Politics
When Prabowo Subianto was sworn in as Indonesia’s eighth president in October, one of the immediate questions surrounding his leadership was how his approach to foreign policy would shape the region’s security landscape, especially amid growing tensions between China and the United States.......
A recent study conducted by the European Council on Foreign Relations (ECFR) highlights a significant shift in public opinion regarding Brexit. The findings suggest that a majority of Britons who voted to leave the EU are now open to the idea of reinstating free movement of people if it grants the UK......
Taiwan has raised its defense readiness in response to China's ongoing military activities around the island, marking one of the largest maritime exercises ever conducted by the Chinese military. Taiwan's defense ministry reported that nearly 90 Chinese warships and other vessels are operating......
The United Nations Security Council is set to draft a statement on Syria in the coming days following a closed-door meeting that took place on December 9. Diplomats from the United States and Russia confirmed that the discussion centered on recent developments in Syria, including the fall of Damascus......
Syrian rebels have declared victory over Bashar al-Assad's regime, marking what they describe as the "liberation" of Syria. This monumental announcement has sparked widespread celebrations and garnered international attention as a pivotal moment in the nation’s tumultuous history. Videos......
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol’s attempt to impose martial law was short-lived, as lawmakers defied his declaration, and massive protests erupted across the country. The president, who had initiated South Korea's first martial law in over four decades, quickly reversed his decision after......
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has committed an additional $680 million in military aid to Ukraine during an unannounced visit to Kyiv. This gesture of support comes as Ukraine continues to face significant challenges from Russian forces that have occupied approximately 20 percent of its territory. In......
As Kenneth walked through Victoria Park, memories of Hong Kong's tumultuous years of protest flooded his mind. Once a focal point for resistance to China's increasing control, the park held a special place in the hearts of those who fought for democracy in the city. As a child, Kenneth would......
The President-elect of the United States, Donald Trump, has issued a stark warning to BRICS countries, threatening to impose 100% tariffs if they opt to move away from the US dollar in international trade. Trump emphasized that these nations must not establish a new BRICS currency or support alternatives......
Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te recently made a two-day stopover in Hawaii during a broader Pacific tour, emphasizing Taiwan’s role as a key force in promoting global peace and stability. The visit has drawn sharp criticism from China, which views Taiwan as part of its territory and opposes any......
In a significant move that underscores President Xi Jinping’s ongoing efforts to clean up the ranks of the People’s Liberation Army (PLA), a top military official has been placed under investigation for corruption. Admiral Miao Hua, a key member of China’s powerful Central Military......
President-elect Donald Trump recently claimed progress in addressing illegal immigration following a conversation with Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum. However, Sheinbaum emphasized that Mexico remains committed to its existing strategies, dismissing any suggestion of closing its borders. This exchange......
Sweden has formally requested that a Chinese vessel return to its waters to assist in the investigation of recent damage to undersea fiber-optic cables in the Baltic Sea. This call for cooperation, announced by Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson, underscores the need for clarity regarding the incidents......
