WAO ART #89

Tens of thousands of people are waiting to cross into the US from Mexico after the pandemic-era border policy known as Title 42 expired on Friday. The policy allowed the US to swiftly deport people without an asylum hearing, using the coronavirus pandemic as justification.

The Sudanese Armed Forces and the Rapid Support Forces have signed an agreement to lay the groundwork for humanitarian aid in Sudan. The agreement is not a ceasefire, but a statement of commitment to protect civilians and allow the restoration of essential services.

Australia and China have agreed to continue dialogue to resolve trade disputes, but no major breakthrough was achieved during ministerial talks in Beijing. Trade Minister Don Farrell and Commerce Minister Wang Wentao, discussed progress on trade bans for products including barley, wine, and beef.

Cardano is hosting worldwide workshops to discuss CIP-1694, a proposal to establish an on-chain decentralized governance mechanism for Cardano's Voltaire Era. The workshops will take place from May to July, with in-person events in over 20 locations and virtual workshops.

Haiti is at risk of famine due to political chaos and gang violence, with farmers being kidnapped. The Food Programme's director for Haiti, warns that the situation is extremely bad and that it is difficult to organize a peaceful election with a starving population.

Turkey's President Erdogan is facing a united opposition in Sunday's elections, with his main rival Kemal Kilicdaroglu slightly ahead in opinion polls. Kilicdaroglu has brought together allies from across the political spectrum.

Half a million people are being evacuated from south-eastern Bangladesh as Cyclone Mocha approaches, with winds of up to 170kph (106mph) and storm surges of up to 3.6m (12ft). The storm could hit the world's largest refugee camp, where close to a million people live in makeshift homes.