Concerns loom over Japan-U.S. tariff talks
Disagreements have remained regarding the United States imposing tariffs on Japanese automobiles.
Geopolitics
Bangladesh-US tariff talks: First day ends without major decision
A follow-up meeting is scheduled for July 8, and Bangladeshi officials remain hopeful that a breakthrough may be reached by then.
Afghan refugees stuck in Pakistan as Germany halts entry programme
The situation echoes that of nearly 1,660 Afghans cleared to settle in the United States, but who then found themselves in limbo in January after US President Donald Trump took…
War between China, US inconceivable and avoidable, says top Chinese official
The strategic rivalry between the US and China has intensified in recent years, especially after Mr Trump. Competition spans from trade and technology to security and ideology.
India says successor to 14th Dalai Lama can only be chosen by established conventions
Minority Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju said the decision regarding his successor lies solely with the Tibetan spiritual leader.
Trade negotiation results with the US are positive for Vietnam: experts
The agreed upon 20 percent tariff rate is down significantly from the 46 percent in the original reciprocal tariff plan announced on April 2, 2025.
Baht bills banned: Electricity Authority of Cambodia orders halt to Thai currency billing on border
Military conflicts triggered by Thai troops and threats from Thai extremist groups, who proposed cutting off electricity and internet services to Cambodia, prompted the Cambodian…
OIC calls on member states to aid Philippines’ autonomous Muslim region
The OIC cited the need “to strengthen the educational system, particularly through sending teachers to contribute to the education of the children belonging to Muslim…
Malaysia may recruit up to 40,000 Bangladeshi workers next year
"If I send workers through the existing syndicate, I'll be accused of being a part of it. But if I don't send anyone, 40,000 workers will miss out, and Malaysia will remember…
Pakistan air chief meets US senior military, political leadership in landmark visit
Field Marshal Asim Munir became the first serving chief of army staff to have a face-to-face meeting with a sitting US president when he met Donald Trump for talks at the White…