Australia commits to increasing development assistance to Vietnam
The announcement was made by President of the Australian Senate Sue Lines during her talks with National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man in Hanoi on Sunday, Aug 25.
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PM Modi arrives in Kyiv in first-ever visit by an Indian Prime Minister
The visit came at the invitation of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. The two leaders are scheduled to have a restricted meeting to discuss key issues.
Indonesia President-elect Prabowo affirms friendship with Papua New Guinea after Australia visit
Papua New Guinea has in recent years been subject to influence from competing superpowers the United States and China. This, analysts say, makes PNG strategic for Indonesia to…
Malaysia as Asean chair to proactively engage, urge US, China to ease tensions
PM Anwar said he was thankful that Malaysia is the next Asean chair. He described the group as the "most cohesive sub-regional grouping in the world," with well-established…
Vietnam calls Paris appeal court’s ruling in Agent Orange case ‘very regrettable’
The Agent Orange case was filed by French-Vietnamese activist Tran To Nga, seeking justice for victims of the herbicides manufactured by 14 agrochemical companies for use by the…
India believes no problem can be solved on battlefield: PM Modi says in press meeting in Poland
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk meanwhile said India can play an essential, constructive role in resolving the Russia-Ukraine war.
Beijing, Moscow sign deals to strengthen cooperation
The multiple cooperation documents covered areas such as investment, education, science and technology, and cross-border cargo transportation, as the two neighbours vowed to…
India hopes for early end to Ukraine conflict: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday said he will share perspectives with Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on a peaceful resolution of the ongoing conflict in his nation…
Indonesia, Australia hail ‘vital’ defence agreement amid regional tensions
The new defense pact is “vital” for both nations, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said after a meeting with President-elect Prabowo on Tuesday, as it allowed their…
Philippines to process ‘limited number’ of Afghans seeking US visas
Under the deal, Washington will support “necessary services” including food, housing, security, medical, and transport during their stay in the country.