Japan to Deploy Long-Range Missiles on Kyushu Island Capable of Reaching North Korea and China
![Japan plans to deploy long-range missiles in Kyushu amid security concerns and shifting US-Japan defense dynamics under Trump. [Image via Shutterstock]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/3669-1024x1024.webp)
Japan plans to deploy long-range missiles in Kyushu amid security concerns and shifting US-Japan defense dynamics under Trump.
King Charles Signals Support for Canada in Meeting with Canadian PM Mark Carney
![King Charles welcomes Canadian PM Mark Carney, signaling support for Canada amid Trump tensions through symbolic gestures. [Image via BBC]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/p0kyqrnh.webp)
King Charles welcomes Canadian PM Mark Carney, signaling support for Canada amid Trump tensions through symbolic gestures.
Bangladesh to Boost US Cotton Imports to Avoid Trump Tariffs
![Bangladesh plans to import more US cotton to boost trade ties, avoid tariffs, and support its textile industry's growth. [Image via BSS]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/touhid-1024x728.webp)
Bangladesh plans to import more US cotton to boost trade ties, avoid tariffs, and support its textile industry’s growth.
EU Pledges €5.8 Billion in Aid to Syria in Post-al-Assad Donor Drive
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EU hosts donor drive for Syria, pledging €5.8B in aid to support recovery and a peaceful transition post-Assad.
Pakistan’s Mineral Wealth Hits $8 Trillion, Govt Eyes Investment
![Pakistan's government plans to attract investors to its $8 trillion mineral wealth, focusing on projects like Reko Diq and Siah Dik. [Image via The Express Tribune]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/293622-MineralPHOTOFILE-1321576564.webp)
Pakistan’s government plans to attract investors to its $8 trillion mineral wealth, focusing on projects like Reko Diq and Siah Dik.
Police Foil Multiple Terror Attacks in Pakistan’s K-P
![Security forces repelled multiple terror attacks in K-P, killing two militants in Bannu and thwarting assaults in Lakki Marwat. [Image via The Express Tribune]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Peshawar-attack-Reuters.webp)
Security forces repelled multiple terror attacks in K-P, killing two militants in Bannu and thwarting assaults in Lakki Marwat.
Youm-e-Badr: The Furqan of Our Times
The lessons of Youm-e-Badr as Youm-e-Furqan have never been more relevant today as 600M South Asian Muslims face instability and global sidelining.
Pakistan Rejects Modi’s Claims of ‘Hostility’ in Peace Efforts
![Pakistan rejects Modi's claim of hostility, urges India to end anti-Pakistan narrative for peace and regional stability. [Image via The Express Tribune]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/shafqat-ali-khan1739587956-0.webp)
Pakistan rejects Modi’s claim of hostility, urges India to end anti-Pakistan narrative for peace and regional stability.
India and New Zealand Revive Free Trade Talks After a Decade
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India and New Zealand restart free trade talks after a decade, aiming to boost economic ties and deepen strategic cooperation.
Trump Warns Iran: Stop Houthi Attacks or Face Consequences
![Trump warns Iran over Houthi attacks, escalates US strikes in Yemen, and pressures Tehran on nuclear talks amid tensions. [Image via AP]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/AP25074697514113-1742232860.webp)
Trump warns Iran over Houthi attacks, escalates US strikes in Yemen, and pressures Tehran on nuclear talks amid tensions.