Hamas Proposes Hostage Swap for Palestinian Prisoners in Ceasefire Bid
Hamas has responded to international calls for a ceasefire by proposing to release hostages in exchange for the release of…
Category: Asia
BYD: Driving the Future of Innovation – Is the Auto Industry Ready?
In this opinion piece, I share my firsthand experience at BYD’s headquarters in Shenzhen, China, where the company is revolutionizing…
PM Anwar Accused of Nepotism as Daughter Challenges for Key PKR Leadership Role
Malaysia’s ruling party, Parti Keadilan Rakyat (PKR), faces internal upheaval as Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s daughter launches a bid to…
Turkey Engages in Nuclear Plant Discussions with Candu Energy and Other Firms
Turkey is in negotiations with Canada’s Candu Energy and several other companies to construct its second and third nuclear power…
EU Lifts Sanctions on Syria, Reviews Pact with Israel
In a significant diplomatic development, the European Union (EU) has agreed to lift its economic sanctions on Syria, as confirmed…
China Cracks Down on Official Spending as Xi Revives Frugality Campaign Amid Fiscal Strain
In a renewed push to curb government extravagance, China’s Communist Party has issued strict new directives ordering officials to rein…
Indonesia Expands Pertamina Corruption Probe to Singapore-Based Trading Firms
The Indonesian Attorney General’s Office has reached out to multiple trading firms in Singapore as part of an ongoing corruption…
South Korean Presidential Candidates Clash in First Televised Debate
In a tense and closely watched exchange, frontrunner Lee and rival candidate Kim faced off in the first of three…
Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar to Visit China Amid Regional Tensions
Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar is set to depart for China today, following recent escalations between Pakistan and India.
Multiple Arrested in India Over Alleged Pakistan Links and Military Remarks
Authorities in India have detained several individuals across Haryana, Punjab, and Delhi — including a travel vlogger and a university…
PM Shehbaz Speaks with President Pezeshkian as Pak Military Hails Tehran’s Diplomacy
Pakistani PM Shehbaz Sharif and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian held a high-level phone call, reaffirming their countries’ strategic partnership and…
EU Preparing New Sanctions to Ramp Up Pressure on Russia
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced that the EU is developing a new sanctions package targeting Russia, aiming…
Trump Concludes Gulf Tour with AI and Energy Deals in UAE
On the final stop of his Gulf tour, President Donald Trump announced new agreements between the U.S. and the UAE,…
US Reportedly Developing Plan to Relocate 1 Million Palestinians from Gaza to Libya
According to NBC News, the Trump administration is formulating a controversial plan to permanently move up to one million Palestinians…
Syria Shifts Currency Printing to UAE and Germany, Ending Reliance on Russia
Syria plans to print its newly designed currency in the United Arab Emirates and Germany, ending its longstanding reliance on…
Indus Waters Treaty Under Strain as India Plans Major Canal Expansion
India is weighing a controversial plan to divert more water from the Indus River system—vital for Pakistan’s agriculture—as part of…
Pakistan’s Growing Role in SCO Economic Cooperation: Ministerial Talks Shape Future
Pakistan’s economic collaboration with the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) is set to grow, with discussions on trade, infrastructure, and digital…
Seafood, Students & Soft Power, Pakistan-Thailand Relaunch Strategic Engagement
In a high-level briefing at Pakistan’s Parliament, lawmakers and diplomats mapped a new roadmap for boosting ties with Thailand —…
Inside Inner Mongolia: Where China’s Future Meets Its Frontier Spirit
Day 2 of the Travelogue of China tour showcased Inner Mongolia’s striking blend of ancient heritage and cutting-edge innovation, from…
China Issues First Rare Earth Magnet Export Permits; Volkswagen Suppliers Included
Beijing has granted export permits to at least four rare earth magnet producers, including suppliers to German automaker Volkswagen, marking…
US and Saudi Arabia Finalize $142 Billion Arms Deal During Trump Visit
During President Donald Trump’s visit to Riyadh, the United States and Saudi Arabia agreed to a landmark $142 billion weapons…
Freed Israeli-American Hostage Exits Gaza Amid Humanitarian Crisis, Israel says no ceasefire
An Israeli-American hostage was released by Hamas and returned to Israel during a brief halt in Gaza fighting, but Israeli…