2020/08/31 |
Independence Day Takes On New Meaning For Indonesian Fishermen
“Some can’t join us today. They have to work,” Muzahir said. “We just have to find a way to enjoy it.”
2020/08/31 |
China’s 'Coercive Diplomacy' Backfires as Czech Delegation Visits Taiwan
In defiance of China, a delegation led by Czech Senate President Miloš Vystrčil, arrived in Taiwan on a six-day visit – the highest-level exchange between the two countries to cement economic and cultural ties.
2020/08/28 |
Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe Announces Resignation
Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe says he is stepping down for health reasons. He has suffered from the chronic illness ulcerative colitis for years.
2020/08/27 |
North Korea and Coronavirus: Hide-And-Seek With the World
Coronavirus has left a trail of destruction for many neighboring countries — but in Pyongyang, leader Kim Jong Un denies that there have been any infections. Is this true?
2020/08/26 |
The Killings in the Philippines Grow More Brazen
The recent murder of a well-known activist signals a turning point in the campaign to eliminate dissent.
2020/08/25 |
Taiwan’s Covid-19 Testing Strategy Divides Public Health Experts
A canceled press conference on Covid-19 antibody testing is the latest episode dividing Taiwan’s public health experts.
2020/08/25 |
Taiwan Positioned for Role in Wealth Management and Corporate Financing
President Tsai Ing-wen told local business tycoons last week that her administration plans to liberalize the local economy.
2020/08/24 |
South Korea Warns It’s on Brink of Nationwide Pandemic
New infections have emerged in all of South Korea’s 17 regions.
2020/08/21 |
Philippine-Made Hair Product Listed Manila as ‘Province of China’
Manila's mayor ordered the closure of at least four businesses selling hair products erroneously labeling the Philippines as a province of China.
2020/08/20 |
Taiwan to Ban Local Distribution of Chinese Streaming Services
Taiwan is planning to ban Chinese streaming services from partnering with local distributors starting on September 3.
2020/08/20 |
Splits Emerge Among Hong Kong Pro-Democracy Parties Over Boycott Pledge
Hong Kong has offered to extend pan-democratic lawmakers' current terms until September 30, 2021; it appears more moderate lawmakers prefer to stay, while younger lawmakers argue for boycott.
2020/08/19 |
Mauritius Still Reeling From a Spreading Oil Spill
The Mauritian government has told volunteers to stop and leave any efforts to officials. But residents and local organizations are carrying on with the cleanup, risking arrest.
2020/08/19 |
Flooding at Home, Tensions Abroad Raise Concern for China’s Food Security
Analysts say recent pressure on China’s food security is due to natural disasters at home and worsening relations with many of Beijing’s trade partners.
2020/08/18 |
Vietnam’s Economy Seen as Hopeful Despite Coronavirus Surge
Though normal commerce has screeched to a near halt in Da Nang, Vietnam, residents and observers have expressed confidence in the government's response.
2020/08/18 |
Philippines Lockdown Lifted, No Relief for Frontline Workers
The lockdown in Metro Manila may have been lifted, but neither Covid-19 nor the crisis in the healthcare system shows signs of relenting.
2020/08/17 |
Thailand's Largest Pro-Democracy Rally in Years Draws 10,000
Demonstrators are demanding Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha, who took power in a military coup in 2014, speed up reforms.
2020/08/15 |
Chen Chi-mai Wins Kaohsiung Mayoral By-Election
Chen Chi-mai of the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) has been elected mayor of Kaohsiung.
2020/08/14 |
Hong Kong Catholic Church Divided Over National Security Law
The Hong Kong Catholic Church is internally split.