Asia Compact | 21.05.2013, 18:00 UTC

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Asia Compact 21.05.2013 | 18:00 UTC Asia Pakistan Parties struggle to gain influence in Karachi The southern city of Karachi is one of the most dangerous cities in the world. For two decades a liberal party has had control over the Pakistani city, but now it seems the party is losing its grip on the city. News North Korea North Korea releases Chinese fishermen held for ransom North Korea has released 16 Chinese fishermen who were seized and held for ransom two weeks ago, state media has reported. The incident served as further source of tension between the neighbouring allies. Asia Sports IPL inspires other Indian sports Cricket's hugely popular Indian Premier League (IPL) is being played in its sixth season. Despite recent controversies surrounding the event, its unabated success has started to inspire other sports formats. It isn't just cricket - India's dilemma with Sri Lanka IPL combines India's love for cricket and movies Is Pakistan safe for international cricket? Bilateral relations India and China bury the hatchet, focus on trade Indian and Chinese leaders have played down their recent border dispute and other tensions and promised to work together towards regional stability and the economic growth. China, India court Africa for resources China and India - Rivals in Africa India and China set up mechanism to maintain border peace More DW More DW DW is turning 60 - Celebrate with us! Let your creativity flow and upload your photographic birthday present to us by May 30. There are plenty of great prizes to win. The best and most original photos will be published online at www.dw.de/mydw.   Unsubscribe   Personal Data   Feedback   Imprint © Deutsche Welle 2013