2021/10/28 |
Japan’s Intensifying Refugee Debate
In Japan, the death of a Sri Lankan migrant highlighted the importance of thorough discussion on the provision of impartial treatment to detainees and asylum seekers.
2021/10/27 |
Amnesty International Closing Hong Kong Offices Amid Security Concerns
The Hong Kong offices have a sister location in Bangkok. The group continues to conduct research and advocacy work across other countries in the Asia-Pacific region.
2021/10/26 |
Taiwan Might Be a Country for Women in Politics. Can It Be So in Business?
Female executives governed less than 14% of Taiwan’s listed companies, a report shows.
2021/10/23 |
Chen Po-Wei Ousted in Recall Election
Chen, a pro-independence legislator, lost his campaign by fewer than 5,000 votes out of more than 150,000 cast.
2021/10/22 |
China Blacks Out NBA Celtics Games Over Tibet, Xi Comments
Broadcaster Tencent has scrubbed all Boston games, highlights and replays after player Enes Kanter called President Xi a “brutal dictator.” Meanwhile, 43 nations formally criticized China over its treatment of Uyghurs..
2021/10/21 |
Taiwan: Deepfake Pornographic Video Victims Call for New Laws Against Sexual Violence in Cyberspace
The president vowed that the government would tighten laws to crack down on disinformation and AI-generated fake videos.
2021/10/18 |
China Seen Tightening Grip on Macao
Macao has been paired with neighboring Guangdong in a special economic zone, with special tax and other policies aimed at diversifying Macao’s economy away from gambling.
2021/10/13 |
Japan Bids to Harness the Energy of Super Typhoons
As climate change contributes to more powerful Pacific storms, a new research center wants to better understand the threats they pose and utilize the energy they generate to help Japan reach zero carbon emissions.
2021/10/12 |
Analysts: Thaw in Sino-US Trade Dispute Would Lift World Supply Chains, Dent Southeast Asia
Southeast Asian countries should expect less investment by multinationals trying to sustain U.S.-bound exports without shipping from China.
2021/10/08 |
Philippines Will Allow Casinos on World-famous Boracay Island Despite Local Opposition
Philippine authorities say casinos would generate more revenue for the government.
2021/10/07 |
Hong Kong and the Future of Chinese-language Journalism
Young people are still joining journalism programs in Hong Kong despite the decline of press freedom. But will there be space for critical journalism when they are ready to publish?
2021/10/06 |
French Senators Visit Taiwan Amid China Tensions
A group of French senators is set to meet top Taiwanese officials, including President Tsai Ing-wen, though China had warned France against the trip.
2021/10/06 |
Chinese Warplanes Overhead Taiwan (Or Maybe Not)
Multi-aircraft flights – some at night – signal a growing sophistication. But there are still limits.
2021/10/05 |
US To Have ‘Frank’ Discussions With China About Trade
U.S. Trade Representative Katherine Tai said China has fallen short of its purchase promises and she would seek a meeting with her Chinese counterpart to review the matter.
2021/10/04 |
North and South Korea Reconnect Cross-border Hotline
Pyongyang last cut off the hotline in August after joint U.S.-South Korea military drills. The move comes amid a series of weapons tests by the North.