S. Korea, Japan Improve Military Ties in Face of North Korean Threat
South Korea and Japan have held their first talks on creating unprecedented agreements to share military intelligence and equipment. It is something the United States has encouraged because of recent attacks blamed on North Korea and Pyongyang’s continuing nuclear threat. But both Seoul and Tokyo may find it necessary to move cautiously because of historical legacies and concern about how Beijing will react.
China effectively rejects Iran nuclear invite
China effectively rejected Iran's invite to tour Tehran's nuclear facilities on Thursday, potentially smoothing a source of friction ahead of President Hu Jintao's state visit to the United States next week.
Azerbaijan Signs Gas Supply Contract With Iran Before EU Visit
Azerbaijan agreed to export at least 1 billion cubic meters of natural gas a year to Iran, its southern neighbor, the day before meetings with the European Union on a new fuel transit corridor.
Russian-led company lands Turkmen oil deal
A Serbian oil company controlled by Russia's Gazprom Neft announced that it secured a multimillion-dollar contract to drill for oil in Turkmenistan.
China wants assurance on US dollar assets
China would welcome assurance about the security of its financial assets in the United States, a senior diplomat said ahead of President Hu Jintao's visit next week, while playing down rifts between the two powers.
Chinese investors 'keen on investing in energy projects in Bulgaria'
Chinese investors are keen on taking part in developing energy projects in Bulgaria, Bulgaria's Government said on January 10 2011.
Debate in Turkey over Armenia friendship monument
A giant monument to friendship between historic enemies Turkey and Armenia has become a symbol of controvery rather than healing.
US, China defense chiefs mend frayed military ties
The U.S. and Chinese defense chiefs took a step Monday toward mending frayed relations between their powerful militaries, though China warned ties could be cut again if Washington does not heed Beijing's wishes.
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