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Lee Kuan Yew’s Legacy: From Nation-Builder to Global Innovation Catalyst
The late Singaporean leader’s vision for a modern, efficient state continues to shape the future through a major…
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How Japan-U.S. Agricultural Trade Relations Shape Global Potato Market Access
A decades-long stalemate over U.S. potato imports highlights the tension between international trade standards and domestic political protectionism…
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Oxford Economics Names 28 Emerging Destinations in Cities to Watch
A new global ranking highlights 28 lesser-known cities worldwide that are outperforming their national economies as emerging stars…
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Hegseth Pitches ‘Strong, Quiet’ Naval Pact to ASEAN at Cebu Summit
At the ASEAN Defense Ministers’ Meeting, Hegseth proposed a framework focused on maritime interoperability and deterrence to stabilize…
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US, Japan agree to joint missile production facility in Cebu
Defense chiefs announced a new ‘Operation Supercharge’ facility in Japan to produce F-35 missiles, citing a crisis in…
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JMBs Cannot Lock Owners Out Over Unpaid Fees, Court of Appeal Rules in Sentral Bazar Case
Access cards can be cut and facilities suspended, but not entry to the unit itself. A look at…
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From Salted Rice Balls to Ceramic Octopus Pots: Japan’s Ekiben Tradition
Japan’s railway bento boxes evolved from simple rice balls in 1885 into a diverse culinary library reflecting local…
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Hegseth in Manila as US pushes ‘Squad’ alliance to counter China
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth attends ADMM-Plus in Manila, signaling a shift toward a tighter US-led security bloc…
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Bank of Japan Rate Hold Signals Shift Away From Decades Of Ultra-Loose Policy
After raising rates to their highest level in 31 years, the Bank of Japan holds steady but remains…
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Mbappé’s Mao Joke Triggers Brand Boycotts as China Enforces Political Taboos
French soccer star Kylian Mbappé faces immediate termination of major Chinese endorsements after joking about Chairman Mao, illustrating…
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Merz Warns Collapsing Global Order Threatens Middle Powers in Europe and Asia
German chancellor calls for new Europe-Asia cooperation and combined trade deals during Singapore lecture on first Asia tour.
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China Elite Convene for Plenum to Tighten Party Discipline and Enforce Loyalty
Chinese leaders meet for a closed-door plenum to discuss stricter party discipline, anti-corruption measures, and policy alignment under…
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Guangdong Accounts for One in Eight of China’s Newborns as Births Fall Nationwide
As China faces widespread population contraction, Guangdong’s economic engine and migrant-heavy demographic profile keep it as the nation’s…
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China AI stock crash wipes $480 billion as markets fear global tech contagion
China’s AI sector correction erases $480 billion in value, sparking concerns over high valuations, export restrictions, and potential…
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US Marine Indicted for Murder and Robbery of Woman in Okinawa
Prosecutors have indicted Lance Corporal Devin Jacob Ballard on suspicion of strangling Anna Yagi, reigniting debates over the…
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US Expands Central Asia Ties via Uzbekistan Space Pact and Trade Push
Secretary Rubio’s visit to Samarkand secured Uzbekistan’s entry into the Artemis Accords, signaling a strategic US pivot to…
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China and Russia Compete for North Korea With New Border Bridges
Moscow and Beijing race to court Kim Jong Un as Pyongyang leverages its wartime value to extract infrastructure…
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US-China AI Blocs Force Asian Nations to Choose Sides Amid Narrowing Neutrality Window
As Washington and Beijing solidify competing artificial intelligence alliances, Southeast and East Asian nations face mounting pressure to…
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Inside China’s 14th Five-Year Plan: Dual Circulation and Tech Self-Reliance Goals
Explore the growth targets, dual circulation strategy, and demographic fixes that defined China’s economic blueprint for 2021 to…
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Yoon Suk Yeol Serves Life Sentence After Failed Martial Law Coup
The former South Korean president remains imprisoned for insurrection crimes, with his legal team denying recent rumors regarding…
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How Volkswagen and FAW Revived the Jetta as an Affordable Electric Powerhouse in China
By combining German engineering standards with local Chinese EV supply chains, FAW-Volkswagen’s new Jetta M6 is redefining budget-friendly…
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Xi Jinping’s Anti-Corruption Campaign Entrenches Power Ahead of 21st Party Congress
Fifth plenum focuses on discipline as analysts say crackdown serves as permanent governing tool to eliminate rivals before…
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China Restructures Visa Applications for Indians, Moving Submissions to Embassy and Consulates
China’s new direct submission system and reduced fees make travel easier for Indians, aligning with a broader surge…
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Panda Fest Returns to Dallas Nov. 6-8 With 60 Food Vendors and Dishes Under $10
The return of Panda Fest to Dallas illustrates how US food festivals act as cultural bridges, showcasing the…
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