Malaysia Proposes 100km Thai Border Wall to Combat Smuggling, Illegal Entry
Kelantan a Malaysian state has proposed a 100km wall along its Thai border aiming to tackle smuggling illegal entry. Analysis...
November 6, 2024Section
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China Steels Itself for Trump’s Return: A New Era of Superpower Rivalry
(Analysis) Donald Trump's victory in the 2024 U.S. presidential election has sent ripples through Beijing's corridors of power. Chinese officials...
November 6, 2024
Asian Currencies Plummet as Trump’s Victory Sparks Market Turmoil
Donald Trump's victory in the 2024 U.S. presidential election significantly impacted Asian financial markets. Coverage and analysis from The Rio...
November 6, 2024
Beyond Blocs: India’s Strategic Autonomy Approach to International Relations
(Analysis) In the complex arena of international relations, India has emerged as a master of balance. Under Prime Minister Narendra...
November 5, 2024
Vietnam’s Push for Data Control Alarms Foreign Investors
Vietnam stands at a crossroads. The country's parliament is debating a new data protection law that could reshape its digital...
November 5, 2024
The Dark Side of Pakistan’s Blasphemy Laws: A Growing Crisis
In Pakistan, a troubling trend is unfolding. The country's blasphemy laws, once a footnote in legal discussions, have become a...
November 5, 2024
Indian Stock Market Faces Headwinds as Foreign Investors Shift Focus
The Indian stock market is experiencing a significant downturn. This shift comes after years of robust growth fueled by foreign...
November 5, 2024
Malaysia Leads, Vietnam Surges: 2024 U.S. Semiconductor Import Rankings
The semiconductor industry experienced significant changes in 2024. Malaysia maintained its position as the top exporter to the United States....
November 4, 2024
Indonesia and Russia Forge New Naval Ties in Historic Joint Exercise
Indonesia and Russia launched their first-ever joint naval drills on November 4, 2024. The five-day exercise, named Orruda 2024, takes...
November 4, 2024