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08 Jun 2026

6 articles
International Relations

Xi Jinping Visits North Korea: China-DPRK Ties in a Shifting Asia

Xi Jinping made a rare visit to North Korea on June 8, 2026, his first in seven years, to reinforce China's ties with its long-standing …

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International Relations

US Court Strikes Down $100,000 H-1B Visa Fee, Calls It Unconstitutional

A US federal court on June 8, 2026, struck down a $100,000 H-1B visa fee imposed by executive order, ruling it an unconstitutional tax that …

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International Relations

The Trust Deficit in India–Bangladesh Relations

Over a hundred days into the Tarique Rahman government, India–Bangladesh ties remain strained despite Indian diplomatic outreach. Dhaka wants restrictive trade and visa steps reversed, …

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International Relations

Mauritius Says It Has Received No US Proposal on Chagos Islands

Mauritius said on 8 June 2026 it had received no US proposal to buy the Chagos Islands and reiterated that its sovereignty over the archipelago …

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International Relations

US Court Strikes Down $100,000 H-1B Visa Fee as Unlawful

A US federal court struck down the Trump administration’s $100,000 H-1B visa fee on 8 June 2026, calling it an unlawful tax. The decision is …

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International Relations

Iran and Israel Trade Fresh Strikes; India Urges De-escalation in West Asia

Iran and Israel traded fresh direct strikes over 7–8 June 2026 before Iran announced a halt. India expressed deep concern and urged immediate de-escalation and …

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