US News
LAST UPDATE: July 30, 2025
Republicans seek to defund the OECD
U.S. House Republicans are pushing legislation to eliminate U.S. funding for the OECD, arguing that its global tax policies unfairly disadvantage American firms.
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The proposal aligns with an isolationist, “America First” agenda and could undermine U.S. influence in global economic governance if enacted.
US to complete review into AUKUS defence pact in autumn
The U.S. will finalize a reassessment of the AUKUS security pact involving Australia and the UK in autumn, examining defense and technology collaboration.
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The review could shape future trilateral cooperation in advanced defense technologies and geopolitical alignment in the Indo-Pacific.
