Vietnam’s public debt accounted for 37.4% of the country’s gross domestic product (GDP) as of the end of 2022, while national external debt stood at about 36.1% of GDP, according to data released by ...
Turkey extends mandate for military operations in Syria, Iraq
ANKARA — Turkey’s parliament voted on Tuesday to extend the mandate that allows its security forces to launch cross border operations in Syria and Iraq for another two years.
Pakistan’s Russian energy imports test West’s patience
Pakistan has recently begun a partnership with Russia whereby Islamabad receives energy supplies from Moscow. The Russian Embassy in Pakistan tweeted last month that Islamabad had received its first ...
This Moment Will Determine the Future of the U.S.-South Korea Alliance and Indo-Pacific Strategy | Opinion
This month marks the 70th anniversary of the U.S. and South Korean alliance, which was formalized by the signing of the Mutual Defense Treaty. Over seven decades, our partnership has flourished through great challenges, providing great benefits to both countries.
Exclusive: Britain, South Korea extend tariff-free trade on goods with EU links
Britain and South Korea have agreed to extend a period of low or zero tariffs on bilateral trade by two years, ahead of talks to forge a new trade deal, the British government said on Monday, in a boost for the car industry.
Thailand still bullish on Chinese investments as new PM Srettha heads to Beijing for Belt and Road Initiative forum
Net foreign direct investment to Thailand from China in the first six months of 2023 was up 56 per cent year-on-year to US$690 million, central bank data showed.
Mii kathi: Thailand’s sweet and sour breakfast noodles
In Southern Thailand, Ma Ya's everyday breakfast staple combines wok-fried rice noodles with a simple chilli paste, coconut milk and soy sauce.
Turkey extends Syria, Iraq operations by another two years
Turkey's parliament on Tuesday extended the military's authorisation to launch cross-border operations in neighbouring Syria and Iraq by two more years. They were first approved in 2013 to support the ...
Bangladesh handed a boost with Shakib’s return to nets
Bangladesh captain suffered a slight quad tear in the game against New Zealand but indulged in nets on October 17 and didn't feel any pain after it ...
Bangladesh’s exports to India drop in Q1
Bangladesh’s export earnings from India in the first quarter (July-September) of the current financial year 2023-24 fell by 11.22 per cent to $543.90 million ...