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Wednesday, January 14, 2026
TopicUnited States

Topic: United States

US, Papua New Guinea sign defence pact to counter China, for easier military forces training

A separate agreement would increase maritime surveillance of PNG's exclusive economic zone through U.S. Coast Guard patrols, protecting its economy from illegal fishing.

‘Historically significant’–US, Taiwan reach deal on 1st part of ’21st Century’ trade pact

It is not expected to alter goods tariffs, but proponents say it will strengthen economic bonds between US, Taiwan and increase its ability to resist economic coercion from China.

US State Dept religious freedom report red-flags India again, cites Bilkis Bano, flogging of Muslim men

In its response, the MEA said the report was based on 'flawed understanding' and that senior official's comments were 'motivated and biased'.

US, EU engage in tense contest as UN migration agency opens its leadership position

The candidates are IOM deputy director Amy Pope, a former White House advisor personally backed by Joe Biden, and her boss António Vitorino who has run the organisation since 2018.

Will object if US restricts investment in semiconductor industry, says China’s commerce ministry

Ministry spokesperson Shu Jueting said such US behaviors will affect companies' normal operation and damage the international economic and trade order.

TikTok advertisers continue to spend on app amid threat of potential US ban

Despite the concerns about its Chinese ownership, TikTok’s ad business is poised to grow 36% to $6.83 billion this year, according to research firm Insider Intelligence.

South China Sea should not be ‘hunting ground’ for foreign forces, says China’s foreign ministry

Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning told media that ‘South China Sea is home to all regional countries, and should not be a hunting ground for external forces.’

US & Philippines recommit to ‘ironclad’ security alliance, despite pressure from China

Both countries seek ways to push back against what they see as China’s increasingly aggressive actions near Taiwan and in the South China Sea.

US Covid vaccine requirement for international travellers to end May 11, says White House

The process will aim to end vaccination requirements for Head Start educators, CMS-certified healthcare facilities, and certain noncitizens at the land border.

US, Mexico to jointly bid for FIFA 2027 Women’s World Cup co-host, say federations

US previously hosted Women's World Cup in 1999 and in 2003. Mexico has not hosted the tournament before. Australia, New Zealand will co-host the 2023 edition.

On Camera

Bangladeshi Hindus have nowhere to go in the election. Choice is between fear and fear

Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami has given ticket to a Hindu candidate for the first time and the Bangladesh Nationalist Party has fielded two Hindus. Activists say they are simply paying lip service.

Grounded no more: Andhra govt revives no-frills Dagadarthi airport near Nellore to boost south coast link

As Visakhapatnam readies a mega airport, the Andhra Pradesh government has revived its shelved Dagadarthi project, aiming to boost cargo and connectivity on the south coast.

Rafale deal to be inked in 2026, final assembly line in Nagpur, Indian firms to be roped in

The proposed project costing about Rs 3.25 lakh crore will entail procurement of 18 aircraft in fly away condition & the rest made in India with up to 60% indigenous content.

Thank you Donald Trump, again. India now has reason to shed fear of trade deals and risky reform

UK, EFTA already in the bag and EU on the way, many members of RCEP except China signed up, and even restrictions on China being lifted, India has changed its mind on trade.