Tensions between Nato allies France and Turkey have sharply intensified after Paris deployed military vessels to the eastern Mediterranean in support of Greece, which is embroiled in a confrontation ... ( read original story ...)
Turkey’s finance minister concedes economy at risk of shrinking
Turkey’s economy is in danger of contracting this year after the coronavirus pandemic hit economic activity in the second quarter, the country’s finance minister has said, acknowledging that his ... ( read original story ...)
Why France is sailing into a Greece-Turkey territorial dispute
France beefed up its military presence in the eastern Mediterranean Sea, where tensions are growing between France's close ally, Greece, and Turkey. Both countries claim oil and gas rights in the area ... ( read original story ...)
Philippines confirms death of ex-Wirecard exec
Former Wirecard executive Christopher Bauer, one of several people being investigated over a multi-billion dollar fraud at the German payments firm, died in The Philippines last month, the Justice ... ( read original story ...)
Philippines recovery precarious as virus cases rise’
Economic recovery in the country can be expected to be among the most uncertain in Asia Pacific due to the continued rise in coronavirus cases and the poor mobility of workers, according to UK-based ... ( read original story ...)
Philippines’ participation in clinical trials may help overcome doubts vs. Sputnik V —Palace
The Philippines’ participation in the upcoming phase 3 clinical trials for Sputnik V may help dispel doubts about the safety and effectiveness of the Russian COVID-19 vaccine, Malacañang said Thursday ... ( read original story ...)
German Businessman In Wirecard Probe Dies In Philippines
"He was the same person summoned by the NBI (National Bureau of Investigation) in connection with the Wirecard fraud investigation," he said, after the government obtained official documents that ... ( read original story ...)
England v Pakistan: Hosts on top in second Test at Ageas Bowl
England's bowlers grab the upper hand in the second Test against Pakistan on a weather-affected first day at the Ageas Bowl. ( read original story ...)
Indonesia capital extends social restrictions as infections rise
Indonesia's capital Jakarta extended its social restrictions on Thursday to stem surging coronavirus transmission as the country reported 2,098 new cases, its governor said. Indonesia has reported 132 ... ( read original story ...)
India announces $500 million for Maldives project to counter China influence
India announced a $500 million package to fund a project in the Maldives on Thursday to help it connect the capital Male to three nearby islands, stepping up New Delhi's diplomatic efforts in a region ... ( read original story ...)