In recent developments, Malaysia's announcement of a Royal Commission of Inquiry (RCI) into the Pedra Branca dispute with Singapore signals a re-evaluation of the 2018 decision to withdraw its International Court of Justice (ICJ) appeal.
While election day itself was relatively peaceful, with few disturbances reported, the pre-election period was marred by protests and violence, including arson attacks that resulted in four fatalities. Bangladeshi authorities attributed much of the unrest to the BNP, accusing them of attempting to disrupt the electoral process.
Following the Taliban's takeover of Kabul on August 15, 2021, they swiftly declared Afghanistan an "Islamic Emirate" under the leadership of a supreme leader. On the same day, they ordered the closure of all girls' secondary and high schools, with an official decree formalizing this order issued a month later.
Denmark continues to demonstrate its commitment to aiding Afghanistan's humanitarian efforts by donating $6.2 million (equivalent to DKK 42 million) to the United Nations Special Trust Fund for Afghanistan (STFA).
Taiwan's naval modernization efforts have taken a significant leap forward with the unveiling of its new-generation light frigates, poised to become the cornerstone of its maritime defence strategy.
This engagement comes ahead of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s anticipated visit to Vietnam in late January, indicating a desire for cooperation and coordination in managing maritime affairs in the region.
China's Chancay port, a $3.5 billion investment, promises to transform South America's trade with China, accelerating exports of commodities like copper and soy. As part of China's Belt and Road Initiative, it highlights China's expanding influence in the region, challenging traditional powers like the United States and Europe.
The recent Bhutanese parliamentary election marked a significant political development as Tshering Tobgay's People's Democratic Party (PDP) secured a majority of seats, addressing concerns surrounding the economic crisis in the Himalayan nation.
In a significant diplomatic development, North Korea has announced its commitment to further strategic and tactical cooperation with Russia, aiming to establish a new multi-polarized international order.
In an address at the foundation laying ceremony of the Khodaldham Trust Cancer Hospital in Amreli, Gujarat, Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed concerns about the increasing trend of couples opting for destination weddings, outside India.
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