Makana 360 Daily Report – November 1, 2025
📌 Xi Pushes for Global AI Body at APEC Summit
Chinese President Xi Jinping took the spotlight at the APEC Summit in South Korea, calling for the creation of a World Artificial Intelligence Cooperation Organization to enhance governance and global collaboration—positioning China as an alternative to the United States in trade and technology. Xi described AI as “a public good for humanity” and suggested Shanghai as the potential headquarters. Donald Trump skipped the summit after meeting Xi, where the two reached a one-year deal to ease trade and technology restrictions. Xi also promoted the free circulation of green technologies as China prepares to host APEC 2026 in Shenzhen.
📌 Tanzania’s President Re-Elected Amid Deadly Unrest
President Samia Suluhu Hassan secured 98% of the vote in Tanzania’s presidential election, extending her rule amid unrest and fraud allegations. The electoral commission reported 87% voter turnout (32 million ballots). Protests erupted in Dar es Salaam and other cities as the opposition denounced the results, citing government repression. Human rights groups reported hundreds killed in clashes, while the UN and Western countries voiced concern over the lack of transparency. Hassan’s CCM party has maintained power since independence.
📌 U.S. Federal Food Aid Lapses as States Struggle to Fill the Void
Millions of Americans face uncertainty as the federal shutdown threatens SNAP benefits for 41 million recipients, including Roma Hammonds of Tennessee, who relies on $563 monthly. Only five states — Delaware, Virginia, Louisiana, Vermont, and New Mexico — and Washington, D.C. will partially or fully fund November benefits. Most states cite technical or financial barriers. Two federal judges ordered the Trump administration to use $5 billion in contingency funds, though no plan was announced. Food banks warned of surging demand as both parties blame each other for the crisis.
📌 Cultural and Sports Highlights
• Los Angeles Dodgers force Game 7 in the World Series after a win over the Blue Jays (3.1M views).
• Boston Celtics defeat the Philadelphia 76ers, handing them their first loss as the NBA Cup opens (2.4M views).
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