By Park Chan-kyong Former South Korean president Yoon Suk-yeol is framing himself as a victim of political persecution as he continues to defy investigators seeking to question him over his corruption allegations and aborted martial law bid, according to analysts. Prosecutors failed to bring Yoon out from his detention cell for questioning for a second […]
Read MoreBy Fan ChenandLaura Zhou Beijing has warned Manila to stop “playing with fire” after the Philippine president said on a trip to India that his country would “have to get involved” if a China-US conflict arose in the Taiwan Strait. In an interview with Indian media outlet Firstpost on Wednesday, Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jnr […]
Read MoreBy Punima Ch On Tuesday, August 5th, 2025, Bangladesh marked the first anniversary of the much-hyped student-led uprising that ushered in the so-called interim caretaker government under Dr. Muhammad Yunus. The day should have been a solemn commemoration of public defiance and democratic aspirations. It should have been a reminder of the youthful energy that […]
Read MoreBy Eldor Tulyakov In recent years, Central Asia has undergone a remarkable transformation — from a region historically marked by political divisions and competing national interests, to one increasingly characterised by cooperation and dialogue. Today, Central Asian countries are exploring the idea of strategic autonomy and greater regional solidarity, not as an abstract ambition, but […]
Read MoreBy Yashraj Sharma New Delhi, India — When Donald Trump returned to the White House in January, many Indian analysts celebrated, arguing that his bonhomie with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi would shield the country from the chaos that the United States president could unleash. The two leaders had effectively campaigned for each other previously, […]
Read MoreBy Laura ZhouandFan Chen China has invited descendants of the American Flying Tigers to Beijing for the commemoration of the end of World War II, according to people familiar with the situation. A source said they include Cynthia Chennault, the daughter of Claire Lee Chennault who commanded the volunteers who helped in China’s fight against […]
Read MoreBy Sam Beltran Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jnr’s state visit to India has culminated in the elevation of bilateral ties to a strategic partnership, marking a symbolic high point as the two countries celebrate 75 years of diplomatic relations. Beyond the ceremony, analysts say the trip reflects a growing convergence between Manila and New Delhi […]
Read MoreBy Lawrence Chung in Taipei Taiwanese and mainland coastguard vessels engaged in a tense 22-hour stand-off near the disputed Dongsha Islands in the South China Sea on the weekend, the latest in a series of incidents that Taipei sees as a deliberate test of its maritime response. According to Taiwan’s Coast Guard Administration, the confrontation […]
Read MoreAs Indonesia prepares to mark its 80th Independence Day, a new symbol of resistance has emerged – not from the pages of history, but from the world of Japanese anime. Traditionally, the nation’s red-and-white flag adorns homes, vehicles and public spaces in the lead-up to the national holiday. But this year, many Indonesians have chosen […]
Read MoreBy Aidan Jones Thailand has imposed a nationwide ban on drone flights for at least two weeks over fears that neighbouring Cambodia could use them to monitor troop movements or military facilities, warning tourists of fines of more than US$1,200 and even jail time if they flout the rule. The order, issued by the Civil […]
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