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Stuart Young chosen by PNM caucus to succeed Dr. Keith Rowley as Trinidad and Tobago's Prime Minister. Rowley to step down before August, focusing on regional matters and transition process.
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A 7.1-magnitude earthquake in Tibet's Dingri County caused 53 deaths and 62 injuries. Chinese leader Xi Jinping called for search-and-rescue efforts and strengthening of monitoring systems.
Guyana appoints Harry Gill as Consul General to Barbados. Minister Symmonds welcomes him, emphasizing historic cooperation. Discussions on tourism, agriculture, trade, and regional initiatives between the two countries.
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announces resignation as leader of the Liberal Party. Parliament suspended until March 24 for new leader selection. Trudeau to remain as caretaker prime minister.
US President Joe Biden announces a ban on new offshore oil and gas drilling along most of America’s coastline, covering the Atlantic, Gulf of Mexico, and Pacific coasts. Biden cites environmental concerns.
