Day: July 5, 2025

India aims to challenge China's dominance in Global South alliances like the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO), leveraging diplomatic ties and ...

Asia's art market in 2025 is experiencing rapid-fire change, marked by shifting collector dynamics, rising digital engagement, and a surge ...

Thailand has taken a surprising step by re-criminalizing cannabis, reversing its earlier progressive approach and casting uncertainty over marijuana reform ...

UAE and Oman gear up for Match 3 of the Emerging Teams Asia Cup 2024. Both sides reveal their predicted ...

Chair Nepal calls for unity within the communist movement, urging factions to set aside differences for a stronger political future. ...

The UN envoy warned that Myanmar is on a "path to self-destruction" if violence continues unchecked. Urging all parties to ...

The Asia Reference Center for Election Observation will be established in Mongolia, aiming to strengthen regional cooperation and enhance election ...

Maldives' Velana International Airport unveils its new terminal, poised to boost global tourism with enhanced capacity and state-of-the-art facilities, promising ...

Once a fading name, Malaysia's Fung Keong shoes have staged an incredible comeback, fueled by the passion of an indie ...

In South Lebanon, Shia Muslims gather in community mourning rituals to find solace amid ongoing political and economic turmoil. These ...

Washington has tightened export controls on Nvidia shipments to Malaysia and Thailand, aiming to curb China's access to advanced semiconductor ...

ESCAP held a Validation Workshop and Technical Workshop in Laos to discuss the Landscape Study of Inclusive Business, focusing on ...

Russia and Kyrgyzstan have strengthened ties with a new agreement on trade and security cooperation, aiming to boost regional stability. ...

Iraq has appointed a new chief justice amid ongoing tensions with Kuwait over a disputed border treaty. The move highlights ...

Kazakhstan is exploring an innovative "green" tax on plastic packaging designed to tackle pollution head-on and boost sustainability. This bold ...

Firefighters responded swiftly to a barn fire in Jordan, containing the blaze before it spread to nearby structures. No injuries ...

Brunei Darussalam is forging a healthier future with its innovative whole-of-government One Health strategy, bringing together multiple sectors to combat ...

In 2025, the Philippines, Thailand, Malaysia, Bhutan, Nepal, Indonesia, and Vietnam will ease visa restrictions, opening doors for Indian travelers. ...

Bangladesh seeks a favorable waiver from the US on reciprocal tariffs to boost its exports and sustain trade growth. Officials ...

Tourists can now explore six Gulf destinations-Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, and Oman-with a single Schengen-style visa. This new ...