China’s rhetoric vs Philippine officials slammed by advocacy group
Their open letter echoes concerns earlier raised by senators over what they described as personal and undiplomatic rhetoric amid tensions in the West Philippine Sea.
South Korean Trade Minister Yeo Han-koo vows talks with US to resolve tariff issues
Trade Minister Yeo Han-koo's US visit comes after US President Trump announced that he will raise "reciprocal" tariffs and auto duties on Korea back to 25 percent, citing Seoul's…
Thai–Cambodian border committee meeting ends with no deal, no signing
Thailand's First Army Area said the secretariat meeting was unable to finalise a memorandum of agreement in line with the objectives of both sides, as there remain issues…
ASEAN must remain united to preserve regional peace: Singapore FM
The ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Retreat in Cebu, Philippines, highlighted ASEAN’s efforts to balance security concerns with economic priorities, as the bloc seeks to remain…
EU-India trade deal: Bangladeshi exporters to face tougher days
After it takes effect, the EU’s tariff on Indian apparel products will drop to zero from the existing 12 percent, potentially eroding a long-standing advantage enjoyed by Dhaka.
Vietnam, European Union upgrade ties to Comprehensive Strategic Partnership
The two sides committed to strengthening political trust through enhanced high-level exchanges, more effective use of existing cooperation mechanisms, the development of new…
Chinese President Xi, British PM Starmer envision growth of ties
PM Keir Starmer's four-day China visit is the first by a United Kingdom prime minister in eight years.
‘No consensus for now’ within ASEAN to recognise Myanmar elections, says group’s chair
ASEAN does not recognise Myanmar's recent election due to a lack of consensus, but some members are "looking into the outcome."
Bangladesh-Pakistan flights resume after 14 years
Addressing the inaugural ceremony, Bangladesh’s adviser for civil aviation and tourism underscored the importance of the Dhaka–Karachi route in “enhancing connectivity,…
India-EU free trade pact could squeeze Nepal’s garment exports as LDC graduation nears
Brussels said the agreement would support investment flows, improve access to European markets and deepen supply-chain integration.