Prince William made a surprise visit to Poland on Tuesday, where he met with President Andrzej Duda and thanked the Polish people for their support of those who have fled Ukraine. The Prince of Wales discussed the importance of ongoing support to Ukraine and its people, and will attend King Charles' coronation in May as a sign of the UK's commitment to the region.
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TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew is set to face a grilling from US lawmakers this Thursday in his first sworn testimony before Congress, with the hearing focusing on data privacy and security. In preparation, Chew has been taking part in near-daily, multi-hour prep sessions with TikTok personnel and the app has organized a gathering of creators in D.C. to show their support. The hearing is expected to be a high-stakes event, with Chew’s performance likely to have a major impact on the future of the app in the US.
On Thursday, TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew will testify before the House Committee on Energy and Commerce to address concerns about the app's national security implications, consumer privacy, data security practices, and its relationship with the Chinese Communist Party. Chew has sought to reassure the public that the company is taking steps to protect user data, but a recent incident involving a reporter's data has raised questions about the company's commitment. The hearing will be closely watched to see if Chew's testimony is enough to allay the concerns of U.S. policymakers.
Chinese President Xi Jinping recently concluded a state visit to Moscow, standing in solidarity with Russian President Vladimir Putin despite an international arrest warrant issued against him. The two leaders signed a joint statement expressing the need to "respect legitimate security concerns of all countries," and the visit is seen as a sign of the growing ties between China and Russia. The U.S.-led NATO alliance has been a counterforce to the visit, with the two sides having different views on the conflict, and it is unclear how the visit will affect the situation in Ukraine.
Rep. Jamaal Bowman (D-N.Y.) has become a vocal supporter of TikTok, defending the platform against bipartisan efforts to ban it. Bowman argues that he hasn't seen any evidence of espionage and that the platform provides a space for content creators to share their ideas. TikTok CEO Kevin Mayer is expected to testify before a House panel this week, which could affect the debate over the app's future in the U.S. and Bowman's support.
A severe sandstorm has blanketed Beijing and several northern provinces in China in thick clouds of orange dust, causing air pollution to reach hazardous levels and visibility to drop significantly. The Chinese government has issued a red alert warning people to stay indoors and for drivers to reduce their speed. The sandstorm is a reminder of the need to take care of the environment and reduce air pollution, and the Chinese government is taking steps to do so.
Key takeaways: Xi and Putin discussed a range of issues, including the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. Xi made a strong show of solidarity with Putin…
Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping held a face-to-face meeting in Moscow on Monday, days after the International Criminal Court issued an arrest warrant for Putin. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said the visit indicates China's support for Russia in the face of international criticism. The three-day state visit is seen as a sign of strengthening ties between the two countries, and the outcome of the visit will be closely watched.