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Chinese warships transit near Japanese islands as regional defense buildup intensifies

A group of Chinese naval vessels passed near two Japanese islands administered by Okinawa Prefecture on Wednesday.

23 Apr 2026-15:31
New Zealand shares flat as markets track Iran ceasefire news

New Zealand shares ended flat with a positive bias on Wednesday, while Asian shares were mixed after the US decided to extend the Iran ceasefire.

22 Apr 2026-11:12
Iran considers 2026 World Cup withdrawal amid security and political concerns

The Iranian government has placed the national football team's participation in the 2026 FIFA World Cup under review, citing significant security risks and geopolitical tensions.

21 Apr 2026-16:45
US, Philippines and allies begin major military exercises

The United States and Philippines, alongside several partner nations, have launched large-scale military exercises aimed at testing “real-world” combat readiness across land, sea, air, and missile defense operations.

20 Apr 2026-17:30
Nahid Rana shines as Bangladesh bowl out New Zealand

20 Apr 2026-14:06
New Zealand, India to sign free trade deal

20 Apr 2026-11:10
New Zealand's capital Wellington declares state of emergency amid severe flooding

A state of emergency was declared on Monday in New Zealand’s capital, Wellington, after torrential rainfall caused widespread flooding and landslides, while one man remains unaccounted for.

20 Apr 2026-09:16
Chinese harassment complaints may signal deeper geopolitical tensions

Beijing’s recent allegations of "harassment" against the New Zealand Defence Force could be a calculated response to shifting foreign policy settings in Wellington, according to global security experts.

19 Apr 2026-09:08
New Zealand defends patrol flight after China accusation

New Zealand has defended a recent military patrol flight after China accused it of undermining national security and disrupting regional stability.

18 Apr 2026-10:46
Kazakhstan ranks 29th globally in employment rates according to ILO 2025 data

According to the International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), the country’s employment rate reached 67% of the population aged 15 and older.

17 Apr 2026-14:26

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