Makana 360 Daily Report – October 31, 2025
📌 Russia Uses Missile in Ukraine That Led Trump to Quit Nuclear Treaty
Ukraine’s Foreign Minister confirmed that Russia used the 9M729 ground-launched cruise missile, whose secret development prompted Donald Trump to withdraw from the INF Treaty in 2019. A senior Ukrainian official said Russia fired the missile 23 times since August, one traveling 1,200 km. The 9M729, capable of carrying nuclear or conventional warheads, signals defiance of U.S. diplomacy and raises European security concerns. Experts say its use expands Russia’s long-range strike options and tests the system in combat.
📌 China Signals Sharper Pivot to Consumption as Imbalances Worsen
China is shifting its focus toward domestic consumption after reaching the limits of relying on investment and exports to sustain its $19 trillion economy. The upcoming Five-Year Plan (2026–2030) aims to raise household consumption’s share of GDP from 40% to 50% through income growth and fiscal reforms. While the government promotes advanced manufacturing, technology, and social welfare, weak consumer confidence and the property crisis continue to challenge the rebalancing effort.
📌 The Great AI Buildout Shows No Sign of Slowing
A landmark week for the tech industry reinforced the unstoppable boom in AI infrastructure. Nvidia became the first company to surpass a $5 trillion valuation, while Microsoft and OpenAI strengthened their partnership as OpenAI prepares for a $1 trillion IPO. Meanwhile, Amazon announced 14,000 job cuts even as its cloud division achieved record growth. Global AI investment now dominates corporate spending, with firms like Microsoft, Amazon, and Alphabet expected to spend $350 billion this year.
📌 Cultural and Sports Highlights
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Liga de Quito defeated Palmeiras in the Libertadores Cup, watched by 5.2M viewers.
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SoftBank Hawks won the Japan Series over Hanshin Tigers, followed by 460K viewers.
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