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From Militias to State: Syria’s Leader Cracks Down on Loyalist Factions
Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa expressed surprise at the high government salaries during a meeting with over 100 loyalists at his former rebel base. He...
A Historic Flip: Renewable Power Now Outpaces Coal Globally
In the first half of 2025, renewable energy sources generated more electricity than coal globally for the first time, according to a report by...
From Cannabis Crusader to Premier: The Rise of Anutin Charnvirakul
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Thailand’s politics have long been defined by clashes between populist parties linked to Thaksin Shinawatra and the conservative establishment, resulting in multiple coups and...
Veterans Drive Europe’s Defence Tech Boom Amid Ukraine War – Analysis
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The war in Ukraine and NATO’s increased military spending have accelerated Europe’s defence technology sector, bringing in record investment. Unlike the U.S., Europe traditionally...
China’s Weapons Parade Underscores Deterrence Message
BackgroundChina has been rapidly modernizing its military as part of Xi Jinping’s goal of building a “world-class” armed force. Its strategy emphasizes deterrence, technological...
Inside Indonesia’s Wave of Anger
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Indonesia has seen some of its worst violence in decades, posing the toughest test yet for President Prabowo Subianto just 10 months into his...
European factories expand, Asia faces slowdown
Factory activity in the Eurozone expanded for the first time since mid-2022 due to domestic demand offseting the impact of U.S. tariffs.
However, mixed signals...
Who Is Vying to Form Thailand’s Next Government?
Thailand is facing renewed political uncertainty following the dismissal of Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra on August 29 for an ethics violation. Her removal has...
Taiwan Says China Spent $21 Billion on Pacific Drills in 2024, 40% More Than Year Before
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China has sharply expanded its military activities in the Taiwan Strait, East and South China Seas, and Western Pacific, according to Taiwan’s armed forces....
Thailand’s Prime Minister Dismissed: What Happens Next?
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Thailand has once again entered political turbulence after Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra was dismissed by the Constitutional Court for violating ethics rules. Her removal...