Tag: border crossing
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Toronto-based Mexican Musician Cancels U.S. Tour Over ICE Shootings: A Shift in How Artists View American Shows
Toronto-based Mexican musician cancels U.S. tour after ICE shootings In a sign of mounting caution among artists, Quique Escamilla, a Juno Award–winning musician who operates from Toronto but continues to carry a Mexican passport, has canceled his planned U.S. tour. The decision comes after a troubling wave of incidents linked to immigration enforcement at the…
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Israel Reopens Gaza-Egypt Border Crossing Over Weekend, Marking Step in Ceasefire Talks
Overview Israel announced on Friday that the pedestrian border crossing between the Gaza Strip and Egypt will reopen in both directions over the weekend. The move comes after a prolonged closure and is seen as a meaningful step in the broader context of U.S. mediation on Gaza ceasefire ideas, including elements of President Donald Trump’s…
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Israel Reopens Gaza–Egypt Border Crossing Over Weekend Ahead of Ceasefire Plan
Overview: A Step Toward Normalcy Amid Tension Israel announced on Friday that it will reopen the pedestrian border crossing between the Gaza Strip and Egypt in both directions over the coming weekend. The decision marks a cautious but meaningful progression in the ongoing effort to ease restrictions on movement and aid while the region tests…
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Malaysia-Thailand Border Bridge and Rail Link: A Drive to Deepen Economic Ties Amid Hurdles
Introduction: A corridor that could reshape northern trade The governments of Malaysia and Thailand are pursuing a bold bid to transform a porous northern border into a robust economic corridor. A new border bridge and rail link are at the heart of this plan, designed to shorten transit times, reduce costs, and increase cross-border commerce…
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Expect heavy traffic at Woodlands and Tuas checkpoints during December holidays
Holiday travel expected to spike at Woodlands and Tuas checkpoints As December holidays approach, Singapore-bound travelers heading to Malaysia should brace for longer queues at the Woodlands and Tuas checkpoints. Authorities have warned that peak travel periods, coupled with enhanced border controls, could lead to increased waiting times for vehicles and pedestrians alike. The traffic…