In a move that has sent shockwaves through Kyrgyzstan’s political establishment, President Sadyr Japarov on February 10 dismissed national security chief Kamchybek Tashiyev, a figure widely regarded as his closest ally and informal “co-ruler.” For more than five years, the Japarov-Tashiyev tandem has defined Kyrgyz politics. Their partnership emerged from the turbulence of 2020, when […]
Read MoreBy Cao Jiaxuan in Beijing Economic issues are expected to take centre stage at the US-China summit in April but regional security will also feature, according to former US ambassador to Beijing Nicholas Burns. Speaking via a video link to the Yale Centre Beijing on Tuesday, Burns said US President Donald Trump would be “right […]
Read MoreOSLO: Palestinian leader Mahmoud Abbas called Wednesday for a “firm response” from the United States and the international community to Israel’s plan to tighten its control of the occupied West Bank. During a visit to Oslo, Abbas said he had discussed the issue with Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Store, as well as those of […]
Read MoreThe United States is signaling a renewed push in the South Caucasus as it deepens engagement with both Azerbaijan and Armenia during Vice President J.D. Vance’s landmark regional visit. In an article published by Euronews, Nadira Tudor examines how the high-level trip underscores Washington’s effort to balance diplomacy between Baku and Yerevan while reinforcing its […]
Read MoreRIYADH: Britain’s Prince William departed Saudi Arabia on Wednesday, wrapping up his first official visit to the Kingdom. Earlier in the day, he visited the Wildlife Conservation and Biodiversity Protection at Sharaan Nature Reserve. The prince was also given a tour of the Old Town in AlUla. He was seen off at AlUla International Airport […]
Read MoreDUBAI: Iran’s president apologized on Wednesday to “all those affected” by the nationwide protest and bloody crackdown that followed it. President Masoud Pezeshkian also denounced unspecified “Western propaganda” surrounding the protests. Pezeshkian said he knew the “great sorrow” felt by people in the protests and crackdown, without directly acknowledging the hand Iranian security forces had […]
Read MorePresident of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov has instructed authorities to ensure continued security protection for former national security chief Kamchybek Tashiev following his recent dismissal. The issue was addressed by Syrgak Berdikozhoev, newly appointed head of the State Committee for National Security under the president, The Caspian Post reports via Kyrgyz media. He commented on public […]
Read MoreThe Philippine foreign ministry urged the Chinese Embassy in Manila on Wednesday to be “constructive” in its statements amid an escalating war of words between Chinese diplomats and public officials, including senators. The Department of Foreign Affairs’ newly appointed maritime affairs spokesperson, Rogelio Villanueva, said that responses should be delivered in a “calm” and “professional” […]
Read MoreOn the eve of the national election, polling centres across the capital and other key areas were marked by heightened security and last-minute logistical preparations, as authorities moved to ensure voters could cast their ballots in a safe and orderly environment. With voting scheduled for tomorrow (12 February), the administration, election officials, law enforcement agencies […]
Read MoreBangladesh cannot enter into a trade deal with any non-market economy under the recently signed reciprocal tariff agreement with the US. As a result, Bangladesh will be unable to negotiate trade deals, free trade agreements, or other arrangements with countries like China or Russia, experts have said. They said this condition will also make it […]
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