Japan's PM announces $708 billion in fresh stimulus

20 Sept 22:59 Key points summarised by AI

Japan's Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga announced a 73.6 trillion yen ($708 billion) economic stimulus package to combat the country's coronavirus crisis-induced slump.
The package, which includes approximately 40 trillion yen in fiscal spending, aims to drive 'new economic growth' by prioritizing green investment and digitalization.

Macron condemns those who 'sought to bring down the Republic' after rioting mars nationwide protests

19 Oct 12:56 Key points summarised by AI

President Macron condemned widespread rioting and looting during nationwide protests, blaming far-left activists and criminals for the "unrestrained violence" and vowing accountability for those who "sought to bring down the Republic."
Over 2,400 arrests were made as protests against rising living costs and poor school conditions escalated, causing extensive damage to public buildings and businesses in cities like Paris, Limoges (where City Hall burned), Marseille, and Lyon.
The unrest, which organizers hoped would revive the "yellow vest" movement, saw political leaders trade blame, with Macron instructing prefects to protect public buildings and potentially ban future protests to prevent further disorder.