Asia·Aug 17, 2026
Iran Courts Asian Powers at SCO and BRICS Summits Amid Hormuz Closure
Tehran seeks regional backing to reopen strategic waterway as Washington's influence wanes in the Gulf
By Priyanka V. Rao · 4 min ·
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Asia·Aug 9, 2026
Japan Prepares Alternative Career Track to Boost UN Representation
Tokyo weighs new pathways for civil servants as it seeks to counter China's expanding footprint in international organizations
By Aiko Nakamura · 3 min ·
Asia·Aug 5, 2026
US State Department Moves to Close Five Diplomatic Posts Across Asia and Beyond
Planned shutdowns in Indonesia, Japan, Canada, Grenada, and Cameroon mark rare downsizing of America's diplomatic presence as administration prioritizes cost-cutting over global footprint.
By Priyanka V. Rao · 3 min ·