With eye on China, US pushes for stronger UN sanctions on North Korea WASHINGTON: Accusing North Korea of “begging for war”, the United States is drafting a UN Security Council... Published 06 Sep, 2017 07:03am
Donald Trump sends tough signal to China on unfair intellectual property practices Retaliation WASHINGTON: The United States in effect served notice on China on Monday by opening an investigation... Published 16 Aug, 2017 07:01am
Battle for Bangladesh’s soul as Islamist radicals push for power While IS claims of attacks in Bangladesh may be propaganda, there is a rise in Bengali-language IS propaganda online. Updated 03 Aug, 2016 09:53am
Election fever grips Myanmar Suu Kyi’s party wooing votes from ethnic minorities promises to change constitution defined by military influence Updated 07 Oct, 2015 09:26am
Bangkok blast could be game-changer for Thai security Thai officials are not ruling out any motive, and refuse to name any groups. Published 02 Sep, 2015 06:34am
Remembering 2004 tsunami — India’s fishing villages still picking up pieces The state government is trying to eliminate the factors that contribute to making disasters worse. Updated 27 Dec, 2014 12:37pm
India raises foreign investment limit to 49pc The move, which had stalled during the term of the previous government, still needs parliamentary approval. Published 28 Jul, 2014 01:39pm
Backstage with leader of Thailand’s ‘People’s Revolution’ The interview with Suthep Thaugsuban, the politician who has been trying to overthrow the Yingluck Shinawatra... Published 23 Dec, 2013 07:44am