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Japan PM heckled at World War II memorial

TOKYO - Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi was heckled at a World War II memorial event by protesters angry about Tokyo's further shift away from its decades-long pacifist stance, television footage showed.

Bangkok Post · Jun 24

North Korea's Kim claims progress on nuclear-armed navy as new warship is placed into service

North Korea has commissioned a 5,000-ton destroyer that leader Kim Jong Un touts as a symbol of the country’s growing naval and nuclear capabilities, state media reported Wednesday

The Independent UK · Jun 24

'We are very, very close': US Deputy Assistant Secretary on India-US trade deal

India and the US are nearing a significant trade agreement, with Washington expressing optimism about concluding the deal soon. This historic pact aims to open India's vast market to American goods on mutually beneficial terms, supporting the "Mission 500" goal of $500 billion in bilateral trade by 2030. Recent trade…

The Economic Times · Jun 24

Tanks on streets of Taiwan as military drills launched in show of strength to Beijing

Combat readiness exercises designed to test how quickly military can mobilise to counter possible escalation of Chinese ’grey zone’ activities

The Independent UK · Jun 23

North Korea's Kim vows to accelerate military buildup: KCNA

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un vowed to accelerate the country's military buildup at a party meeting, state media reported Tuesday, citing military modernisation efforts by South Korea and the United States in the region. In the face of such developments, it was the "steadfast stand" of the North to…

The Economic Times · Jun 23

Chinese residents in Japan fear tighter visa rules could force departures

KYODO — Chinese residents who moved to Japan seeking greater freedom are increasingly concerned that tighter visa rules could force some of them to leave, with critics warning the changes risk driving away people who have become an important bridge between Japan and China.

Bangkok Post · Jun 23

US no longer viewed as Australia's most important ally

A majority of Australians believe the nation's relationship with the United States has been superseded by ties with another world power, polling suggests.

AAP · Jun 22

The resilience of Thai-Russian relations

To truly grasp Thailand's current relationship with Russia, one must understand the core tenets of Thai diplomacy. In Thai foreign policy, fostering friendships, minimising enemies, and preserving room for strategic adjustment are enduring virtues. The bilateral bond between the two nations -- which will celebrate its 130th anniversary next year…

Bangkok Post · Jun 22

China Strikes Back at U.S. Sanctions With New Export Ban Targeting Defense Firms

China's Ministry of Commerce announced that 10 U.S. companies, including Lockheed Martin, General Dynamics, and rare Earth producers, would be prohibited from receiving Chinese dual-use goods.

International Business Times · Jun 22

India seeks tariff advantage over peers in push to finalise US trade deal

India's trade minister, Piyush Goyal, revealed on Monday that a trade agreement with the United States is experiencing delays. The primary hurdle, he explained, is the existing 50% tariff imposed on Indian goods. New Delhi is actively seeking preferential market access through this pact, a key objective for the nation's…

The Economic Times · Jun 22