Hurricane Melissa's Impact in Jamaica
Jamaican Prime Minister Andrew Holness announced that Hurricane Melissa, the strongest storm ever to hit Jamaica, has caused damages estimated at 28% to 32% of the country's GDP, amounting to between $6 billion and $7 billion. The storm's aftermath could lead to an economic output decline of 8% to 13%. Holness indicated that the government would activate emergency provisions to suspend fiscal rules temporarily, seeking financial support from regional allies and development agencies. The hurricane has already claimed 75 lives, with thousands of tourism workers losing their jobs due to the storm's devastation, particularly in the agricultural and tourism sectors.
Typhoon Kalmaegi Strikes the Philippines
In the Philippines, Typhoon Kalmaegi has left at least 66 people dead and 26 missing, predominantly due to widespread flooding in the central province of Cebu. The storm caused flash floods that trapped residents on rooftops, prompting rescue efforts that were delayed by dangerous conditions. Cebu, still recovering from a recent earthquake, declared a state of calamity to expedite emergency funding. The typhoon's impact has been exacerbated by prior disasters, with over 387,000 people evacuated before the storm made landfall.
Chinese Space Mission Delayed
The return of three Chinese astronauts from the Shenzhou-20 mission has been postponed after their spacecraft was struck by debris. The China Manned Space Agency is assessing the risks associated with the impact and has not specified when the astronauts will return. The crew had been stationed at the Tiangong space station for six months, and their replacements had already arrived. If deemed necessary, a backup spacecraft is on standby to ensure the astronauts' safe return.
Security Concerns Over Chinese Electric Buses
Danish authorities are investigating security vulnerabilities in Chinese-made electric buses that can be remotely deactivated. This concern arose after similar findings in Norway, where the buses' software systems were found to allow remote access for updates, posing potential risks during transit. The Danish public transport company Movia operates 469 of these buses and is working to implement stricter security measures before acquiring new vehicles. Yutong, the manufacturer, claims compliance with EU data protection regulations and emphasizes the safety of its technology.
Military Actions Against Drug Trafficking
In the Pacific, U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced a military strike against a vessel accused of drug trafficking, resulting in two fatalities. This incident is part of a broader campaign against drug cartels in South America, with the death toll from such strikes rising to at least 66. The USS Gerald R. Ford aircraft carrier is heading to the Caribbean as part of an expanded military presence in the region. Lawmakers are demanding more transparency regarding the legal justifications for these military actions.
Wrap-up
The convergence of natural disasters and security issues underscores the challenges facing nations worldwide. As Jamaica and the Philippines deal with the aftermath of severe weather events, concerns over technological vulnerabilities and military interventions continue to shape international discourse.
Sources
theguardian.com
newsis.com
@hoju-korean.com Editorial Team
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