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South Africa has hit back at new US visa restrictions targeting certain foreign nationals linked to the country's domestic policies, accusing Washington of misrepresenting its laws and demanding respect for its sovereignty.

Bangkok, the world’s most visited city, is at the centre of Thailand’s new visa rules, which cut visa-free stays for citizens from the US, Canada, South Africa and Mauritius, while Moroccans must now get a visa before travelling.

Bill Gates says rising vaccine scepticism in wealthy countries has made the global eradication of measles unattainable for now, removing the goal from his foundation’s priorities even as children in poorer countries continue to suffer most of the deaths.

A disruption to Middle Eastern exports has removed approximately 36 million tonnes of liquefied natural gas from the global market, creating a rare opening for African producers as buyers search for supplies outside the Gulf.

Hopes for a common BRICS currency have been put on hold for now, with the bloc instead pushing ahead with plans to settle more trade and investment in members’ local currencies.