- September 17th, 2025
In a pivotal vote scheduled for Monday afternoon, Japan’s parliament is expected to re-elect Shigeru Ishiba as prime minister, even as the political landscape appears increasingly complex following a recent election setback. Ishiba’s Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) and coalition partner...
Beijing’s Economic Revitalization Plans Fail to Bolster Iron Ore, Highlighting Weak Demand and Ample Supply Iron ore prices slid closer to $100 per ton, reflecting investor disappointment over China’s recent economic measures. Despite anticipation for stronger support, Beijing's latest debt-swap...
Vietnam’s government has taken a decisive stand against two of China’s largest online retail platforms, Shein and Temu, declaring that it will block both platforms’ domains and apps within the country if they do not officially register their operations with...
Asian markets fell sharply at the start of the week after China’s latest financial measures to manage local government debt left investors skeptical about their effectiveness. The proposed 10 trillion yuan ($1.4 trillion) debt swap program aimed at mitigating regional...
This year’s Exercise Trident, the flagship military training event jointly conducted by Singapore and Australia, has escalated in scale and complexity. For the first time, the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) and the Australian Defence Force (ADF) will undertake dual-terrain operations...
Amid Ongoing Human Rights Controversies, Afghan Officials Hope for Progress in Addressing Climate Crisis Challenges In a rare diplomatic move since taking power in 2021, Afghan Taliban officials are set to attend the United Nations’ COP29 climate summit in Baku,...
India and Russia have solidified their strategic defense alliance with a recent agreement to co-develop the Pantsir S-1, a sophisticated short-range air defense system capable of neutralizing aerial threats. This defense collaboration signifies a strengthening of ties amid India’s efforts...
North Korean Missile Wreckage Unveils Secret Use of Western-Made Components, Sparking Global Concern
North Korea has reportedly used components from Western manufacturers in producing missiles that Russia deployed against Ukraine in early September, according to a new report by an independent Ukrainian investigative body. The report, which has intensified discussions about the effectiveness...
As the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) region becomes increasingly intertwined with global value chains (GVCs), it faces heightened vulnerabilities amid rising global security concerns. With an economy deeply embedded in international trade, ASEAN is uniquely exposed to the...
Taiwan's Ministry of Defense confirmed today the arrival of the first batch of U.S.-made Army Tactical Missile System (ATACMS) missiles, marking a substantial milestone in Taiwan’s defense strategy. Delivered as part of an advanced long-range strike package, this acquisition fortifies...
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