World stocks are climbing back towards record highs driven by AI optimism, despite ongoing U.S.-China trade tensions. France's government survives a confidence vote, while gold hits record levels amidst fluctuating dollar values.
In a historic recall election, Taiwanese voters have decisively rejected efforts to oust opposition lawmakers from the KMT, leaving the ruling DPP’s ambitions in jeopardy and igniting discussions on Taiwan's legislative future.
Australia's Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is on track to secure a second term, with voters favoring stability amid global unrest. Projections indicate Labor will retain government, potentially making Albanese the first PM to win re-election in 20 years.
