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10 Policy Regimes Crushing Pakistan's Job Creation and Productivity
A report identifies ten entrenched policies in Pakistan that benefit elites, suppress job creation, and stifle investment, offering reform solutions.
South Korea Orders Probe Into Alleged Drone Incursions Into North
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung orders investigation into alleged drone incursions into North Korea, which Pyongyang calls a sovereignty violation.
Fear and Documentation Barriers Deny Pakistani Women Healthcare Access
Report reveals fear, lack of ID documents, and systemic exclusion prevent women in Pakistan from accessing essential healthcare services.
Trump's Greenland Grab Could Trigger NATO Collapse, Warns Ex-Diplomat
Former diplomat Ashok Sajjanhar warns NATO could collapse if Trump occupies Greenland, undermining sovereignty and the rules-based order.
EU-China Trade Tensions Set to Intensify in 2026, Warns Report
A new report warns EU-China trade relations are at a standstill, with tensions over tariffs and deficits set to intensify by 2026.
China's Inflation Hits 34-Month High in December Amid Demand Boost
China's CPI rose 0.8% year-on-year in Dec 2025, hitting a 34-month high as government policies boost domestic demand and food prices climb.
Danish MP Slams US "Unacceptable" Military Threat Over Greenland
Conservative MP Rasmus Jarlov calls US military threats against Denmark "shocking and unprecedented," dismissing China threat narrative over Greenland.
Spain Honors Afghan Women with Dedicated Room at Foreign Ministry
Spanish PM and Foreign Minister unveil a room dedicated to Afghan women, pledging continued support and highlighting an "unpaid debt" to them.
Bangladesh NSA Seeks US Support for Elections, Trade & Rohingya Aid
Bangladesh NSA meets US officials, discusses upcoming polls, trade relations, Rohingya support, and potential Gaza peacekeeping role.
Pakistan Targets 45M Kids in Major 2026 Polio Vaccination Drive
Pakistan launches a nationwide polio vaccination campaign in February 2026, aiming to protect over 45 million children under five from the virus.
EU-Mercosur Trade Pact Approved After 25 Years, Lula Hails Historic Deal
Brazil's President Lula hails the EU-Mercosur trade pact approval after 25 years of talks, a major deal covering 718M people and $22.4T GDP.
Lula, Sanchez Push for EU-Mercosur Trade Deal Amid Venezuela Crisis Talks
Brazilian President Lula and Spanish PM Sanchez advance trade talks, address Venezuela situation, and coordinate humanitarian aid following US strikes.
South Korea Denies North's Drone Infiltration Claims, Offers Joint Probe
South Korean Defence Minister refutes North Korea's claims of southern drone incursions, stating the military did not operate drones on the alleged dates.
Hiroshima, Nagasaki Urge Japan to Uphold Non-Nuclear Principles Amid Review
Hiroshima and Nagasaki city assemblies urge Japanese government to uphold Three Non-Nuclear Principles amid ruling party review, citing atomic bomb legacy.
Venezuela Seeks US Talks to Restore Embassies Amid Security Review
Venezuela proposes exploratory talks with the US to restore diplomatic missions, while US officials conduct an on-ground security assessment in Caracas.
New US Envoy to Bangladesh Sworn In Amid Key Election Year
Career diplomat Brent Christensen becomes US Ambassador to Bangladesh, tasked with strengthening trade and supporting democratic elections in a pivotal year.
North Korea Accuses South of Drone Incursions, Warns of 'High Price'
North Korea accuses South Korea of drone incursions, warns Seoul to 'pay a high price'. South Korea's defense ministry rejects the claims.
Venezuela Seeks Embassy Reopening to Denounce US "Aggression"
Venezuela's interim president says exploring US embassy reopening aims to denounce Jan 3 aggression, thanks allies for support after Maduro's capture.
US Strategy in Venezuela Aims to Block China, Russia in Western Hemisphere
Trump says US-led effort to revive Venezuela's oil sector prevents China and Russia from expanding their strategic footprint in the Americas.
WHO Chief: Global Military Spending Hits $2.7 Trillion as Health Funds Decline
WHO Director-General highlights record $2.7 trillion military spending, calls for peace and more investment in global health initiatives.
Trump Claims Credit for India-Pakistan Peace, Says Sharif Thanked Him
US President Donald Trump says Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif thanked him for saving "minimum 10 million lives" by settling India-Pakistan conflict.
Nepal Caps Cash Deals at NPR 500k to Curb Money Laundering
Nepal restricts cash transactions above NPR 500,000 to combat money laundering and terrorist financing, following FATF grey-listing.
Tarique Rahman Takes Helm as BNP Chairman After Khaleda Zia's Passing
Tarique Rahman formally becomes BNP Chairman following Khaleda Zia's death, positioning him as a prime ministerial candidate for upcoming elections.
US Seizes Fifth Oil Tanker in Caribbean Crackdown on Illicit Activities
US Southern Command seizes the Olina, the fifth tanker intercepted in a crackdown on criminal maritime activity in the Caribbean region.
US Blockade Forces Venezuela Cooperation on Oil, Says Energy Secretary
US Energy Secretary says economic pressure forced Venezuela to work with Washington, allowing sanctions enforcement without traditional military combat.