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Regulators news — August 1, 2026 - Page 34

Publications tagged with Regulators published on August 1, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 34 of 47.

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  2. PoliticsLawRegulatorsMiddle East

    PP Rejects Alliance with Flávio Bolsonaro, Eliminating Tereza Cristina's Vice Presidency Chance

    The Progressive Party (PP) has confirmed its rejection of an alliance with Flávio Bolsonaro, son of former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro. This decision eliminates the possibility of Tereza Cristina becoming the vice-presidential candidate. The PP's announcement came 15 minutes after Flávio had confirmed the invitation to a senator.
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  3. WorldBillRegulatorsMiddle East

    France Orders Expulsion of Russian Journalist Xenia Fedorova Over Kremlin Propaganda

    France has ordered the expulsion of Russian journalist Xenia Fedorova, former head of RT France, for allegedly spreading Kremlin propaganda and posing a threat to public order. The decision comes amid concerns about foreign influence ahead of next year's presidential election. Fedorova, who worked for media outlets owned by billionaire Vincent Bolloré, has been accused of acting as a 'relay for disinformation campaigns directed by the Russian authorities.' Her lawyer has announced plans to appeal the decision.
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  5. PoliticsLegislationJudiciaryRegulators

    Senate Leader John Thune's Stance on SAVE America Act and Filibuster

    Senate Majority Leader John Thune has stated that the SAVE America Act is unlikely to pass without using budget reconciliation, which requires 50 votes plus Vice President JD Vance. He has also expressed doubt in having enough Republican support for a talking filibuster. President Trump has criticized Thune's handling of the act, questioning his leadership and suggesting he may not be 'the man for the job'. Thune has responded by saying he lacks the votes to pass the act or eliminate the filibuster.
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  8. PoliticsRegulatorsThink TanksMiddle East

    Japan Establishes National Intelligence Office for Enhanced Security

    Japan has inaugurated a new National Intelligence Office, its first centralized intelligence body since World War II. Headed by veteran police officer Kazuya Hara, the office will coordinate and analyze intelligence for a new National Intelligence Council, chaired by Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi. This move aims to unify Japan's fragmented intelligence system and better protect against internal and external threats, particularly from China, Russia, and North Korea. The office began operations on Friday, with both entities officially inaugurated. This reform is part of Takaichi's broader security initiative, which includes plans to pass anti-espionage legislation and create a foreign intelligence agency.
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  12. WorldRegulatorsMiddle East

    UK Regulatory Announcements: Form 8.3

    A series of UK regulatory announcements have been made under Form 8.3. These announcements involve various investment management companies disclosing significant holdings or changes in holdings of listed securities. The companies include Massachusetts Financial Services Company, Black Creek Investment Management Inc., Millennium Partners, L.P., Charles Schwab Investment Management, Inc., Melqart Asset Management, Marathon Asset Management Ltd, Samson Rock Capital LLP, Sand Grove Capital Management LLP, and Balyasny Asset Management LP.
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  15. PoliticsPolicyRegulatorsElectionsMiddle East

    NDAA's Section 219: Expanding U.S.-Israel Defense Ties

    The House of Representatives passed a National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for 2027, including Section 219, which aims to consolidate and expand defense ties between the U.S. and Israel. This provision mandates the creation of a single executive agent to synchronize cooperative efforts in defense technology research, development, and integration. Critics argue it merges the U.S. and Israeli defense industrial bases, while supporters insist it merely formalizes existing cooperation. The Senate's version, Section 1217, is similar. Democratic leaders have not explicitly opposed this provision, frustrating critics who argue they coordinated with Republicans to pass the NDAA. Supporters of the provision have been vague in their defenses, often pivoting to accusations of anti-semitism against critics. Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has proposed a new joint U.S.-Israel fund for weapons research and development, further cementing ties.
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  17. PoliticsRegulatorsProtestMiddle East

    Palestinian Weapons Restriction and Storage in Gaza

    Palestinian factions will participate in the process of securing and storing weapons in Gaza, with the International Monitoring Commission overseeing the process. The National Committee will control weapons after completing specific clauses of the Road Map. Heavy weapons restriction and storage will begin after the entry of the National Committee and an international force into Gaza Strip. The process is linked to the temporary withdrawal of the Israeli army from occupied areas and the establishment of a Palestinian state.
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  22. WorldBillLegislationRegulatorsMiddle East

    Moldova's Parliament Approves Electoral Code Amendments for Gagauzia

    Moldova's Parliament, with the support of the Party of Maia Sandu (PAS), approved in the first reading amendments to the Electoral Code that establish norms for conducting elections to the People's Assembly of Gagauzia and the election of the bashkan of the autonomy. The amendments have been criticized for lacking consensus with Gagauzian representatives, being in Russian or Gagauzian language, and contradicting the law on the special status of Gagauzia. The Party of Socialists plans to challenge the initiative in the Constitutional Court. Gagauzia's leadership has requested an independent expert evaluation of the bills and a monitoring mission from the Council of Europe and the OSCE.
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  23. WorldRegulatorsMiddle EastBudget

    Chongqing's New Land-Sea Corridor Sees Increase in Train Operations and Trade Volume

    The West Route of Chongqing's New Land-Sea Corridor experienced a 25.6% increase in train operations in the first half of 2022 compared to the same period last year. A total of 1,101 trains were operated as of July 29, with 961 trains operated in the first half of the year. The corridor handled imports and exports worth 287.1 billion yuan, marking a 13.7% increase year-on-year.
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