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South Korea's Current Account Surplus Hits 5th-Largest in Jan Amid Chip Boom
South Korea recorded a $13.26 billion current account surplus in January, driven by surging semiconductor and vehicle exports, extending its surplus streak to 33 months.
Sri Lanka's President Urges Peace in West Asia, Vows Non-Aligned Stance
President Anura Disanayake says "no civilian should die," reaffirms Sri Lanka's non-aligned policy and extends humanitarian aid amid tensions.
US Grants India 30-Day Waiver to Buy Stranded Russian Oil
US Treasury issues a temporary 30-day license allowing Indian refiners to purchase Russian crude already loaded on ships, aiming to stabilize markets.
South Korea Targets 4 Firms in Starch Sugar Price-Fixing Cartel Probe
South Korea's FTC reviews penalties for four companies accused of colluding on starch sugar prices for over 7 years, affecting $4.2B in revenue.
US Energy Chief: Mass Energy Boost Needed to Lift Global Poor from Poverty
US Energy Secretary Chris Wright argues aggressive climate policies threaten development, calls for massive energy increase to improve lives of billions.
Global Powers Forge Unexpected Alliances Amid Geopolitical Tensions
ORF's Dhruva Jaishankar predicts unexpected international carve-outs to balance economic stability with strategic competition in global crises.
US and Venezuela Restore Diplomatic Ties After Years of Rupture
The US and Venezuela agree to re-establish diplomatic ties, severed in 2019, following a period of tension and a new oil partnership.
Balen Shah Leads KP Oli in Nepal Polls as New Party Sweeps Early Count
Early results show PM candidate Balendra Shah leading former PM KP Oli, with his Rastriya Swatantra Party sweeping Nepal's parliamentary polls.
Japan PM Takaichi Meets Palantir's Peter Thiel on AI, Tech Future
Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi held talks with Palantir co-founder Peter Thiel on AI, big data, and US-Japan tech cooperation and innovation.
Australia Confirms Navy Staff on US Sub That Sank Iranian Warship
PM Albanese confirms 3 Australian Navy members were aboard the US submarine that sank an Iranian frigate but states they took no part in offensive action.
US Aims to Block China's Indo-Pacific Dominance with New Defense Strategy
Pentagon official outlines strategy to prevent Chinese hegemony in the Indo-Pacific, emphasizing deterrence and allied cooperation.
Sri Lanka Takes Custody of Iranian Naval Ship Amid Regional Tensions
President Dissanayake says Sri Lanka, as a neutral state, will care for the IRIS Bushehr crew and relocate the vessel under international conventions.
KP Oli Demands Peace Mandate in Nepal's 2026 Polls, Eyes Premiership
Former PM KP Sharma Oli says Nepal's 2026 election must restore stability and democracy, expressing confidence his CPN-UML will win a strong mandate.
Nepal's Gen Z Powers 60% Voter Turnout in Peaceful General Elections
Nepal's general elections record ~60% turnout, driven by Gen Z voters. Election Commission credits political cooperation and security for peaceful polls.
China's Buddhist Diplomacy: Sri Lanka's Heritage at Risk from CCP Influence
Report warns China is exploiting Sri Lanka's Buddhist heritage and economic dependency for ideological infiltration and political influence.
Nepal's Rs 5 Lakh Poll Gamble: Can a Squid Games Stunt Win an Election?
An independent candidate in Nepal spends just Rs 5 lakh on a viral social media campaign using Squid Games masks to challenge expensive election norms.
Pakistan Reports First Polio Case of 2026 in Sindh, Highlighting Eradication Hurdles
Pakistan detects its first wild poliovirus case of 2026 in a child from Sindh, amid challenges including vaccine refusals and security issues.
Nepal's 2026 Elections See Historic Low Voter Turnout of 60%
Nepal's parliamentary elections see an estimated 60% voter turnout, potentially the lowest since 1991, amid isolated boycotts and youth engagement.
China Mandates Mandarin Nationwide, Limits Minority Language Education
China plans a 2026 law making Mandarin primary in schools and online, reducing Tibetan, Uyghur, and Mongolian to optional subjects.
IMF Chief Warns Asia Must Stay Agile Amid Rising Global Shocks
IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva urges Asian policymakers to build financial strength and agility to navigate an era of constant uncertainty.
Nepal's 2026 General Elections Conclude, Sealing Fate of 18.9 Million Voters
Voting ends in Nepal's crucial 2026 General Elections with 18.9 million voters. Results for 275 seats awaited as nation transitions from interim rule.
China's Balancing Act: Staying on Good Terms with All, Says Ex-US Official
Former US NSA official Jon Finer says China pursues a strategy of balanced relations, avoiding deep security commitments while using global conflicts for propaganda.
US Official Warns of New Nuclear Powers Emerging in 5-10 Years
Former US NSA official Jon Finer warns shifting global security could lead to new nuclear-armed states in 5-10 years, citing Middle East and Asia.
Australia, Canada, India Forge "Tech Triangle" to Navigate US-China Rivalry
New middle-power tech partnership aims to build resilient supply chains in AI, semiconductors, and clean energy, reducing dependence on dominant global powers.
UN Urged to Free Pakistan's Blasphemy Victim Shagufta Kiran, Repeal Laws
A Christian woman, Shagufta Kiran, jailed in Pakistan on blasphemy charges has her case raised at the UN Human Rights Council in Geneva.