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Philippines
India-U.S. trade deal unlikely until competitor countries probed, tariffed
An India-U.S. trade agreement is reportedly stalled until the U.S. initiates Section 301 investigations and applies tariffs against India's regional competitors.
Plant scientist and organic farmer A.N. Nagaraj passes away in Shivamogga
Plant scientist and organic farming advocate A.N. Nagaraj died at the age of 97.
China shifts oil market strategy by increasing reserves and refining capacity
China has strengthened its strategic position in the global oil market by increasing stockpiles, expanding refining capacity, and diversifying energy sources.
Asia at Risk of Unrest as El Niño, War Threaten Food Supplies
Consultancy Verisk Maplecroft warns that El Niño and regional conflict are exacerbating food security risks and potential civil unrest across Asia.
Smoke from Indonesian wildfires blankets Malaysia and the Philippines
Wildfires in Indonesia are causing severe air pollution and health concerns across Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, and the Philippines.
Indonesian wildfires cause severe air pollution across Southeast Asia
Wildfires in Indonesia are causing severe air pollution across Southeast Asia, significantly affecting public health in Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, and the Philippines.
Indian Foreign Secretary discusses bilateral cooperation with Chinese officials in Beijing
Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri met Chinese Communist Party officials in Beijing to discuss bilateral cooperation.
Marco Rubio and Sergey Lavrov meet in Manila to discuss Ukraine war
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio will meet Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov in Manila to discuss restarting talks to end the Ukraine War.
Quad foreign ministers reaffirm commitment to free and open Indo-Pacific
Quad foreign ministers representing India, the US, Australia, and Japan met in Manila to reaffirm commitment to a free and open Indo-Pacific while raising concerns over Chinese assertiveness and export restrictions.
Jaishankar discusses India ASEAN strategic partnership roadmap with Secretary General
India's External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met ASEAN Secretary-General Dr. Kao Kim Hourn in Manila to discuss strengthening the India-ASEAN strategic partnership and the 2026-2030 cooperation roadmap.
Donald Trump threatens Iran with strikes over Strait of Hormuz conflict
US President Donald Trump threatened military strikes on Iranian infrastructure if Iran attacks shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, amidst ongoing conflict and rising oil prices.
Invasive Flowerhorn fish species discovered in Philippine Lake Sampaloc
Invasive Flowerhorn cichlid fish have been discovered in the Philippines' Lake Sampaloc, posing a threat to native species and aquaculture.