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Irish Prime Minister Leo Varadkar says that while the European Union is in a strong position for talks with the UK on post-Brexit relations, it is possible to find a "mutually beneficial" agreement, during a visit from EU Brexit negotiator Michel Barnier. SOUNDBITE
At this year's Caravan Salon in Düsseldorf, visitors will travel into the future with Mercedes-Benz Vans. In Hall 16 (Stand D18-01, D18-02), the brand with the star is presenting forward-looking ideas in the camper van segment, from emission-free powertrains to intelligent connectivity solutions. Another highlight at the Mercedes-Benz stand will be the first camper vans based on the new Sprinter from HYMER and La Strada. They will celebrate their trade fair debut in Düsseldorf.
Leaders of Group of Seven (G7) industrialised nations take a group photo and discuss issues on trade in the first round table meeting. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).
The European Union proposes extending tariff-free entry for Ukrainian farm products for a year from June, but with "safeguards" to stop cheaper imports flooding the market at the expense of Europe's own farmers. SOUNDBITE
Bangladesh's Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Monday dismissed opposition criticism of the country's general election as "illegitimate" as she celebrated securing her fifth term in power. "The election was free and fair" she told reporters, in her first comments since the vote on Sunday, insisting that "those who want to criticise can criticise". SOUNDBITE
Foreign leaders, including Russian President Vladimir Putin, pose during a family photo ahead of the opening ceremony of the Belt and Road forum in Beijing. IMAGES