Rejected by New Zealand, pregnant reporter turns to Taliban for help
Her home country has prevented her from returning due to a bottleneck of people in its coronavirus quarantine system.
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Hong Kong economy snaps two-year decline, grows 6.4% in 2021
Hong Kong’s GDP expanded by 4.8 percent year-on-year in the fourth quarter of 2021, representing a further recovery.
North Korea confirms missile tests as Kim Jong-un visits munitions factory
The confirmation comes after S. Korean military said Pyongyang fired what appeared to be two missiles off its East Coast.
Modi expresses concern over Afghanistan; calls for India-Central Asia cooperation
He also pointed out that India has close relations with Central Asian countries at the bilateral level.
Japan, US join hands on nuclear reactor project despite differing goals
Development of a fast reactor has been a long-held ambition of Japan’s nuclear power policy.
Cambodia’s Hun Sen to Myanmar chief: Heed five point consensus
Myanmar leader Min Aung Hlaing reassured Hun Sen that Myanmar is committed to working with Cambodia to ensure a successful year.
Chinese military prepared for provocations during Olympic Games
A spokesman also said China will work with all parties to deliver a "simple, safe, and splendid" Games.
North Korea fires two apparent short-range ballistic missiles toward East Sea
The launches mark North Korea’s sixth round of weapon tests already this year.
Hun Sen urges Myanmar junta chief to allow aid, envoy visit
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Seoul faces conundrum over option of North Korea preemptive strike
North Korea’s mounting threats increase necessity of preemptive plan amidst debate.