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Economic Security Comes from Openness in Southeast Asia
| Arrizal Jaknanihan | The world has witnessed the emergence of a geoeconomic order, in which major countries increasingly view economic interdependence as a source of… READ MORE
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Myanmar Holds First Post-Coup Election amid Conflict and International Skepticism
Myanmar on Sunday launched its first general election in five years, with early voters lining up outside polling stations across parts of the military-ruled country,… READ MORE
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Prabowo’s Active Diplomacy Requires Stronger Institutional Alignment
| Jefferson Ng | Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto’s first year in office has been marked by an unusually intense amount of diplomatic activity, including 32 foreign… READ MORE
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Tarique Rahman, chairman of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) and eldest son of former President Ziaur Rahman and former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia, was sworn in as Prime Minister on February 17, 2026. Rahman formed a 49-member cabinet, including 25 ministers and 24 state ministers, following the BNP’s decisive victory in the 13th parliamentary elections…
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Donald Trump’s 47th Inaugural Speech: A Vision for Leadership and Peacemaking
[Ethan Oliver Brooks, Shongjog columnist] In his first speech as the 47th President of the United States, Donald Trump laid out a bold and expansive…
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Trump Signs Executive Order Aiming to Strengthen U.S. Leadership in Artificial Intelligence
President Donald Trump signed a groundbreaking Executive Order on January 23 aimed at maintaining the United States’ position as the global leader in Artificial Intelligence…
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In California, Red Flag Warnings Continue amid Ongoing Wildfires
Millions of residents across Southern California are under urgent red flag warnings as dangerous fire conditions persist. The National Weather Service (NWS) extended the warning…
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Donald Trump’s Inauguration Address as the 47th U.S. President: Full Speech
“Thank you. Thank you very much everybody. Well, thank you very, very much. Vice President Vance, Speaker Johnson, Senator Thune, Chief Justice Roberts, justices of…
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Southern California Struggles with Historic Firestorm: Multiple Wildfires Cause Devastation
Southern California is in the grips of a historic firestorm as multiple wildfires erupt across the region, fueled by gusty winds, dry conditions, and an…
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Southern California Faces Dangerous Windstorm as Fire Threat Intensifies
Millions of Southern Californians are bracing for a life-threatening windstorm, as wildfires spread across the Los Angeles area, fueled by powerful winds and dry conditions.…
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Trudeau Announces Resignation amid Growing Pressure from Liberals and Public Discontent
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has announced he will step down from his position after nine years at the helm of the country, citing internal…
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Malaysia to Launch New Search for MH370 Wreckage
In a significant development for the long-unsolved mystery of Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370, Malaysia’s Transport Minister Anthony Loke announced that the government has agreed in…
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Germany Warns Turkey against Attacking Kurds in Syria, Citing Broader Security Risks
Germany has issued a strong warning to Turkey regarding the potential consequences of targeting Kurdish forces in Syria amid ongoing geopolitical tensions. German Foreign Minister…
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Syria’s First Major Diplomatic Engagements Following Leadership Change
Syria’s new leader, Ahmed al-Sharaa, has initiated a series of high-profile diplomatic meetings aimed at fostering regional cooperation and advancing reconstruction efforts following the ousting…
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High-Stakes Battle for Influence in a Post-Assad Middle East
[Ali Mohammed Al-Jaber, Shongjog columnist] The recent Op-Ed article published in the Oped Column Syndication provides a compelling analysis of the complex geopolitical dynamics following…
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Ousted Syrian President Bashar al-Assad Flees to Moscow
In a dramatic turn of events, ousted Syrian President Bashar al-Assad fled to Moscow on Sunday, seeking refuge in Russia hours after a stunning rebel…
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International Reactions to Fall of Bashar al-Assad
In a dramatic and historic turn of events, Syrian opposition fighters have announced that Syria has been “liberated” following their successful storming of Damascus. The…
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Syrian Rebels Oust Assad, Ending Decades of Autocratic Rule
In a seismic shift that marks the end of President Bashar al-Assad’s family rule, Syrian rebels declared on Sunday that they had seized control of…
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Donald Trump’s Key Cabinet Picks and Top Administration Staff
The United States President-elect Donald Trump has unveiled a slate of high-profile Cabinet and administration appointments, signaling the direction his second term could take. The…
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Universal ‘Right to Education’: Ensuring Access, Equality and Quality for All
The universal right to education is a fundamental principle that recognizes education as a human right, essential for the full development of a person and…
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Trump Nominates Billionaire Scott Bessent to Lead Treasury Department as He Finalizes Cabinet Picks
Donald Trump has nominated Wall Street financier Scott Bessent to head the U.S. Treasury Department, a key position overseeing tax policy, public debt, international finance…
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Donald Trump Nominates Pam Bondi as His Pick for Attorney General
U.S. President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Pam Bondi as his pick for Attorney General, following the sudden withdrawal of his initial choice, Rep. Matt Gaetz.…
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