Trump Plans to Expand Travel Ban, Stalemate Persists Over Russia-Ukraine Peace Plan
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Trump plans to expand travel ban to around 30 countries; Russia rejects Europe's proposed changes to the Russia–Ukraine peace plan......
[Quick Facts]
1. Trump plans to expand travel ban to around 30 countries.
2. Zelenskyy: Ukrainian and U.S. delegations refined the peace plan.
3. Russia rejects Europe's proposed changes to the Russia–Ukraine peace plan.
4. Russia–U.S. meeting touches on territorial issues; No compromise on Ukraine issue yet.
5. Trump may announce the new Fed Chair nominee early next year.
6. Bullock: Closely monitoring inflation persistence. Stubborn inflation could affect policy direction
[News Details]
Trump plans to expand travel ban to around 30 countries
Following a shooting incident in Washington, D.C., last week in which two National Guard soldiers were shot — one fatally, the other critically injured — the U.S. government is expected to broaden the scope of its entry ban to approximately 30 countries as part of more aggressive measures to curb immigration. A Department of Homeland Security official revealed that an updated list of newly added countries is expected to be released soon. Currently, the U.S. has a total entry ban on travelers from 12 countries and partial restrictions on another 7. After the fatal shooting involving National Guard members, President Donald Trump threatened to implement a series of measures to restrict immigration into the United States.
Federal authorities have identified the suspect as Rahmanullah Lakanwal, a 29-year-old Afghan citizen who previously worked with U.S. forces and the CIA in Afghanistan before arriving in the U.S. in 2021. During his first term, Trump also attempted to ban travelers from specific countries. That measure underwent multiple revisions and lengthy legal proceedings before being ultimately ruled by the U.S. Supreme Court as falling entirely within presidential authority. Earlier this year, he reinstated a travel ban.
Zelenskyy: Ukrainian and U.S. delegations refined the peace plan
The United States and Ukraine held high-level talks on November 30th in Florida. On December 2nd, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said via social media that the Ukrainian delegation had submitted a detailed report on all talks conducted in the U.S. Based on the version of the peace plan following the U.S.–Ukraine Geneva talks, the Ukrainian and U.S. delegations further refined the plan during their discussions. Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine's diplomatic team is actively communicating and consulting with all parties to ensure European countries and other willing allies can genuinely participate in the decision-making process. Ukraine will maintain ongoing contact with the U.S. to determine the schedule for subsequent talks.
Russia rejects Europe's proposed changes to the Russia–Ukraine peace plan
On December 2nd, Russian President Vladimir Putin told the media that Russia cannot accept Europe's attempts to modify the U.S.-proposed Russia–Ukraine peace plan. Putin noted that Europe seeks to alter the plan in order to obstruct the peace process and shift responsibility for any collapse of the Ukraine peace effort onto Russia.
Putin reiterated that Russia has no intention of going to war with Europe, but if Europe suddenly initiates hostilities, Russia is prepared to respond. On November 20th, U.S. media reported that the White House drafted a 28-point Russia–Ukraine peace plan, which Ukraine and Europe viewed as biased toward Russia. On November 23rd, representatives from the U.S., Ukraine, and Europe met in Geneva, Switzerland, and made substantial revisions to the proposal.
Russia–U.S. meeting touches on territorial issues; No compromise on Ukraine issue yet
On December 3rd, local time, Russian Presidential Aide Yury Ushakov said that talks between Russian President Putin and U.S. Special Envoy Steve Witkoff were constructive, highly beneficial, and substantive. The discussion covered territorial issues, though both sides agreed not to disclose the substance of the talks. Ushakov noted that multiple versions of potential solutions to the Ukraine issue were discussed. The five-hour meeting allowed for in-depth and detailed deliberation on Ukraine conflict resolution. Ushakov stated there is currently no compromise solution on the Ukraine issue; some proposals put forward by the U.S. are acceptable to Russia, while others are not suitable for adoption. He added that Russia and the U.S. will continue contacts at the level of presidential aides. The possibility of a meeting between Putin and Trump will depend on progress in the mediation of the Ukraine issue.
Trump may announce the new Fed Chair nominee early next year
At a Cabinet meeting held at the White House on December 2nd, U.S. President Trump said he is likely to announce his nominee for the next chairman of the Federal Reserve in early 2026 to succeed current Chair Jerome Powell, whose term ends in May 2026. Trump also confirmed that Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has no intention of taking the Fed chair position. Previously, Trump said he had already decided on the nominee.
According to informed sources, in Trump's view and that of his advisors and allies, White House National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett is the top candidate for Fed chair. Under relevant laws, the U.S. president nominates the Fed chair, subject to Senate confirmation. Trump nominated Powell during his first presidency and took office in February 2018. He was later renominated during the Biden administration. Trump has repeatedly criticized Powell publicly over Fed monetary policy, and after returning to office in January this year, Trump has continued to criticize Powell, accusing the Fed of cutting interest rates too slowly and threatening to remove him. Concerns are widespread about whether the Fed can maintain its independence in monetary policymaking.
Bullock: Closely monitoring inflation persistence. Stubborn inflation could affect policy direction
In a speech on Monday, Reserve Bank of Australia Governor Michele Bullock said Australia's labor market remains slightly tight, the output gap may have largely closed, but uncertainties remain. The Australian economy is likely operating near its potential growth limit. Labour market conditions are quite good. The central bank is closely watching recent inflation data trends and noted that if inflation proves more persistent than expected, it would have broader implications for monetary policy. Some recent increases in trimmed mean inflation may be temporary, and inflation expectations remain stable for now. The persistence of inflation will directly influence future policy direction; if inflationary pressures do not ease as expected, the RBA may adjust its monetary policy stance.
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