Politics

A joint defense agreement between Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Türkiye lacks public detail; key questions remain on scope, legal basis and operational effect.

Defectors say Myanmar military plans to intensify air campaigns in Rakhine to defend strategic townships, raising concerns about civilian safety.

A sudden order to scale back Ulchi Freedom Shield appears militarily limited but risks turning alliance readiness into a bargaining tool.

A hacker claims data belonging to 15 million Kazakhstanis was taken from the national eGov service. Kazakh authorities have opened an investigation into the allegation and said they are examining the system.

China has promoted a former ambassador to Mongolia into a senior Asian affairs role, signalling a tactical shift in diplomacy while institutional limits constrain broader change.

A recent personnel move elevating a former ambassador to Mongolia marks an operational adjustment in Beijing's management of Asian affairs, reflecting emphasis on regional experience while leaving broader strategic policy unchanged.

China elevated a former ambassador to Mongolia in an Asian affairs reshuffle, adjusting diplomatic implementation while centralised decision-making limits wider policy change.

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