President Tayyip Erdogan said on Friday U.S. sanctions over Turkey's purchase of Russian S-400 missiles would be disrespectful to a NATO ally, after sources said Washington was poised to take the step ... ( read original story ...)
An Assertive Turkey Muscles Into Russia’s Backyard
Ankara’s push into Russia’s sphere of influence in the Caucasus shows how it is emerging as a major power player at the crossroads between Europe, the Middle East and Asia. ( read original story ...)
India, Bangladesh set to speed up connectivity with new rail route
India and Bangladesh are writing a new chapter in their relationship with a rail route set to open after a gap of 55 years to speed up connectivity between the two countries. Leaders from both sides ... ( read original story ...)
As Bangladesh moves Rohingya to Bhasan Char, UN and aid agencies face a dilemma
Agreeing to the government's requests to offer food aid and health services on the island could legitimize a move decried by rights groups, while refusing to cooperate risks leaving refugees in a ... ( read original story ...)
Pandemic sends Sunday art and food market in Indonesia online
When the pandemic shuttered businesses in Indonesia, an art and cultural community moved their Sunday market online. That has opened the door to more sellers, enabling them to survive the economic ... ( read original story ...)
Pakistan accuses India of funding disinformation campaign in EU
ISLAMABAD (Reuters) - Pakistan accused arch-rival India of funding a long running disinformation campaign against it on Friday and said it would raise the matter in global forums. In making its ... ( read original story ...)
India readies for 600 million COVID vaccine jabs; to use standard cold storage: top government expert
India will deploy its vast election machinery to deliver 600 million doses of COVID-19 vaccines to the most vulnerable people in the next six to eight months through conventional cold chain systems, ... ( read original story ...)
China pulls back from the world: rethinking Xi’s ‘project of the century’
But according to data published this week, reality is deviating sharply from Mr Xi’s script. What was conceived as the world’s biggest development programme is unravelling into what could become China ... ( read original story ...)
Breakingviews – Hong Kong SPAC deal reeks of desperation
Its shares have been suspended since December 2017 and it is resisting an effort by the Hong Kong bourse to delist them. The company hasn’t filed audited financial statements since 2016. In August, it ... ( read original story ...)
Breakingviews – Hong Kong SPAC deal reeks of desperation
Its shares have been suspended since December 2017 and it is resisting an effort by the Hong Kong bourse to delist them. The company hasn’t filed audited financial statements since 2016. In August, it ... ( read original story ...)