Japan, Germany to launch high-level intergovernmental talks
The two countries intend to strengthen bilateral cooperation to realize a free and open Indo-Pacific and achieve other goals by holding intergovernmental consultations.
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China targets cosmetics makers amid fears of technology transfer
According to several sources, the authorities require cosmetic companies to register all the raw ingredients used in cosmetic products by the end of April 2023.
Opportunity for India to emerge world’s skill capital: Modi
He also highlighted that India was taking over the G-20 presidency and the responsibility came with a great opportunity to make the world aware of the country’s past experiences…
Washington to carry on working with Dhaka: Biden
Biden said his country acknowledges their enduring partnership with Dhaka and termed Bangladesh's economic growth as a "remarkable story"
ASEAN needs to look beyond Myanmar’s Five-Point Consensus
The writer says Asean must do something drastic soon in its dealing with Myanmar, or risk having the issue drag the entire group down.
China’s tiresome rhetoric
The paper says only if Beijing makes good on promises can both nations turn the page into the “new chapter” that Mr. Marcos has offered.
Pakistan needs a new Afghan policy which should not be based on appeasement or hostility
Most crucial is that bilateral engagement should be done through formal diplomatic, political, and strategic channels.
China-HK quarantine-free cross-border travel resumes after three years
Passengers travelling will not be subject to quarantine but would need to provide a negative Covid-19 test result taken within 48 hours
Japan, Britain to sign defence pact
The pact will set a legal framework for the activities of the Self-Defense Forces in the United Kingdom and British military personnel in Japan.
Marcos visit to test ‘how truthful’ China is to pledges: Analysts
An expert said most of the pledges in Marcos’ visit were “revivals and continuations of unfulfilled promises” from the previous administration of Rodrigo Duterte.