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Japan Faces Diplomatic Test as Putin Eyes International Stage

Japanese Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi held rare bilateral talks with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov on the sidelines of a G20 foreign ministers' meeting in Atlanta, Georgia, on October 30 and 31, raising questions about whether Russian President Vladimir Putin could return to major international summits and how Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi would respond to a possible encounter with…

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Spousal Open Work Permits in Canada: Who Qualifies in 2026 and What to Prepare

If your spouse or common-law partner studies or works in Canada, you may qualify for an open work permit. Eligibility depends on their specific program or work situation.

  • Spouses qualify for open work permits in 2026 if partner is student or worker.
  • Students must be in master's, doctoral, or specific professional degree programs.
  • Workers' eligibility depends on occupation's TEER category and specific rules.

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