Afghanistan signs a contract for the 71-km Wakhan road construction, aiming to boost trade ties with China despite challenges.
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The India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC): Reality or Myth?
IMEC, launched at the G20 Summit, aims to counter China’s BRI and enhance global trade. But can it deliver on its promises, or is it just diplomatic posturing?
Fourteen Years of War Erase Decades of Progress in Syria, UNDP Report Reveals
The war in Syria has erased decades of progress, with $800B in losses, extreme poverty, and a dire humanitarian crisis.
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Kashmiris Fear Losing Orchards And Land To Modi’s Mega Projects
Kashmiris fear losing orchards as India’s mega projects threaten land, livelihoods, and regional demographics.
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Urban Development Push: First Phase Of New Kabul Project Approved
Afghanistan’s New Kabul Project advances, focusing on urban development to ease congestion and house 3 million people.
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Nepal’s Prime Minister Seeks Closer Ties with China
Nepal’s Prime Minister K.P. Sharma Oli, pivots from India to China, seeking economic development and infrastructure projects through new ties.
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Pakistan: A Nation with Sea but with Sea Blindness
Pakistan, a country blessed with a rich coastline, continues to suffer from Sea Blindness, missing out on economic opportunities in its maritime sector.