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US Sends High-Level Team Led by VP Vance for Iran Talks in Islamabad
White House confirms VP JD Vance will lead US team including Jared Kushner for direct talks with Iran in Islamabad following a ceasefire.
Nepal's Growth Slows to 2.3% as War Hits Tourism and Poverty Rises
World Bank projects Nepal's economic slowdown to 2.3% for FY 2025-26, driven by West Asia conflict impacting tourism and increasing poverty.
WTO Reform Stalls as US Criticizes "Dysfunctional" Body, Charts Own Trade Path
US Trade Rep calls WTO dysfunctional after digital tariff talks fail. US to pursue bilateral deals instead, citing consensus paralysis and outdated rules.
Brazil's Bolsonaro Slams China Trade, Demands Value-Added Manufacturing Shift
Senator Flavio Bolsonaro urges Brazil to move beyond raw material exports to China, advocating for domestic manufacturing and tech transfer.
Bangladesh Growth Slows to 3.9% Amid Middle East Conflict, Poverty Rises
World Bank projects Bangladesh's growth to slow to 3.9% in FY26, with rising poverty and inflation, compounded by Middle East conflict headwinds.
Nepal PM Balendra Shah Vows Stronger Global Ties, Stable Foreign Policy
New Nepal PM Balendra Shah meets diplomats, reaffirms balanced foreign policy and commitment to investment, stability, and global cooperation.
Pakistan's IMF Deal at Risk as Tax Revenue Falls Short by Billions
Pakistan's FBR reports a Rs 610 billion tax shortfall, jeopardizing its $7 billion IMF program and forcing tough new revenue reforms.
Nepal's PM Balen Shah Breaks Tradition with Group Diplomatic Meeting
Nepal's new PM Balendra Shah holds first group meeting with foreign ambassadors, breaking from traditional individual courtesy calls. Details inside.
China Targets Taiwan's Lower Military Ranks in Covert Infiltration Push
Taiwan's security chief warns of China's structured push to recruit grassroots military personnel, using networks and exchanges to infiltrate institutions.
Bangladesh Bans Awami League Activities Under New Anti-Terrorism Law
Bangladesh Parliament passes amendment to Anti-Terrorism Act, formalizing ban on Awami League activities. Bill passed by voice vote amid opposition objections.
US-Iran Two-Week Ceasefire Welcomed by Germany, Ukraine
Ukraine and Germany welcome a two-week US-Iran ceasefire, urging similar decisiveness to force Russia into a ceasefire in Ukraine.
North Korea Launches Suspected Ballistic Missile, Japan Issues Alerts
Japan issues safety instructions after North Korea conducts a suspected ballistic missile launch, raising regional tensions and security concerns.
Madagascar Declares 15-Day Energy Emergency Amid Global Crisis
Madagascar declares a 15-day state of energy emergency due to supply disruptions linked to Middle East conflict, impacting fuel and essential services.
Mongolia Screens 20,000 Women for HPV to Combat Cervical Cancer
Mongolia launches a major HPV screening drive for 20,000 women aged 30-40 to prevent cervical cancer, the nation's second most common cancer in women.
South Korea Hits Record $23.19 Billion Current Account Surplus in February
South Korea recorded its largest-ever monthly current account surplus of $23.19B in Feb, driven by a semiconductor upcycle and soaring exports.
Seoul Stocks Soar 6% as US-Iran Ceasefire Eases Strait Tensions
South Korea's KOSPI surges nearly 6% after US and Iran agree to a two-week ceasefire and the reopening of the crucial Strait of Hormuz for oil shipments.
North Korea Launches Back-to-Back Missiles Amid Rising Tensions with Seoul
North Korea fires short-range ballistic missiles toward the East Sea in back-to-back launches, escalating tensions after South Korean President's remarks on drone incursions.
Bangladesh Govt Probe Exposes Vote-Rigging in 2025 Cricket Board Elections
A government probe uncovers coercion, bias, and e-voting manipulation in the 2025 BCB elections, leading to a new ad hoc committee.
Pakistan PM's "Draft" Post on Iran Sparks US Coordination Speculation
A social media post by Pakistan's PM Shehbaz Sharif, showing a "draft" label, fuels speculation about external authorship in US-Iran crisis diplomacy.
Taiwan Tracks Chinese Military Sorties and Vessels Near Its Air and Sea Space
Taiwan's defense ministry reports Chinese military aircraft and naval vessels operating near the island, crossing key lines amid ongoing sovereignty tensions.
US Calls China Trade "Stable," Warns WTO Risks Irrelevance Without Reform
US Trade Representative describes US-China trade as stable but warns the WTO risks becoming "less relevant" without reforms. He also flags supply chain vulnerabilities.
Pakistan PM Urges Trump to Extend Iran Deadline for Diplomacy
PM Shehbaz Sharif asks President Trump for a two-week extension on Iran deadline to allow diplomatic efforts to progress and avoid escalation.
Pope Condemns Trump's Iran Threat as "Truly Unacceptable" Amid War Fears
Pope Leo XIV calls Trump's threat to destroy Iranian civilization "truly unacceptable," urging peace as Trump hints at regime change ahead of a deadline.
China Escalates "Push-Pull" Coercion Against Taiwan, Says Security Report
Taiwan's NSB reports China escalates dual strategy of coercion and incentives to undermine sovereignty, targeting tech, diplomacy, and through espionage.
Taiwan Warns of Chinese Election Meddling via AI Disinfo and Cyber Attacks
Taiwan's NSB reports China plans hybrid interference in November elections using AI disinformation, cyber attacks, and military pressure.