Philippine President Marcos in Japan for Osaka Expo, business meetings
Malacanang announced the President’s departure in a press briefing on Thursday afternoon, forgoing the usual predeparture briefings reserved for his foreign trips.
Geopolitics
Will Philippines rejoin ICC? President Marcos ‘is open to it,’ says state palace official
On March 17, 2018, then President Rodrigo Duterte withdrew from the Rome Statute – the treaty that established the ICC. The withdrawal took effect after a year.
Revival of China-Pakistan-Afghanistan ties
In the evolving geopolitics where connectivity remains key, Afghanistan has remained central to South Asia and Central Asia connectivity.
Trade policy in the new South Korean administration
It is indeed lucky that the nation has at least a strong consensus on the trade front at this crucial juncture.
US President Trump’s invite to Pakistan army chief a blow to Indian diplomacy: Congress
Congress leader Jairam Ramesh questioned the rationale behind President Trump’s gesture, given General Asim Munir’s role in 'orchestrating inflammatory remarks' that preceded…
Thai PM Paetongtarn issues public apology over leaked conversation with Cambodian Senate president Hun Sen
She assured the public that her government remains united with the armed forces to defend Thailand’s territorial integrity.
Nippon Steel completes acquisition of U.S. Steel
The transaction came to about $14.1 billion, making it the largest investment Nippon Steel has ever made. U.S. Steel will be delisted from the New York Stock Exchange.
Israel hits nuclear sites, Iran strikes hospital as war escalates
The week-old air war escalated with no sign yet of an exit strategy from either side.
Japan PM Ishiba strives to bridge US-Europe divide; takes neutral stance
Avoiding rifts among G7 members is a top-priority for Japan, which as its only Asian member is pushing for its involvement in the Indo-Pacific region to be increased.
Expelled Afghans seek swift return to Pakistan
It’s hard to say how many Afghans have returned, as data is scarce. Government sources claim that hundreds of thousands of Afghans are already back and settled in Khyber…