Chinese navy ship visits Da Nang
The visit is expected to help consolidate the friendship between Vietnam and China, and in particular, the relationship between their naval forces.
Geopolitics
Japan to delay seeking election to nonpermanent UN Security Council seat
By relinquishing its chance to become a council member again in the near future, Japan hopes to deepen its cooperation with emerging and developing countries collectively known as…
US rejects purchase bid, says F-35 fighter jets too sophisticated for Thailand
The Royal Thai Air Force has been pushing to buy two F-35 aircraft for 7.38 billion baht to replace its fleet of ageing F-16 fighter jets.
Cambodia PM warns of international election interference
According to the prime minister, some diplomats have released statements in the run-up to the July 23 election – a move he deems to be an attempt to interfere in Cambodia’s…
PM Modi enjoys rock-star greeting in Sydney as India and Australia draw closer
In recent decades, India has been the largest source of permanent immigrants for Australia, ahead of China and Britain.
G-7 sanctions on Russia may hit India’s diamond hub
Nine in 10 of the world’s diamonds are cut and polished in this bustling town in the western state of Gujarat.
Seoul reviews sending aid, de-mining vehicles to Ukraine
Ukraine has reportedly asked to provide mine clearance equipment, emergency transport vehicles, armoured ambulances, among others.
Loosen the strict conditions for South Koreans in Malaysia: South Korean ambassador
He stressed that Koreans were fond of Malaysia as it was a good place to do business, to live and to educate their children.
Superstar Ram Charan steals the show at side event of G-20 meet in Srinagar
As many as 122 G-20 delegates, accompanied by Tourism Minister G Kishan Reddy, were given a traditional welcome as they reached the Srinagar Airport from Delhi by a chartered…
Taiwan excluded from WHO annual assembly following Chinese opposition
Taiwan condemned the WHO decision, saying it was “contemptible” of China to block its participation in global bodies and that Beijing had no right to speak for the island.