US launches quiet diplomacy to ease South China Sea tensions
The United States is using quiet diplomacy to persuade the Philippines, Indonesia, Vietnam and other Asian nations not to move aggressively to capitalise on an international court ruling that denied China`s claims to the South China Sea, several U.S. administration officials said on Wednesday.
Jul 14, 2016, 09:36 AM IST
Headline US will welcome target of 10,000 Syria refugees: Kerry
The United States will welcome 10,000 Syrian refugees this fiscal year.
Jul 13, 2016, 11:54 AM IST
US govt asked to ensure SCS tribunal verdict is implemented
The US must ensure that the international tribunal ruling against China's claims to rights in the South China Sea is implemented and if needed reinforce its military assets to maintain the 'status quo' in the strategic region, top American lawmakers have said.
Jul 13, 2016, 10:54 AM IST
US boosts aid to Syria war-affected by USD 439 million
The Obama administration will provide another USD 439 million in humanitarian aid to refugees in Syria.
Jul 13, 2016, 08:57 AM IST
Barack Obama still undecided about Hiroshima visit
The White House on Monday said it is still weighing a possible first presidential visit to Hiroshima, one of two Japanese cities bombed by a US nuclear weapon.
May 03, 2016, 01:47 AM IST
