Tue 20 August 2024: The US and the Philippines have reached a deal to allow “a limited number” of Afghans to transit to the Philippines while awaiting approval for US visas and resettlement, the State Department said Monday. “The United States and the Philippines have reached an agreement on allowing a limited number of Afghan […]
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Mon 19 August 2024: Pakistan’s imprisoned ex-Prime Minister Imran Khan has filed nomination papers to contest for the chancellorship of Oxford University, his party announced on Sunday. “As per Imran Khan’s instructions, his application form to Oxford University Chancellor Election 2024 has been submitted. We look forward to everyone’s support for a historic campaign,” Zulfikar […]
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Mon 19 August 2024: With trade between China and Africa reaching a record high of $282.1 billion last year, China’s Ambassador to South Africa Wu Peng has highlighted the effects of enhancing solidarity and cooperation with African countries. “In 2023, the trade between China and Africa reached a record high of 282.1 billion US dollars, […]
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Mon 19 August 2024: The United States and South Korea commenced a significant joint military exercise on Monday, with South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol emphasizing the need to bolster defense preparedness against North Korea’s evolving “gray zone provocations and hybrid warfare.” 11-Day Ulchi Freedom Shield Exercise Aims to Counter North Korean Threats The 11-day […]
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Myanmar leader Min Aung Hlaing met with FM Wang Yi in Nay Pyi Taw. Sun 18 August 2024: China’s top diplomat Wang Yi warned that no party should interfere in Myanmar’s internal affairs and called it a bottom line, state-run media reported Saturday. Wang made these remarks during an informal discussion between the foreign ministers […]
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Sat 17 August 2024: In a virtual meeting on Friday, U.S. officials vowed to bolster direct support to Myanmar’s opposition movement, aiming to facilitate a transition to civilian government. The U.S. State Department emphasized the need to maintain pressure on Myanmar’s military junta, which has held power since a 2021 coup derailed the nation’s path […]
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Fri 16 August 2024: Indian doctors have called for a nationwide shutdown of hospital services as public fury over the rape and murder of a trainee medic in the eastern city of Kolkata last week mounts. The Indian Medical Association (IMA), the country’s largest grouping of medics with 400,000 members, said the 24-hour shutdown would […]
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Fri 16 August 2024: Pakistan’s military has said it arrested three retired officers in connection with the investigation into former spy chief Faiz Hameed, who faces a court-martial on charges of corruption and misuse of power. The arrests were tied to the proceedings against Hameed, who led the powerful Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) spy agency, for “actions […]
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Fri 16 August 2024: For the first time, 175 Chinese language teachers will begin teaching at primary and middle schools in Saudi Arabia later this month. This initiative stems from an agreement between Beijing and Riyadh last year aimed at enhancing cooperation in Chinese language education. According to China Daily, the teachers underwent pre-service training at […]
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Muslims in certain places of Bangladesh are voluntarily protecting Hindu homes and temples. (Image: X-Twitter) Mon 12 August 2024: Bangladesh has taken more measures to ensure the safety of minorities in the South Asian nation, with official assuring compensation to those affected in recent attacks. AFM Khalid Hossain, adviser to the transitional government on religious […]
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