Japan’s Next PM Race Begins as Koizumi, Hayashi Emerge as Frontrunners
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Japan’s ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) has launched its leadership race, with Farm Minister Shinjiro Koizumi and Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshimasa Hayashi announcing...
Taiwan Launches Civil Defence Guide, Says It’s Not to Alarm Public
Taiwan's defence ministry introduced its updated civil defence handbook, aiming to prepare citizens for potential crises, like a possible attack from China, which claims...
19th EU Sanctions Package Against Russia Faces Delay
The European Commission is postponing the presentation of its next sanctions package against Russia as it seeks an appropriate response to the Trump administration's...
Wall Street and U.S. Corporations Prepare for Further Tariff Disruptions
Wall Street is getting ready for possible market volatility following a Supreme Court ruling on the constitutionality of tariffs, which could upset Corporate America...
U.S. Targets China’s Global Port Holdings in Maritime Push
BackgroundChina has spent years building a vast global network of ports, particularly through state-owned giants like COSCO, as part of its Belt and Road...
Foreign Investors Eye China’s $19 Trillion Stock Market Again
BackgroundFor years, China’s stock markets were viewed with skepticism by global investors, particularly after trade tensions with the U.S. and regulatory crackdowns made them...
Diplomatic Wins, Domestic Losses: Sharaa Struggles to Contain Syria’s Internal Divide
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Nine months after Ahmed al-Sharaa seized power in Syria, Damascus stands at a fragile crossroads. While Sharaa has scored major diplomatic wins, including U.S....
China Fires on Philippine Ships with Water Cannon in South China Sea
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China’s Coast Guard fired water cannon at Philippine ships near the disputed Scarborough Shoal on Tuesday, accusing Manila of “illegal intrusion” and ramming...
UN Report Finds Israeli Leaders Incited Genocide in Gaza
A United Nations Commission of Inquiry reported that Israel has committed genocide in Gaza, accusing high-ranking officials, including Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, of inciting...
Starmer Banks on Trump’s Royal Welcome for Political Shield
Prime Minister Keir Starmer is preparing for the royal welcome of U. S. President Donald Trump during his state visit to Britain this week....