Caught between devil and troubled waters for fishermen hit by X-Press Pearl disaster
With the enforcement of the fishing ban, the fishing community suffered several shocks overnight.
Washington risks causing explosive spark by crossing redline on Taiwan
Speculation over whether US President Joe Biden's latest remarks on Taiwan were a "gaffe" or not, strengthens China's resolve to safeguard its territorial integrity.
Japan slowly develops a taste for sheep meat
It might be difficult to find a country that consumes as little sheep meat as Japan does, the reasons for which are historical. But that is now changing.
The long impasse between Pakistan and India
There has recently been working-level diplomatic engagement on practical issues such as civilian prisoners, but this does not presage movement towards a dialogue on issues or…
China and the next Philippine President
China has been able to advance its presence here with mere tokens of complaint from the Duterte administration.
China’s 50 years in UN: Epitomising advocacy of multilateralism towards sustainable peace
During the past 50 years, China has kept its solemn commitment to the UN Charter, and made important contributions to the development of the UN.
Carbon border adjustment, a new tool to reach carbon neutrality
If the European Commission's proposal for a carbon border adjustment mechanism is implemented, imports of carbon-intensive products will be subject to a carbon levy.
The US and Southeast Asia: Deepening partnerships and tackling shared challenges
Today, the US-Asean Strategic Partnership underscores our vitally important cooperation on everything from public health and human capital development to economic recovery and…
Sri Lanka’s push for 100% organic agriculture could end up as a national disaster
Five months after the decision was announced, the entire agriculture sector is in a crisis.
IMF revises down Asia economy growth forecast to 6.5%
Noting that Asia-Pacific remains the fastest growing region in the world, IMF said as vaccination rates accelerate, the region is expected to grow by 4.9 percent in 2022.