The global supply of heavy rare earths hinges in part on the outcome of a months-long battle between a rebel army and the Chinese-backed military junta in the hills of northern Myanmar.
Vietnam to introduce measures to cope with US tariffs, trade official says
Vietnam will devise measures to improve product quality to cope with potential risks from U.S. tariffs, as it seeks to expand exports to other markets and reduce its reliance on the United States, the …
Japan starts deploying Osprey fleet at a new base to beef up southwestern defense
The Japanese army on Wednesday has begun deploying its fleet of V-22 Ospreys on a newly-opened, permanent base in southwestern Japan, the latest move to beef up its defense in the region amid growing
Donald Trump slaps fresh tariffs on 14 nations, 40% on Myanmar and Laos | Full list
The tariffs were detailed in official letters shared by Donald Trump on his Truth Social account, with rates scheduled to take effect from August 1.
Four Myanmar Nationals, Including CNDF Militants, Drown In Tiau River While Fleeing to Mizoram
Four Myanmar nationals, including three cadres of the Chin National Defence Force (CNDF), drowned in the Tiau River along the Mizoram-Myanmar border while attempting to flee into India after a rebel …
What to Know About P.O.W.s in Myanmar’s Brutal Civil War
As the rebels have gained ground, they have detained thousands of prisoners of war. Their enemy, the junta, keeps few captives.
Anwar to open 58th AMM in KL as Asean talks tackle South China Sea, Myanmar, global issues
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim is scheduled to officiate the opening ceremony of the 58th Asean Foreign Ministers’ Meeting (58th AMM) here …
Vietnam Intercepts China Research Ship Near Coast
Vietnamese foreign ministry spokesperson Pham Thu Hang pointed out during a press conference Thursday that foreign research and survey operations conducted within the country’s EEZ are “violations of …
Air India jet’s fuel switches in focus, as crash preliminary report nears
A preliminary report into the deadly crash of an Air India jetliner in June is expected to be released by Friday, three sources with knowledge of the matter said, with one adding the probe had …
Are India’s skies safe? Air safety watchdog responds amid rising concerns
India’s skies remain safe, with accident rates below global averages, air safety regulator chief tells the BBC.