Golden Finance reports that on March 24, Philippine President Marcos announced a one-year nationwide energy emergency state to address energy issues caused by Middle East conflicts. Marcos announced the launch of "whole-of-government coordination" measures to ensure stable energy supply, support critical sectors such as transportation, agriculture, and small and medium-sized enterprises, and protect citizens from the impact of oil supply disruptions. (CCTV International News)
Jinse Finance reports that a poll on March 25 shows Trump's approval rating has dropped to 36%, marking the lowest level since his return to the White House. The main reasons are rising oil prices and dissatisfaction with the war against Iran, with only 25% approval for handling the cost of living issue. Although support remains relatively stable within the Republican Party, dissatisfaction with how the cost of living is being handled is rising.
Lombard and Bitwise Asset Management announced a collaboration at the New York Digital Assets Summit to launch a BTC collateral lending solution for institutions, combining DeFi lending with real-world assets. The plan is scheduled to launch in 2026, targeting coverage of $500 billion in BTC assets while mitigating multiple risks.
The U.S. 82nd Airborne Division's partial forces are expected to deploy to the Middle East on March 25, including ground combat units and command elements, prepared for rapid response within 18 hours. The White House stated that U.S. military operations against Iran remain ongoing.