US announces $11 billion arms package for Taiwan, largest ever
Pacific Asia • Dec 18, 2025, 9:54 PM
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President Donald Trump's administration has announced a massive package of arms sales to Taiwan valued at more than $10 billion that includes medium-range missiles, howitzers and drones, drawing an angry response from China. FRANCE 24's Monte Francis speaks with Rex Li, Professor of International Relations at King's College London.
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Thailand and Cambodia hold talks on resuming ceasefire
Pacific Asia • 10:33 AM
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Military officials from Thailand and Cambodia began talks on Wednesday, both countries said, days after the neighbours agreed to discuss resumption of a ceasefire after 16 days of fierce border clashes that have killed at least 86 people. The talks come
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'Symbol of hope': Exiled Bangladesh opposition leader and PM hopeful Rahman returns ahead of polls
Pacific Asia • 8:09 AM
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Bangladesh opposition leader Tarique Rahman returned home on Thursday after 17 years in exile, welcomed by huge crowds. The aspiring prime minister positioned himself for February’s elections, promising safety, justice and unity after months of political
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