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Myanmar Junta Ends State of Emergency

NAYPYIDAW — Myanmar’s military junta on Thursday formally lifted a four-year state of emergency and announced the formation of a civilian-led interim government ahead of long-promised national elections. Despite the announcement, the country’s military chief, Senior General Min Aung Hlaing, … Continue reading Myanmar Junta Ends State of Emergency

DGCA report: 51 safety violations at Air India

NEW DELHI – India’s aviation watchdog, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), has identified a total of 51 safety violations at Air India in its 2025 annual audit, including seven serious “Level I” breaches that must be corrected by … Continue reading DGCA report: 51 safety violations at Air India

ASEAN countries Face Higher Duties than neighbors

HANOI/JAKARTA/MANILA/KUALA LUMPUR – The recent conclusion of tariff negotiations between the United States and several Asian countries has revealed a stark disparity: while South Korea and Japan secured a reduced 15% import tariff into the U.S., ASEAN countries such as … Continue reading ASEAN countries Face Higher Duties than neighbors

Trump and South Korea Seal Tariff Deal: 15 percent

WASHINGTON/SEOUL — The United States and South Korea have reached a high-stakes trade agreement that defuses a potential tariff escalation and opens the door to significant South Korean investments in the U.S. economy. The deal, announced by former U.S. President … Continue reading Trump and South Korea Seal Tariff Deal: 15 percent