Asia-Pacific
200 Artillery Shells Fired by North Korea Near Yeonpyeong Prompt South Korean Evacuation
Reports emerged on Friday that South Korea issued evacuation orders to the residents of Yeonpyeong Island, located near the border with North Korea, following North Korea's launch of 200...
New Vaccine Panel Recommendations Weaken Covid and Childhood Immunization Guidance
New recommendations from the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP), a federal vaccine panel...
Retailers Slash Seasonal Hiring to Lowest Level Since 2009
Seasonal hiring in the retail sector is on track to fall to its lowest...
Ford Offers Subprime Buyers Special Financing to Boost F-150 Sales
Ford Motor is ramping up efforts to drive sales of its flagship F-150 pickup...
New Home Sales Jump 20.5% in August Despite High Mortgage Rates
Sales of newly built homes surged 20.5% in August compared with July, marking the...
200 Artillery Shells Fired by North Korea Near Yeonpyeong Prompt South Korean Evacuation
Reports emerged on Friday that South Korea issued evacuation orders to the residents of Yeonpyeong Island, located near the border with North Korea, following...
China Escalates Economic Strain on Taiwan, Revoking Tariff Concessions Amidst Pre-Election Tensions
China ends tariff concessions on Taiwan's imports, citing trade violations, amid escalating tensions and upcoming Taiwanese elections
Belt and Road Forum: A Decade of Global Infrastructure Ambitions and Russian-Chinese Relations
China is set to host its third Belt and Road Forum, a significant event in President Xi Jinping's diplomatic agenda. This forum, scheduled for...
South China Sea Dispute: Unpacking the Philippine-China Maritime Standoff
The South China Sea has long been a geopolitical flashpoint, with multiple countries laying overlapping claims on its waters and islands. Among the most...
China’s Diverse Strategies for Interfering in Taiwan’s Elections
In the lead-up to Taiwan's January elections, concerns over China's interference loom large. The island nation, which has long enjoyed democratic governance, faces persistent...
Reunification Through Art: China’s Symbolic Gesture on National Day
The Chinese military recently unveiled a captivating animated short film on National Day that employed art, culture, and history as a conduit to articulate...
Philippine Coastguard Stands Firm Amidst Chinese Presence at Scarborough Shoal
Amid escalating tensions in the South China Sea, the Philippine Coastguard has issued a call to action for the country's fishermen. On Wednesday, they...
Thailand’s Visa Waiver for Chinese Tourists: A Bold Move to Revive Tourism
Chinese tourists landing in Bangkok received a warm and VIP welcome on Monday, marking a significant moment as Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin personally greeted...
South China Sea Dispute: Philippines’ Stand Against Chinese Barriers
In a recent development in the ongoing South China Sea dispute, the Philippines has announced its commitment to taking decisive actions to remove barriers...
China-Germany Tensions: Xi Jinping Labelled “Dictator” by German Foreign Minister
In the intricate labyrinth of global politics, words can carry significant weight, often leading to diplomatic tensions or even reshaping international relations. The recent...
China’s Ambassadorial Move in Kabul: A Shift in Diplomatic Dynamics?
On a regular Wednesday in Kabul, an event transpired that could potentially signal a pivotal point in international diplomatic relations with the Taliban, a...
South China Sea Tensions: Philippines Resupply Mission Faces Chinese Naval Resistance
Philippine Resupply Mission in South China Sea Faces Challenges from Chinese VesselsThe recent resupply mission undertaken by the Philippines in the South China Sea...
China’s Elevated Military Presence Near Taiwan: A Deep Dive into the Geopolitical Implications
China is elevating its military stance along its coast adjacent to Taiwan by initiating a permanent deployment of advanced fighters and drones at newly...
Historic Deluge Engulfs Hong Kong: Two Dead, 140 Injured in 140-Year Rainfall Record
In a historic meteorological event that has unfolded over the course of 140 years, the Asian financial powerhouse, Hong Kong, bore witness to the...
