates further reinforce the game's core identity as a hybrid of strategy and social engagement. Image 1To view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit: Easy to Start, Rich in Strategy and Social Interaction: New Features Deepen Player Connections In this latest update, Last War introduces a brand-new "Moments" feature, allowing players to share in-game experiences through text and images. This feature enhances communication and fosters a stronger sense of community. The alliance system has also been upgraded, improving internal communication for smoother resource sharing, coordinated battles, and strategic planning. These additions complement the game's hallmark "Multiplier Gate" progression mechanic and unit skill combinations, delivering a fast-paced yet deeply strategic experience. Whether players are new or seasoned veterans, the updated alliance features empower them to join cross-server competitions and real-time battles with greater tactical freedom. According to the official team, alliance participation and social activity have seen consistent growth, with many players forming lasting friendships-and even real-world relationships-through the game, further strengthening player retention and community engagement. Image 2To view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit: Enhanced Initial Purchase: UR Hero "Kimberly" Joins the Lineup To help new players ease into the game, Last War is introducing a $0.99 initial buy package. With this package, players will unlock Kimberly, a UR (Ultra Rare) hero. Kimberly is a powerful AOE (area-of-effect) damage dealer who remains a core unit in tank-based lineups. With her exclusive weapon equipped, she excels as a backline powerhouse across all stages of the game, offering high versatility for players. Image 3To view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit: Gold Brick Recharge System Upgrade: New Payment Options Gold Bricks, the game's core premium currency used for unlocking heroes, accelerating progress, and purchasing packs, now come with an enhanced recharge experience. The update introduces multiple new payment methods via the official recharge platform, improving convenience for global players. About Last War Last War is a global multiplayer strategy game set in a post-apocalyptic world. Blending tactical gameplay with rich social features, the game supports multi-platform interaction and emphasizes alliance cooperation and competitive survival. The game will continue to deliver regular content updates and promote user-generated content initiatives, aiming to provide both an accessible gameplay experience and in-depth strategic and social dimensions. -Ends- Media ContactContact: S. O. Monica Email: support@ To view the source version of this press release, please visit
Yahoo
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
"Last War" Launches Major Social Update, Enhancing Strategic Gameplay and Alliance Interactions
New York, New York--(Newsfile Corp. - May 27, 2025) - The global strategy mobile game "Last War" has rolled out a significant new update, introducing expanded social features and enhanced strategic mechanics to better align with player growth progression and alliance dynamics. These updates further reinforce the game's core identity as a hybrid of strategy and social engagement. Image 1To view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit: Easy to Start, Rich in Strategy and Social Interaction: New Features Deepen Player Connections In this latest update, Last War introduces a brand-new "Moments" feature, allowing players to share in-game experiences through text and images. This feature enhances communication and fosters a stronger sense of community. The alliance system has also been upgraded, improving internal communication for smoother resource sharing, coordinated battles, and strategic planning. These additions complement the game's hallmark "Multiplier Gate" progression mechanic and unit skill combinations, delivering a fast-paced yet deeply strategic experience. Whether players are new or seasoned veterans, the updated alliance features empower them to join cross-server competitions and real-time battles with greater tactical freedom. According to the official team, alliance participation and social activity have seen consistent growth, with many players forming lasting friendships-and even real-world relationships-through the game, further strengthening player retention and community engagement. Image 2To view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit: Enhanced Initial Purchase: UR Hero "Kimberly" Joins the Lineup To help new players ease into the game, Last War is introducing a $0.99 initial buy package. With this package, players will unlock Kimberly, a UR (Ultra Rare) hero. Kimberly is a powerful AOE (area-of-effect) damage dealer who remains a core unit in tank-based lineups. With her exclusive weapon equipped, she excels as a backline powerhouse across all stages of the game, offering high versatility for players. Image 3To view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit: Gold Brick Recharge System Upgrade: New Payment Options Gold Bricks, the game's core premium currency used for unlocking heroes, accelerating progress, and purchasing packs, now come with an enhanced recharge experience. The update introduces multiple new payment methods via the official recharge platform, improving convenience for global players. About Last War Last War is a global multiplayer strategy game set in a post-apocalyptic world. Blending tactical gameplay with rich social features, the game supports multi-platform interaction and emphasizes alliance cooperation and competitive survival. The game will continue to deliver regular content updates and promote user-generated content initiatives, aiming to provide both an accessible gameplay experience and in-depth strategic and social dimensions. -Ends- Media ContactContact: S. O. Monica Email: support@ To view the source version of this press release, please visit Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
CBC
22-05-2025
- Business
- CBC
All residential construction in Quebec could come to a halt due to strike
An alliance of five unions in Quebec's residential construction sector says money is the sticking in negotiations that could lead to a strike and halt the construction of homes across the province.
