News & Insights Across Asia
Germany fails to secure a UN Security Council seat, with Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul attributing the loss to Russian influence and Berlin’s support for Ukraine and Israel.
Germany fails to win a UN Security Council seat, with Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul attributing the loss to Russian opposition and Berlin’s stance on Ukraine and Israel.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz urges Israel and Hezbollah to honor the April ceasefire agreement to ensure stability and peace in Lebanon.
Daniela Klette, a former member of the radical Red Army Faction, has been sentenced to 13 years in prison for armed robberies committed while evading authorities for over 30 years.
Former RAF militant Daniela Klette has been sentenced to 13 years in jail for armed robberies committed while evading authorities for over 30 years.
Chinese companies have overtaken US firms as the leading source of investment projects in Germany, with a strong focus on R&D and high-tech sectors in 2025.
Germany warns the EU is ready to retaliate if the US hikes auto tariffs to 25%, raising fears of a transatlantic trade conflict.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz slams US strategy in Iran as ‘planless,’ amid rising oil prices and Strait of Hormuz disruptions.
Germany deploys a minehunter to the Mediterranean to bolster maritime security, with implications for key trade routes affecting Asia.
Germany’s last glacier ski lift demolished as melting ice renders operation impossible, symbolizing the accelerating climate crisis.
German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius warns that European involvement in a US-led Strait of Hormuz mission could escalate regional tensions, urging caution amid NATO discussions.
A German court suspends the AfD’s ‘extremist’ designation, boosting the far-right party ahead of key state elections amid domestic and international political tensions.
Germany emphasizes voluntary return programs for Syrian migrants as EU implements fast-track deportations for rejected asylum seekers.
German media reports identify the Nord Stream pipeline sabotage suspect as an active-duty Ukrainian soldier, with ongoing legal proceedings in Germany.
Berlin court orders Google to pay €465 million to German price comparison platform Idealo for market abuse. Ruling highlights ongoing antitrust challenges in Europe’s tech sector.
Europe’s asylum debate gains urgency amid high-profile crimes tied to migrants in Germany, reigniting discussions on criteria for ‘safe countries.’
German voters head to the polls in a snap federal election amid the rise of the far-right AfD and external factors like Trump’s return and the Ukraine crisis.
US tariffs on key trading partners trigger backlash from Canada and Germany, raising concerns of economic downturn and supply chain disruptions.
Britain bans imports of German meat and dairy products following a foot-and-mouth disease outbreak near Berlin, aiming to prevent the spread and protect British farmers.
China advances to the United Cup quarterfinals in Perth despite a 2-1 loss to Germany, showcasing resilience in a competitive Group E encounter.
