Vietnam, Russia vow to expand cooperation in counter-terrorism efforts
General Viktor Zolotov congratulated Vietnam on the successful 14th National Party Congress and the first session of the 16th National Assembly.
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Ambassadors from about 30 NATO nations to visit Japan in mid-April, expected to discuss Russia, China
Arrangements are being made for them to meet with Japanese Cabinet minister-level officials during their visit.
China, Russia veto UN resolution to reopen Strait of Hormuz
The draft resolution prepared by Bahrain, which underwent six revisions during negotiations to bridge differences among council members, received 11 votes in favour, two against…
China, Russia call for ceasefire as Strait of Hormuz concerns grow
China has consistently advocated resolving international and regional hotspot issues through dialogue and negotiation, Foreign Minister Wang Yi said.
Mongolia excluded from Russian gasoline ban
Alexander Novak, Deputy Prime Minister of the Russian Federation, has officially announced a complete ban on the export of gasoline from Russia beginning April 1, 2026.
North Korean workers in Russia endure abuse, near-zero pay: report
All 11 International Labour Organisation indicators for forced labour were identified in testimonies by North Koreans working in Russia.
Family of Nepali youth killed in Ukraine war seeks repatriation of remains
The youth remained in regular contact with his family during his initial training period, but his last communication was on November 26, 2023.
Vietnam, Russia agree to deepen energy cooperation, advance nuclear power project
The two leaders agreed to explore expanding cooperation in new, clean and renewable energy, contributing to green transition and sustainable development.
As India ramps up Russian oil imports, China-bound tankers change course mid-voyage
At least seven tankers have changed course towards India as refiners rapidly increase Russian oil purchases amid supply concerns linked to Middle East tensions.
The calculus behind Pyongyang’s support for Tehran
Backing reflects Pyongyang’s hardened nuclear survival doctrine and its alignment with Moscow’s push for a multipolar order.