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November 15, 2023
Biden’s Goal for Xi Meeting: Get China-US Communications Back to Normal
By Aamer Madhani and Colleen Long
“We’re not trying to decouple from China,” the U.S. president insisted, “but what we’re trying to do is change the relationship for the better.”
November 14, 2023
The APEC Summit Is Happening in San Francisco. What Is APEC, Anyway?
By Colleen Long and Aamer Madhani
An introduction to the 21-member grouping and the main events to watch at this year's summit.
November 13, 2023
Dozens of Chinese Ships Chase Philippine Vessels Near Disputed Shoal
By Jim Gomez and Joeal Calupitan
The confrontation was just the latest Chinese attempt to prevent the resupply of Second Thomas Shoal, a Philippine-occupied feature in the Spratly Islands.
November 10, 2023
Pakistan’s Anti-migrant Crackdown Risks Radicalizing Deported Afghans
By Riazat Butt
It could fuel hatred for Pakistan among those who have been forced out of the country.
November 10, 2023
South Korea, US Close Ranks on Global Issues During Blinken Visit
By Matthew Lee and Kim Tong-hyung
In talks with South Korea’s leadership, including President Yoon Suk-yeol, U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken discussed North Korea as well as the Israel-Gaza and Russia-Ukraine wars.
November 08, 2023
US Plans to Build a $553 Million Terminal at Sri Lanka’s Colombo Port
By Bharatha Mallawarachi and Didi Tang
This is part of Washington’s efforts to compete with China’s rising influence in the Indo-Pacific and South Asia.
November 08, 2023
India Bars Pro-Palestinian Protests in Kashmir
By Aijaz Hussain and Sheikh Saaliq
It is aimed at curbing any form of protest that could turn into demands for ending New Delhi’s rule over the restive region.
November 08, 2023
Military-ruled Myanmar Hosts Joint Naval Exercise With Russia
By Grant Peck
Russia is a major supporter and arms supplier of Myanmar's military government, which seized power and ousted the elected government of Aung San Suu Kyi in February 2021.
November 08, 2023
During China Visit, Australia’s PM Calls for ‘Free and Unimpeded Trade’ to Resume
By Associated Press
The countries agreed to resume an annual leaders meeting, which had been halted by a sharp deterioration in relations during which China slapped tariffs and other restrictions on imports from Australia.
November 07, 2023
Masks are Back, Construction Banned and Schools Shut as Toxic Air Engulfs New Delhi
By Shonal Ganguly and Piyush Nagpal
In winter, the burning of crop residues in neighboring states coincides with cooler temperatures that trap hazardous smoke.
November 07, 2023
Philippine Radio Anchor Killed While on Facebook Livestream
By Jim Gomez
Juan Jumalon’s murder reaffirmed the Philippines’ status as one of the most dangerous places for journalists in the world.
November 06, 2023
Aid Trickles Into Nepal Villages Struck by Earthquake
By Binaj Gurubacharya
Most homes in the quake-hit districts of Jajarkot and Rukum, where houses are traditionally built by stacking rocks and logs, collapsed.