Indian EAM Jaishankar meets Sri Lankan PM Amarasuriya; she hails India’s support during economic crisis
EAM Jaishankar said they discussed India’s continued support to Sri Lanka and ways to strengthen cooperation in education and capacity building.
Geopolitics
Setting the benchmark higher for ASEAN
Malaysia has proven its ability to walk and balance the delicate path of non-alignment, the writer says.
The Gen Z revolt
Youth-led protests reflect anger at the abuse of power, corruption, nepotism and inequality, says the writer.
Gyeongju’s moment: Key developments to watch at APEC 2025
With the United States, China, Japan and other regional powers in attendance, the forum is expected to move beyond economic dialogue and serve as a testing ground for strategic…
South Korean President Lee, US counterpart Trump summit nears, but tariff agreement still unlikely
Seoul and Washington tentatively reached a trade agreement on July 31, with Seoul agreeing to invest $350 billion in the US and have tariff rates significantly reduced for South…
Dhaka, Islamabad discuss trade, connectivity in first joint economic meeting since 2005
Bangladesh and Pakistan yesterday agreed to expand economic cooperation by exploring new trade opportunities and enhancing direct connectivity through shipping links and air…
Moviegoers in China demand refunds after watching Chinese film ‘731’ depicting imperial Japanese army unit
Some on social media in China have also posted comments such as “Give me back my money” and “The movie was garbage.”
PM Anutin denies plan to reopen Thai-Cambodian border next month
The Prime Minister says all four conditions in the peace accord must be fulfilled first.
China and ASEAN, hit by US tariffs, sign upgraded free trade pact
The 11-member Association of Southeast Asian Nations is China's largest trading partner, with bilateral trade totaling US$771 billion last year, according to ASEAN statistics.
Cambodia, South Korea announce plans for anti-fraud joint task force
The move follows a recent collaboration between Cambodian authorities and their South Korean counterparts in suppressing online fraud and rescuing South Korean victims in…