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The UK is close to finalising an agreement to rejoin the EU's Erasmus student mobility scheme by January 2026, aiming for participation from 2027. The move signals a shift towards closer EU relations after Brexit setbacks, amid ongoing negotiations on defense and trade agreements.
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The UK and US are set to sign agreements during Trump’s visit to fast-track nuclear project approvals, including plans for up to 12 advanced modular reactors in Hartlepool. The deal aims to reduce licensing times, boost energy security, and create thousands of jobs, marking a new phase in transatlantic nuclear cooperation.
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Turkish Airlines announced plans to buy 75 Boeing long-haul aircraft and 150 MAX jets, following a meeting between Erdogan and Trump. The airline aims for deliveries between 2029 and 2034, amid ongoing negotiations over engine supplies and potential US fighter jet sales to Turkey.
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Horizon Aircraft secures a key engine deal for its hybrid eVTOL aircraft. Meanwhile, Loganair shifts focus from hybrid to hydrogen engines for zero-emission flights, and Boeing prepares for a new narrowbody aircraft amid ongoing production and safety challenges. Otto Aerospace unveils a futuristic, windowless private jet with significant fuel savings.
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Xiaomi has launched a service allowing buyers to customize its electric sedans with unique trims and paint jobs, adding at least 100,000 yuan to the price. The move targets wealthy consumers seeking personalized vehicles, competing with European luxury brands like Porsche amid China's growing EV market.
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UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer visited India, focusing on trade, security, and global issues. Discussions included India's role on the UN Security Council, ongoing Ukraine conflict, and strengthening economic links. The visit also highlighted India's continued purchase of Russian energy and Modi's friendly relations with Putin.
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Prime Minister Keir Starmer signed an £8bn agreement with Turkey for 20 Typhoon fighter jets, marking the largest UK fighter jet order in nearly two decades. The deal supports thousands of British jobs, boosts NATO cooperation, and concludes long-running negotiations, with deliveries expected from 2030. Critics highlight human rights concerns in Turkey.
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The UK has announced plans to build its first small modular reactors (SMRs) at Wylfa, Anglesey, with a government investment of £2.5 billion. The project aims to support up to 3,000 jobs and supply power to three million homes by the mid-2030s. The decision has sparked controversy, notably from the US, which preferred a large-scale project by Westinghouse. The site’s selection reflects a strategic move to revive UK nuclear industry and boost energy security.