What a new Labour government will mean for the UK's foreign policy
LONDON — The incoming U.K. government will confront a complex international landscape after Britons head to the polls on July 4.
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New Malaysian mediator sparks hope for ‘more effective’ Thai peace talks with separatists
Peace between Thailand and separatists in its restive southern provinces continues to be elusive even after six years of negotiations, but a new facilitator appointed by mediator Malaysia with no police or military background has brought a sliver of optimism.
Leaders of Russia, China attend summit of regional security grouping
Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping on Thursday attended the summit of a security grouping created by Moscow and Beijing to counter Western alliances.
Japan aims to boost Self-Defense Force cyber personnel to 4,000
TOKYO -- Japan will open up new recruitment slots and consider relaxing physical fitness standards to lure cybersecurity talent to the Self-Defense Forces, looking to secure 4,000 specialists by the end of fiscal 2027.
Trump ally Nigel Farage elected to British parliament for first time
LONDON — Populist lawmaker Nigel Farage on Friday won his first-ever seat in the U.K.'s parliament as he looks to shake up the country's politics with his right-wing Reform UK party.
Rejection of US help in South China Sea shows Philippines acting on its own: analysts
Chinese and Philippine ships have been embroiled in a series of confrontations in the contested seaway in recent months.
French stocks rise 0.5% after left-wing coalition clinches surprise election win
LONDON — French stocks moved higher on Monday as markets reacted to a surprise win for the left in the country's parliamentary election.
Why India still places a high priority on good ties with Moscow
India’s relationship with Russia dates back to the Cold War era, with the Soviet Union being a reliable partner during India’s formative years. The 1971 Indo-Soviet Treaty of Peace, Friendship and Cooperation solidified strong bilateral ties. The treaty provided India with crucial diplomatic and military support during the 1971 war that led to the independence of Bangladesh. The treaty also outlined a robust framework for cooperation across multiple domains, including defence, technology and economic development.