Sunday, December 14, 2025

Asia

US–China Trade War: China hits back with 125% Tariff on US goods, calls Trump’s trade policies a “joke”

Beijing announced that it will raise tariffs on American imports to 125% in response to Washington’s recent decision to impose a total of 145% in tariffs on Chinese goods

Trump hits 90-day pause on most global Tariffs, excluding China — What this means for Global Trade

President Donald Trump announced an unexpected 90-day pause on most of the “reciprocal” tariffs previously imposed on various countries, except for China.

Turkiye and Pakistan usher in strategic Energy Alliance with Offshore Oil and Gas deal

Türkiye and Pakistan have signed a milestone agreement to jointly pursue offshore oil and gas exploration in Pakistani waters, marking a significant step in expanding Ankara’s global energy footprint and strengthening bilateral cooperation between the two allied nations. The accord...

India and Sri Lanka solidify Defense and Energy ties during Modi’s visit

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s three-day visit to Sri Lanka in early April 2025 proved pivotal in fortifying the two nations' growing cooperation, particularly in the defense and energy sectors. This marked the first visit by a foreign leader to...

Trump announces sweeping tariffs, sparking fears of global trade war and sending global stocks plunging

U.S. President Donald Trump has announced a sweeping set of tariffs aimed at reshaping global trade.

Myanmar earthquake death toll surpasses 3,000 as rescuers race against time

The death toll from the devastating 7.7-magnitude earthquake that struck Myanmar last week has now surpassed 3,000, as rescue operations continue across the nation.

Ramadan 2025: Mass Iftar at Jakarta’s Istiqlal mosque brings together thousands of Muslims

Istiqlal Grand Mosque in Jakarta hosts mass iftar during Ramadan 2025, bringing together thousands of Muslims from across the city and beyond

China launches $138 billion fund to accelerate innovation in AI, chips and quantum tech

China is launching a 1 trillion yuan ($138 billion) government-backed fund to support its rapidly advancing technology sector.

Iran willing to negotiate on nuclear talks, but not under pressure and sanctions threat

TVI Report In the backdrop of a renewed U.S.-Israeli threat to its nuclear installations and Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov's suggestion to Iran, the Iranian leadership has agreed to hold negotiations on its nuclear program to seek revive 2015 Joint...

Turkish drone giant Baykar signs agreement to set up UAV factory in Indonesia

Turkish drone manufacturer Baykar has entered into a joint venture agreement with Indonesia’s defense holding company, Republikorp, to establish a drone manufacturing facility in the Southeast Asian country.
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UK and Indonesia agree $5.2 billion maritime deal to boost Indo-Pacific security

UK and Indonesia have agreed to $5.24 billion (£4 billion) maritime deal, led by British defense firm Babcock.
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