The limits of economic sanctions on Russia
Their impact will grow over time but, meanwhile, there are ways for the economy to stay afloat.
Russia, Ukraine hint at progress, more talks
Previous rounds of talks have ended up focused mainly on humanitarian issues and agreed on ceasefires to supply towns and cities under siege by Russian forces have frequently…
Indian govt monitoring global energy markets following Ukraine crisis: Minister
Minister of State for Petroleum and Natural Gas Rameswar Teli said the government is ready to take all appropriate action, as deemed fit, for mitigating market volatility.
Jokowi raises alarm on domestic inflation amid Ukraine crisis
The government has upheld price limits on goods such as cooking oil, while subsidizing cooking gas and fuel; but Jokowi admitted that holding onto these prices was becoming…
Signs of optimism over Russia-Ukraine talks, but diplomatic path still bumpy
The Ukrainians are determined not to agree to a ceasefire unless they also have an agreement about the withdrawal of all Russian forces from their territory.
US warns China against helping Russia as anti-war protester disrupts state TV news
The West is weighing how to deal with any involvement from China, top global exporter and the No. 1 foreign supplier of goods to Americans.
Why India abstained when the world condemned Russia
The writer says upending the international order like Russia and its adversaries seek to do is not in India’s or anybody’s interest.
Russian invasion prompts search for alternative raw material sources
Material prices on international markets are rising, making it difficult for makers to switch suppliers.
Japanese aid groups struggling to provide support to Ukrainians
Unlike the regional conflicts in the past, aid groups are unable to enter Ukraine due to fierce fighting in various parts of the country, or to obtain information on which…
Ukraine war risks setting back recovery in South-east Asia’s $500m tourism industry
The sudden loss of the promising Russian market has come as a shock for many tourism players this year.