Ukraine war enters its most dangerous phase
Putin's decision to mobilise the country's reservists indicates not only Moscow's intention of doubling down on Ukraine but also his determination to risk a direct confrontation…
Geopolitics
Kishida meets with Harris in ‘funeral diplomacy’
The prime minister is scheduled to meet with leaders and top officials of more than 30 countries, as well as the heads of international organizations.
Japan to give $4.3 million to develop agricultural infrastructure for Rohingyas, host community
The contribution will help further the development of agricultural infrastructures such as irrigation systems, canal excavation, and new roads for the community in Cox's Bazar.
Wang Yi, Blinken meet amid tensions
Blinken said that US-China relations are currently in a difficult period, and it is in the common interests of both sides to bring bilateral relations back to a stable track.
Japan to hasten ‘counterattack capabilities’ review
According to Japan's defence ministry, North Korea has launched 29 ballistic missiles this year — a new annual record.
Indonesia warns of deepening conflict
Indonesia’s turn to speak at the assembly came just a day after the United States said it would act “decisively” against Russian threats to deploy its nuclear arsenal.
In uncertain world, S’pore can continue to be reliable, trusted node: DPM Wong
Singapore is friends with both the US and China, and has been encouraging both sides to keep open lines of communication, continuing to be a bastion for stability, he noted.
North Korea blames US for first-use nuclear doctrine
North Korea repeatedly clarified that it no longer seeks to discuss Korean Peninsula affairs with the Yoon Suk-yeol government.
US to give Pakistan $10 million for food security assistance: Blinken
The United States is Pakistan’s largest single country export market and one of the largest sources of foreign investment.
SCO manifests Indian strategic autonomy
India's main contribution toward the discussions at the SCO were focusing on development in the region and thus contributing to global development.