Chinese soldiers gear up for winter warfare
China is putting great effort into developing its soldiers’ ability to operate in high-altitude and cold environments, increasing its military capacity relative to India. Skills
Pakistani Government Seeking Ban on Imran Khan’s Party
The Pakistani government has announced that it plans to ban the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party, led by jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan, and to file sedition
Russia-Ukraine War Provides New Opportunities For North Korea’s Tank Industry
Russia’s tank shortages could see North Korea emerge as a supplier of armor to the country – and beyond. Following the visit of Russian President
Has Bangladesh Lost Its Footing in the China-India Balancing Act?
Was a tilt toward India to blame for Sheikh Hasina’s lackluster visit to China? Or is Beijing simply reading the economic tea leaves? Bangladeshi Prime
North Korea’s envoy defected to South Korea, reports say
Senior North Korean diplomat Ri Il Kyu was in Cuba before he reportedly defected to South Korea with his family last year. He is the
Oman: 6 killed after shooting near mosque, police say
The US embassy in Oman has issued a warning to American citizens to steer clear of the area where the shooting took place. The incident
India: 4 soldiers killed in Kashmir militant fighting
The shooting incident took place in the Hindu-dominated part of Kashmir. Officials say militants have made a “tactical shift” and moved operations to the region
How EU could use Ukraine’s pipelines when Russia deal ends
The EU has opened talks with Azerbaijan to replace more Russian gas exports to Europe. Some question the feasibility of piping gas via Ukraine when
Palau says China exerting ‘new level’ of pressure
Palauan PresidentSurangel Whipps Jr.told Nikkei Asia on Tuesdaythat pressure from China isreaching a “new level” after a tourism delegation was recently denied entry to Macao
North Korean diplomat in Cuba defected to South Korea in November
South Korea’s spy agency said Tuesday that a senior North Korea diplomat based in Cuba has fled to South Korea, the latest defection by members