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MI5 Warns Chinese Spies Using LinkedIn to Target UK Government Staff
WorldBBCThe Guardiantelex+5The Independentnational-postTimes of Indiaiefimeridandtv2d ago8 sources

MI5 Warns Chinese Spies Using LinkedIn to Target UK Government Staff

MI5 has issued a warning that Chinese spies are using professional networking sites like LinkedIn to pose as recruiters and target UK government officials and military staff. This tactic is part of a broader espionage effort to recruit assets and gather intelligence.

Portuguese Parliament Debates New Labor Package
Politicsobservador9d ago

Portuguese Parliament Debates New Labor Package

The Portuguese Parliament is currently debating a new labor package, with government officials present. This discussion comes ten days after the government submitted its proposed amendments to the Labor Code.

5th Attica Green Expo Opens in Greece
Politicsiefimerida10d ago

5th Attica Green Expo Opens in Greece

The 5th Attica Green Expo officially opens its doors today at the Tae Kwon Do Olympic Indoor Hall in Paleo Faliro, with the participation of top government officials, mayors, regional governors, bodies, and businesses from across Greece.

Greece Commemorates 20th Anniversary of Pilot Kostas Iliakis' Death
Politicshindustan-timesiefimeridanaftemporiki+2newsbeastprotothema-en13d ago5 sources

Greece Commemorates 20th Anniversary of Pilot Kostas Iliakis' Death

Greece commemorated the 20th anniversary of the death of pilot Kostas Iliakis, who was killed in an incident with a Turkish F-16 over the Aegean Sea. A bust of Iliakis was unveiled in a ceremony attended by his children and government officials, who emphasized the importance of national defense in his memory.

straits-times16d ago

Malaysian Woman Arrested in Government Official Scam

A Malaysian woman has been apprehended for her alleged involvement in a scam impersonating government officials. This arrest marks the 26th individual taken into custody since March in connection with such fraudulent activities.

African Leaders Launch Academy to Boost Global Negotiating Power
Politicsmyjoyonline19d ago

African Leaders Launch Academy to Boost Global Negotiating Power

African leaders and policy institutions have launched a new continental academy designed to enhance the capacity of government officials and technical experts involved in negotiating major international agreements on various critical issues. This initiative aims to strengthen Africa's collective global negotiating power.

ZNAM Party Criticizes SDSM Policies on National Identity
Politicsmkd-mk21d ago

ZNAM Party Criticizes SDSM Policies on National Identity

The ZNAM party claims that North Macedonia's SDSM party has for years pursued policies leading to national concessions and the relativization of Macedonian identity and state positions. ZNAM cites various political decisions and statements from previous government officials as evidence.

Assembly Debate on Government Recommendations in Serbia
Politicsdanas24d ago

Assembly Debate on Government Recommendations in Serbia

A Serbian Assembly session saw opposition figure Janjić (SRCE) accuse the government of implementing only self-serving recommendations. Several government officials, including Brnabić, Mrdić, Jovanov, and Petrašinović, responded to his claims during the debate.

Edo State Political Rivals Unite at Burial Ceremony
Politicsvanguard-ng26d ago

Edo State Political Rivals Unite at Burial Ceremony

Political differences in Edo State were set aside as politicians from various parties, along with government officials, participated in the burial ceremonies of a Director-General's mother, fostering unity among rivals.

New Democracy Holds Sixth Pre-Congress Conference in Thessaloniki
Politicsnaftemporikinewsbeastprotothema-en29d ago3 sources

New Democracy Holds Sixth Pre-Congress Conference in Thessaloniki

New Democracy is set to hold its sixth pre-congress conference in Thessaloniki tomorrow, with Prime Minister K. Mitsotakis and other senior government officials expected to attend. The event marks a significant gathering for the ruling party.

DOTr Chief Blames TNCs, Officials for Bloated Fuel Subsidy List
Businessinquirer1mo ago

DOTr Chief Blames TNCs, Officials for Bloated Fuel Subsidy List

Transportation Secretary Giovanni Lopez has accused transport network companies (TNCs) and unidentified government officials of creating an inflated list of beneficiaries for a P5,000 fuel subsidy payout. The issue concerns the integrity of the subsidy distribution.

Rebel Groups Unite to Overthrow Mali Junta
Politicsnos1mo ago

Rebel Groups Unite to Overthrow Mali Junta

Jihadists and Tuareg separatists in Mali have for the first time launched a joint offensive against the military junta, with reports of smoke over Bamako and attacks on government officials.

Iran's Decision-Making Power Structure Examined
WorldBBC1mo ago

Iran's Decision-Making Power Structure Examined

The articles analyze the complex power structure within Iran, detailing the various individuals and institutions responsible for making key decisions in the country. They explore the roles of religious leaders, government officials, and other influential bodies in shaping national policy.

Nigerian Officials Advocate for Budget Reforms
BusinessPremium Times1mo ago

Nigerian Officials Advocate for Budget Reforms

Top government officials, including Shettima and Akabueze, are advocating for reforms to better align national budgets with development goals, addressing issues like poor outcomes and abandoned projects.

Czech President's NATO Summit Participation Sparks Political Dispute
Politicsirozhlas1mo ago

Czech President's NATO Summit Participation Sparks Political Dispute

A political dispute has emerged in the Czech Republic concerning President Pavel's potential attendance at an upcoming NATO summit. President Pavel has stated he will not comment on his participation until he meets with Andrej Babiš, while some government officials are accused of campaigning against him, fueling debate over who should represent the nation.

Serbian Police Raid on University Rectorate Condemned as Attack on Serbia, Sparks Fears of Politicizing Tragedy
Politicsn1-serbiabalkan-insight2mo ago2 sources

Serbian Police Raid on University Rectorate Condemned as Attack on Serbia, Sparks Fears of Politicizing Tragedy

Serbia's Democratic Party (DS) and the 'Kreni-promeni' movement have condemned the police raid on the University of Belgrade Rectorate, with the DS stating it was not a standard police action but an attempt to undermine a key institution, calling it an 'attack on Serbia.' The raid, following the unexplained death of a student, has sparked fears about 'politicizing a tragedy' as government officials sought to blame university staff who supported student protests.

NBI: Lawyer stopped 12 Co ‘bagmen’ from signing statements
Politicsinquirer2mo ago

NBI: Lawyer stopped 12 Co ‘bagmen’ from signing statements

Only six of the 18 alleged former Marines, who claimed to have delivered suitcases filled with cash totaling billions of pesos to several government officials and personalities, including President Marcos, have signed their sworn statements before the National Bureau of Investigation, according to Director Melvin Matibag. In a message to the Inquirer on Wednesday, Matibag

Bangladesh Seeks New IMF Lending Deal
BusinessYahoochannel-news-asia2d ago2 sources

Bangladesh Seeks New IMF Lending Deal

Bangladesh is reportedly in discussions to secure a new lending agreement with the International Monetary Fund, according to government officials.

Portuguese Parliament Continues Debate on New Labor Package Amidst Opposition
Politicsobservador8d ago

Portuguese Parliament Continues Debate on New Labor Package Amidst Opposition

The Portuguese Parliament is continuing its debate on a new labor package, with government officials present. The PCP insisted on the government's presence a week before a planned June 3rd strike, while opposition parties like Ventura's continue to push for a lower retirement age and the left anticipates the package's defeat.

Lithuania Grapples with Major Data Breach at Registrų Centras
Politicsdelfi-ltlrt-english9d ago2 sources

Lithuania Grapples with Major Data Breach at Registrų Centras

Lithuania is facing a significant scandal following a major data breach at the Registrų Centras (Center of Registers), prompting a parliamentary investigation, public warnings about personalized scam attacks, and calls for accountability from government officials including the President and Prime Minister.

Péter Magyar Announces Investigations into Orbán Government, Dismisses Police Chief
Politicslsm-lvirozhlastelex+13tvn24hvgn1-serbiaaktuality-skstraits-timescyprus-maildanasdeadline+5 more10d ago16 sources

Péter Magyar Announces Investigations into Orbán Government, Dismisses Police Chief

Hungarian opposition figure Péter Magyar has announced plans to establish committees to investigate alleged abuses of power by Viktor Orbán's government and promised budget cuts. He also dismissed János Hajdu, the director of the special police unit TEK.

Drone Enters Lithuanian Airspace, Triggers Alert
Technologylsm-lvtelexdelfi-lt16d ago3 sources

Drone Enters Lithuanian Airspace, Triggers Alert

An unidentified drone entered Lithuanian airspace, prompting an air alert in parts of the country and forcing government officials into shelters. The drone later disappeared from military radar screens nearly two hours after its initial entry.

BSDA 2026 Defense Exhibition Kicks Off in Bucharest
Politicsdigi2424d ago

BSDA 2026 Defense Exhibition Kicks Off in Bucharest

The Black Sea Defense, Aerospace and Security (BSDA 2026) exhibition is taking place in Bucharest from May 13-15, bringing together international defense industry representatives, government officials, military structures, and advanced technology producers.

DOTr Inspects Port Projects in Northern Samar
Businessinquirer26d ago

DOTr Inspects Port Projects in Northern Samar

The Department of Transportation (DOTr) and local government officials inspected major port and wharf projects in Northern Samar, Philippines, to assess construction progress and ensure compliance with engineering standards.

Progress of Ribnikar Memorial Center Questioned in Serbia
Worldn1-serbiadanas1mo ago2 sources

Progress of Ribnikar Memorial Center Questioned in Serbia

There are ongoing discussions and concerns in Serbia regarding the slow progress in establishing a memorial center for the victims of the Ribnikar school shooting. While government officials state the process is not stalled, victims' families express frustration that the project remains "at zero."

Greek Officials Criticize PASOK's Four-Day Work Week Proposal
Politicsiefimeridanaftemporikinewsbeast1mo ago3 sources

Greek Officials Criticize PASOK's Four-Day Work Week Proposal

Several Greek government officials have publicly criticized the PASOK party's proposal for a four-day work week, calling it impractical and unrealistic for the country's current economic situation. They argue that Greece's economic reality does not allow for such easy promises.

Serbian Parliament Session on No-Confidence Vote Postponed
Politicsn1-serbiadanas1mo ago2 sources

Serbian Parliament Session on No-Confidence Vote Postponed

A Serbian Parliament session scheduled to debate a no-confidence vote against the government was postponed due to a lack of quorum after the ruling coalition walked out. Government officials later stated the session would resume in the coming weeks.

Israel and Lebanon Hold First Direct Talks in Decades
CultureAPReutersBBC+108bloombergNYTwsjFTle-mondewapoThe GuardianNPR+100 more1mo ago111 sources

Israel and Lebanon Hold First Direct Talks in Decades

Israel and Lebanon have agreed to and held their first direct negotiations in decades, with talks facilitated by the United States. An Israeli envoy described the discussions as an excellent exchange of views.

Czech MP Proposes Changes to Conflict of Interest Law
Politicsirozhlas1mo ago

Czech MP Proposes Changes to Conflict of Interest Law

Czech MP Zuzana Ožanová from the ANO party has proposed an amendment to the conflict of interest law, which would allow government officials to serve on supervisory boards of state-owned enterprises. The proposal has already passed one parliamentary committee.

Pakistan Faces LNG Supply Shortage Under Force Majeure
BusinessDawnaddis-standard2mo ago2 sources

Pakistan Faces LNG Supply Shortage Under Force Majeure

Government officials in Islamabad announced that Liquefied natural gas (LNG) supplies are under force majeure and are currently unavailable for power generation, indicating a significant energy challenge for the country.

Businessglobe-and-mail4d ago

Ucore Advances NRCan CMRDD Program and Hosts Ottawa Dignitaries

Ucore has advanced its Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) Critical Minerals Research, Development, and Demonstration (CMRDD) Program and hosted dignitaries in Ottawa. This initiative underscores progress in critical minerals development and engagement with government officials.

US Trade Mission to Visit Ghana
Worldmyjoyonline8d ago

US Trade Mission to Visit Ghana

A high-level US trade mission is scheduled to visit Accra, Ghana, from May 30 to June 6, aiming to strengthen economic ties by bringing together government officials, investors, and business leaders.

Greek PM Mitsotakis Revives Two-Pole Political Narrative
Worldprotothema-en9d ago

Greek PM Mitsotakis Revives Two-Pole Political Narrative

Greek Prime Minister Mitsotakis is emphasizing a two-pole political system, with government officials acknowledging the need for a clear opposing force for New Democracy. This move aims to frame the political landscape around two main factions.

Senegal President Sacks Prime Minister Sonko and Dissolves Government
WorldAl JazeeraFrance 24myjoyonline+3citizen-tzsenewebclub-of-mozambique13d ago6 sources

Senegal President Sacks Prime Minister Sonko and Dissolves Government

Senegal's President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has dismissed Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko and dissolved the government, following months of reported friction between the two leaders. The decision has led to a wave of resignations from other government officials and sparked varied reactions across the country.

Prabowo's Tycoon Crackdown Shocks Officials
Businessbloombergstraits-timesjapan-times16d ago3 sources

Prabowo's Tycoon Crackdown Shocks Officials

Indonesian President-elect Prabowo Subianto initiated a significant crackdown on tycoons, a move that reportedly surprised and even shocked his own government officials.

Businessstar-kenya17d ago

Kenya Transport Strike Ends; Officials Commend Resolution, Seek Amnesty

Transport operators in Kenya have called off their strike, prompting reactions from government officials. Interior Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki commended the end of the industrial action and condemned associated chaos, while Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja sought a loan amnesty for the affected transport sector operators.

New Government Officials Appointed in Bulgaria and Iraq
Politicscapital-bgdnevnik-bg21d ago2 sources

New Government Officials Appointed in Bulgaria and Iraq

Bulgaria's Prime Minister appointed a new Deputy Minister of Tourism, while Iraq also saw the appointment of a new Prime Minister, albeit with a partially formed government. These events highlight recent changes in government leadership in both countries.

Greek Government, PASOK Clash Over Androulakis Property Deal
Politicsiefimeridanaftemporikinewsbeast22d ago3 sources

Greek Government, PASOK Clash Over Androulakis Property Deal

A heated political confrontation has erupted between the Greek government and the PASOK party concerning a property owned by PASOK leader Nikos Androulakis, which was rented to the public sector. Government officials have raised questions about the legality and financial benefits of the deal, while PASOK defends its legitimacy.

NBI Investigates Mabanta for Blackmail, Confirms Secret Fund Use
Politicsinquirer29d ago

NBI Investigates Mabanta for Blackmail, Confirms Secret Fund Use

The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) is investigating Mabanta for alleged blackmail, confirming that secret funds were used for his arrest. The NBI is also checking for other potential victims and has been approached by other government officials regarding similar blackmailing incidents.

Hungarian Officials Accused of Ignoring Overpriced Contracts
Businesstelex1mo ago

Hungarian Officials Accused of Ignoring Overpriced Contracts

A Hungarian state secretary responsible for Active Hungary confirmed that specific examples of overpriced contracts were presented to government officials Gulyás and Navracsics, who reportedly expressed surprise at the figures but took no action. The complaints highlight concerns over public spending.

Discussion on Online Child Protection at Delphi Economic Forum
Politicsnewsbeast1mo ago

Discussion on Online Child Protection at Delphi Economic Forum

The 11th Delphi Economic Forum hosted a discussion on protecting minors in the digital world, with a focus on children's access to platforms with addictive algorithmic functions. Government officials, market representatives, and experts participated in the talks.

New Political Party "Nowa Polska" Emerges in Poland
Politicsrzeczpospolita1mo ago

New Political Party "Nowa Polska" Emerges in Poland

A new centrist political party, "Nowa Polska" (New Poland), has emerged in 2025, aiming to challenge the KO-PiS political duopoly. Comprised mostly of local government officials, the party already has representation in the Senate despite not yet appearing in polls.

Inevitable Growing Pains in Bláskógabyggð
Businessmorgunbladid1mo ago

Inevitable Growing Pains in Bláskógabyggð

Local government officials in Bláskógabyggð are currently grappling with rapid growth, increased demands for infrastructure development, and discussions on how to maintain the municipality's unique character while utilizing its growth potential.

Search Underway for New EU Envoy for Cyprus Problem
Politicscyprus-mail1mo ago

Search Underway for New EU Envoy for Cyprus Problem

Following Johannes Hahn's departure, the European Commission is actively seeking a replacement envoy for the Cyprus problem. Cypriot government officials have confirmed that the process to appoint a new representative is already in motion.

Montenegro's Spajić Seeks Blame for EU Negotiation Standoff
Worldvijesti-me2mo ago

Montenegro's Spajić Seeks Blame for EU Negotiation Standoff

Montenegrin Prime Minister Spajić and government officials are reportedly seeking to assign blame for the standstill in EU negotiations, with critics accusing them of resorting to manipulation as delivering results becomes increasingly difficult.

Qatari PM and US Officials Discuss Strategic Ties Amid Iran War
WorldAl Jazeeradoha-news2mo ago2 sources

Qatari PM and US Officials Discuss Strategic Ties Amid Iran War

Qatar's Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs met with U.S. government officials in Washington to discuss defense ties, LNG supply stability, and global energy security. The meeting reviewed the 'close strategic cooperation' between Doha and Washington amid the ongoing Iran war.

Trump-Appointed Arts Commission Unanimously Approves Gold Coin Design with His Likeness
PoliticsAPReutersNYT+18wsjThe GuardianNPRAl JazeeraDWSCMPder-standardorf+10 more2mo ago21 sources

Trump-Appointed Arts Commission Unanimously Approves Gold Coin Design with His Likeness

A federal arts panel, whose members were appointed by Donald Trump, has unanimously approved the design for a commemorative gold coin featuring his image, allowing the US Mint to begin production despite criticism against featuring government officials on currency. This decision has drawn criticism from Democrats.