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Fri, 24/04/2026 - 06:23
A pre-trial panel said that there were "substantial grounds" to believe that the 81-year-old was guilty of crimes against humanity linked to his violent "war on drugs."
Fri, 24/04/2026 - 02:32
The announcement was Washington's latest effort to combat Southeast Asia's multibillion-dollar online scamming industry.
Fri, 24/04/2026 - 00:14
The government of Sanae Takaichi may need to risk its political standing.
Thu, 23/04/2026 - 22:04
The state election results stand to impact border enforcement, trade flows, and water negotiations, as well as political messaging on both sides of the border.
Thu, 23/04/2026 - 20:59
As drones prove decisive in modern warfare, Kazakhstan is working to embed them in its military while slowly making a shift toward domestic production.
Thu, 23/04/2026 - 18:46
Kathmandu's new government was elected to right Nepal’s economic ship. It must now confront an external economic threat.
Thu, 23/04/2026 - 17:30
The EU’s tool – branded as a “last resort measure” – is being used for the first time to cut off export of certain high-tech goods to Kyrgyzstan.
Thu, 23/04/2026 - 16:36
Securing a national win at the expense of a coherent EU strategy would be a self-defeating gamble for Spain.
Thu, 23/04/2026 - 16:19
To fully understand its significance, we must situate the Cabinet decision within both its historical context and the evolving international environment.
Thu, 23/04/2026 - 15:53
Despite consistent chatter about the need for diversification, Ashgabat has struggled to reach customers other than China given infrastructure constraints.
Thu, 23/04/2026 - 15:39
Increased diplomatic clout made mediation possible, but the real motivation is the potential devastation the war could cause to Pakistan itself.
Thu, 23/04/2026 - 14:59
PLAN port visits within China itself are normalizing naval engagement at home and reinforcing political messaging.
Thu, 23/04/2026 - 14:43
Timor-Leste’s accession has created a rare opening for ASEAN to clarify whether it stands for anything more than procedural restraint.
Thu, 23/04/2026 - 14:17
For Asia, the disruption to energy markets and global trade is immediate and consequential.
Thu, 23/04/2026 - 07:03
Amid the current conflict in the Middle East, President Lee said that "the need for cooperation between our nations has grown even greater."
Thu, 23/04/2026 - 02:51
The Hormuz oil crisis has exacerbated a long-standing problem, heaping pressure on Prime Minister Anutin's government to address the ongoing “national oil heist.”
Thu, 23/04/2026 - 02:24
Whether or not it was serious, Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa's suggestion is a sign of how far the norm of freedom of peaceful navigation has been eroded by the Iran war.
Thu, 23/04/2026 - 00:40
The party's platform clings to the U.S. alliance while ignoring its own commitment to self-reliance and the opportunities of the Asia-Pacific.
Thu, 23/04/2026 - 00:20
As in 2025, Sara Duterte is accused of betraying public trust, misusing government funds, and plotting to assassinate the First Family.
Wed, 22/04/2026 - 19:41
India’s energy security hinges on breaking its dependence on fossil fuels.
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