India in ‘wait-and-watch’ mode on US sanctions against Russian crude
India diversifies energy sources from Middle East and US amid sanctions, but rising crude prices could cause inflation and budget issues.
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South Korea, US agree on trade deal details at Lee-Trump summit in Gyeongju
South Korea to invest $350 billion in the US, with investment ceiling set at $20 billion a year. Details of the investment finalized to cut tariffs on South Korean imports to 15%.
Japan PM Takaichi, US President Trump off to good diplomatic start
The two leaders shared memories of former prime minister Shinzo Abe, whom PM Takaichi regarded as a political mentor. President Trump still fondly remembers the late Abe, often…
Rare earth deal tied to US President Trump’s tariff cuts; government insists Thailand not legally bound
Ekniti Nitithanprapas, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, clarified that the document is not a legally binding agreement, but rather a mutual understanding to enhance…
APEC 2025: South Korea’s Gyeongju boils with rallies welcoming, rejecting US President Trump
Over 19,000 officers, 181 motorcycles and 156 patrol cars were deployed across key sites, including major tourist areas, all designated as “special security zones.”…
Still uncertain how Pyongyang will respond to US President Trump’s offer: minister
As the APEC summit approaches, speculation over a possible Kim-Trump summit has been growing. The US president has repeatedly expressed his willingness to meet Kim, saying he…
Thai PM Anutin says no concern over China’s stance following rare earths deal with US
PM Anutin explained that the MOU was intended as a preparatory framework in case commercially viable rare earth deposits were found in Thailand in the future.
US President Trump says seven ‘brand new, beautiful planes’ shot down during Pakistan-India war
In the immediate aftermath of the conflict, Pakistan said it took down six Indian fighter jets during the conflict, including the French-made Rafale. New Delhi acknowledged…
Decision on sending troops for Gaza peace force ‘in process, has to be finalised’: Pakistan Defence Minister
A cornerstone of the US-brokered Gaza Peace Agreement is the establishment of the International Stabilisation Force, composed mainly of troops from Muslim-majority countries.…
Prime Minister Takaichi, President Trump share hopes for ‘New Golden Age’ in Japan-U.S. alliance at summit in Tokyo
During the meeting, TPM akaichi conveyed Japan’s resolve to enhance its defence capabilities.