Taiwanese Americans Express Concerns Over Potential Trump Presidency

August 30, 2024

Taiwanese Americans for Harris, a grassroots organization, have voiced concerns that a potential second term for Donald Trump could jeopardize Taiwan's security, according to Taiwan News. Jay Chen, Co-Chairperson of the group and a lieutenant commander in the US Naval Reserves, highlighted that President Joe Biden has been notably supportive...

Baloch Community Condemns Alleged Genocide by Pakistani Forces

August 30, 2024

On Friday, the Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC), a prominent advocate for Baloch rights, condemned what it describes as an escalation of the Baloch Genocide Policy by Pakistan. The committee's statement followed the discovery of mutilated bodies across Balochistan, which it claims reflects a deepening of the region's humanitarian crisis. According...

India and Singapore to Focus on Advanced Manufacturing and Connectivity

August 27, 2024

On August 27, 2024, India and Singapore convened the second round of the India-Singapore Ministerial Roundtable (ISMR) in Singapore, where they reviewed their strategic partnership and outlined new areas for cooperation. The meeting was attended by key Indian officials including Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, Commerce...

Macron Rejects Left-Wing Government to Maintain Institutional Stability

August 27, 2024

French President Emmanuel Macron has ruled out the possibility of appointing a left-wing government, citing concerns over "institutional stability." This decision comes amid a political deadlock following the July elections, which resulted in a fragmented National Assembly. In the July elections, the left-wing New Popular Front (NFP) alliance secured the...

Japan Accuses China of Airspace Violation for the First Time

August 27, 2024

Japan has accused China of violating its airspace for the first time ever. On Monday, Japan's defense ministry reported that a Chinese Y-9 surveillance aircraft breached Japanese airspace off the Danjo Islands in Nagasaki Prefecture at 11:29 a.m. The intrusion lasted for two minutes, prompting Japan to deploy fighter jets...

Bangladesh Interim Govt should Establish Independent Investigation Mechanism: Human Rights Watch

August 27, 2024

Human Rights Watch has called on Bangladesh’s interim government to propose a resolution at the upcoming session of the United Nations Human Rights Council to establish an independent mechanism for investigating and holding accountable those responsible for recent serious human rights abuses in Bangladesh. The 57th session of the UN...

US National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan Begins Beijing Visit

August 27, 2024

United States National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan arrived in Beijing on Tuesday for a three-day visit. Sullivan is set to meet with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi during his trip. Upon landing at Beijing Capital International Airport, Sullivan was greeted by Yang Tao of China’s Foreign Ministry and US Ambassador...

Imran Khan Addresses National Reconciliation, Law and Order Issues

August 27, 2024

Former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan voiced concerns on Monday about deteriorating law and order in Balochistan and Punjab, attributing these issues to a particular institution. Speaking to reporters following a hearing at Adiala Jail regarding a £190 million corruption case, Khan stated that his party, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), would...

UN Expresses Deep Concern Over New Morality Law in Afghanistan

August 25, 2024

The United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) has voiced significant concern over Afghanistan's new morality law, enacted by the country’s de facto authorities. The law, which introduces sweeping restrictions on personal conduct, has been described by UNAMA as a "distressing vision for Afghanistan's future." The Taliban authorities ratified the...

France: Suspect Detained in Synagogue Arson Attack

August 25, 2024

French authorities have apprehended a suspect in connection with the attempted arson of a synagogue in La Grande-Motte, a southern town near Montpellier, CNN reported. The arrest was made after a raid in Nimes on Saturday by elite police units, including the RAID team, known for its counter-terrorism expertise. Interior...