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South Korea's Unification Church leader returns to detention

South Korea's Unification Church leader returns to detention

Seoul Central District Court rejected Han's request to extend her suspension from detention on health grounds

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China announces tax incentives for next 5 years to promote science, technology
21.02.2026

China announces tax incentives for next 5 years to promote science, technology

New policy, effective from Jan. 1, 2026, to Dec. 31, 2030, exempts science and technology popularization institutions from import tariffs and import-linked value-added taxes on eligible goods

South Korean parliament to proceed with US investment bill despite court ruling on Trump tariffs
21.02.2026

South Korean parliament to proceed with US investment bill despite court ruling on Trump tariffs

Lawmakers say legislative process will continue as planned

Indian, Brazilian leaders vow to boost bilateral trade to $20B over next 5 years
21.02.2026

Indian, Brazilian leaders vow to boost bilateral trade to $20B over next 5 years

Indian Premier Narendra Modi hosts Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva for bilateral talks in New Delhi

Japan 'totally' unqualified for permanent UN Security Council seat: China
21.02.2026

Japan 'totally' unqualified for permanent UN Security Council seat: China

Beijing calls for enabling more small and medium-sized states with independent foreign policies to be part of council

Cargo ship navigator arrested 'for professional negligence' after deadly collision in central Japan
21.02.2026

Cargo ship navigator arrested 'for professional negligence' after deadly collision in central Japan

2 people were killed after cargo ship collided with fishing boat in Mie prefecture on Friday