Trump threatens Brazil with 50% tariff and demands Bolsonaro's trial end
US President Donald Trump said he was planning to impose a 50% tax on goods made in Brazil, escalating his fight with the South American country, BBC reported.
He announced the plan in his latest tariff letter, which was shared on social media.
In it, Trump accuses Brazil of "attacks" on US tech companies and of conducting a "witch hunt" against former far-right president Jair Bolsonaro, who is facing prosecution over his alleged role in a plot to overturn the 2022 election.
Responding in a social media post, Brazilian president Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva said an increase in tariffs on Brazil would be reciprocated, and he warned against any interference in the nation's judicial system, according to BBC.
French Ambassador Corteval calls on Vice President Yadav
French Ambassador to Nepal Virginie Corteval paid a courtesy call on Vice President Ram Sahaya Prasad Yadav today.
During the meeting held at the Vice President’s Office, the two discussed the matters relating to Nepal-France relations, various dimensions of partnership, and potential areas for future cooperation.
Recalling the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries in 1949, the Vice President stated, "Our relations are founded on mutual respect and cooperation."
Praising France for its adherence to the values of liberty, equality, and fraternity, the Vice President said that these principles had served as an inspiration for Nepal’s political struggles and transformations.
Acknowledging the support Nepal has received from France, particularly through the European Union (EU) in the area of infrastructure development, Vice President Yadav expressed hope that people-to-people ties between the two countries would further strengthen in the days to come.
On the occasion of the upcoming National Day of France, the Vice President extended his best wishes to the French President and the citizens of France, wishing them peace, happiness, and prosperity.
In response, Ambassador Corteval said that France-Nepal relations are rooted in fraternal love, shared goals, and mutual understanding. “During my tenure, I will continue to work towards taking our bilateral friendship to new heights,” she said.
Newly appointed TU VC Dr Aryal takes oath of office
Newly appointed Vice Chancellor of the Tribhuvan University Prof Dr Deepak Aryal took oath of office and secrecy before Prime Minister and TU Chancellor KP Sharma Oli today.
Vice Chancellor Prof Dr Aryal took the oath of office and secrecy amidst a program organized at the official residence of the Prime Minister in Baluwatar.
Minister for Education, Science and Technology Raghuji Panta among others were present on the occasion.
Chancellor Oli had appointed Dr Aryal to the post today.
Kenya protests death toll rises to 31
At least 31 people have been killed and over 100 injured in Kenya following nationwide anti-government protests, according to the National Commission on Human Rights. Over 500 arrests and two forced disappearances were also reported.
The demonstrations, held on Saba Saba Day, turned violent in cities including Nairobi and Eldoret. The commission accused police of excessive force and collusion with armed gangs, according to Al Jazeera.
Protests, largely youth-led, have continued since 2024 over tax hikes, economic hardship, and corruption. Rights groups condemned police for defying court orders and using military-grade weapons. The total death toll since the unrest began now exceeds 100.
