Maldives President Muizzu in India on first state visit to repair ties
Mohamed Muizzu arrives in India on first state visit since he came to power last year as he aims to improve strained ties.
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Asean must play key role in resolving Myanmar crisis, Thai PM says
BANGKOK — Thailand's Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra said on Monday (Oct 7) the regional bloc Asean must play a key role in ending the protracted civil war in Myanmar, ahead of a summit of the leaders of the 10-member group in Laos this week.
Indian FM rules out bilateral talks during SCO Summit in Pakistan
Hopes for diplomatic breakthrough dashed as prominent Kashmir leader urges India and Pakistan to ‘break the ice and engage constructively’.
Real winners of Sri Lanka’s election: A people emboldened to force change
Anura Kumara Dissanayake rode a wave of anger to power. But any Sri Lankan leader’s position is precarious today. Because people now know how to call for change and get it.
Japan's incoming PM Ishiba fills cabinet posts ahead of likely election
TOKYO — Japan's incoming prime minister, Shigeru Ishiba, will fill key party posts on Monday (Sept 30) followed by a new Cabinet on Tuesday as he tries to unite a party split by one of its closest ever leadership races ahead of a likely snap general election.