‘Maximally pragmatic’: How Central Asia navigates Russia’s war on Ukraine
Most leaders tread a careful line to avoid conflict as Moscow tries to uphold its relevance in a vast neighbourhood.
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Attack in Pakistan's Gwadar strikes near heart of China's interests
ISLAMABAD -- A militant attack near the southwestern Pakistani port of Gwadar has reignited security concerns surrounding China's Belt and Road projects in the country, challenging the new government in Islamabad and undermining assurances to Beijing.
UK’s BAE to build fleet of nuclear-powered submarines for Australia under Aukus pact
Australia’s Submarine Agency said BAE would produce the state-of-the-art vessels, which will be delivered from the early 2040s.
New Zealand slips into its second recession in 18 months as economy contracts
WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — New Zealand has entered its second recession in 18 months after the latest round of GDP figures confirmed its economy contracted in the last quarter of 2023.
Chinese robot vacuums sweep global rivals with high tech, low prices
SHANGHAI/TOKYO -- Robot vacuum companies from China are cleaning up globally with cutting-edge features and affordable prices, as shown by the player behind Ecovacs cleaners surpassing the maker of Roombas in sales last year.
Five key takeaways from cricket’s Pakistan Super League 2024
From Babar’s and Rizwan’s scoring sprees to smoking up the dressing room, here are some key storylines from PSL 9.
Montenegro court confirms mogul known as ‘cryptocurrency king’ to be extradited to South Korea
PODGORICA, Montenegro (AP) — An appeals court in Montenegro on Wednesday confirmed that a South Korean mogul known as “the cryptocurrency king” will be handed over to his native country.
Pakistan, IMF reach staff-level deal to release $1.1bn from bailout package
The funds are the final tranche of a $3bn programme agreed upon last year to avert a default, as Islamabad seeks another long-term bailout.