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Danish, Greenland PMs Meet After Trump Drops Arctic Takeover Threat
Danish PM Mette Frederiksen meets Greenland's leader in Nuuk to show support after US President Donald Trump withdraws takeover threats and tariffs.
Taiwan Spots 23 Chinese Military Sorties, 17 Cross Strait Median Line
Taiwan's defence ministry reports 23 PLA aircraft sorties, with 17 crossing the Taiwan Strait median line, amid ongoing regional tensions.
China's Persistent Cyber Threat Targets US Civilian Infrastructure, Alarms Officials
US lawmakers warn China is the top cyber threat targeting civilian power grids, elections, and transport, urging deeper cooperation with allies like India.
US Defense Official Visits South Korea, Japan to Boost Military Alliance
US Under Secretary Elbridge Colby will visit Seoul and Tokyo to discuss defense spending, nuclear submarines, and wartime operational control transfer.
Bangladesh Risks Locking Into China-Pakistan Military Ecosystem: Report
Report warns Bangladesh's military deals with China and Pakistan could compromise its sovereignty and shift regional power balance.
Lee Jae Myung Urges Public Backing for Regional Growth and AI Shift
President Lee Jae Myung stresses public support for balanced regional development and positioning Ulsan as a national AI hub to overcome Seoul's overconcentration.
Laos Intensifies Crackdown on Workplace Discrimination and Child Labor
Laos reviews training manual to eliminate workplace abuse, align with international labor standards, and modernize education for workforce development.
China's Fishing Fleet Called "Weapon" by US Lawmakers in IUU Probe
A US congressional investigation accuses China of using its massive fishing fleet for coercion, forced labor, and threatening global food security and US national security.
Pakistan's Exports Plunge 20.4%, Trade Deficit Widens Amid Crisis
Pakistan's exports fell 20.4% in Dec 2025, marking a fifth monthly decline as the trade deficit balloons 35% amid a deep economic crisis.
Indian Newsrooms Embrace Hindi Rise, Balance Power Amid Media Trust Crisis
India Today's Kalli Purie discusses the linguistic power shift in newsrooms at Davos, amid global debates on media's role and declining public trust.
Pakistan Power Sector Crisis Exposed: Nepra Report Slams Poor Governance
Nepra report exposes Pakistan's power sector crisis: high losses, circular debt, and a government rejecting findings. Key figures clash over data.
North Korea's 5-Year Party Congress Schedule Still Unannounced Amid Speculation
North Korea has not announced the schedule for its first party congress in five years, with Seoul predicting an early February event amid media silence.
Japan's PM Takaichi Calls Snap Election, Dissolves Parliament for February 8 Vote
Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi dissolves parliament, calls a snap election for February 8. Campaign to focus on economy, tax cuts, and political scandal.
Hyundai Union Vows to Block Humanoid Robots on Assembly Lines
Hyundai Motor's union strongly objects to deploying Atlas humanoid robots without agreement, citing job security fears and overseas production shifts.
US Investors Threaten Arbitration Over "Discriminatory" South Korean Probe of Coupang
US funds Greenoaks and Altimeter plan arbitration against South Korea, alleging discriminatory probes into Coupang after a data leak, seeking a US trade investigation.
Denmark's PM Stands Firm on Sovereignty Amid Arctic NATO Push
Danish PM Mette Frederiksen asserts sovereignty is a red line, calls for permanent NATO presence in the Arctic amid US tariff threats.
Carney Rejects Trump's Claim Canada "Lives Because of US"
Canadian PM Mark Carney asserts sovereignty, countering Trump's Davos remark that "Canada lives because of the United States."
French Navy Seizes Russian "Shadow Fleet" Tanker in Mediterranean
French Navy seizes Russia-linked "shadow fleet" tanker, enforcing sanctions. Macron vows to uphold international law, Zelensky praises move.
3.6 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Myanmar at 90 Km Depth
A 3.6 magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar at a depth of 90 km. This follows a 4.0 magnitude tremor earlier in January. Details inside.
Zelenskyy Says Ukraine Peace Deal "Nearly Ready" After Trump Talks in Davos
Zelenskyy states war-ending documents are nearly ready following Davos meeting with Trump, as US envoy says talks are down to one key issue.
Merz Warns of "World Built on Force" as Trump Drops Greenland Tariffs
German Chancellor Merz welcomes Trump's Greenland U-turn but warns of a dangerous global shift to power politics, urging European defence and unity.
Infantino, Del Piero, Wenger at Davos: Football's $80B "Magic" Unites World
FIFA's Infantino calls football a "magic instrument" at Davos, highlighting its $80B economic impact and power to unite nations ahead of 2026 World Cup.
Zelenskyy Slams Europe's 'Groundhog Day' on Security at Davos
Ukrainian President criticizes Europe's indecision on defense and security at Davos, warning of inaction against Russia and reliance on the US.
Nepal's Political Parties Splurge on Social Media Ads Ahead of March Elections
Ahead of Nepal's March elections, political parties surge spending on Facebook & Instagram ads, raising transparency concerns in digital campaigning.
Carney's Davos Doctrine Charts Path for Canada-India Thaw: Report
A report analyzes how PM Mark Carney's Davos speech on "value-based realism" provides a framework to mend Canada-India ties, emphasizing evidence over allegations.