Tokyo: Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman have pledged to enhance their countries’ strategic partnership in anticipation of the 70th anniversary of diplomatic relations in 2025. The two leaders held a phone conversation on Tuesday, where they focused on energy markets and regional stability

Jakarta: Authorities in Indonesia have evacuated nearly 2,500 people from areas affected by the ongoing eruption of Mount Lewotobi Laki-laki on Flores Island in East Nusa Tenggara province, local media reported Wednesday. Minister of Social Affairs Saifullah Yusuf said local officials are working to provide humanitarian assistance to displaced people

Shanghai: China and Malaysia’s premiers have pledged to intensify their bilateral relations, focusing on mutual support for each other’s core interests and significant issues, as reported by state-run media on Wednesday. The leaders convened in Shanghai, where Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim participated in the inauguration of the six-day China