North Korea's obsessive, militaristic training of preteen girls has made it a powerhouse in youth women's soccer, securing propaganda wins for Kim Jong Un's regime. Explore the high-stakes world behind their success.
North Korea alleges a South Korean spy drone intruded its airspace in January, displaying wreckage as proof. Seoul denies involvement, launching an investigation. Tensions rise on the Korean Peninsula.
Kim Jong Un warns Seoul of heavy price after North Korea shoots down alleged South Korean drone. Pyongyang releases wreckage footage, escalating Korean Peninsula tensions. Read the full story.
India and EU push forward on FTA talks, a forced landing in Rourkela, and global diplomatic rows. Get the latest updates on key national and international developments.
North Korea alleges South Korean drones violated its border, threatening severe consequences. Seoul denies the claims, sparking fresh tensions on the Korean peninsula. Read the full details.
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung asked Chinese President Xi Jinping to mediate the North Korea nuclear crisis. Read about the diplomatic push and China's response.
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung shared a candid selfie with Chinese President Xi Jinping on January 7, 2026. Explore the details and significance of this diplomatic gesture.
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung snapped a viral selfie with China's Xi Jinping using a gifted Xiaomi phone. The moment, shared on X, signals warming ties amid complex geopolitics. Read the full story.
Analysis of China's foreign policy shift as it stops publicly urging North Korean denuclearization. Experts cite US tensions & Pyongyang's nuclear resolve. Read key details.
South Korea extends its visa processing fee waiver for group tourists from India, China, and 4 other countries until June 30, 2025. Learn how this move aims to boost tourism recovery.
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung arrives in Beijing for a crucial four-day visit, meeting Xi Jinping to discuss trade, security, and regional stability. Read the full analysis.
Kim Jong-un fires ballistic missiles hours after US captures Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro. Analysis links timing to South Korea-China talks. Read the full report.
North Korea launched multiple ballistic missiles into the Sea of Japan, escalating tensions just as South Korea's President heads to China for crucial talks on Pyongyang's nuclear programme and Taiwan. Read the full analysis.
Japan issued an emergency alert after North Korea fired ballistic missiles, escalating tensions ahead of a key South Korea-China summit. Read the latest updates.
North Korea fired a ballistic missile towards the sea off its east coast, South Korea's military confirmed. The launch adds to tensions in the region. Read the full report for details.
South Korean opposition leader Lee Jae-myung reaffirmed the One-China policy, supporting Beijing's stance on Taiwan ahead of his crucial state visit to China. Read the full diplomatic analysis.
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un visited the Kumsusan Palace of the Sun with his daughter Ju Ae on New Year's Day, intensifying speculation about her future political role. Read the full analysis.
China imposes a 13% VAT on condoms and contraceptive pills, ending a three-decade exemption. This policy shift aims to counter a deepening demographic crisis as births hit record lows. Read the full analysis.
South Koreans can now read North Korea's Rodong Sinmun without prior approval, a symbolic policy shift under President Lee Jae Myung aimed at improving inter-Korean ties. Discover the details and mixed reactions.
China introduces a new 'contraceptive tax' to boost birth rates. We explain the policy's details, its economic logic, and why experts doubt its effectiveness. Read more.
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un's 2026 New Year speech celebrated a military pact with Russia, involving troop deployments to Ukraine. Read the full analysis of the strategic shift.
China asserts it mediated India-Pakistan talks in May 2025, a claim New Delhi firmly rejects, stating issues were resolved through direct DGMO-level talks. Explore the diplomatic implications.
China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi reveals Beijing's mediation in the May 2025 India-Pakistan Operation Sindoor conflict. Read the full analysis of regional diplomacy and its implications.
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi identifies India-Pakistan tensions among critical global issues requiring mediation. Read the full analysis of China's diplomatic stance and regional implications.
Celebrating its 13th anniversary, the Korean Cultural Centre India unveils 'Travelling Sketch: Beyond Us, Between Us', featuring 200+ artworks by Indian and Korean artists. Explore cultural exchange through travel-inspired art until Feb 28, 2026.
South Korea ends a decades-old ban, permitting public access to North Korea's Rodong Sinmun newspaper. This bold move sparks debate on propaganda risks and inter-Korean dialogue. Read the full analysis.
South Korea secured over 20% of global shipbuilding orders in early 2024, while China's market share dipped below 50%. Explore the shifting dynamics in the shipbuilding industry.
A deep dive into China's week: US DoD report on Arunachal, sanctions on US firms, falling industrial profits, and the potential return of K-pop. Key developments explained.
A new report shatters the illusion of China's economic resilience, revealing a deepening structural crisis driven by debt, property collapse, and demographic decline. What does this mean for global markets? Read the full analysis.
Senior advocate Norma Alvares highlights mediation's role in empowering women at a national symposium. She calls it a compassionate tool for justice, addressing power imbalances in disputes.