Asia - Pacific

Myanmar junta chief set to become president as ex-spy chief takes over military command

Myanmar junta chief set to become president as ex-spy chief takes over military command

Min Aung Hlaing to become president in a vote set for Tuesday while Ye Win Oo takes charge as commander-in-chief of Burmese defense services

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Two Indian LPG carriers transit Strait of Hormuz amid disruptions
29.03.2026

Two Indian LPG carriers transit Strait of Hormuz amid disruptions

Vessels head to Mumbai and New Mangalore with 94,000 metric tons of cargo

Pakistan would be 'honored' to host US, Iran talks in ‘coming days’: Top diplomat Dar
29.03.2026

Pakistan would be 'honored' to host US, Iran talks in ‘coming days’: Top diplomat Dar

Both Washington and Tehran have expressed their confidence in Pakistan facilitating talks, says Ishaq Dar

Detachment of Russian navy ships arrives at Jakarta port for joint drills with Indonesia
29.03.2026

Detachment of Russian navy ships arrives at Jakarta port for joint drills with Indonesia

Russia, Indonesia plan to hold join exercises next week, says press service of Russian Pacific Fleet

Pakistan, Egypt call for restraint, de-escalation amid mounting Mideast conflict
29.03.2026

Pakistan, Egypt call for restraint, de-escalation amid mounting Mideast conflict

2 sides also condemn latest Israeli aggression in Gaza and occupied West Bank

Australian states offer free public transport amid Mideast conflict-driven increase in fuel prices
29.03.2026

Australian states offer free public transport amid Mideast conflict-driven increase in fuel prices

Victoria, Tasmania offer free public transport NSW; Western Australia, Queensland and South Australia rule out following suit