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Solomon Island and China join hands, threatens Western powers

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Kushagra Bansal – Mumbai Uncensored, 22thApril 2022

Solomon Islands, a small nation in the South Pacific Ocean recently signed a security pact with China, amid United States’ announcement to send an official to the remote nation under the threat of China trying to build a military base there.

Solomon Island Prime Minister, Manasseh Sogavare told the parliament that this security pact will not hurt or undermine the national peace and harmony.

This move gives great concerns to the United States, New Zealand, Japan and Australia as this security pact poses a threat of Chinese presence in the Pacific, making the Chinese military only 2000 kilometers away.

After a meeting in Honolulu, the four concerned countries made a statement saying the security pact poses a “serious threat to a free and open Indo-Pacific”

Sogavare said that the details of this pact will be disclosed after a “process” which will only add security and cooperation with China and does not direct at any other country but “rather at our own internal security situation”.

“I ask all our neighbours, friends and partners to respect the sovereign interests of the Solomon Islands on the assurance that the decision will not adversely impact or undermine the peace and harmony of our region,” Sogavare said.

In November, the Solomon Islands saw riots which included burning of buildings and loss of lives. Sogavare mentioned that this pact will ensure no military base in the country, but protection of infrastructure.

In Australia, amid elections, the opposition labor leader Anthony Albanese said that the current Prime Minister Scott Morrison failed to address the Solomon Island’s issue in an effective way and said it was clear that the relationship between the fellow island nations have broken down due to it, allowing Chinese to make their move.

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Security Breach at Maharashtra Deputy CM’s Office Sparks Political Uproar: Opposition Targets Fadnavis Amid Vandalism Incident

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A significant security breach at the office of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has sparked a political storm, raising questions about both security measures and potential political maneuvering. On Thursday evening, a mentally disturbed woman vandalized the nameplate outside Fadnavis’s office at the Mantralaya in South Mumbai, triggering security concerns. At the time of the incident, the Deputy CM, who also oversees the home portfolio, was not present.

The woman, previously involved in similar acts of vandalism—including an incident at the state BJP office—managed to access the high-security building without an entry pass. This has led to an investigation into security lapses at the Mantralaya, with officials reviewing protocols to understand how the breach occurred.

The incident quickly escalated into a political issue, with opposition leaders seizing the opportunity to criticize the state government for the apparent breakdown in security under Fadnavis’s watch. They argued that the breach not only reflects poorly on security at a key government facility but also symbolizes larger failures in governance.

Adding fuel to the controversy, some BJP leaders have insinuated that the woman may have been manipulated by political opponents to carry out the act, hinting at the possibility of opposition involvement in orchestrating the incident. They suggested that her actions could have been politically motivated, serving as an attempt to embarrass the government and create a narrative of failure ahead of upcoming elections.

Despite these claims, no formal complaint has been filed against the woman, and authorities are focused on determining both her motives and how she gained unauthorized access to the office. The incident has deepened the political divide in the state, with both sides using the breach to fuel their narratives, highlighting the intersection of security and politics in Maharashtra’s volatile political landscape.

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Credlix Goes Global: Launches in the US and Mexico

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 Credlix, a leading global provider of supply chain financing, has announced its expansion into the USA and Mexico, backed by $50 million in funding from Moglix — Asia’s largest B2B e-commerce platform. This move aims to empower SMEs by providing fast, collateral-free financing solutions, addressing critical working capital challenges, and fostering business growth. This expansion aligns with Credlix’s broader vision of empowering SMEs in emerging markets to participate in global trade opportunities, reflecting India’s emphasis on boosting exports and enhancing global trade partnerships.

SMEs in India and Mexico face similar challenges such as limited access to affordable financing, operational inefficiencies, and extended payment cycles. Credlix’s expansion into US and Mexico aims to address these challenges by offering fast, collateral-free financing solutions that improve cash flow, reduce financial burdens, and enable SMEs to scale operations — challenges that are well recognized in India’s own economic landscape.

Credlix’s expansion is set to boost trade between developing markets in this region, providing businesses in the US and Mexico with a stable supply chain, diversified sourcing options, and quicker access to quality goods. The growing nearshoring trend, which strengthens supply chain resilience, is further supported by Credlix’s presence in the region.

Rahul Garg, Founder & CEO of Moglix, emphasized the importance of this expansion: “Our investment in Credlix demonstrates our commitment to empowering global supply chains. Just as we’ve supported manufacturing and infrastructure businesses in India, Credlix’s expansion into Mexico will enable SMEs to overcome financial challenges and capitalize on opportunities in a dynamic global trading environment.”

Credlix’s expansion focuses on the manufacturing sector, including key industries such as automotive, textiles and apparel, aerospace components, industrial and consumer chemicals, agriproducts, and electronics. By offering collateral-free financing covering up to 90% of invoice value upon shipment, Credlix aims to immediately improve SMEs’ access to working capital. This move aligns with India’s broader efforts to strengthen manufacturing capabilities and foster stronger trade ties with emerging markets.

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Honeywell and Samsung E&A plan collaboration to help Reduce Power Plant Emissions

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Honeywell (Nasdaq: HON) announced today a collaborative endeavor with SAMSUNG E&A to jointly market solutions aimed at the hard-to-abate power plant sector globally. The initiative seeks to reduce carbon emissions and contribute to the fight against climate change. It also supports Honeywell’s alignment of its portfolio to three powerful megatrends, including the energy transition.

SAMSUNG E&A, a total solutions provider for the global energy industry, will leverage Honeywell’s industry-leading carbon capture technologies to help power plants reduce carbon emissions and meet environmental goals. “As two carbon capture leaders, our collaboration highlights the importance of cooperative approaches in reducing greenhouse gas emissions,” said Hong Namkoong, president and CEO of SAMSUNG E&A. “Deploying Honeywell’s carbon capture technologies allows SAMSUNG E&A to offer viable, more sustainable solutions for global clients during this energy transition.”

Carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS) can significantly reduce carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions, acting as a crucial stopgap during the expected transition from fossil fuels to lower carbon energy sources. These technologies help to mitigate the environmental impact of various industries responsible for greenhouse gas emissions.

“Honeywell has long been a global leader in carbon capture technologies and our collaboration with SAMSUNG E&A only further highlights our commitment to reducing emissions and tackling climate challenges,” said Ken West, president and CEO of Honeywell Energy and Sustainability Solutions. “With decades of experience and a broad portfolio of carbon capture solutions, we are ready to help businesses meet growing carbon mitigation expectations and increasingly stringent environment goals by abating emissions from existing sources.”

Honeywell’s CCUS technologies have been developed and deployed in numerous applications globally. Between 2023 and 2030, Honeywell estimates that the company’s CCUS technologies will have a cumulative impact of mitigating 320 million metric tons of CO2e.[

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