Over 150 Companies Participate in India-Mongolia Business Forum

MONGOLIA: During the visit of President Khurelsukh Ukhnaa of Mongolia to India, the India-Mongolia Business Forum took place in New Delhi. This event gathered government officials, investors, and representatives from over 150 companies from both countries. The attendees talked about the current economic and business situation and looked for ways to work together on long-term [...]

Race for Prime Minister Heats Up Amid Deepening Coalition Divisions

JAPAN: Komeito's exit from the ruling coalition has added more uncertainty to Japan's political scene, with focus now shifting to the prime minister selection vote that is set to happen in the Diet next week. Koichi, the new president of the Liberal Democratic Party, is aiming for the top position, and the result will rely [...]

China’s Forced Return Of North Koreans

Since 2024, China has repatriated more than 400 North Koreans who may be ill-treated in their native country. They are threatened with torture, forced labor, and even death upon return. Among those repatriated are women stuck in forced marriages and workers who demanded unpaid wages. Certain women who come back are compelled to undergo abortions [...]

Tibetan Delegates Speak Out at Conference on Religious Freedom in China

TIBET: The International Republican Institute, along with ICT, the Office of Tibet, and other organizations dedicated to promoting religious freedom in China, organized the event "Faith Under Siege." The event attracted a diverse group of supporters for various causes, including Tibetans, Uighurs, Hong Kong residents, Southern Mongolians, Chinese Christians, and others. "Faith Under Siege brought [...]

China and Philippines Trade Accusations Following New South China Sea Collision

CHINA: Tensions between China and the Philippines have risen again in the South China Sea after their ships collided near the disputed Thitu Island. Both countries have shared different stories about what happened and accused each other of wrongdoing and provocation. Over the past year, tensions have increased steadily, with many maritime clashes that include [...]

Ruling Party Rift Deepens Mongolia’s Political Crisis, Halting Economic Reforms

MONGOLIA: Infighting within the ruling party is hindering important reforms, increasing risks for Mongolia's stability and investment. The push for economic reform in Mongolia has come to a halt due to internal issues. The Mongolian People’s Party, which used to work well together, is now filled with personal conflicts. Prime Minister Gombojavyn Zandanshatar has [...]

Typhoon Slams Japan’s Izu Islands

JAPAN: A powerful typhoon brought heavy rain to a group of Japanese islands located south of Tokyo, prompting the government to warn people about possible landslides and flooding. According to Kyodo News Agency, some areas in the Izu island chain, which is 280 kilometers from Tokyo, experienced record rainfall of around 207 millimeters. Many [...]

Missing Missionary Still Held In North Korea

Kim Jung-wook is a South Korean Christian missionary who was arrested in North Korea almost 12 years ago because of his faith. He was caught in 2013 after bringing religious items into the country. North Korean authorities made him confess to crimes like spying and spreading anti-government messages. In 2014, he was given a life [...]

China Deploys 300,000 Robots to Sustain Factory Output Amid Declining Population

CHINA: The rise of robots in a quickly aging society is helping to address some problems related to a smaller workforce and is enhancing its manufacturing capabilities, which will improve even more as humanoid technology develops, analysts say. Since 2022, China's population has declined by 1.39 million people last year. However, the country now [...]

UN Warns Of Harsh Crackdowns In North Korea

A new UN report says the government in North Korea is becoming harsher and controlling. People are being executed just for watching or sharing foreign movies and shows, and many face forced labour in dangerous jobs. Life is very hard, with not enough food and no freedom to make choices. Technology is being used to [...]

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