No mountain high enough: Assessing geohazard risks using satellite technology in South Asia

In the breathtaking terrains of South Asia, where soaring mountains and high-altitude communities coexist, the menace of landslides and their catastrophic aftermaths looms large. Imagine a technology that can identify areas at high risk of landslides and …

Chiefs of Defense of Central and South Asia hold meeting in Tashkent

AKIPRESS.COM - The Central and South Asian countries Chiefs of Defense Conference was held at the Palace of International Forums "Uzbekistan" in Tashkent, the Ministry of Defense of Uzbekistan told Gazeta.uz. It was attended by delegations from …

El Niño, India rice export ban cause food security fears in SE Asia

In many Southeast Asian languages the word “rice” is used to mean “to eat” or “have a meal” because it is the lifeblood of the region. The grain provides 50% to 70% of the calorie intake for Southeast Asia’s people and the region accounts for 30% of the …

‘Risk of miscalculation’ rises in South China Sea as Beijing ramps up aggressive tactics

In shaky camera footage, a member of the Philippine coast guard can be seen dipping below the waters of South China Sea, ready to carry out the instructions of the country’s president. “Just cut it off,” says a voice in the background and the coast guard, …

China Eyes Political Turmoil in South Korea to Boost Influence

The political climate in South Korea is prone to frequent storms. Dark clouds have formed around two prominent figures: the prime minister and the leader of the opposition. A majority of members of parliament want the PM to be fired for incompetence, while …

China's South China Sea Tactics Push Manila to Become More Assertive

TAIPEI, TAIWAN —  A bold move by the Philippine coast guard this week to publicly cut loose a floating barrier installed by China near a disputed South China Sea lagoon highlights how Beijing's actions are fueling forceful responses, analysts say. It …

Out & About: Things to do in the Long Beach, South Bay areas Sept. 29-Oct. 5

Sept. 29 Arts and Crafts: With Agape Children’s Museum. Presented by Long Beach Public Library. Dana Neighborhood Library, 3680 Atlantic Ave. 11 a.m.-noon. 562-570-1042, tinyurl.com/mr3n556z. Friday Fun: “Lucha Libre Masks.” Presented by Palos Verdes …

US commends Philippines on removal of Chinese barrier in South China Sea

The Philippines' removal of a Chinese floating barrier near the Scarborough Shoal in a disputed part of the South China Sea was "a bold step in defending their own sovereignty," a senior U.S. defense official said on Thursday. Manila had …

Roojai’s South-East Asia M&A play to see GWP double

XIX International is bringing corporate trade consulting to Asia and Africa

XIX International already provides trade consulting services to the Middle East trading companies with unique proposition of helping trading firms to get clarity on exact client requirement while at the same time helping clients to get the exact clarity on …