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Seoul optimistic most South Korean vessels will clear Hormuz within days

A Foreign Ministry official said on condition of anonymity Thursday that vessel movements through the strait are proceeding normally and that the issue appears to be moving toward…

  • Published: June 26, 20269:53 am
  • Author Jung Min-kyung
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Malaysian government seeks Oslo’s help to mediate with missile supplier

In May, Mohamed Khaled said Malaysia would proceed with legal action against the Norway-based naval strike missiles (NSM) supplier for failing to deliver the missile system,…

  • Published: June 26, 20268:40 am
  • Author Farik Zolkepli
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Philippines strengthens farm trade with Egypt, Laos

The Department of Agriculture said the expanded agricultural cooperation between Manila and Cairo involves fertilizer imports and tuna exports.

  • Published: June 25, 20261:39 pm
  • Author Jordeene B. Lagare
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US promises to protect Gulf states’ interests in Iran talks

During a visit to Kuwait City, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Washington would be on the same page as Gulf states as it wrangles with Iran over a permanent settlement to…

  • Published: June 25, 202612:41 pm
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China, Africa forge deeper ties

African experts say the evolution of China-Africa ties offers valuable experience for South-South cooperation and Africa's pursuit of modernisation, while creating new…

  • Published: June 24, 202612:36 pm
  • Author Sharon Nakola
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US, Iran at odds on nuclear inspections, frozen assets in deal to end war

Tehran and Washington disagree on terms, raising questions about peace deal.

  • Published: June 24, 202612:28 pm
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Pakistan deputy PM Dar says US-Iran talks in Switzerland could have happened earlier

In an exclusive interview with Al Arabiya, which was recorded before the talks began, Deputy Prime Minister Dar said, “The parlays starting in Switzerland could have started a…

  • Published: June 24, 20269:11 am
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Seoul seeks swift transfer of captured North Korean soldiers from Ukraine

A senior Foreign Ministry official said Seoul and Kyiv have already reached a "basic understanding" on the matter and expressed hope that progress could be made during Ukrainian…

  • Published: June 23, 202612:17 pm
  • Author Jung Min-kyung
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2 South Korean-linked vessels clear Strait of Hormuz after US-Iran deal

The Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries said the vessels that had been waiting near the strait successfully made their way through it and are now continuing their course.

  • Published: June 23, 20269:35 am
  • Author Jung Min-kyung
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Government, EU and partners launch project to reduce plastic waste in Laos

Over the next four years, the project will support more than 21,656 consumers and 12,800 young people in adopting sustainable practices, while helping 30 micro, small and…

  • Published: June 23, 20269:20 am
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