Donald Trump presidency win rocks global markets

Donald Trump presidency win rocks global markets

Global financial markets tumbled in the wake of Donald Trump winning the US presidential election as fears of protectionist trade policies increased. The Asian markets were one of the firsts to react all dropping points, and the FTSE 100 Index opened 102.8 points down knocking more than £25bn off the value of blue chip shares. The Republican candidate beat the polls by winning key swing states like Florida, Ohio and North Carolina. Nov 9, 2016
South Korea coast guard fires at Chinese boats illegally fishing

South Korea coast guard fires at Chinese boats illegally fishing

The South Korean coast guard has said it fired at two Chinese boats illegally fishing in the countrys waters in the Yellow Sea on 1 November. The coast guard said the shots were fired to protect officers abroad the fishing vessels, and no injuries or damage was caused. Nov 3, 2016