IRAN
Fatima Yousuf, Editor-in-Chief
Politics: Iran’s nuclear chief discusses the latest additions to Iran’s nuclear program and possible consequences in the context of the nuclear deal.
Economics: Iran begins to look to Asian countries for economic relief after sanctions by the U.S and European nations stagnate the economy.
Culture: As Iran proceeds to prepare for the FIFA World Cup in Russia, sanctions prevent the team from practicing adequately for the tournament. from practicing adequately for the tournament.
PAKISTAN
Hasan Farooq, Reporter
Politics: The election campaigns start in Pakistan. First time senate chair has been selected from Balochistan Province.
Economy: Iran invites Pakistan to join hands with India in “Chabahar Port” project. After the recent debt rise, Pakistan faces another challenge regarding power surcharges.
Culture: Preparations start to host the Pakistan Super League finals in Lahore and Karachi. Turkey and Pakistan unite to promote culture and literature.
ASIA
CHINA
Valerie Gregorio, Reporter
Politics: Senior officials from a few cities in China were criticized for failure to fix serious pollution problems by the China’s environment ministry. They stated officials need to follow President Xi Jinping’s idea of protecting the environment.
Economics: China ended trade talks with the United States in Beijing. Chinese officials would not buy anymore American goods unless the Trump administration comes to an agreement with them to not further force tariffs on Chinese exports.
Culture: In the east of China’s Jiangxi Province, a group of tea masters born in the 1990s performed at two tea competitions at the China International Tea Expo. They performance drew the public’s attention.