Turkey and China Renew Currency Swap Agreement Amid Updated Exchange Rates
Turkey’s Central Bank has renewed its bilateral currency swap deal with the People’s Bank of China, revising the terms to…
Category: Asia
The Day the Great Wall Whispered My Name
I never expected a wall to change me. Not really. As a journalist, I’ve reported from places where walls divide…
Iran Escalates Nuclear Efforts Amid Fears of Israeli Strike During Talks
As US intelligence signals a possible Israeli strike, Iran ramps up military drills and begins construction of a third uranium…
Air India’s Turbulent Revival Faces Tragedy After Deadly Crash
Air India’s bold transformation under Tata Group suffers a major setback after a Boeing 787 crash in Ahmedabad kills over…
Thailand Prepares for ‘High-Level Operation’ Amid Rising Tensions with Cambodia
Thailand’s military has signaled readiness for a “high-level operation” in response to increasing tensions along the Cambodian border.
Modi Inaugurates Rail Link Connecting Kashmir Valley to Indian Mainland
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has inaugurated a strategic railway project in Indian-occupied Kashmir, marking a historic milestone by linking…
Hajj 2025: Over 1.67 Million Pilgrims Gather at Arafat, Move to Muzdalifah in Sacred Journey
On the 9th of Dul Hijjah, more than 1.67 million Hajj pilgrims congregated at Arafat, observing the most spiritually significant…
Xi Jinping Hails Belarus as “True Friend,” Urges Unity Against Western “Hegemony”
Chinese President Xi Jinping praised Belarusian leader Alexander Lukashenko during a meeting in Beijing, calling Belarus a “true friend” of…
Pakistan-Türkiye Friendship Celebrated Through Youth Art Competition in Islamabad
In a vibrant celebration of the enduring bond between Pakistan and Türkiye, an award ceremony was held at the Turkish…
UK Announces Sweeping Defence Overhaul to Tackle Emerging Threats
Britain has unveiled a major shift in its defence strategy, focusing on drones, cyber warfare, and digital capabilities to counter…
Russia Demands Major Concessions from Ukraine in Peace Talks
Russia has reportedly set strict conditions for ending the war, including Ukraine surrendering significant new territories and accepting restrictions on…
US Approves Syria’s Integration of Former Jihadist Rebels into National Army
The United States has endorsed a plan by Syria’s new leadership to integrate thousands of foreign jihadist ex-rebels into the…
Europe Pushes Back Against US Proposals at Shangri-La Dialogue
At the Shangri-La Dialogue security meeting in Singapore, longstanding US-China rivalry took a backseat as new tensions emerged between the…
Ukraine Hesitates on Peace Talks, US Senator Warns Russia of New Sanctions
Ukraine has held off on committing to another round of peace talks, demanding to first see Russia’s proposals.
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…
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…