Protests over cartoons of the Prophet called off after gov’t reportedly agreed to consider downgrading ties with France. ( read original story ...)
Pakistan ‘to boycott French products’ over cartoons
France protests, saying the Pakistani government has endorsed a boycott of French goods. The demonstrations had been in response to France defending the right to show cartoons of the Prophet Muhammad. ( read original story ...)
What will a Biden presidency mean for US-Pakistan relations?
Biden’s election victory could be an opportunity for Islamabad to strengthen its economic and strategic ties to the US. ( read original story ...)
Pakistan rejects India’s ‘bland denial’ of dossier on terrorism
The Foreign Office (FO) on Monday rejected a statement by the Indian Ministry of External Affairs denying the ‘irrefutable evidence’ provided by Islamabad regarding India’s sponsorship of terrorism in ... ( read original story ...)
In India, Bridal Designers Add Fine Jewelry
And traditional bridal wardrobes, which often include multiple changes for the days-long ceremonies, have kept homegrown design houses thriving for decades. Yet a bride’s look rests not just on her ... ( read original story ...)
India’s insurance platform Turtlemint raises $30 million
Turtlemint, an Indian startup that is helping consumers identify and purchase the most appropriate insurance policies for them, has raised $30 million in a new financing round as it looks to reach ... ( read original story ...)
Why the U.S. Could Be the Big Loser in the Huge RCEP Trade Deal Between China and 14 Other Countries
Even U.S. allies like Japan and Australia moved to strike a bargain with China in the absence of an alternative ... ( read original story ...)
Vaccine Unproven? No Problem in China, Where People Scramble for Shots
Many say they are reassured because politicians and executives have been inoculated. But experts say the risks outweigh the benefits. ( read original story ...)
A split from the U.S. is ‘very positive’ for China in the long term, venture capitalist says
China divorce has more advantages than drawbacks for the Asian giant's tech sector, said Jenny Zeng, managing partner at MSA Capital. ( read original story ...)
China Preparing for Trump’s ‘Final Madness’ Before Biden, State Media Says
The hawkish Chinese Community Party newspaper Global Times suggested the President Donald Trump was further sabotaging U.S.-China relations for the incoming Biden administration. ( read original story ...)