According to the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation, the adjusted firearm homicide rate in the US is 22 times that of the European Union and more than that of Asian countries like Japan and the Republic of Korea.

Source: https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/crime/alabama-mass-shooting-dadeville-birthday-party-latest-b2320923.html

As a result of Russia and China’s cooperation with the Central Asian countries within the SCO, the US military presence in the region ended, and Western countries’ influence over the Central Asian countries has been minimised.

Source: https://www.pakistantoday.com.pk/2023/04/06/role-of-shanghai-cooperation-organisation-in-new-world-order/

As a result of Russia and China’s cooperation with the Central Asian countries within the SCO, the US military presence in the region ended, and Western countries’ influence over the Central Asian countries has been minimised.

Source: https://www.pakistantoday.com.pk/2023/04/06/role-of-shanghai-cooperation-organisation-in-new-world-order/

But besides film screenings, the event, which ends Friday, also includes standalone showcases of cinema and arts from specific Asian countries.

Source: https://www.presstelegram.com/2023/11/17/cambodia-day-event-part-of-asian-world-film-festival-takes-place-in-long-beach-friday/

“China uses its economic influence over Southeast Asian countries like Thailand, Laos, and Myanmar to get local authorities to help arrest and deport dissidents or persecuted ethnic minorities back to China,” Fu said.

Source: https://www.newdelhitimes.com/detention-of-chinese-lawyer-in-laos-highlights-risks-of-fleeing-china/

For Asian countries like India at the receiving end of Chinese bullying on their borders, it will be tempting to conclude that the French resolve on China is wavering.

Source: https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/macron-distancing-from-us-statement-on-taiwan-india-european-geopolitics-8563076/

For the Central Asian countries, SCO plays a role in providing security guarantees against possible foreign-backed color revolutions.

Source: https://www.pakistantoday.com.pk/2023/04/06/role-of-shanghai-cooperation-organisation-in-new-world-order/

However, the demand for electronics and other manufactured goods from developing Asian countries is declining as major advanced economies implement monetary tightening measures, impacting overall economic activity.

Source: https://astanatimes.com/2023/07/adb-upgrades-kazakhstans-economic-forecast-amid-moderate-regional-growth/

However, U.S. markets appear to be seeing a dull phase, with many companies looking to Asian countries and elsewhere to begin operations due to…

Source: https://biztoc.com/x/3b820d3ce60bdc49?ref=ff

In East Asian countries, including China and Japan, mushrooms have been regarded more highly, and are often viewed as symbols of rebirth and regeneration.

Source: https://www.nytimes.com/2023/03/24/realestate/mushroom-home-decor.html

It is also popular in Asian countries, including Japan, the Philippines, South Korea, and Vietnam, but is now considered obscure in North America, having been supplanted by pool in popularity.

Source: https://greekreporter.com/2023/04/19/greece-wins-gold-european-billiards-championships/

Numerous articles and publications give Asian countries an extremely important role in the future development of the global economy.

Source: https://seekingalpha.com/article/4599827-eema-gmf-risk-and-opportunity-in-emerging-asian-markets?source=feed_all_articles

Similarly, operatives in Lagos on Friday, 1st December also arrested a drug kingpin, Okechukwu Ogala, 56, who specialises in exploiting and recruiting young citizens to export meth to Asian countries.

Source: https://thewillnews.com/ndlea-uncovers-meth-opioid-consignments-in-jeans-hems-dolls-buttons-in-lagos/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=ndlea-uncovers-meth-opioid-consignments-in-jeans-hems-dolls-buttons-in-lagos

Teams representing 42 universities from 18 Arab and Asian countries competed in the tournament which featured five rounds.

Source: https://www.kuwaittimes.com/au-achieves-great-results-in-debate-contest/

"The current conflict has exacerbated the global crisis as prices of food, oil and fertilisers have skyrocketed across the world, complicating domestic issues for many Asian countries."

Source: https://www.ibtimes.co.uk/ukraine-war-anniversary-asian-companies-show-half-hearted-response-scaling-back-operations-russia-1713322

The minister also raised concerns about the rise in drug production, trafficking, and abuse, urging coordinated efforts among Central Asian countries.

Source: https://astanatimes.com/2023/11/central-asian-diplomats-convene-in-bishkek-for-unrcca-meeting-amid-global-uncertainty-and-challenges/

“The resumption of this route today will not only attract a significant number of visitors from Malaysia and other Asian countries but also strengthen the ties between Malaysia and Australia.

Source: https://www.theborneopost.com/2023/04/02/airasia-x-resumes-first-ever-route-to-gold-coast-australia/

Thuong's visit from Monday to Thursday next week is his first to Japan as president and coincides with celebrations for the 50th anniversary of ties between the Asian countries.

Source: https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2023/11/23/japan/vietnam-president-japan-visit/

To this day, iPhones and MacBooks have electronics and other components sourced from multiple Asian countries, with the final stages of production mostly being handled in China.

Source: https://foreignpolicy.com/2023/03/24/trade-economy-globalization-united-states-china-ira-chips-reshoring-decoupling-industry-china/

Turkic states can play a key role in this, he said, arguing that European, Caucasus and Central Asian countries, linked by mutual respect, could set an example to the rest of the world.

Source: https://www.budapesttimes.hu/diplomacy/orban-global-majority-stands-for-peace/