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The European Commission is considering launching a second version of its Security Action for Europe (SAFE) loan scheme for defense projects, EU officials said.

An explosion occurred at a British military factory, and rescuers rushed to the scene.

The Republican-controlled Senate in Indiana, USA, rejected the congressional redistricting plan supported by US President Trump.

In the week ending December 5, foreign central banks held US$5.429 billion in US Treasury bonds, up from the previous value of US$3.829 billion.

New Zealand's manufacturing performance index in November was 51.4, compared with the previous value of 51.4.

Broadcom (AVGO.O) U.S. stocks rose 4% after the bell.

Federal Reserve Board of Governors: The system’s regional Fed chairmen have been reappointed by unanimous consent of the seven Board of Governors members.

European Commission President von der Leyen said Trump should not interfere with Europe's democratic system.

New York Fed: The Federal Reserve will purchase $8.2 billion in Treasury bills on Friday under its new reserve purchase program.

According to the AXIOS website: The Trump administration plans to appoint a U.S. major general to command the International Stabilization Force (ISF) in Gaza.

U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessant: The Financial Stability Oversight Council will establish working groups on market and household resilience and artificial intelligence.

U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent: The Financial Stability Oversight Committee will focus on economic growth and the "undue burdens" brought by financial regulatory rules.

U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC): Acting Chairman announces withdrawal of outdated digital asset guidance.

Market news: The U.S. Treasury Department plans to expand the tax relief provided by the Trump administration to companies. This plan will expand the scope of tax relief for R&D companies.

U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent: The Financial Stability Oversight Council is prioritizing sustainable long-term economic growth and economic security, promoting regulatory modernization, and cultivating a financial system that supports resilience.

The U.S. Treasury Department website shows that six crude oil tankers have been included in the sanctions list.

The U.S. Treasury Department’s website released new sanctions against Venezuela.

White House: US President Trump will sign legislation and executive orders later today.

The White House stated on the Venezuela issue that U.S. President Trump believes that the seizure of oil tankers is a measure to implement the U.S. sanctions policy.

The White House stated on the Gaza issue that it would issue a statement at an appropriate time.