Ukraine conflict: The US-China war of narratives
Who is to blame for the war in Ukraine? The Straits Times’ US Bureau Chief Nirmal Ghosh and China Bureau Chief Tan Dawn Wei look at the clashing narratives from Washington and…
Australia minister asks Solomon Islands not to sign China security pact
Officials from China and Solomon Islands have initialled but not yet signed a security pact that Australia and some Pacific islands neighbours have criticised as undermining…
Asean Foreign Ministers offer condolences to the people of Ukraine
The dignitaries also supported the UN Secretary-General's call to action to conduct an independent investigation of all alleged atrocities against innocent civilians of the…
Lawmakers demand Indonesian leadership as Ukraine crisis splits G-20
As the current president of the G-20, Indonesia has refused to follow the path of more advanced nations from the West in punishing Russia.
Why the US is targeting Putin’s daughters with sanctions
"We believe that many of Putin's assets are hidden with family members, and that's why we're targeting them," a senior US administration official said, speaking on condition of…
Personal Data Protection bill essential in achieving Indonesia’s agenda in G-20: Experts
Experts have pointed out that without strong data protection legislation in the country, Indonesia’s capacity to lead discussions on data flows may be limited.
Russia has withdrawn two-thirds of forces near Kyiv: US official
Over the weekend, Ukraine said its forces had seized back all areas around Kyiv, claiming complete control of the capital region for the first time since Russia launched the…
Putin’s popularity up since start of Ukraine conflict: Poll
The Russian government and its Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin also improved their approval ratings, the Levada poll showed.
Ukraine war heightens Asia’s security concerns: S’pore PM Lee
The crisis has also impaired the global multilateral system, a worrying development for a small nation like Singapore which depends on globalisation for its livelihood, he added.
Moscow, Beijing agreed to widen cooperation: Interfax
Interfax said cooperation included building up foreign policy coordination and speaking with one voice on global affairs.