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November 05 Background The G2 is a simple idea in world politics. It stands for "Group of Two." It means the United States (US) and China working together as the two biggest powers on Earth. They could team up to solve big global problems like climate change, trade, or wars. But it's not an official group like the United Nations. It's just a way to think about how these two countries can shape the world. The History of the G2 Idea The G2 idea started around 2009. Back then, the world was facing a big money crisis....
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October 25 Background What is a US government shutdown? click here Context The United States has had many government shutdowns over the years when leaders can't agree on spending money. The longest one happened from December 22, 2018, to January 25, 2019. It lasted 35 days and affected millions of people. This shutdown was during President Donald Trump's time and was about funding for a border wall. Today, there's an ongoing shutdown that started on October 1, 2025, and it's already the second-longest at over 23 days. But...
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July 21 WHAT? The SWIFT system (Society for Worldwide Interbank Financial Telecommunication) is a global messaging network that facilitates secure, standardized, and reliable communication for financial transactions between banks and financial institutions worldwide. It plays a critical role in international finance, including India’s oil trade with Russia. Main Points About the SWIFT System Definition and Purpose: SWIFT is a cooperative society founded in 1973, headquartered in La Hulpe,...
July 07 WHAT? U.S. President Donald Trump has threatened to impose an additional 10% tariff on countries aligning with what he describes as the "anti-American policies" of the BRICS nations. This statement, made via a post on Truth Social on July 6, 2025, comes amid the ongoing 17th BRICS Summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, and signals heightened trade tensions. Key Details Tariff Threat: Trump stated, "Any Country aligning themselves with the Anti-American policies of BRICS, will be charged an...
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