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Politics

Syria’s Path to Stability and Regional Reintegration

The Arab League is preparing to send a special envoy to Damascus to engage with Syria’s new leadership following the recent exit of President Bashar al-Assad.

January, 2025

Politics

The Salvation of El Salvador

El Salvador’s story of transformation has been one of faith, bold leadership and ambitious goals—a story that took the spotlight at the 9th High-Level Meeting of the OECD Development Centre in Paris this month.

December, 2024

Politics

South Africa’s G20 Presidency Champions the African Union Agenda 2063

South Africa’s newly assumed G20 Presidency will prioritize the African Union’s Agenda 2063, positioning the continent’s transformative blueprint at the centre of global discussions.

December, 2024

Politics

President Barzani’s Diplomacy Drives Economic Prosperity in Kurdistan

Kurdistan President Barzani’s focus on international partnerships with Germany and Egypt underscores a vision for his country’s economic growth and diversification.

December, 2024

Politics

Jordanian Foreign Minister Ayman Al-Safadi Talks Border Security with Syria

Non-Resident Researcher at the Stimson Institute in Washington, Amer Al-Sabailah discusses the shifting dynamics in the Middle East as Jordanian Foreign Minister Ayman Al-Safadi made a significant and unannounced visit to Damascus this month.

November, 2024

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President Fico’s China Visit Sparks New Era for Slovakia-China Collaboration

Prime Minister Robert Fico of Slovakia recently concluded what he called the “most important trip of the year” with his official visit to China. According to President Fico, China is becoming a decisive global player as European leaders follow suit.

November, 2024

Politics

ASEAN and China Team Up at Jakarta Forum, Young Scientists Lead the Way

At the recent Jakarta Forum on ASEAN-China Relations, leaders and experts gathered to celebrate the deepening economic ties between ASEAN and China. The event highlighted how both sides have made significant progress in trade, investment, and people-to-people connectivity.

November, 2024

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Malaysia Must Take the Lead for Muslims in Myanmar

Burma Human Rights Network Executive Director Kyaw Win says that Malaysian leaders are vocal about the plight of Muslims in Myanmar and urges them to use their influence under Malaysia’s ASEAN’s chairmanship in 2025.

November, 2024

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CulturalAugust, 2025

The K-Drama That Triggered South Koreans

In gun-free South Korea, a bold K-drama, Trigger, has stirred robust debate about weapons and norms within Korean civil society.

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EconomyAugust, 2025

KSA’s 6 Billion Investment in Syria as Regional Diplomacy Realigns

With USD 6.4 billion in fresh deals, the Kingdom is staking its claim on Syria’s future and sending a clear message: Arab-led recovery is back in focus.

BusinessAugust, 2025

KUN’s 50 Million Aims to Accelerate Stablecoin Adoption Amid Hong Kong’s Regulatory Surge

KUN’s recent Series A $50 million funding round signals a pivotal moment for stablecoins, ushering in a new era of regulated, efficient, and cross-border digital payments across Asia.

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TechJuly, 2025

President Lee Jae-myung Spruiks South Korea’s AI G3 Initiative

South Korea is investing billions into LLM ventures to drive innovation, population growth and strategic partnerships to place it among the top three countries leading in AI-assisted technology ventures.

Food HubMarch, 2025

SE Asia Faces Transboundary Haze Crisis as Fire Hotspots Surge

Persistent dry conditions and climate change is threatening to escalate the transboundary haze crisis across South East Asia.

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Hubba Baba Gannoush, Did Somebody Say Shawarma!

Turkish restaurant Antepli Mediterranean in Albany Park Chicago delights locals who crave middle eastern meats and sweet treats. Be sure to try their fresh pita with beef shawarma and polish it off with a Kunefa and Turkish black tea!

Economy

Social Protection Needed to Support Ageing Populations in APAC

In this week’s newsletter we discuss how megatrends such as an ageing population, cost of living crises and digitalization across APAC are profoundly changing its risk landscape with the Under-Secretary-General of the United Nations and Executive Secretary of ESCAP Armida Salsiah Alisjahbana.