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South China Morning Post World
After six years of closure, the high-altitude Nathu La Pass between India’s Sikkim and China’s Tibet resumes trade, restoring livelihoods for local traders and signaling a shift in bilateral ties.
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Despite Iran's attacks on vessels and reports of mines, several shippers continue to transit the strategic Strait of Hormuz, driven by financial incentives.
Deutsche Welle | Jul 28, 2026, 2:36 PM
general
At a Capitol Hill hearing on July 22, 2026, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth confronted Democratic senators over U.S. leadership in the ongoing conflict with Iran and criticized their reluctance to fund military efforts amid a record $1.5 trillion budget request.
Fox News Latest | Jul 22, 2026, 11:27 AM
world
Marco Rubio cautions that Iranian control and toll charges on the Strait of Hormuz could set a dangerous global precedent threatening freedom of navigation.
Al Jazeera | Jul 22, 2026, 4:49 AM
world
Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu highlights artificial intelligence as a key focus in Hong Kong’s first five-year economic plan, emphasizing the city’s strategic role and innovation strengths.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 7, 2026, 3:17 AM
world
China fired an intercontinental ballistic missile from a nuclear-powered submarine into Pacific waters near Tuvalu's Exclusive Economic Zone, signaling its expanding military reach in the region.
ABC Australia News | Jul 7, 2026, 3:15 AM
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China fired an intercontinental ballistic missile from a nuclear-powered submarine into Pacific waters near Tuvalu's Exclusive Economic Zone, signaling its expanding military capabilities in the region.
ABC Australia News | Jul 7, 2026, 3:04 AM
world
Japan’s Liberal Democratic Party lawmakers launch a group to promote and regulate the booming trading card industry amid growing domestic and international demand.
South China Morning Post World | Aug 1, 2026, 3:42 AM
world
As the People’s Liberation Army approaches its 100th anniversary, Beijing pushes for a world-class military to break US-led chokepoints across key Asia-Pacific islands.
South China Morning Post World | Aug 1, 2026, 1:08 AM
world
Experts analyze the strategic philosophies behind the US-China military and technological rivalry, highlighting a clash rooted in historical geopolitical theories.
South China Morning Post World | Aug 1, 2026, 12:20 AM
world
The recent 30-year nuclear agreement between the US and Saudi Arabia underscores shifting global power dynamics and challenges longstanding non-proliferation standards amid uncertain regional responses.
ABC Australia News | Jul 31, 2026, 8:51 PM
general
The Department of Homeland Security has taken its largest single-day enforcement action to date by adding 43 Chinese companies to the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act blacklist, barring their products from entering the United States.
ABC Top Stories | Jul 31, 2026, 7:45 PM
world
President Donald Trump retracts earlier pledge to license Ukraine to manufacture Patriot missile interceptors, citing concerns over sharing advanced US missile technology.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 31, 2026, 6:55 PM
world
Both Russia and Ukraine report casualties amid ongoing strikes, with Ukraine targeting Russian infrastructure and Russia hitting Ukrainian districts and vessels.
Al Jazeera | Jul 31, 2026, 3:20 PM
world
The Trump administration has prohibited imports of foreign-made humanoid and quadruped robots, citing national security concerns and aiming to bolster the US robotics industry against Chinese dominance.
Deutsche Welle | Jul 31, 2026, 1:52 PM
world
The High Court dismissed a legal challenge against the construction of China’s largest embassy in the UK, located near the Tower of London.
Al Jazeera | Jul 31, 2026, 1:27 PM
world
Rising oil prices and regional shipping risks threaten to increase costs for millions in Pakistan and Bangladesh, which have limited economic buffers.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 31, 2026, 1:03 PM
world
Beijing responds sharply to EU sanctions targeting Chinese firms accused of supporting Russia’s war in Ukraine, raising concerns over supply chain disruptions.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 31, 2026, 9:51 AM
world
Chinese officials express worries about new US tariffs and trade measures amid ongoing tensions, emphasizing the need for stable economic relations.
CNA Latest News | Jul 31, 2026, 2:17 AM
world
Forensic examination of sandstone blocks from the 1629 Batavia shipwreck reveals a sophisticated supply chain spanning multiple European quarries, shedding light on early global trade.
ABC Australia News | Jul 31, 2026, 12:43 AM
politics
Illegal artisanal gold mining fuels lost revenue, weakened governance, and increased security and environmental threats worldwide.
The Hill | Jul 30, 2026, 3:41 PM
world
David Cifaldi survived a serious injury on Montana’s Froze-to-Death Plateau by self-assessing his wound and hiking out with friends to seek help.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 30, 2026, 11:12 AM
business
China's leadership commits to broadening trade relationships while adopting a cautious economic outlook for the latter half of 2026.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 30, 2026, 10:01 AM
world
A major anchorage area off Malaysia’s coast remains a hub for sanctioned Iranian oil sales, with shipments likely destined for China.
Al Jazeera | Jul 30, 2026, 9:01 AM