33 y. ago The Sydney Morning Herald from Sydney, New South Wales, Australia • Page 12

The Sydney Morning Herald from Sydney, New South Wales, Australia • Page 12  Newspapers.com

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92 m. ago China’s call for restraint comes hours before India, Pakistan agree to ‘full ceasefire’

Beijing expresses ‘deep concern’ over escalation, with Donald Trump posting hours later about ‘full and immediate ceasefire’ mediated by US.

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1 hour ago India and Pakistan agree to ‘immediate’ ceasefire, Pakistani foreign minister says

India and Pakistan have agreed to an immediate end to weeks of fighting after US-mediated talks, with Pakistan’s foreign minister confirming.

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1 hour ago India and Pakistan agree to ceasefire after weeks of deadly clashes

The conflict was triggered by a massacre of tourists last month that India blames on Pakistan.

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5 h. ago Fears among India’s farmers rise over US food imports crossing ‘red line’

India is concerned about its food security and the livelihoods of its farmers if more US food imports are allowed.

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6 h. ago US and China begin trade talks, but will it be handshakes or walkouts in the end?

US and China begin trade talks, but will it be handshakes or walkouts in the end?  South China Morning Post

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7 h. ago As Philippines reels from fatal crashes, road safety overhaul calls mount

From unlicensed drivers to substandard infrastructure, the deadly aftermath of recent crashes is forcing a reckoning on Philippine roads.

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8 h. ago Kiss and tail: China’s hit spy drama gets pro tips from top security agency

Kiss and tail: China’s hit spy drama gets pro tips from top security agency  South China Morning Post

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10 h. ago South Korea’s conservative party swaps presidential candidate in ‘overnight political coup’

South Korea’s conservative party nullified its primary and replaced presidential candidate Kim Moon-soo with former PM Han Duck-soo a week after Kim’s selection.

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10 h. ago Taiwan’s Lai accused of ignoring Japanese invasion of China with V

Opposition lawmakers and historians challenge the Taiwanese leader’s remarks, which were also denounced by Beijing.

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10 h. ago Taiwan’s Lai accused of ignoring Japanese invasion of China with VE Day speech

Opposition lawmakers and historians challenge the Taiwanese leader’s remarks, which were also denounced by Beijing.

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11 h. ago Villanova rejoices as alumnus, American ‘Bob’ becomes Pope Leo XIV, the first US pontiff

The US university, steeped in Augustinian tradition, celebrated its first papal link – Cardinal Robert Prevost.

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12 h. ago China dumping US Treasuries would be the nuclear option, economist says

China dumping US Treasuries would be the nuclear option, economist says  South China Morning Post

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12 h. ago No ‘radical changes’ from Australia as Albanese looks to shore up alliances

Canberra expected to continue managing close US relationship as it leans towards boosting ties with Southeast Asia, analysts note.

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12 h. ago Can Hong Kong truly live up to its ‘Asia’s world city’ brand?

To thrive as a superconnector, the city must draw on its roots as a place where East meets West, not just in geography but in spirit.

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13 h. ago China will have over 100 nuclear reactors which could be war targets: PLA study

China will have over 100 nuclear reactors which could be war targets: PLA study  South China Morning Post

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14 h. ago Water wars: as India weaponises rivers, Pakistan thirsts for security

India’s suspension of a decades-old water treaty has left Pakistan’s farmers facing ruin. Rivers are becoming battlegrounds elsewhere, too.

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15 h. ago Beijing Touts Malaria Victory in African ‘Discourse Power’ Push

Beijing Touts Malaria Victory in African ‘Discourse Power’ Push  The Jamestown Foundation

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18 h. ago Trump says 80% tariff on China ‘seems right’ ahead of weekend talks with Beijing

Trump says 80% tariff on China ‘seems right’ ahead of weekend talks with Beijing  Fox News

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18 h. ago VATICAN/4 Congratulations from Beijing, but no news on official Catholic websites

VATICAN/4 Congratulations from Beijing, but no news on official Catholic websites  AsiaNews

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