Bangladesh not in any Chinese debt trap: Chinese envoy
Debt trap is being widely discussed as Sri Lanka is facing a serious financial crisis. One of the factors that led to the situation in Sri Lanka is its massive debt burden.
Geopolitics
South Korea should seek for balance between US, China: Experts
China is South Korea’s biggest trading partner, while the US is South Korea’s key military ally.
South China Sea a common home and shared future
The writer says China and Asean member states have worked quite well on promoting maritime cooperation for many years.
French support for Ukraine questioned with Macron’s proposal for new ‘political community’
Mr Macron deserves credit for starting the debate about Ukraine's future European arrangements, but he will earn few praises for what he proposes.
Biden seeks to keep China in focus by welcoming Asean leaders
It will be the first time leaders of Asean gather as a group at the White House, with up to eight leaders expected at the meeting.
Marcos as Philippine president a boon for China, but may be awkward for US
The Philippines is a fulcrum of the geopolitical rivalry between the US and China, with its maritime territory encompassing part of the South China Sea.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh arrives in US, starting seven-day visit
During the trip, PM Chinh will participate in activities within the framework of the Special ASEAN-US Summit, have bilateral meetings with leaders, and hold working sessions with…
Jokowi arrives in US for Asean summit with Biden
The Indo-Pacific Economic Framework, which Biden first proposed last year, is expected to be broached at the US-ASEAN summit.
US committed to helping Vietnam realise its COP26 goals: Ambassador
The ambassador also said the US is working closely with Vietnam as they develop the vision of the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework.
South Korea new President calls on North to trade nukes for aid
Analysts say, however, North Korea has long made it clear it will not trade nukes for aid.