Belt

A belt is a flexible band, typically made of leather or other materials, worn around the waist to hold up trousers or skirts. It can also refer to a championship title awarded to the winner of a competitive match, such as in combat sports.

Why it’s in the news: It is in the news due to a championship fight in the UFC and its use as a metaphor in political and economic discussions.

Latest on Belt

• Is Trump losing the rust belt?
• China’s second Belt and Road may be built on AI
• 8 more firms from Belt and Road Initiative countries apply for IPOs in Hong Kong
• HKTDC’s Belt and Road Summit drives momentum
• Van dominates Pantoja to retain flyweight belt in UFC 331
• Hong Kong’s ethnic minority groups can play key role in belt and road, summit hears

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