China resource demand to falter if yuan fails to jump
It may be too early to bet on China's continued role as premier resource buyer, even though Beijing's weekend decision to revisit its pre-crisis currency policy promises to bolster the yuan's purchasing power over time.
Taliban claim a German arrested in Pakistan was their 'comrade'
A German citizen arrested near a militant stronghold in Pakistan appears to be affiliated to terrorism. A Taliban spokesman called him "our comrade", and local security officials say he was linked to al Qaeda.
Kyrgyz violence hurting business
Violence in Kyrgyzstan has dealt a blow to the nation's trade with China, and international analysts say the crisis could pose a threat to northwestern China's security.
Israel asks UN to shelve inquiry
Israel asks the UN to suspend plans for an international inquiry into an Israeli raid on a ship trying to break the Gaza blockade.
Russia invites Indian investment
Russia wants “strong Indian presence” in the energy, pharmaceutical and IT sectors, Prime Minister Vladimir Putin told Commerce and Industry Minister Anand Sharma.
Turkey hardens resolve against Kurdish rebels
Turkish Prime Minister Erdogan has vowed to crush Kurdish rebels after attacks killed 11 Turkish soldiers. Clashes between the two sides have escalated sharply.
Kyrgyz toll could be 'much higher'
Kyrgyzstan's interim leader says the death toll in the worst ethnic violence in decades could be much higher than official figures.
Azerbaijan’s interior minister meets NATO Secretary General's special representative for Caucasus and Central Asia
Minister of Internal Affairs of Azerbaijan Ramil Usubov met Wednesday NATO's delegation led by Secretary General's Special Representative for the Caucasus and Central Asia Robert Simmons.
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