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Thailand urges return to multilateralism as “nobody can go it alone”

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Azerbaijan

Middle East and Asian leaders gather in Baku despite disagreements

Middle East and Asian leaders, including those on opposing sides of conflicts, held a rare summit in Baku focusing on "confidence-building measures," addressing differences but also the opportunities of new transport corridors and economic realignments amid evolving global reshapes.

15 October 2026

Europe News

Euronews explains: Does the EU have enough gas for winter?

With winter approaching and gas storage at record-low levels, EU governments are bracing for soaring costs as they compete with Asian buyers to secure supplies and avert power outages.

28 September 2026

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Tomorrow's Infrastructure: AIIB Raises Its Development Ambitions for a Second Decade

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AIIB enters its second decade focused on impact, using guarantees and partnerships to mobilise capital for climate-friendly, resilient infrastructure.

27 September 2026

World News

Scientists: Climate change was key factor in deadly Nepal-China flood

Researchers said the flood was caused by a "compound crisis" shaped by long-term warming, glacier retreat, permafrost thaw and geological instability. A 2015 earthquake is also thought to have played a role.

17 September 2026

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Bishkek summit marks 25 years of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation

In partnership with Ministry of culture, information and youth policy of the Kyrgyz Republic

World leaders gathered in Bishkek for the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation’s 25th anniversary summit, as Kyrgyzstan concluded its year as chair.

11 September 2026

Business

Azerbaijan’s state oil fund helps launch China-ASEAN investment council

SOFAZ is the only founder from outside East and Southeast Asia, reflecting Azerbaijan’s position on the trade corridor between Asia and Europe.

11 September 2026

Travel News

Thailand confirms it will cut visa-free stays for EU travellers

Travellers from EU countries will have less time to explore Thailand without a visa from 15 September, as the popular holiday destination halves its current 60-day allowance.

1 September 2026

Europe News

Europe faces race to refill gas storage as LNG cargoes flow to Asia

After spending much of the past two years rebuilding its gas security following the loss of Russian pipeline supplies, Europe is again facing high natural gas prices due to volatility in global markets linked to disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz.

Japan

Japan revises succession law but retains ban on female emperors

Nationwide opinion polls in Japan have suggested broad public support for a female emperor, but some conservative political figures remain opposed to the idea.

Markets

Asian stocks rally after Dow sets fresh record

Asian markets pushed higher on Friday after the Dow Jones Industrial Average closed at another record high, with several AI and related chip stocks staging a rebound even as others extended their recent slide.

Destinations

How to fly to Asia from Europe for less

In this guide, we’re helping you discover the most affordable flight routes between Europe and Asia.

Markets

Asian stocks slide on chip sell-off as markets await US jobs data

Asian markets mostly fell on Thursday as a heavy sell-off in chip shares spread across the region, while European stocks opened flat and US futures pointed lower ahead of a closely watched American jobs report.

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Charting the Path Forward: AIIB President Zou Jiayi on Sustainable Infrastructure in Asia and Beyond

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After visiting 15 member economies, AIIB President Zou Jiayi heard a clear call to scale up impact. Highlighting projects that improve lives, she reaffirmed AIIB’s commitment to sustainable infrastructure, innovation, integrity and multilateral cooperation across Asia and beyond.

China

Hong Kong proposes city's leader decide national security offences

After massive democracy protests rocked the Asian financial hub in 2019, Beijing imposed a national security law that has been used to arrest many leading activists.

Travel News

‘If you throw trash, you lose cash’: Tokyo tourists face fines

Visitors caught dropping rubbish in Tokyo’s popular Shibuya ward will now be fined on the spot as authorities battle the side effects of Japan’s record tourism boom.

Travel News

Iran conflict threatens Southeast Asia’s summer tourism season

Tourism across Southeast Asia was finally recovering from the pandemic. Now, soaring fuel prices, flight disruptions, and growing economic uncertainty linked to the Iran conflict are threatening to slow demand just as the region enters its crucial summer travel season.