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South Asia
Women as Catalysts for Change
By Pirah Aijaz KARACHI: A woman is not just a part of society – she is a catalyst for change. Today, women in Pakistan are redefining roles, shaping mindsets, and leading transformations across every sphere of life, all while carrying the weight of multiple responsibilities. Yet, the path is not…
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Khaleda Zia, Bangladesh’s First Female Prime Minister, Dies at 80
Khaleda Zia By Bhanu Ranjan Chakraborty DHAKA: Begum Khaleda Zia, Bangladesh’s first female Prime Minister and long-time Chairperson of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), passed away after a prolonged illness.She died at 6 am on Tuesday (30 December 2025) while undergoing treatment at Evercare Hospital in the capital Dhaka.The interim…
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From Political Changes to Economic Growth, from Wars to Disasters: Asia’s Defining Year 2025 (XIII)
The year 2025 in Asia was shaped by impressive economic performances, historic turning points, lingering tensions between neighbors, high-stakes elections, waves of protest, the change of governments, cautious diplomatic breakthroughs among certain states, and relentless natural disasters with deep scars for peoples and countries. THE AsiaN, founded on Asia Journalist…
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From Political Changes to Economic Growth, from Wars to Disasters: Asia’s Defining Year 2025 (XII)
The year 2025 in Asia was shaped by impressive economic performances, historic turning points, lingering tensions between neighbors, high-stakes elections, waves of protest, the change of governments, cautious diplomatic breakthroughs among certain states, and relentless natural disasters with deep scars for peoples and countries. THE AsiaN, founded on Asia Journalist…
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Hangung’s Globalization Gains Momentum with Umpire Seminar in India
By The AsiaN Team KOLKATA, India: The global expansion of Hangung, a two-hands Korean archery, has entered a new phase following a successful certification of 21 international umpires in Kolkata, India. An international Hangung competition is highly likely to take place in Kolkata as early as in July next year,…
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From Political Changes to Economic Growth, from Wars to Disasters: Asia’s Defining Year 2025 (XI)
The year 2025 in Asia was shaped by impressive economic performances, historic turning points, lingering tensions between neighbors, high-stakes elections, waves of protest, the change of governments, cautious diplomatic breakthroughs among certain states, and relentless natural disasters with deep scars for peoples and countries. THE AsiaN, founded on Asia Journalist…
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A Voice of Conscience Falls Silent … Farewell Kang Sola
Solahudin was more than a friend. He was a guide, a bridge, and, when needed, a sharp critic By Eddy Suprapto JAKARTA: May 1998 is a moment etched forever in my memory. The resignation of President Suharto opened a new horizon for pro-democracy activists across Indonesia. President Habibie’s brief tenure…
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From Political Changes to Economic Growth, from Wars to Disasters: Asia’s Defining Year 2025 (X)
The year 2025 in Asia was shaped by impressive economic performances, historic turning points, lingering tensions between neighbors, high-stakes elections, waves of protest, the change of governments, cautious diplomatic breakthroughs among certain states, and relentless natural disasters with deep scars for peoples and countries. THE AsiaN, founded on Asia Journalist…
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From Political Changes to Economic Growth, from Wars to Disasters: Asia’s Defining Year 2025 (IX)
The year 2025 in Asia was shaped by impressive economic performances, historic turning points, lingering tensions between neighbors, high-stakes elections, waves of protest, the change of governments, cautious diplomatic breakthroughs among certain states, and relentless natural disasters with deep scars for peoples and countries. THE AsiaN, founded on Asia Journalist…
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Christians mark Christmas in Bahrain with prayers; King offers world leaders best wishes
By Habib Toumi MANAMA: In keeping with royal traditions, the King of Bahrain, Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, has sent cables of congratulations and best wishes to the leaders of several countries celebrating Christmas. “HM the King wished the leaders health and happiness and their people further progress and prosperity,”…
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