West Asia Turmoil, Afghan War Push Pakistan Economy to Brink
Pakistan’s woes deepen with conflict in Afghanistan and battles with the TTP and BLA, straining both its military and economy….reports Asian Lite News Pakistan
Pakistan–Saudi Defence Pact Strained by Afghan War
Pakistan’s escalating military operations along the Afghanistan border are beginning to test its recently signed strategic defence agreement with Saudi Arabia amid rising tensions
Congo Heads to Polls as 3 Million Prepare to Vote
A total of seven candidates are in the running, including incumbent President Denis Sassou N’Guesso….reports Asian Lite News Over three million registered voters in
Somalia warns against any Israeli base plans
Somalia has warned that its territory cannot be used for foreign military operations following reports that Israel may seek to establish a base in
France returns a sacred drum looted from Ivory Coast
France has returned a sacred talking drum looted during the colonial period to Ivory Coast, marking the first such restitution between the two countries
Africa Policymakers Warn Iran Oil Shock
African policymakers have warned that a sharp rise in oil prices linked to the conflict in Iran could complicate monetary policy and threaten the
UK Ends Africa Health Programme
A key UK-backed health initiative in Africa is set to shut down following aid cuts. Experts warn the move could weaken global pandemic preparedness…reports
China Scraps Tariffs for 53 African Nations
China opens its market to 53 African countries with zero tariffs, boosting trade prospects while raising questions about resource dependency and Beijing’s growing strategic
Africa Mulls Chagos-Style Slavery Case Against Britain
African Union explores Chagos-style legal strategy to push former colonial powers into slavery reparations talks….reports Asian Lite News African nations are preparing a legal
Oil Surges Past $100 Amid Iran Conflict
Crude oil prices almost touched $110 per barrel after major Middle East producers reduced output Oil prices soared above $100 a barrel due to
