The United Nations’ quarterly report on Afghanistan states that internal disputes exist within the Islamic Emirate, and the number of security incidents has increased by 38% from November 1, 2023, to January 10, 2024, compared to the same period in 2022 and 2023. The central regions of the country witnessed the highest number of security […]
Read MoreIn a diplomatic exchange, the Islamic Emirate has responded to concerns raised by the head of Iran’s Drug Control Headquarters regarding the surge in production and entry of industrial drugs from Afghanistan. Zabihullah Mujahid, the spokesperson for the Islamic Emirate, emphasized the ongoing efforts to combat drug trafficking within the country and called for joint […]
Read MoreIn a significant development on Thursday, the High Court ruled that Nobel Laureate Dr Muhammad Yunus must pay Tk119 crore in taxes to the National Board of Revenue (NBR). The decision was announced by the High Court bench of Justice Muhammad Khurshid Alam Sarkar and Justice Sardar Md Rashed Jahangir. The court’s directive requires Dr […]
Read MoreIn a joint press conference with Hungarian Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto, Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan called on the European Union to adopt a strategic mindset and move away from the use of “identity politics” in its relations with Türkiye. Addressing reporters in the Turkish capital, Ankara, Fidan emphasized the need for the EU to […]
Read MoreTehran, Iran – Iran’s defense ministry proudly showcased the Mohajer-10 drone on Defense Industry Day, drawing attention to its striking resemblance to the American MQ-9 Reaper. The drone, touted to have an impressive 24-hour flight capability, raised eyebrows with claims that it could potentially reach Israel, a longtime regional adversary. Iran’s state-run IRNA news agency […]
Read MoreIn a statement that has triggered strong reactions, Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva likened Israel’s military action in Gaza to the Holocaust during World War Two, causing outrage from Israeli officials. Speaking at the 37th African Union Summit in Addis Ababa, Lula said, “What is happening in the Gaza Strip with the Palestinian […]
Read MoreIn a significant diplomatic move, Britain has signaled its growing impatience with Israel over the dire humanitarian situation in Gaza. Foreign Minister David Cameron announced on Tuesday that he will deliver a stern warning to Israel regarding the “dreadful suffering” in Gaza, where the lack of aid is resulting in hunger-related deaths. Cameron, set to […]
Read MoreIn a stern response to escalating tensions in the South China Sea, the Philippines openly accused China of “deliberately stirring up trouble” in the contested region. Jonathan Malaya, spokesperson for a Manila task force on the South China Sea, condemned China’s actions, stating that it is “maliciously inciting hype” while affirming the Philippines’ determination to […]
Read MoreIn a groundbreaking move towards government excellence, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has introduced the “Employment Package,” a transformative initiative aimed at simplifying and expediting employee residency procedures and work permits within private sector companies. The first phase of this visionary project is set to revolutionize processes in Dubai, with plans for […]
Read MoreBy Mercy A. Kuo The Diplomat author Mercy Kuo regularly engages subject-matter experts, policy practitioners, and strategic thinkers across the globe for their diverse insights into U.S. Asia policy. This conversation with Dr. Fe-Ling Wang – professor at the Sam Nunn School of International Affairs, Georgia Institute of Technology, and author of “The China Trilogy”: “The China Order: Centralia, World […]
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