China has stepped up its stance on Taiwan, with Xi Jinping declaring that any move toward independence by the island will not be tolerated. Speaking during a high-level meeting in Beijing, he described Taiwan independence as the main factor threatening stability in the Taiwan Strait. The statement came during a visit by Cheng Li-wun, a […]
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In a significant diplomatic shift, Japan has officially lowered its assessment of China for the first time in nearly a decade—signaling a deepening strain between two of Asia’s most influential powers. This move reflects not just political disagreement, but a growing sense of unease shaping the region’s future. For years, Japan had described China as […]
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Myanmar’s military government has announced that the second phase of its multi-stage election will take place on January 11, according to state media reports on Wednesday. This announcement follows the first phase scheduled for December 28, and has been met with skepticism from the international community, including Western nations, the United Nations, and human rights […]
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Heavy fighting broke out late Saturday along the Afghanistan–Pakistan border, marking one of the most serious escalations between the two neighbours in recent months. The Taliban launched what they called “retaliatory operations” against Pakistani military positions, accusing Islamabad of violating Afghan airspace through recent strikes. According to Afghanistan’s Ministry of Defence, the Taliban’s coordinated assaults […]
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In a historic shift for Japan, Sanae Takaichi, a strong-willed conservative often dubbed a “China hawk,” has emerged as the new leader of Japan’s ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) — positioning her to become the country’s first-ever female prime minister. At 64, Takaichi is far from a political newcomer. A staunch admirer of Margaret Thatcher, […]
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