Is there a path to de-escalation and long-term peace? Researcher Iftekharul Basha from the S Rajaratnam School of International Studies think-tank wrote in a commentary after the April attack in Pahalgam that India needs to take steps to ensure social cohesion and co-existence; and respect diversity. “Alienating Indian Muslims will…
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India and the United Kingdom have reached a free trade agreement following three years of negotiations. British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has hailed it as a “historic day”, but not everyone is happy. Opposition politicians are concerned about some UK industries will now have to compete with cheaper Indian imports. John Bevir reports from the UK.
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SINGAPORE: Travel agencies in Singapore are re-evaluating tours to Kashmir and Pakistan following a surge in hostilities between India and Pakistan. At least one operator told CNA on Wednesday (May 7) it has already cancelled trips and refunded travellers, while others are adopting a wait-and-see approach. The spike in tensions…
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China’s foreign ministry said the leaders will “rally the Global South, shape global governance in the right direction, unequivocally oppose acts of unilateralism and bullying, and jointly promote an equal and orderly multipolar world”, state broadcaster CCTV said. GUEST OF HONOUR Putin will address the “grandest” ever annual Victory Day…
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BANGKOK: Thailand’s economy and exports will grow less than expected this year because of US tariffs, a leading business group said on Wednesday (May 7), adding the country could lose market share in the United States if a tariff reduction was not secured. Southeast Asia’s second-largest economy was now expected…
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According to Tampines Mall, it will be transforming the space left by Isetan to give customers “an elevated shopping experience with the latest in fashion, beauty, and lifestyle”. With the closure of its Tampines Mall branch, Isetan will only have two outlets left in Singapore: Shaw House in Orchard and Nex…
