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China’s remarkable achievements in poverty reduction have become a source of inspiration and a practical guide for nations in the Global South striving for modernization. This was the central theme of the Global South Modernization Forum held in Beijing on November 24, 2025. The event, titled ‘China’s Fight Against Extreme Poverty and the Global South’s Poverty Reduction Initiatives,’ brought together Chinese and international officials, scholars, and representatives from various organizations to discuss China’s strategies and their applicability to other developing countries. Maierdan Mugaiti, Vice-Minister of Agriculture and Rural Affairs of China, highlighted the people-centered, science-based, and context-specific nature of China’s poverty reduction policies, which have been instrumental in lifting over 800 million people out of poverty over the past four decades. Siddharth Chatterjee, United Nations Resident Coordinator in China, praised China’s efforts, noting that the country’s success accounts for more than 70% of global poverty reduction. The forum also showcased specific initiatives, such as the Juncao technology, which has been introduced in 109 countries and has benefited over 35,000 households in Rwanda alone. The event underscored China’s commitment to global development through the Global Development Initiative, which has mobilized over $23 billion in development funds and supported more than 1,800 projects in the Global South.

Southeast Asia continues to face the devastating aftermath of relentless heavy rains, with Vietnam and Thailand bearing the brunt of widespread flooding and landslides. As of Monday, the death toll in Vietnam has climbed to 91, with 11 individuals still missing. The torrential rains, which began a week ago, have caused severe flooding and triggered landslides across an 800-kilometer stretch from Quang Tri to Lam Dong provinces, including the highlands. Dak Lak province, the hardest-hit area, recorded 63 fatalities, primarily due to drowning. Other affected provinces include Khanh Hoa, Lam Dong, Gia Lai, Danang, Hue, and Quang Tri. Helicopters have been deployed to deliver food and aid supplies and assist in evacuations, as many roads remain impassable. In Thailand, five fatalities and four injuries have been reported across six southern provinces, with nearly 2 million people affected by flash flooding. The city of Hat Yai in Songkhla province experienced its highest 24-hour rainfall in 300 years, complicating evacuation efforts. Malaysia is also grappling with severe flooding, with over 12,500 people evacuated across nine states, particularly in the northeastern state of Kelantan. The persistent rainfall, exacerbated by climate change, has caused extensive damage, with Vietnam estimating economic losses of around $500 million in this round of floods. The International Organization for Migration announced that South Korea would contribute $1 million to aid Vietnam in assisting displaced communities. Scientists warn that a warming climate is intensifying storms and rainfall across Southeast Asia, making floods and landslides increasingly destructive and frequent.

In a brazen assault on Monday, two suicide bombers targeted the headquarters of Pakistan’s Federal Constabulary in Peshawar, resulting in the deaths of three security personnel and injuries to at least 12 others. According to police reports shared with BBC Urdu, the attackers were heavily armed as they stormed the highly fortified complex in the northwestern city. The incident occurred at approximately 08:10 local time (03:10 GMT), with witnesses recounting hearing two deafening explosions. Despite the attackers’ efforts, they were neutralized at the gate before gaining access to the main building. Pakistani authorities have labeled the attack as a ‘foiled terrorist plot,’ emphasizing that the assailants were intercepted in time. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif condemned the attack, urging swift identification and prosecution of those responsible. The Federal Constabulary, tasked with addressing high-threat scenarios such as tribal conflicts and organized crime, operates in a region historically plagued by militant violence. Peshawar, located in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province bordering Afghanistan, has frequently been a hotspot for such attacks. While no group has yet claimed responsibility, the Pakistani Taliban, or Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan, has a history of orchestrating similar assaults in the area. Rescue teams and law enforcement remain on-site as investigations continue.

In a tragic incident on Monday morning, two suicide bombers targeted the headquarters of a security force in Peshawar, the capital of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province in northwestern Pakistan. The attack resulted in the deaths of at least three officers and left five others injured, according to police and rescue officials. Peshawar Police Chief Saeed Ahmad detailed that one assailant detonated explosives at the main gate of the Federal Constabulary’s provincial headquarters, while the second bomber was neutralized by security personnel near the parking area. Ahmad emphasized that a swift response by the forces prevented a potentially larger catastrophe, as a significant number of officers were gathered on the open ground for morning parade drills. No group has yet claimed responsibility for the attack, though the Pakistani Taliban, or Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), has been implicated in similar past incidents. This latest assault follows a suicide bombing outside a court in Islamabad less than two weeks ago, which claimed 12 lives. The surge in militant activities has exacerbated tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan’s Taliban government, with Islamabad accusing Kabul of allowing cross-border attacks. Despite Afghanistan’s denial, bilateral relations remain strained, particularly after recent drone strikes and subsequent ceasefire brokered by Qatar. Pakistan has intensified its operations against the TTP, targeting insurgents near the Afghan border.

In a significant escalation of tensions, the Israeli military announced the successful elimination of Hezbollah’s chief of general staff, Haitham Ali Tabatabai, in a targeted strike on a residential building in Beirut. The operation, conducted on Sunday, November 23, 2025, occurred despite an ongoing ceasefire. According to the Israeli military’s official statement, the strike was aimed at neutralizing a high-ranking terrorist figure, marking a bold move in the region’s volatile security landscape. The Lebanese health ministry reported that the attack resulted in at least five fatalities and 28 injuries, underscoring the human cost of the operation. This incident has raised concerns about the potential for renewed hostilities between Israel and Hezbollah, a powerful Lebanese militant group. The strike in Beirut, a city already grappling with political and economic instability, has further heightened tensions in the Middle East. Analysts suggest that this targeted killing could have far-reaching implications for regional security and diplomatic relations, particularly in the context of the fragile ceasefire. The international community is closely monitoring the situation, with calls for restraint and de-escalation from various global leaders. The incident also highlights the ongoing complexities of the Israel-Lebanon conflict, which has seen periodic flare-ups despite attempts at peacekeeping and mediation.

In a significant escalation of tensions, Israel conducted a targeted air strike in Beirut on Sunday, aiming at Hezbollah’s chief of staff. The attack, which occurred in the densely populated Haret Hreik area of Beirut’s southern suburbs, resulted in five fatalities and 28 injuries, according to Lebanon’s health ministry. Hezbollah confirmed that a senior commander was targeted, though the Israeli government has not disclosed the identity of the individual. The strike hit the third and fourth floors of a nine-story building, leaving debris scattered across the street and causing significant damage to nearby vehicles. Rescue workers swiftly evacuated a wounded woman on a stretcher, while Lebanese soldiers secured the site. The Israeli Prime Minister’s office stated that the operation was aimed at disrupting Hezbollah’s rearmament efforts, emphasizing Israel’s commitment to acting decisively against threats. Hezbollah officials condemned the attack, labeling it as crossing a ‘new red line.’ This incident marks the first strike on Beirut’s southern suburbs since June 5, when Israel targeted a Hezbollah drone factory. The ongoing conflict has placed Lebanon under increasing pressure to disarm Hezbollah, a demand the group has consistently rejected. Lebanese President Joseph Aoun has called for international intervention to halt Israeli attacks on the country.

Bangladesh has formally requested India to extradite former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, who has been in hiding in India since her autocratic regime was overthrown in August 2024. The 78-year-old leader was recently sentenced to death for crimes against humanity related to a deadly crackdown on a student-led uprising during her tenure. The Bangladeshi government, led by interim Foreign Affairs Minister Touhid Hossain, sent its third official extradition request on Friday, urging India to comply under a bilateral treaty. India’s foreign ministry acknowledged the court verdict but has yet to respond to the latest request. The political landscape in Bangladesh remains unstable, with violence escalating ahead of the 2026 elections. The United Nations estimates that up to 1,400 people were killed in the crackdowns that defined Hasina’s trial. India’s historical support for Hasina has strained relations between the two nations, though recent diplomatic engagements, including a meeting between their national security advisers, suggest a slight easing of tensions.

In a significant move against illegal activities, the Philippines’ Bureau of Immigration (BI) deported 23 Chinese nationals on November 21, 2025, for their involvement in illegal Philippine Offshore Gaming Operations (POGO) and cyberfraud. The individuals were found to have violated multiple immigration laws, including participation in POGO-related activities, running fraudulent schemes, and being wanted criminals in their home country. The deportees were sent on a Philippine Airlines flight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. Immigration Commissioner Joel Viado emphasized that additional arrests and deportations are anticipated as authorities intensify efforts to dismantle illegal online gaming facilities and scam operations. This crackdown aligns with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s 2024 State of the Nation Address, where he announced a nationwide ban on POGOs due to their association with human trafficking, money laundering, and organized crime. The ban was formalized on October 29, 2025, with the signing of Republic Act No. 12312, also known as the Anti-Pogo Act of 2025, which prohibits all offshore gaming operations and revokes existing visas and work permits of foreign POGO employees.