Opinion
Inside Taiwan’s KMT: Power Strains Draw International Attention
Internal tensions within Taiwan's KMT are attracting scrutiny from Washington and Beijing, with implications for party unity and cross-strait politics.
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Da Nang tightens rules on street begging amid Vietnam tourism rebound
Da Nang has intensified enforcement against street begging as visitor numbers grow, prompting debate on public order and social support.
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Germany blocks COSCO purchase as EU tightens scrutiny of Chinese logistics deals
Germany blocks COSCO acquisition as the EU tightens oversight of Chinese investments in logistics and strategic infrastructure.
Opinion
Opposition Demonstrations Increase Pressure on Modi Government
Widespread opposition protests challenge the Modi government, pressing for answers on the economy, governance and parliamentary accountability.
Opinion
Japan’s 10-Year JGB Coupon Climbs to Three-Decade High, Stoking Fiscal Concerns
The 10-year JGB coupon hit a 30-year high, intensifying worries over Japan's debt servicing costs and putting pressure on monetary and fiscal policy.
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Nikkei Surges Back Above 70,000 as AI-Driven Buying Returns to Tokyo Stocks
Tokyo stocks climbed as the Nikkei reclaimed the 70,000 level, propelled by renewed investor interest in AI-linked names and technology sectors.
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From Hiroshima to AI: What History Teaches About Governing Powerful Technologies
The atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki offer concrete lessons for international governance of artificial intelligence and risk management.
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Vietnam posts near-double-digit Q3 growth, strongest pace in four years
Vietnam's economy expanded 9.95% in Q3, the fastest rate in four years, boosting the outlook while keeping attention on external demand and policy choices.
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New World shares slip after investors rethink 11 Skies involvement
New World Development shares reversed gains as investors weighed the company's role in the 11 Skies project, stirring caution in Hong Kong markets.
Opinion
Lynas Targets Brazil with Takeover Bid for Meteoric Resources
Lynas moves to acquire Meteoric Resources to gain exposure to Brazil's rare earths and strengthen its non‑Chinese supply options.
Opinion
Could the UN Become a ‘Secular Pope’ for Global Mediation?
Advocates propose a neutral, moral mediator at the UN to navigate rising geopolitical complexity and reinforce international conflict resolution.