Strained U.S.-Bangladesh Relations Ahead of Key Election
As Bangladesh's January 2024 elections near, the U.S.-Bangladesh relationship is increasingly tense.
October 3, 2023Section
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Muizzu’s Win in Maldives: Impact on Region and Shipping Routes
Mohamed Muizzu emerged victorious in the Maldives' presidential election, securing 54% of the vote and defeating Ibrahim Solih.
October 2, 2023
South Caucasus Landscape Alters with Armenian Exodus
In the latest Nagorno news, Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev believes the South Caucasus is entering a "new era of peace."
October 2, 2023
Chinese Real Estate Faces Tough Road Ahead, Say Investors
In the latest China and East Asia news, A recent informal poll suggests challenges await China's real estate market.
October 1, 2023
East Timor’s Take on BRICS, Global South, and Governance
In the latest East Timor news, East Timor's President Jose Ramos-Horta says the U.S. and China should talk, not fight.
September 30, 2023
Bolivia Welcomes Chinese Banks to Boost Yuan
The Central Bank of Bolivia (CBB) has welcomed ICBC and BOC, two major Chinese banks, to bolster the use of...
September 30, 2023
The Enduring Nature of China’s Economic Woes
In the latest China economic news, Many believe that China's economic hurdles are merely short-term setbacks.
September 29, 2023
UN Agency Readies for Full Armenian Exodus from Nagorno-Karabakh
The UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) is readying for a possible full-scale exit of Armenians from Nagorno-Karabakh.
September 29, 2023
Malaysia’s Rice Crisis: What’s Being Done?
Facing a rice shortage, Malaysia's local supply meets only 70% of its needs, leading to frequent empty supermarket shelves.
September 28, 2023