Thursday, June 30, 2022

Featured Post: U.S. To Boost Military Presence and Power in Europe

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On Wednesday, President Joe Biden promised to expand American military activities in Europe. According to Biden, the United States will increase rotational deployments in the Baltic states and similarly send more troops to Romania. He declared that Poland would remain the country where the U.S. 5th Army Corps would have its permanent headquarters.

Biden additionally indicated the United States will deploy two F-35 squadrons to the United Kingdom, increase air defense and other capabilities in Germany and Italy, and expand naval operations in Spain by stationing six destroyers there instead of the current four.

For operational security and planning reasons, the Department of Defense declined to specify how many extra troops would be dispatched to Europe and from where they would be arriving.

According to Biden, the actions were taken to ensure that NATO was prepared to face potential threats from the air, land, and sea.

The U.S. sent 20,000 more troops to Europe earlier this year, raising the total number of American military personnel stationed there to 100,000.

According to Biden, "NATO is strong and united, and the actions we're taking this summer will further increase our collective power."

 

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Wednesday, June 29, 2022

Featured Post: Pilot Fatigue and Pressure Makes US Flight Travel Unsafe

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 A US pilot alleged that the "inhumane amount" of pressure pilots are under as a result of the growing statewide pilot shortage renders US aircraft unsafe for passengers. According to the pilot, a representative for the Texas-based pilots union Allied Pilots Association, American travelers ought to be "concerned" about their safety because "there is a problem here."

 Anger among pilots and employees in the nation's struggling airline industry has recently flared out on a national scale, raising new fears in the travel industry. Recently, for example, thousands of flights had been canceled or faced lengthy delays as airlines struggled to fulfill the demand for travel in the wake of millions of job losses, buyouts during the Covid epidemic, and thousands of retirements.

 Additionally, in order to draw attention to difficulties with pilot tiredness, stress, and stagnant contract discussions, more than 1,300 Southwest Airlines pilots recently picketed in Dallas, Texas.

 The pilot issued an urgent warning and urged the FAA to act against airlines that attempt to fly more aircraft than they are truly capable of flying and that build up "schedules to an inhumane level." In the end, he claimed, the sector was letting down its passengers and wasting the money of its investors.

 Airlines have attributed the shortfall to an increase in travel as a result of the recent drop in Covid infection rates, which has led many Americans to book travel for the first time since the pandemic began.  Industry experts claimed that pilots' anxiety has been exacerbated by their low pay, unfavorable working conditions, and almost daily flight reassignments.

 Nearly 30% of the airline's pilots are transferred every day, including on lengthy flights, according to Capt. Casey A. Murray, a pilot and head of the Southwest Airlines Pilots Association. This leaves the pilots feeling overwhelmed.  A pilot warned, "If you're going to keep abusing us, you're going to run out of personnel."

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Tuesday, June 28, 2022

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Thursday, June 23, 2022

Featured Post: Pilot Fatigue and Pressure Makes US Flight Travel Unsafe

A US pilot alleged that the "inhumane amount" of pressure pilots are under as a result of the growing statewide pilot shortage renders US aircraft unsafe for passengers.

According to Dennis Tajer, a representative for the Texas-based pilots union Allied Pilots Association, American travelers ought to be "concerned" about their safety because "there is a problem here."

Anger among pilots and employees in the nation's struggling airline industry has recently flared out on a national scale, raising new fears in the travel industry.

Since the previous week, thousands of flights had been canceled or faced lengthy delays as airlines struggled to fulfill the demand for travel in the wake of millions of job losses, buyouts during the Covid epidemic, and thousands of retirements.

In order to draw attention to difficulties with pilot tiredness, stress, and stagnant contract discussions, more than 1,300 Southwest Airlines pilots picketed on Tuesday in Dallas, Texas.

Mr. Tajer said: "They need to be concerned because I'm on TV as a spokesperson for our union stating, there's a problem here."

He issued an urgent warning and urged the FAA should act against airlines that attempt to fly more aircraft than they are truly capable of flying and that build up "schedules to an inhumane level."

In the end, he claimed, the sector was "letting down our passengers and wasting the money of our investors."

He continued, "It's got to end.”

Airlines have attributed the shortfall to an increase in travel as a result of the recent drop in Covid infection rates, which has led many Americans to book travel for the first time since the pandemic began.

Industry experts claimed that pilots' anxiety has been exacerbated by their low pay, unfavorable working conditions, and almost daily flight reassignments.

Nearly 30% of the airline's pilots are transferred every day, including on lengthy flights, according to Capt. Casey A. Murray, a pilot and head of the Southwest Airlines Pilots Association. This leaves the pilots feeling overwhelmed.

He warned, "If you're going to keep abusing us, you're going to run out of personnel."

 

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Wednesday, June 22, 2022

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Tuesday, June 21, 2022

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Monday, June 20, 2022

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Tuesday, June 14, 2022

Featured Post: Experts Say Recent Summit of America Reveals US Weakness

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A recent Summit of Americas convened by US President Joe Biden intended to provide a forum for resolving past differences and address the growing influence of China in the Caribbean and Latin America. Unfortunately, some experts believe it did neither.

Problems arose even before the summit began as who was included and excluded from the event caused friction and diplomatic tension. Specifically, Biden failed to include leaders from the following countries, deeming their leaders autocratic: Cuba, Nicaragua, and Venezuela.

In response, high level leaders of Bolivia, El Salvador, Guatemala,  Honduras, and Mexico declined to participate in the event. Accordingly, the Biden administration struggled to salvage participation, seemingly overlooking comments by Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro who two days before the event spread false claims regarding the legitimacy of the Biden presidency.

Experts indicate the guest list controversy reveals a deeper issue – the waning US influence and engagement in Latin America. As a result, while US investment and influence diminishes within the region, China’s influence grows. 

For example, Caribbean and Latin American trade with China rose to $449 billion in 2021 from $18 billion in 2002. This makes China the country with the largest trade relationships with Brazil, Chile, Peru, and Uruguay. At the same time, arms sales by China to 21 countries in the region also increase.

Finally, some experts believe the summit only made very small gains addressing problems with immigration and migration. Attending parties did sign a “Los Angeles Declaration on Migration” which they characterized as a strong agreement fortifying Central and South American economies, thereby preventing immigration waves. However, experts note the declaration does not bind any country, lacks details regarding actual implementation, and requires future negotiation to establish details.

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Sunday, June 12, 2022

Featured Post: Russia Will Place Troops in Central America

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Russia and Nicaragua recently announced an agreement that would provide for Russian troops in Nicaragua. Some say the joint agreement represents an effort to subvert those who work to fortify democracy and democratic regimes in Central America.

Many experts are concerned by the announcement because they believe it lays the groundwork for a long-standing Russian military presence in both Nicaragua and Central America.

Under the agreement, Russian forces as necessary will assist Nicaragua in law enforcement, training, and its response to any humanitarian crises that may emerge. Additionally, semi-annually, Nicaragua will host Russian troops to help develop cooperative abilities and capacities in these areas.

Experts believe this is just the first of additional agreements that may come. For example, they expect subsequent agreements allowing Russian naval and air vessels to visit Nicaraguan ports.  This would be consistent with agreements Russia previously reach with Syria, Sudan, and Myanmar.

Experts additionally fear the recent agreement fortifies Russia’s campaign against Latin America democracy. For example, the minister of defense of Columbia recently has accused Russia of supplying tactical and military assistance to anti-democratic, Marxist-Leninist guerilla groups in Columbia. Experts also fear Russia will use its presence in Nicaragua to gain important military and political intelligence.

Finally, experts note the Nicaraguan agreement is simply one in a now established pattern of Russian agreements designed to allow it to project power abroad, such as it has in developing countries in Asia and Africa. There, Russia uses energy deals, electoral and warfare services, trainers, and arm sales to support what many consider authoritarian dictators.

Many conclude the agreement should appropriately alarm US decision-makers.

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Friday, June 10, 2022

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Thursday, June 9, 2022

Featured Post: US Plan to Help Ease Migration by Increasing Central American Investment

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United States Vice President Kamala Harris recently announced upcoming private sector investments of nearly $2 billion in Central America designed to provide jobs and economic support for the region. The hope is such investment will help stop illegal migration into the United States from its southern border.

In total, ten companies committed to funding projects in El Salvador, Honduras and Guatemala. The companies include the “Gap” apparel manufacturer which indicated it will increase by $50 million a year its purchases from Central America. Gap hopes this will help create jobs in the area.

Similarly, the U.S.-based apparel wholesaler San Mar indicated by 2025 it will increase by $500 million its purchases of products manufactured in northern Central America, again, to hopefully create jobs.

Additional projects announced include the following:

- Pantaleon, an agro-industrial corporation, in Guatemala will build an industrial park.

- Unifi, which produces synthetic and recycled yarns in El Salvador, will expand capacity by investing $15 million, improving overall efficiency and reducing energy usage.

- Visa, a credit card company, will over the next five years invest $270 million to develop a digital infrastructure and expand financial inclusion.

- Agroamerica, a major food corporation, will invest in plantations, specifically, $100 million in avocado and banana plantations. This should help increase jobs in Central America.

- COATL and Millicom, both digital services firms, together will invest $735 million in high-speed internet in El Salvador.

- Yakazi will invest $110 million and increase by 14,000 its employment in Guatemala and El Salvador in its automotive component producing facilities.

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Tuesday, June 7, 2022

Featured Post: How the US State of Texas Supports Gun Manufacturers

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A new Texas law went into effect last fall prohibiting state agencies from working with, contracting with, or engaging with any business or agency that, in Texas’ eyes, discriminates against the gun industry. This includes firms participating in the profitable Texas bond market. For example, in 2020, Texas issued over $58 billion in bonds and some financial firms earned as much as $80 million in fees helping underwrite the bonds. Texas is second only to California in the size of its bond market.

The new law requires any firm seeking to do business with Texas, including financial firms as above, submit to the Texas attorney general a written affirmation indicating they do not discriminate against the gun industry and equally serve all industries.

Here’s how this affected the behavior of America’s largest bank, JPMorgan Chase.

After a 2018 mass shooting in a Parkland Florida school that killed 17 people,  JPMorgan indicated it would remove itself from serving gunmakers. Additionally, the bank’s CEO began extolling the virtues of corporate social responsibility and commitments to the communities they serve. Upon passage of the Texas law, and fearing the loss of $80 million in fees earned by participating in the Texas bond market, JPMorgan affirmed in a letter to the Texas attorney general it finds relations with the firearm industry valuable and does nothing to discriminate against the industry. JPMorgan did this on May 13, one day before a mass shooting in Buffalo and two weeks before a mass shooting in Texas.

While the Texas law is the first passed in the nation, at least 10 state governments contemplate similar laws. In fact, Wyoming recently passed legislation permitting firearms manufacturers to sue anyone who fails to serve them.

Gun control proponents offer a ‘solution.’ They propose legislators in opposing states, such as California with the largest US bond market, pass laws forbidding the state from having any relationship with firms, or financial institutions that support the firearm industry. Then America’s financial giants would face a choice: gain access to the California market by ceasing relationships with the arms industry or lose the California market and participate in the Texas bond market.

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Sunday, June 5, 2022

Featured Post: US Initiates Cyber Offensive in Russia's War Against Ukraine

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The US military's hacking section, Cyber Command, has confirmed that offensive cyber activities were performed in support of Ukraine's defense against Russia's invasion. The command claims to have carried out a wide range of actions, including offensive, defensive, and information operations.

Such public statements by US military authorities revealing cyberwarfare are rare, as the US generally seeks to cloak its military operations in secrecy.

The cyber-attack shows that the Biden administration is comfortable confronting Russia in cyberspace without fear of escalation. Some cyber-experts believe that a variety of activities, including low-level hacks into computer networks, may qualify as offensive cyber operations that the Russians do not necessarily regard as escalatory.

Despite this, officials from Biden on down have been warning for months about the possibility of retaliatory Russian cyberattacks on US infrastructure after the US and its allies slapped sweeping sanctions on Russia for its war in Ukraine.

While large hacking of US businesses tied to the Ukraine crisis have been few, a slew of attempted cyberattacks have been reported in Ukraine and Russia as digital vigilantes take sides in the conflict.

According to analysts, Cyber Command has progressed significantly since its beginnings more than a decade ago and is gradually becoming a vehicle of US force projection. Officials say the command dispatched people to Ukraine in December in preparation of the Russian invasion to assist Kyiv in bolstering its cyber defenses and gathering information on potential Russian hacking threats.

Previous hacking activities by the command include taking down a Russian troll farm during the 2018 US midterm elections and targeting ransomware operatives posing a threat to US institutions.

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Featured Post: China Warns U.S. on Forced Labor Law

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China recently warned the US implementing a law that bans imports from regions in China that rely on forced labor to produce goods will severely damage relations between the two countries and disrupt global production and industrial supply chains.

The law, the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act, was passed by Congress in December and takes effect on June 21. The law intends to address China’s intimidation and exploitation of Uyghurs and other minorities in Xinjiang. China denies such activities occur and insists it does not make any minority group work against its will.

Specifically, the law assumes forced labor was used to produce any good made in the western region of Xinjiang and bans their import unless importers clearly and compellingly provide evidence forced labor was not used. The law additionally covers goods produced outside the region, but which use pieces or parts produced within the region.

China urged the US to fail to implement the law which it said reflects an attempt by the US to hobble China’s development. China additionally indicates if the US does implement the law, then China will retaliate in a way that reinforces its rights and protects its dignity.  Nevertheless, the Biden administration indicates it will very strictly act to enforce the ban and warned companies the showing required to clear imports will be extremely high.

 

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Wednesday, June 1, 2022

Featured Post: US To Host World's Largest Naval War Game

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The US will host the world’s largest war games, the Rim of the Pacific games (‘RIMPAC’), from June 29 to August 4. The military exercises will be based in San Diego and Honolulu and include 26 countries.

Some participating countries include Australia, Brunei, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Denmark, Ecuador, France, Germany, India, Israel, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Peru, the Philippines, South Korea, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Tonga, and the United Kingdom.

The exercises will include 4 submarines, 38 surface ships, 170 aircraft, and around 25,000 personnel.

The intent of the exercise is to help ensure a free and open Indo-Pacific region especially as China has been expanding its reach and militarizing islands in the South China Sea.

Activities and exercises the war games focus on include amphibious operations, anti-submarine and air-defense exercises, mine clearance and counter-piracy operations,  gunnery and missile exercises, and salvage operations.

According to the navy, the exercises will help develop partners’ abilities to operate together, increasing their agility and resiliency, and the ability to defeat aggression by major powers in the area.

China’s foreign minister claims the activities will stoke geopolitical rivalry and help foster a Cold War mentality among participants.

The 2022 exercises will be the 28th completed since this version of the war game began in 1971.

 

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