Russia emerges as the world’s leading importer of Chinese cars
Russia has emerged as the world's largest importer of Chinese cars, according to data from the China Association of Automobile...
July 12, 2023Section
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Crucial parliamentary vote in Thailand marks possible shift away from pro-military rule
Thailand's parliament is preparing to elect a new prime minister on Thursday following the recent general elections.
July 12, 2023
Southeast Asia’s metro rail boom: congestion avoidance and emissions reduction in the fast lane
The metropolitan rail networks in Southeast Asia are set to grow by 20% by the end of next year, driven...
July 11, 2023
A court battle in India has shed light on the practice of internet shutdowns by authorities
A court battle in Manipur, a violence-stricken state in northeastern India, has highlighted the issue of internet shutdowns by authorities.
July 11, 2023
ASEAN foreign ministers meet in Jakarta to address Myanmar crisis and regional challenges
Foreign ministers from the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and partner countries have convened in Jakarta to discuss the...
July 11, 2023
Shavkat Mirziyóyev’s leadership in Uzbekistan: Balancing economic development and political challenges
Shavkat Mirziyóyev, the President of Uzbekistan, is prioritizing economic growth while dealing with political obstacles.
July 10, 2023
Persian Gulf wealth funds predicted to allocate up to US$2 trillion of their investments to China by 2030
China is actively strengthening its economic ties with Middle Eastern countries, marked by multi-billion dollar investments from Chinese companies.
July 9, 2023
Shanghai Cooperation Organization summit shows divergent interests
Last week, India virtually hosted the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit, which saw attendance from influential leaders, including Russian President...
July 8, 2023
U.S. plans naval logistics centers in India, boosts defense in Indo-Pacific
The United States aims to establish naval logistics hubs in India, bolstering its capabilities in the Indo-Pacific region to counterbalance...
July 7, 2023