geopolitics

North Korea’s economy expanded for a third straight year in 2025, boosted by arms exports to Russia, stronger trade with China, and Kim Jong Un’s drive to develop regional industries, according to estimates by South Korea’s central bank.

China replaces diplomat known for 'hands in pockets' incident with Japan

US urges China to 'fully meet' rare-earths pledge in virtual meeting, Bessent says

Bank of England keeps rates on hold, awaits clearer sign of Iran war inflation hit Reuters

The yen’s slide to a 40-year low may be causing headaches for Japanese policymakers, but exporters such as Toyota Motor Corp. are set to reap an earnings boon, offering a much-needed respite from US tariffs, surging oil prices and strained supply chains.

Russian President Vladimir Putin has faced widespread ridicule following dramatically downgraded Navy Day celebrations that underlined his inability to secure Russian airspace against Ukrainian drones, writes Peter Dickinson. The post Putin’s pitiful naval parade highlights his inability to stop Ukr

AMC CEO says he strongly supports Warner Bros/Paramount Skydance deal

US issues sanctions targeting support networks for Iran's Mahan Air Reuters

About an hour north of central Beijing, the skyline gives way to the foothills of the Yanshan mountains. Amid the greenery, China is building a vast scientific park as part of its bid to dominate the next era of discovery.

Iran's Araqchi presses European counterparts over use of bases in US operations Reuters