Japan and the Philippines are set to start formal negotiations on an intelligence-sharing agreement aimed at strengthening regional security cooperation.
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US-China trade talks back in focus at APEC meeting
Trade ministers from the US and China meet in Suzhou amid renewed focus on bilateral trade relations following recent high-level engagements.
Iran, Israel and Arab nations are bound by a new ‘balance of terror’
Iran, Israel, and Arab states are now engaged in a new strategic ‘balance of terror,’ according to recent analyses, shaping regional security dynamics.
Goodbye Visa and Mastercard: 130 million Europeans switch to a 100% sovereign payment from 2026
Europe begins transitioning from Visa and Mastercard to a new European-owned payment network, impacting 130 million users across 13 countries.
Signs of Iran-US Progress Leads Stocks Higher
Stocks rise as renewed optimism emerges over potential US-Iran deal, signaling a possible easing of tensions and impacting oil and markets.
South Korea liberal party leads mayoral poll in ‘conservative heart’ Daegu
Polls show the Democratic Party’s candidate leading in Daegu’s mayoral race, marking a significant shift in South Korea’s traditionally conservative city.
What’s the purpose of the Quad?
An analysis of the Quad’s objectives, confirmed developments, and its significance in regional security and geopolitics.
China chides US after Trump says he will talk to Taiwan’s Lai
Beijing condemns Washington as Trump indicates plans to speak with Taiwan’s Lai Ching-te amid rising tensions following his visit to China.
Orix-Qatar private equity fund buys Japanese systems developer
Orix and Qatar Investment Authority’s joint private equity fund has purchased Nippon Information Industry, marking their first deal targeting IT and healthcare sectors.
Terra Drone’s Indonesia CEO sentenced to 16 months for deadly fire
Indonesian court sentences Terra Drone Indonesia CEO to 16 months for negligent homicide in deadly Jakarta office fire that killed 22.