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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.

France and Spain shine as top tourist destinations in 2024, global tourism recovers to pre-pandemic levels

France solidified its position as the world’s most popular tourist destination in 2024, attracting 100 million visitors, the French Tourism Ministry announced on January 21. The Olympic host nation held off strong competition from Spain, which also reported record-breaking numbers. France...

Thailand eases visa rules to attract global talent

Thailand’s cabinet has introduced relaxed regulations for long-term visa applicants, aiming to attract more high-income individuals to the country.

Pakistan and Bangladesh strengthen diplomatic and defense ties through high-level meetings

Pakistan and Bangladesh agreed to improve bilateral relations through enhanced military and trade cooperation, marking a major shift after years of strained ties.

Indonesia and Japan deepen defense and economic ties

Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba and Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto committed to strengthening cooperation across defense, energy, and food security during talks on Saturday in Bogor, Indonesia. The meeting highlighted Japan's growing focus on Southeast Asia amid China's increasing influence...

China unveils two new tailless 6th-Gen stealth fighters: J-36 and Shenyang

China has revealed its plans for two advanced stealth aircraft currently under development, signaling a significant leap in its military aviation capabilities. The videos of the two new tailless stealth aircraft currently under development in China emerged on December 26,...

South Korea’s Jeju Air plane crash kills 179, only 2 survive

All but two of the 181 people aboard a Jeju Air Flight 2216 were killed when the passenger plane crash-landed at Muan International Airport Sunday morning in the nation’s deadliest aviation disaster in decades.
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US and Iran peace talks in Islamabad end without agreement

US and Iran direct talks in Islamabad ended without an agreement to end the war, leaving a fragile two-week ceasefire in doubt.
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