Singapore, S. Korea agree on first digital trade deal between two Asian nations
The new rules and norms will allow digital infrastructure in both countries to exchange information and data.
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India steps up efforts to bypass Pakistan for trade with Afghanistan, Central Asia
India has stepped up attempts efforts to bypass Pakistan for trade with Afghanistan and Central Asia through the Chabahar Port in Iran.
Korea, Australia adopt joint statement on South China Sea
The joint statement said the two leaders underscored that disputes must be resolved peacefully and in accordance with international law.
Blinken hits out at China in key policy speech in Jakarta
The US Secretary of State Antony also shared plans to more closely integrate United States allies and security partners in Asia
Biden convenes more than 100 nations for world ‘democracy’ summit
China and Russia were pointedly left out, something they say is stoking an ideological "rift".
India, Russia ink four defence pacts
The agreements were signed at the 20th meeting of the India-Russia Inter-Governmental Commission on Military and Military-Technical Cooperation.
Wang Yi urges China-India mutual understanding
He also underscored the importance of helping each other succeed, instead of undercutting each other.
Covid-19 curbs China’s power in Indo-Pacific, risks of war ‘significant’: Report
The impact of the pandemic has undermined the overall region’s prosperity, weakening China’s comprehensive power.
Indo-Pacific gets crowded as Russia, Asean hold naval drills
Russia’s newfound interest in Southeast Asia follows a whirlwind of diplomatic engagement from other regional actors, most prominently the US and China
Indonesia wants ‘just world order’
Indonesia President Joko Widodo said the 2022 program will focus on inclusive healthcare and the transition to sustainable energy.