NPT members call for North Korea’s ‘concrete measures’ to abandon nukes in draft final declaration
North Korea’s nuclear buildup was raised as one of the key regional issues in the 34-page declaration.
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S’pore’s repeal of anti-gay law a step forward for LGBT groups in Asia, say activists
Post-decriminalisation, discussions have moved to complex issues such as same-sex unions and marriage, adoption rights and anti-discrimination laws.
Pakistan rejects India’s ‘purported closure’ of inquiry into missile accidentally fired into country
The BrahMos missile was fired earlier this year, prompting Pakistan to seek answers from New Delhi on the safety mechanisms in place to prevent accidental launches.
South Korea, China at crossroads as they mark 30th year of relations
South Korea now stands at a critical juncture to decide the fate of bilateral relations going forward amid intensifying Sino-US rivalry and China’s rapid economic growth.
North Korea human rights initiatives return under Yoon
However, the ruling People Power Party and the main opposition Democratic Party are clashing over the push for the revival of these initiatives.
South Korean anti-China sentiment at its peak: Survey
Some of the major issues triggering anti-China sentiment include the clash over the traditional South Korean food kimchi.
Chinese foreign ministry slams US envoy over Pelosi’s visit
The US envoy had said that China overreacted to Pelosi's visit, describing China's response as "a manufactured crisis".
North Korea denounces Yoon’s initiative to mend South Korea-Japan ties
A North Korean propaganda media dismissed the Yoon government’s plan to dispatch a delegation of condolences to Japan as “making a fuss to curry favour with Japan.”
Thailand, Malaysia plan rail network to connect four Asean countries, China
According to reports, Malaysia has agreed with Thailand’s idea of setting up a joint working panel to discuss a network linking China, Laos, Thailand, Malaysia and Singapore.
US, Taiwan push to deepen trade ties amid China tensions
The first round of trade talks is set to take place early this autumn, US officials said.