Russia-Ukraine conflict: Is Russia planning to invade Ukraine?
Joe Biden warned on January 19, 2021 that Russia will be held accountable if it invades Ukraine. Biden in a clear warning said that it is going to be a disaster for Russia if it invades Ukraine. He warned Russian President Vladimir Putin of significant economic consequences if such an invasion happens, saying that our partner and allies are ready to impose severe costs and significant harm to Russia and its economy.
Biden stated that Putin has never seen sanctions like the ones he has promised to impose if Russia further advances into Ukraine. He though stated that the level of punishment will depend on the level of invasion, suggesting that a "minor incursion" would elicit a lesser response than a full-scale invasion of the country.
Indonesia to build new capital in Nusantara, away from sinking Jakarta
The Indonesian Parliament approved a bill on January 18, 2022 to relocate the country’s capital from Jakarta to Nusantara. The new capital city of Nusantara will be built on Borneo Island, in the forested province of East Kalimantan.
The decision has been taken amid growing concerns over the long-term sustainability of Jakarta amid climate change, as the capital city is rapidly sinking and is very prone to flooding.
Kamala Harris will be my running mate in 2024: Biden
US President Joe Biden said while commemorating his first year in office on January 19, 2022 that Vice President Kamala Harris will be his running mate in 2024 as well. Kamala Harris is the first woman, first Indian-American, the first person of colour to be elected as the Vice President of the United States.
Bangladesh Government to make Unique Business ID mandatory
Bangladesh will make the Unique Business ID mandatory for all the e-commerce activities in the country. All the digital operators in Bangladesh will be required to register with the government using the UBID. The business entities which operate through social media platforms will also come under the purview. According to the State Minister for IT, the use of the mechanism will help in regulating the e-commerce sector which will restore public confidence in the digital business.
