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Russian forces on alert, conduct drills

Russian forces on alert, conduct drills

Russia's advanced S-400 long-range surface-to-air missiles have already been deployed and successfully tested.

Mogadishu in lockdown during elections

Mogadishu in lockdown during elections

But some political analysts say that the vote for president is not inclusive as it is determined by legislators only.

Russia concerned by missile deployment in S Korea

Russia concerned by missile deployment in S Korea

Russian official says deployment of the THAAD system in South Korea upsets the strategic balance in the region.

Will energy giants return to profit in 2017?

Will energy giants return to profit in 2017?

Most are banking on covering capital spending and dividend payouts given prices are at $50 to $55 a barrel.

Beijing: Diplomacy key to resolving S China Sea issues

Beijing: Diplomacy key to resolving S China Sea issues

Tensions have abated somewhat as the US Defense Secretary endorses diplomatic channels to resolve disputes.

Civilian deaths rise in Afghanistan – UN

Civilian deaths rise in Afghanistan – UN

All parties must take immediate concrete measures to protect Afghan civilians, the UN says.

Activity in China’s service sector drops slightly

Activity in China’s service sector drops slightly

The Caixin PMI appears to be in tandem with National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) reports on the manufacturing sector.

China boosts anti-AIDS drive

China boosts anti-AIDS drive

More than 96,000 cases of HIV/AIDS were reported in China from January to September 2016.

Assad extends amnesty for rebels

Assad extends amnesty for rebels

UN-sponsored peace talks between the Syrian government and rebels are delayed to February 20.

China: Reforms to boost high-yield crops

China: Reforms to boost high-yield crops

The Central Committee of the Communist Party says supply-side structural reforms are crucial in agriculture.