Washington says use of S-400 systems could compromise NATO defenses. Turkey says the S-400s would not be integrated into NATO systems and would not pose a threat. Ankara has repea ... ( read original story ...)
Don’t Make This Mistake When Traveling to Turkey
Bringing in some 45 million tourists a year, Turkey is among the most visited countries in the world—and with good reason. It has striking architecture and landscapes, delectable cuisine, fascinating ... ( read original story ...)
Turkey’s defense minister reaffirms Russian S-400 plans
Turkey’s defense minister has reaffirmed the country’s plans to use a Russian-made missile defense system it purchased despite continued objections from the United States.Defense Minister Hulusi Akar ... ( read original story ...)
Vietnam Seeks to Rein in Netflix, Apple Over Tax and Content
Senior government officials in Vietnam have accused U.S. media giants Netflix and Apple of flouting the country’s content, taxation and competition laws. They say that new regulations will force the ... ( read original story ...)
Japan PM Suga Speaks With Biden, Confirms Importance of Japan-U.S. Ties
Japanese Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga and U.S. President-elect Joe Biden have started their phone talks, Kyodo reported on Thursday. ( read original story ...)
Japan Packaging Industry – Trends and Opportunities
Summary The packaging industry in Japan is estimated to grow from 160. 4 billion units in 2019 to 164. 7 billion units by 2024. Rigid plastics was the most consumed pack material in 2019 and is also ... ( read original story ...)
Japan reports record daily coronavirus cases: NHK
Japan reported a record high of 1,634 new coronavirus infections on Thursday, broadcaster NHK said. The previous record high occurred on Aug. 7, according to NHK. Japan is shifting toward easing ... ( read original story ...)
See how a CNN reporter had to quarantine upon arrival in Japan
Despite loose coronavirus restrictions, especially compared to other Asian countries, Japan has had fewer than 2,000 total reported Covid-19 deaths. CNN's Selina Wang reports on a possible third wave ... ( read original story ...)
Bangladesh’s Government Caught in the Crossfire as Its Public Assails France
Amid COVID-19, the South Asian country needs its economic partnerships with France more than ever. Will public opinion get in the way? ( read original story ...)
How western travel influencers got tangled up in Pakistan’s politics
Travel bloggers have flocked to Pakistan in recent years – but have some of them become too close to the authorities? ( read original story ...)