Author: Sandhya Velivela

The Sri Lankan Navy rescued nearly 100 Rohingya refugees traveling from Myanmar to other neighboring countries, found along the Sri Lankan coastline on their way to Indonesia. The Sri Lankan Navy detected them over 3.5 nautical miles from the shore. 154 Rohingya from sinking boat off the country’s coast (Image Source: AP) Rohingyas escape from Myanmar in search of employment and survival. They travel, risking their lives, through oceans and rivers to neighboring countries, mostly Southeast Asian nations, in the hope of having a better life. HighlightsRohingyasRefugees Crisis all over the world Captain Wickramasuriya, in his statement to Reuters, said that…

The CIA’s Chief William Burns says that the Russians are backed by the concerns raised by India and China over the use of nuclear weapons in the Ukraine war. William states that he does not have evidence of Russia’s use of nuclear power at this time, has issued a warning about the escalation of war if the Kremlin uses nuclear power, and has mentioned Putin’s statement about the war’s prolongation. in an interview with PBS. In October, sources revealed that the Kremlin used Kamikaze drones during the attack on Kyiv, which act like suicide bombers and are relatively cheaper than…

According to intelligence online, China is trying to build a port in Tierra del Fuego province in Argentina which could act as a gateway to Antarctica. China hugely invested in Infrastructure and Energy projects in Buenos Aeries. Image source: dialogochino.net Chinas investments in Argentina:Buenos aeries mineral reserves: On the mark of the golden Jubilee, China and Argentina celebrated the bilateral ties between the two nations last year and the dragon’s position as the largest investor in the country from Asia. Chinas investments in Argentina: Image Source: Asia Times The Chinese Developmental bank, Industrial and Commercial Bank of China, and Bank…

Nepal Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal, generally known as Prachanda elected as PM for the third time in coalition with the opposition party. He seeks a vote of confidence in the newly formed parliament on Tuesday. As per My Republica Newspaper, Prachanda met the main opposition party. ‘The Nepali Congress’ leader Sher Bahadur Deuba on Monday, seems to be likely in favor and quoted that the decision will be made final after the meeting with the party members. Prachanda in a press conference stated that the entire house is supportive of forming the vote of confidence. The party formed the government…

The Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim had a grand welcome in Indonesia by president Joko Widodo as per the official norms of the state in West Jakarta. Image source: The straight Times Malaysian Prime Minister in Indonesia Anwar Ibrahim thanked the Indonesian President for his support after winning the recent elections. This is the first Foreign visit after winning the general elections held on 19th November 2022 followed by the long interim governments due to the switch of power between political leaders from multiple parties leading to unstable governments since 2018. Anwar Ibrahim was elected as the 10th Prime Minister…

Philippines president Ferdinand Macros. Jr met Chinese President Xi Jinping in Bejing on his 3-day state visit. A joint statement was released stating full economic cooperation and dispute resolution on the South China Sea. Image Source: CNA The Philippines previously raised serious concerns about Chinese ship Embankments in the regional territorial waters, stating the region as a part of the South China Sea which becomes a hurdle for the local fishermen to trade. This region has greater importance with full of marine resources along with oil and natural gas. Both leaders sought a fair resolution in a recent meeting. Macros…

Myanmar Junta government celebrates the 75th independence day inaugurated by the Junta Chief Min Aung Hlaing, the event went along with the military parade displaying tanks, missile launchers, and armed forces accompanied by civil servants and students at the capital city Naypyitaw. Image Source: Xinhua Min Aung Hlaing addressed the ceremony citing that Independence was gained from Britain with the efforts made by all ethnic nationals, The objective of this independence day is to create a multiparty democratic system indulging democracy and federalism and to conduct free and fair elections along with changes in the electoral system which gives equal…

Image Source: Middle East Eye Israel National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir visited Al-Aqsa Mosque early on Tuesday morning for the first time after taking charge as the minister in the newly formed government led by Benjamin Netanyahu. He visited the site early in the morning with security to avoid unknown threats and clashes despite the threats from Hamas who were elected by the people of Gaza. After the visit, he stated that their government will not concede to the threats made by Hamas, citing the place is important for the people of Israel. Sources say. Gaza Strip ruled by…

Qatar state news agency stated that the Covid-19 test is mandatory for people traveling from China. The travelers are required to hold a test result negative taken within 48 hours from the time of departure which is mandatory from Tuesday. Image source: Arab News With the surge of covid positive cases in Bejing, restrictions have been imposed on travelers from China, mandating test results irrespective of vaccination status. Image source: Gulf Times Many countries imposed new regulations on international travelers as China eased restrictions for outbound travelers irrespective of surging cases at home. Sources say Bejing will lift its quarantine…

Russian President Vladimir Putin wants to strengthen military cooperation between the two countries, he said in a video conference with Xi Jinping. He says that Russians expect Jinping’s visit to Russia in the spring season, and want to deepen ties between Moscow and Beijing as the stabilizing factor. Image Source: www.voanews.com The country currently faces severe sanctions on exports and imports, as the current price cap on oil imports was accepted by a group of nations including G7 members, Australia and the EU, which becomes a hurdle for its economic growth as oil sales are a part of countries GDP.…