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.
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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.
The world’s giants and their temper tantrums
The writer laments: "The world is in the throes of a third world war and is currently being battered by another economic tailspin, because of the egomania, savagery, and amorality…
Vietnam, Russia step up cooperation in emergency response, firefighting
The Vietnamese Minister of Public Security and the Russian Minister of Emergency Situations have maintained close and fruitful cooperation in recent years.
China calls on UK to lift sanctions on Chinese companies
A Ministry of Commerce spokesperson said in a statement that the UK has repeatedly imposed sanctions on Chinese companies under the pretext of Russia-related issues.
Vietnamese party chief’s special envoy meets Russian President Putin, underscores reliable Vietnam–Russia relations
The Russian leader expressed confidence that under the leadership of the Communist Party of Vietnam, headed by General Secretary To Lam, Vietnam would successfully implement its…
118 Nepalis killed, 132 missing in four years of Russia–Ukraine war
A foreign recruitment drive offering lucrative salaries and fast-track citizenship has drawn hundreds of Nepali youth into conflict.