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The Philippines pushes back against Chinese aggression in the South China Sea
Recent incidents, from naval collisions to dangerous aerial interceptions, illustrate the fraught nature of the region, and reveal the Philippines’ evolving strategy to defend its maritime rights.
South Korean exports under pressure from expanding US trade barriers
South Korea, one of the world’s most export-dependent economies, is entering a turbulent period as protectionist measures from the United States intensify.
How is Thailand’s latest political maelstrom affecting the monarchy?
Thailand’s monarchy remains the country’s most sacrosanct and enduring institution, buttressed by draconian lèse-majesté laws and the concept of the “network monarchy” - a web of royal proxies and conservative institutions.
More than 300,000 Syrians may have gone missing under Assad's rule, new investigations reveal
Syria's National Authority for the Missing estimates up to 300,000 people disappeared under Assad rule from 1970 onwards, with 63 documented mass graves mapped across the country.
Ukraine goes into production of Flamingo ICBM
Flamingo is part of Ukraine's broader push to develop independent strike capabilities, as it has been sorely lacking in missiles that can strike targets deep in Russia’s hinterland.
Turkey lavishes further fortunes on city hospital contractors
Officials ensure “custom” for giant complexes by shutting down more convenient local state facilities.
BEYOND THE BOSPOROS: Business as usual in Turkey as regime’s gangs get to work on “Bourse Ekrem”
For many targeted by judicial operations, there’s a going rate to buy freedom.
Protests enter a dangerous new phase in Serbia
Violent clashes between anti-government demonstrators, regime supporters and riot police have become a nightly occurrence.
How North Korea sees the South’s new president - and what lies ahead on the Korean Peninsula
Any real breakthroughs will hinge on trust, mutual recognition, and perhaps the intervention of external actors.
Has Turkey entered “arms race” with Saudi Arabia for football prestige?
Galatasaray’s €75mn deal for striker Osimhen latest example of debt-ridden top Turkish clubs paying out mega bucks for players.
Outrage in Indonesia as property tax soars by 250%
The policy swiftly met with public opposition. Protesters confronted authorities to retrieve the contributions, resulting in verbal clashes and physical scuffles.
Boost for event tourism as J.Lo concert showcases Tashkent’s ability to put on world-class entertainment
State coffers, meanwhile, get $3mn tax boost.
Four million pilgrims from 140 nations converge on Iraq for Arba'een
At least 4.1mn people have attended the 2025 Araba'een pilgrimage in Iraq, according to local officials.
Does Donald Trump deserve a Nobel Peace Prize?
After the White House dubbed Donald Trump the "president for peace", bne IntelliNews contributors assess how much substance there is behind the international diplomatic triumphs claimed by his administration.
Jimmy Lai becomes a symbol of hope and despair in fallen Hong Kong
Hong Kong is gone. Taiwan and the South China Sea must not, at any cost, follow suit.
Indian used car market in the fast lane
India’s used-car market is expected to see sales volumes surpass 6mn units in the current fiscal year, according to a recent CRISIL Ratings report.
PANNIER: Testing time for exiled Tajik opposition as "reformers" announce breakaway party
Reformers Movement to take on Islamic Renaissance Party in battle to win right to lead fight against strongman Rahmon.
Iranian official's visit to Beirut highlights tensions over Hezbollah
Ali Larijani, Secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council, arrived in Beirut on August 13 for the second leg of his regional tour, aimed at engaging with Lebanese political leaders.
ASEAN is going nuclear – it's just a matter of time
Across the ASEAN bloc, energy security, surging data-centre demand and net-zero pledges are nudging governments to revisit their nuclear options.
Japan becomes the pillar of security in northeast Asia
Japan's rapid technological leap in embracing stealth aircraft, maritime-launch F-35Bs, advanced missile defence, AI-enabled drones and space-based surveillance, brings a strategic balance to the region.