National security tariffs on strategic materials

3 months ago

Signed executive order directing Commerce Department to consider tariffs on imported copper, citing defense and infrastructure needs.

Colombia tariff threat and resolution

4 months ago

Trump threatened 25% tariffs on Colombian imports after President Petro rejected U.S. deportation flights, leading to temporary reciprocal tariffs before de-escalation.

Inauguration as 47th President

4 months ago

Donald Trump was sworn in for his second non-consecutive term, becoming the 47th U.S. president and the second to serve non-consecutive terms after Grover Cleveland.

Announcement of sweeping tariffs

4 months ago

On his first day, Trump reiterated plans for new tariffs, including 25% on Canada and Mexico starting February 1, while delaying specifics on Chinese imports.

Re-election and Minority Government

3 years ago

Macron was re-elected president, defeating Marine Le Pen again but with a narrower margin (58.55%). His coalition subsequently lost its parliamentary majority, leading to France's first minority government since 1993 and legislative gridlock over key reforms.

Yellow Vests Protests and Pension Reform Crisis

6 years ago

Macron faced massive protests against economic policies, including the Yellow Vests movement (2018-2020) opposing fuel taxes and inequality. His government later passed controversial pension reforms in 2023 raising the retirement age from 62 to 64, sparking nationwide strikes and violent demonstrations.

Foreign Policy Leadership

7 years ago

Macron emerged as a key European leader, advocating EU reforms and strengthening Franco-German ties. He played active roles in the Ukraine war response, Middle East diplomacy, and global climate initiatives, while navigating tensions over AUKUS and maintaining economic ties with China.

Mandate Start

8 years ago

Emmanuel Macron was inaugurated as the eighth President of France's Fifth Republic, becoming the youngest president in French history at age 39. He appointed Édouard Philippe as Prime Minister and formed his party La République En Marche! which later secured a parliamentary majority.

Reelection for Fifth Term

a year ago

Putin is reelected to a fifth term as President of Russia, securing another six years in office amid widespread international scrutiny and domestic support.

Full-scale Invasion of Ukraine

3 years ago

Putin launches a full-scale invasion of Ukraine, leading to widespread international condemnation, expanded sanctions, and a significant escalation in the conflict.

Constitutional Amendments

4 years ago

Putin signs constitutional amendments into law, including changes that allow him to run for reelection twice more, potentially extending his presidency to 2036.

Military Intervention in Syria

10 years ago

Putin orders a military intervention in Syria to support President Bashar al-Assad, marking Russia's significant involvement in the Syrian Civil War.

Annexation of Crimea

11 years ago

Russia annexes Crimea following a controversial referendum, leading to international condemnation and sanctions against Russia.

Mandate Start

13 years ago

Vladimir Putin begins his third term as President of Russia after winning the election with over 60% of the vote, succeeding Dmitry Medvedev.

Third Term as Party Leader

3 years ago

Xi Jinping secured a third term as General Secretary of the Communist Party, breaking with recent precedent that limited leaders to two terms.

Announcement of Carbon Neutrality Goals

5 years ago

Xi Jinping announced China's commitment to peak carbon dioxide emissions before 2030 and achieve carbon neutrality before 2060 at the UN General Assembly.

Abolishment of Presidential Term Limits

7 years ago

China's legislature abolished the two-term limit on the presidency, allowing Xi Jinping to remain in power beyond the traditional 10-year limit.

Enshrinement of Xi Jinping Thought

8 years ago

Xi Jinping Thought was enshrined in the Communist Party's constitution, elevating his status to that of Mao Zedong.

Start of Presidential Term

13 years ago

Xi Jinping became the General Secretary of the Communist Party of China, marking the beginning of his presidency.

Health System Reforms Briefing

a month ago

Hosted media briefing outlining progress on NHI implementation, health professional recruitment, and medical equipment procurement.

HIV Treatment Campaign Launch

3 months ago

Officially launched a national campaign to add 1.1 million people to HIV treatment by December 2025, targeting 95% viral suppression rates.

Appointment as Minister of Health

a year ago

Reappointed as South Africa's Minister of Health by President Cyril Ramaphosa, returning to the portfolio he previously held from 2009-2019.