PM Shehbaz arrives in Saudi Arabia for 3-day visit
PM Shehbaz also lauded the development the kingdom has achieved under the vision of the crown prince.
Geopolitics
Zelenskyy’s speech highlights Japan’s challenges in a changed world
The writer calls for a review of Japan's security policy in light of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
China-Solomons security agreement sends shockwaves across region
Although details about the agreement have not been revealed, it will likely enable China to deploy military and police personnel to the South Pacific Ocean country.
Zelenskyy asks South Korea for arms support
Denouncing Russian atrocities, the Ukrainian president asked Seoul to reconsider stance against arms support.
Philippines slams Chinese ship’s dangerous manoeuvering
The Philippine Coast Guard said the "close distance manoeuvering" by the Chinese Coast Guard vessel took place on March 2.
China warns Japan to refrain from military expansion
A Chinese Foreign Ministry official called on Tokyo to refrain from capitalizing on the Ukraine crisis to expand its military strength.
Zelenskyy wants to address Japanese Diet; Tokyo agrees
Both the ruling and opposition parties are agreeable. This will be the first time that an online or video address will be delivered during a Diet session.
Australia to build new $10 billion base for nuclear submarines
The announcement comes as Prime Minister Scott Morrison warned that the Ukraine war will "inevitably stretch" to the Indo-Pacific.
Shock in Asia following Russian invasion of Ukraine
Spiralling oil prices, volatility in markets, cyber security attacks and the likely consequences of sanctions on Russia, topped the list of worries.
Russia’s Putin announces military operation in Ukraine
Mr Putin claimed it is intended to protect civilians.