A new regional bloc, dubbed the "Squad," is forming between Australia, Japan, the Philippines, and the US to counter China's growing assertiveness in the South China Sea.
The Indian general election faces challenges with declining voter turnout in the first three phases. Reasons range from summer heat to political disinterest.
Pakistan faces existential crisis due to poor governance, separatism, and terrorism, with strained ties with neighbors like India and Afghanistan over border disputes and refugee issues.
President Biden's controversial comments on immigration policies of Asian countries, Japan, China, Russia, and India have stirred reactions, especially from Japan, a key ally.
Saudi Arabia strategically navigates its alliance with the US amidst the Israel-Palestine conflict, aiming to secure favorable terms while excluding Israel from key agreements.