Philippine President Marcos to attend Pope Francis funeral
Pope Francis’ burial has been set for Saturday at 10 a.m. in St. Peter’s Square, where he also made his last appearance through an Easter Sunday blessing and a popemobile tour.
UK Indo-Pacific minister in Cambodia to boost ties, strengthen cooperation
According to the British embassy in Cambodia, the UK and Cambodia are collaborating to advance climate initiatives and promote sustainable development.
Singapore, Fiji lean on close ties to weather ‘increasingly turbulent’ world
PM Lawrence Wong said Singapore and Fiji would continue to deepen bilateral cooperation in areas like trade, investment and connectivity.
Vietnamese, Russian foreign ministers hold talks in Moscow
The ministers agreed upon promoting the role of the free trade agreement between Vietnam and the Eurasian Economic Union, focusing on implementing key projects and developing new…
Pakistan Foreign Office downplays US bill seeking sanctions on Pakistani officials
The proposed legislation calls for the imposition of sanctions on Pakistan’s army chief within 180 days if the country does not take steps to improve its human rights situation.
Vietnam, Canada sign framework on UN peacekeeping cooperation
The signing reaffirms Vietnam and Canada’s strong commitment to contributing to regional and global peace and stability.
Washington urged to stop falsely picturing Beijing as ‘threat’
Foreign Ministry spokesman Guo Jiakun said that Washington has been releasing "irresponsible and biased reports" to peddle the "China threat" narrative and stoke competition…
Budget cuts to Voice of America and Radio Free Asia draw cheers from Chinese state media
The United States Agency for Global Media is considered an arm for US diplomacy, and China has long complained that reports by its titles, particularly RFA and VOA, have…
Bhutan on US draft travel ban list, government requests review
A draft list circulating on social media and international news outlets suggests that Bhutan could face an entry ban or visa restrictions to the United States.
Bangladesh government reacts to US intelligence directors comments on country’s situation
The interim government's statement noted its "deep concern and distress" on the remarks made by DNI Tulsi Gabbard, where she alleged persecution and killing of religious…