No ‘Brave New World’ on Pakistan’s Horizon

Michigan governor Gretchen Whitmer faced backlash from Catholic leaders in the state for a viral video in which she appeared to mock the Christian sacrament of Holy Communion by feeding a Doritos chip to a kneeling feminist author. The video, shared on Instagram, was intended to promote US vice president Kamala Harris’ policies and was criticized for disrespecting religious beliefs. The Michigan Catholic Conference expressed disappointment and called for a return to respect and civility...

China is investigating four workers at Foxconn for suspected bribery and embezzlement after authorities in Taipei raised concerns about their detention in Zhengzhou. Taiwan's Mainland Affairs Council described the circumstances as "strange" and Foxconn stated no losses were incurred. Beijing's Taiwan Affairs Office confirmed the investigation, ensuring the suspects' rights will be protected. Full Article

Abou Sangare, a once anonymous Guinean immigrant in France, has risen to fame as the lead actor in Souleymane’s Story, a film shedding light on irregular migration in the country amid a government crackdown on undocumented immigrants. Sangare's portrayal of a young asylum seeker mirrors his own reality as he navigates the uncertainty of his legal status in hopes of securing residency and avoiding deportation. His sudden success in the film industry has brought attention...

China's Ministry of Finance announced plans to increase fiscal support for local governments, state-owned banks, and consumers, with measures including easing local government debt burdens and issuing special treasury bonds to boost state-owned banks' capital. Finance Minister Lan Fo'an outlined four policies aimed at stimulating the economy, such as using local government funding to stabilize the real estate market and providing assistance to students to encourage spending. However, the size of the anticipated stimulus package...

Ratan Tata, the iconic Indian industrialist, passed away at the age of 86, leaving behind a legacy of spearheading the Tata Group with revenues exceeding US$100 billion and expanding its global presence. Known for his love of cars, aircraft, and dogs, Tata led the acquisition of Jaguar-Land Rover and ventured into defense manufacturing, showcasing his innovative and visionary leadership. Despite facing challenges and controversies, Tata's philanthropic endeavors and professional management approach have solidified his lasting...

Exercise Malabar in the Bay of Bengal involves the navies of Australia, India, Japan, and the United States to enhance maritime interoperability and preparedness in the Indo-Pacific region. Originally a bilateral exercise between India and the U.S., Malabar has evolved to focus on complex maritime operations like anti-submarine warfare and air defense, signaling a strategic move to build collective maritime competence. The Quad nations are quietly pursuing joint training programs and capacity-building initiatives to enhance...