Indonesia pushes Muslim-friendly tourism to boost Islamic economy
Indonesia is promoting Muslim-friendly tourism to strengthen its Islamic economy, attract high-quality investment, and … Source: en.antaranews.com
Indonesia, Australia strengthen creative economy cooperation
Indonesia’s Creative Economy Minister Teuku Riefky Harsya hosted Australia’s Minister for the Arts Tony … Source: en.antaranews.com
Iran prepared for ‘fair’ talks with US but not on defence capabilities, Araqchi says
ISTANBUL, Jan 30 — Iran is prepared for the resumption of talks with the United States, but they should be fair and not include Iran’s defence capabilities, Iran’s chief diplomat said on Friday, as regional powers work to prevent military conflict between the two foes. Source: www.straitstimes.com
China to lift restrictions on UK lawmakers, PM Starmer says
SHANGHAI, Jan 30 — China is set to lift restrictions which it had imposed on a group of British lawmakers, Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Friday, meaning that they will now be free to travel to China. Source: www.straitstimes.com
India arrests owner, manager after warehouse blaze kills 25
Rescuers are still combing through the debris for dozens more still feared missing. Source: www.straitstimes.com
Visit by Britain’s PM Starmer shows drawbacks of ‘China pivot’ in countering Trump
It is unclear what tangible long-term benefits such overture will yield, experts say. Source: www.straitstimes.com
Visit by Britain’s Starmer shows drawbacks of ‘China pivot’ in countering Trump
HONG KONG/BEIJING, Jan 30 — British Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s visit to China is the latest win Beijing can tout in its rivalry with Washington, but the deals he brings back to London also show the limits of the balancing act that middle powers may try to play. Source: www.straitstimes.com
South Korea, Japan defence ministers agree to upgrade cooperation
The two countries have in recent months drawn closer in political ties under new leaders. Source: www.straitstimes.com
China coast guard patrolled Japan-held islands almost daily in 2025 as tensions flare
The patrols could add to tensions as China and Japan are embroiled in a diplomatic dispute. Source: www.straitstimes.com
Barring last-minute nuclear deal, US and Russia teeter on brink of new arms race
LONDON/WASHINGTON, Jan 30 — The United States and Russia could embark on an unrestrained nuclear arms race for the first time since the Cold War, unless they reach an eleventh-hour deal before their last remaining arms control treaty expires in less than a week. Source: www.straitstimes.com
Новая Зеландия не присоединится к «Совету мира» — премьер-министр
Веллингтон, 30 января /Синьхуа/ — Новая Зеландия не присоединится к «Совету мира», который создается по инициативе президента США Дональда Трампа. Об этом заявил в пятницу премьер-министр страны
Force won’t bring true peace for Taiwan, president tells Pope Leo in letter
The Vatican is one of only 12 countries to maintain formal diplomatic ties with Chinese-claimed Taiwan. Source: www.straitstimes.com
Force won’t bring true peace for Taiwan, president tells Pope Leo in letter
TAIPEI, Jan 30 — Any attempt to change Taiwan’s status quo by force or coercion cannot bring true peace, Taiwan President Lai Ching-te said in a letter to Pope Leo released by the presidential office on Friday. Source: www.straitstimes.com
Партия солидарности и развития Союза получила большинство мест в парламенте Мьянмы
25 января, Янгон, Мьянма. Сотрудники Союзной избирательной комиссии подсчитывают распечатанные протоколы голосования в ходе третьего этапа всеобщих выборов на избирательном участке в Янгоне. /Фото:
Еще 11 тел найдены после крушения парома на юге Филиппин
Манила, 29 января /Синьхуа/ — Еще 11 тел были обнаружены после того, как местные жители присоединились к поискам пропавших пассажиров парома, затонувшего у берегов провинции Басилан на юге Филиппин.