Philippines, Japan elevating ties toward ‘highest-tier’: President Marcos
The Philippines has established “comprehensive strategic partnerships” only with Vietnam and ASEAN, while holding “standard strategic partnerships” with Japan, Australia,…
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China President Xi hails ‘unbreakable’ ties, praises Pakistan’s role in Iran peace efforts as he meets PM Shehbaz
PM Shehbaz landed in China on Saturday on a four-day official visit, reaching Beijing yesterday after making a stop in Hangzhou.
North Korea women’s soccer team wins AFC women’s title on South Korean soil
Naegohyang’s victory raises questions over whether the club can receive prize under UN sanctions.
Chinese ship leaves after tense stand-off near Taiwan-controlled Pratas Islands
China claims democratically governed Taiwan as its own territory, a position the government in Taipei rejects. Beijing has pressured Taiwan by increasing its military presence…
PM Shehbaz lauds ‘steadfast’ Pakistan-China friendship, says Beijing supported Islamabad in ‘unwavering fashion’
The premier was addressing a ceremony in Islamabad to mark the 75th anniversary of Pakistan–China diplomatic relations.
How athletes have helped bridge the inter-Korean divide
Athletic events have historically served as rare channels of engagement between the two Koreas, which remain technically at war because the 1950-53 Korean War ended in an…
Japan PM Takaichi gifts eyeglass frames to South Korean President Lee before returning from South Korea
The frames were made in Sabae, Fukui Prefecture, a thriving center of eyewear manufacturing.
South Korea, US to launch nuclear sub working groups
The move marks the clearest sign yet that the allies are accelerating the implementation of agreements reached during last year’s summit between President Lee Jae Myung and US…
US President Trump says he will speak with Taiwan counterpart Lai
Mr Trump’s openness to a conversation comes after his trip to China last week, which the US president on May 20 touted as “amazing”.
Japan Prime Minister Takaichi, South Korea President Lee hail historic milestone in bilateral cooperation
During their meeting, the two leaders also discussed the outcomes of the U.S.-China summit held last week.