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As Armenia and Azerbaijan Fight, Here’s Where U.S., Russia, Turkey, Iran Stand
On Tuesday, both Turkey and Iran reportedly found themselves directly involved in the battle, while the U.S. and Russia remained closely engaged, calling for an immediate de-escalation. ( read original story ...)
In Japan, a revolutionary response to the pandemic: Better work-life balance
As companies rethink Japan’s intense work culture, one chief executives plans to move his workers to a picturesque island. ( read original story ...)
Pompeo to Visit Japan, South Korea, Mongolia Next Week -U.S. State Department
"On October 6 in Tokyo, Secretary Pompeo will participate in the second meeting of the Quad Foreign Ministers of Australia, India, and Japan," the State Department said in a statement. He will visit ... ( read original story ...)
Easy financing amid pandemic triggers inflation fears in Bangladesh
Bangladesh is eyeing a robust economic growth on government measures to ensure flow of money amid the coronavirus crisis, but easy funds from the stimulus packages have triggered fears of inflation. ( read original story ...)
Bangladesh to get $3m in ADB grant to buy COVID-19 vaccine
The Asian Development Bank has granted Bangladesh $3 million for the procurement of COVID-19 vaccine and emergency medical equipment. ( read original story ...)
With Glaciers Melting And Temps Soaring, Pakistan Pursues Big Action On Climate Change
A new electric vehicle policy. Renewable energy. 10 billion trees: Pakistan launches ambitious green policies. Will they succeed? ( read original story ...)
Pakistan Unveils New ‘Friendly’ Visa Policy for Afghanistan
Pakistan introduced Tuesday a new visa policy for Afghanistan to facilitate business and people-to-people contacts between the two countries. Officials said the travel document, approved by the ... ( read original story ...)
Teenager dies after alleged gang rape, sparking outrage in India
India's low-caste Dalits have long faced abuse, and advocates say attacks have increased during the coronavirus pandemic. ( read original story ...)
Amnesty Int’l halts India operations, citing gov’t reprisals
Human rights watchdog Amnesty International says it is halting its operation in India, citing reprisals by the government and the freezing of its bank accounts by Indian authorities ... ( read original story ...)