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- Trump plans to roll back tariffs on steel and aluminum goods, FT reports
Description: - S. President Donald Trump is reportedly planning to scale back tariffs on steel and aluminum, a major shift in U.S. trade policy aimed at reducing costs for consumers. This step comes ahead of domestic elections and is expected to have wide implications on U.S. relationships with trading partners.
https://www.reuters.com/world/us/trump-plans-roll-back-tariffs-metal-aluminium-goods-ft-reports-2026-02-13/ - Bangladesh National Party wins two-thirds majority in landmark election
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The Bangladesh National Party (BNP) scored a decisive victory in the Feb 13 general election, positioning Tarique Rahman to become prime minister after nearly two decades out of power. This result could reshape South Asian geopolitics and democratic dynamics.
🔗 https://www.reuters.com/world/china/bangladeshs-bnp-wins-two-thirds-majority-landmark-election-2026-02-13/
Gold rebounds as investors await key U.S. inflation data
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Gold prices recovered on Feb 13 as markets braced for U.S. inflation figures that could influence global interest rate expectations, reflecting ongoing economic uncertainty tied to geopolitical and trade pressures.
🔗 https://www.reuters.com/world/india/gold-silver-rise-near-one-week-lows-bargain-hunting-2026-02-13/
- Taiwan hikes 2026 growth forecast on strong AI demand
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Taiwan’s economy is now expected to grow faster than previously forecast in 2026, boosted by robust demand for AI technology—a factor with major implications for supply chains and global tech competitiveness.
🔗 https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/taiwan-revises-2026-economic-growth-forecast-higher-2026-02-13/
- New security treaty between Australia and Indonesia
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Key developments include a new security treaty between Australia and Indonesia, expanded defence cooperation, and growth in Australian space defence roles, highlighting shifts in Indo-Pacific geopolitics.
🔗 https://www.internationalaffairs.org.au/australianoutlook/13-february-2026-the-week-in-australian-foreign-affairs/
7–Second US aircraft carrier to head to Middle East amid Iran tensions
The United States is sending a second aircraft carrier to the Middle East amidst ongoing tensions with Iran, reflecting heightened military readiness and geopolitical friction in the region.
🔗 https://www.reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/second-us-aircraft-carrier-head-middle-east-amid-iran-tensions-us-media-reports-2026-02-13/
- France and Europe aim to strengthen economic sovereignty
French and EU leaders are pushing new legislation and investment strategies to enhance economic sovereignty, especially in key sectors, amid broader geopolitical and trade competition pressures.
🔗 https://franceinenglish.com/ - Aerospace Daily & Defense: Feb 13, 2026 edition
Daily briefs cover major launches and space industry developments, including joint European loitering munitions cooperation and successful military satellite deployments that underline the strategic dimension of space.
🔗 https://aviationweek.com/aerospace-daily-defense-report/2026-02-13 - Bangladesh holds 13th general election (Image Report)
Visual coverage of Bangladesh’s historic general election on Feb 13, 2026, reflecting a key political moment with broad regional impact.
🔗 https://www.reutersconnect.com/item/bangladesh-holds-13th-general-election/dGFnOnJldXRlcnMuY29tLDIwMjY6bmV3c21sX1JDMlJLSkFOUlpDVA - China releases new anti-monopoly guidelines for internet platforms
Description: The China government unveiled comprehensive anti-monopoly guidelines aimed at curbing collusion and unfair practices among leading internet platforms. The move is designed to promote competition, protect consumers and small businesses, and address market dominance by major tech firms — reflecting Beijing’s ongoing regulatory tightening over its digital economy.