Starting March 1, 2026, every real estate property in Vietnam will be issued a unique electronic identification code under a new national housing and real estate data system. ( read original story ...)
Turkey to stress ‘strategic priority’ of Black Sea security at Ukraine meeting in Paris
Turkey's foreign minister will stress the "strategic priority" of maintaining security in the Black Sea at a summit on Ukraine in Paris this week, a Turkish Foreign Ministry source said on Monday.
Turkey Inflation Slowed at Year-End, Supporting Rate Cuts
Turkish inflation slowed for the third month in a row, potentially allowing the central bank to maintain its downward interest-rate path in the new year.
Vietnam economy expands despite tariffs, beating estimates
Vietnam’s economy grew faster than expected last quarter as manufacturing, investment and trade gained momentum despite President Donald Trump’s tariffs.
China’s Travelers Pivot to Vietnam, Driving Record Arrivals
Vietnam welcomed a record number of foreign tourists in 2025, as a resurgence of Chinese visitors and relaxed visa policies helped lure travelers.
Philippine Navy scrambles to shield vital undersea cables from spies
Numerous submarine cables crisscross the Philippines’ underwater domain, connecting Southeast Asia to the United States, India and Hong Kong.
Hindu man shot dead in Bangladesh, fifth incident in 3 weeks in protest-hit country
A Hindu youth was shot dead in public on Monday evening in Bangladesh's Jashore district, triggering panic in the area. The incident took place around 5:45 pm at Kopalia Bazar in Ward No. 17 of ...
What US Capture of Maduro Means for China’s Designs on Taiwan
The United States’ abduction of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, in the early hours of Saturday went viral on Chinese social media, where netizens speculated Chinese ...
China Needed Oil. Venezuela Needed Cash. Their Deal Faces a Turning Point.
Beijing has lent billions to Caracas in recent decades, and the fate of money it is owed is in question after the ouster of Venezuela’s leader.
Cyprus overhaul of tax system comes into force
Cyprus’ revamped tax framework for businesses and individuals took effect on January 1, 2026, following the passage of the government’s tax reform package by parliament late last month. The House ...