Asia - Pacific
India, Pakistan exchange lists of nuclear facilities, civilian prisoners
Both countries hand over lists to each other's diplomats in New Delhi and Islamabad on New Year's Day
India, Pakistan exchange lists of nuclear facilities, civilian prisoners
Both countries hand over lists to each other's diplomats in New Delhi and Islamabad on New Year's Day
Russia to continue efforts to achieve its goals, Putin says in New Year address
Unity demonstrated by Russian people ensures not only country’s sovereignty and security, but also its development and future, says president
Tajik president condemns alleged attack on Russian president's residence
During Rahmon-Putin phone call, it was emphasized such actions 'create obstacles to negotiation process aimed at achieving peace and stability,' says Tajik presidency
China carries out law enforcement patrols near disputed shoal in South China Sea
Coast Guard says patrol conducted in territorial waters around Huangyan Dao, known as Scarborough Shoal or Bajo de Masinloc, also claimed by Philippines
Hundreds of thousands bid farewell as Bangladesh's ex-Premier Khaleda Zia laid to rest
Bangladesh Nationalist Party chairperson Khaled Zia, also first female premier, died at 80 on Tuesday after prolonged illness
6.0 magnitude earthquake hits off northern Japan
No tsunami warning issued or casualties reported
