Boost for Cambodia’s Textile Sector with Brazilian Cotton
The Brazilian Cotton Producers Association (Abrapa) embarked on Brazil's inaugural multi-sector mission to Cambodia from March 19–28
April 2, 2024Section
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China’s Path under Xi: From Marxism to National Revival
Under President Xi Jinping, China is witnessing a significant ideological transformation.Departing from traditional Marxist-Leninist
April 2, 2024
Southeast Asia’s Shift Towards China
A recent survey has revealed a pivotal change in Southeast Asia's geopolitical leanings, with a majority now favoring China over...
April 2, 2024
Japan Faces Economic Risks from US Inflation and Chinese Deflation
Japan's economic stability is under scrutiny due to varied pressures from China and the U.S., the nation's main trade allies
April 1, 2024
Asia’s Meth Epidemic: Myanmar’s Crisis Spills Over
In 2019, an incident in Sailulak, a village in northeastern India close to Myanmar, revealed the extent of Asia's methamphetamine...
March 29, 2024
Russia Blocks UN Watch on North Korea
On March 28, Russia stopped a UN plan to keep an eye on sanctions against North Korea, citing concerns over...
March 29, 2024
Japan Enhances Defense with Major Airport and Seaport Upgrades
In a strategic move to fortify its national security, Japan is set to revamp its infrastructure by upgrading approximately 40...
March 28, 2024
North Korea Sidesteps Sanctions with Global Partnerships and Cyber Heists
North Korea has cleverly bypassed UN sanctions, engaging in unauthorized trade and cyberheists to fund its nuclear ambitions
March 27, 2024
Yen’s Historic Decline Triggers Intervention Speculation
After the Bank of Japan (BOJ) moved away from its negative interest rate policy, the yen fell to a 34-year...
March 27, 2024