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Chinese embassy urges its citizens in Singapore to ‘stay away’ from gambling
SINGAPORE – The Chinese embassy in Singapore on March 18 asked its citizens in the Republic to “stay…
Ukraine Sees Risk of Russia Breaking Through Defences by Summer
Berlin (29/2 – 30) Ukrainian officials are concerned that Russian advances could gain significant momentum by the summer…
German army chief wants more money for equipment.
Berlin (2/3 – 62.50). Lt. Gen. Alfons Mais says the €100 billion committed by the government last year…
Russia’s Says NGOs in Central Asia ‘Have Stepped Up Anti-Russian Activities’
Moscow (28/2). Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu said that non-governmental organizations in Central Asia have stepped up their…
Isaac McKean Scarborough on Moscow’s Heavy Shadow in Tajikistan
The Soviet Union’s collapse 32 years ago led to rapid change, economic collapse, and violence. In Tajikistan, that…
Panama Papers reveal Abbas’ son’s $1 million stake in company tied to PA
PA President’s son Tareq Abbas also holds positions in other ventures incorporated by offshore company. Leaked documents from…
Germany/Tajikistan: Jailed after Deportation
A year ago Germany deported to Tajikistan an activist from that country’s exiled opposition movement who had been living in…
Tajikistan, Azerbaijan vow to boost cooperation between their capital cities
Tajikistan’s Ambassador to Azerbaijan, Mr. Ilhom Abdurahmon, on January 15 met in Azerbaijan’s capital, Baku, with Mr. Eldar…
President justifies Sri Lanka’s participation in Red Sea security operations
President Ranil Wickremesinghe, in his meeting with the ambassadors of the West Asian countries, is reported to have…
Activist Called on UN to Assess Tajikistan Security Forces
Berlin (06/12 – 67.67) Asliddin Sherzamonov, an activist from Tajikistan, strongly believes that the United Nations (UN) should…