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POLITICSJul 29How Indonesia and Singapore Handle Information PressureThis article discusses how Indonesia and Singapore manage information pressure. It examines their approaches to a notable aspect of governance and media.thediplomat.com · China
POLITICSJul 29Limited dual citizenship gives Indonesian diaspora hope of return, better futureIndonesia’s attempt to lure back its native talent scattered around the world through limited dual citizenship has highlighted a long-held demand of the diaspora for such a scheme before they would consider returning home. The proposed revision to the citizenship law would mark a major shift for a country that has largely allowed only single citizenship since independence in 1945. Currently, children of mixed marriages can hold dual citizenship until they reach 18 years of age, when they are...South China Morning Post
POLITICSJul 29Why Japan is searching for a second capital outside TokyoJapan is exploring options for a second capital city located outside of Tokyo. This indicates a strategic national planning effort.thelinkpaper.ca · Canada
POLITICSJul 29Russia - North Korea Bridge Project Raises Strategic Questions Amid Construction DelaysA bridge project between Russia and North Korea is raising strategic questions amid reported construction delays. This indicates a development with geopolitical implications between two nations.slguardian.org · Sri Lanka
POLITICSJul 29China condemns US move to sanction Chinese research institutionsChina has condemned a decision by the US to sanction Chinese research institutions. This action highlights rising diplomatic tensions between the two countries.aa.com.tr · Turkey
POLITICSJul 29U . S . bans foreign - made humanoid robots , targeting China – NBC 5 Dallas - Fort WorthThe U.S. has banned foreign-made humanoid robots, with the policy specifically targeting China. This action impacts international technology trade and U.S.-China relations.nbcdfw.com · United States
POLITICSJul 29Japan PM's political doom loop worsens her fight with marketsJapanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is fighting a losing battle in the polls, making a retreat from promised tax cuts more difficult and denying her officials the political…Japan Today
POLITICSJul 29South Korea court gives ex - President Yoon suspended jail term for violating election lawA South Korean court has handed down a suspended jail term to former President Yoon for violating election laws. This is a significant legal outcome for a former head of state, highlighting accountability in the political system.phnompenhpost.com · Cambodia
POLITICSJul 29Xi holds talks with Slovak president in Beijing -- China Economic NetChinese President Xi Jinping has held discussions with the Slovak president in Beijing. These talks represent ongoing diplomatic engagement between the two nations.en.ce.cn · China
POLITICSJul 29Why Japan is searching for a second capital outside TokyoJapan is reportedly exploring the possibility of establishing a second capital city outside Tokyo. This initiative aims to address potential issues associated with having a single primary capital.hindustantimes.com · India
POLITICSJul 29‘Take sides’? Malaysia insists on conditional neutrality amid US-China tech rivalryMalaysia is finding it increasingly difficult to stay neutral in the US-China rivalry as the superpowers lock horns over trade, investment and the security of advanced technology, according to a top government adviser. “They don’t make us take sides when it comes to foreign policy,” Tengku Zafrul Aziz, senior political adviser to Malaysia’s Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, told This Week in Asia. “They ask me to take sides when it comes to security of technology.” Malaysia’s solution was...South China Morning Post
POLITICSJul 29China's timely celebration of the American Flying TigersThis squadron, which supported the Chinese army in the air against Japanese advances during World War II, has been used diplomatically by Beijing in an attempt to influence Washington's stance toward China.Le Monde [en]
POLITICSJul 29China calls for renewed Gulf talks , safe passage through Strait of HormuzChina is advocating for renewed diplomatic discussions regarding the Gulf region and ensuring secure transit through the Strait of Hormuz, a key international waterway.global.chinadaily.com.cn · China
POLITICSJul 29South Korea ex - president Yoon gets suspended jail termFormer South Korean president Yoon has received a suspended jail term. This marks a notable legal outcome for a former head of state.taiwansun.com · China
POLITICSJul 29South Korea ex - president Yoon gets suspended jail termFormer South Korean President Yoon has received a suspended jail term. This represents a significant legal development involving a high-profile political figure.argentinastar.com · Argentina
POLITICSJul 29Should China aim for the lead in making AI rules for the world?Beijing should step in to fill the global “vacuum” in rules on artificial intelligence as a Chinese AI model opens up a policy divide in the United States, according to various institutions within China. The calls came after Beijing-based start-up Moonshot AI launched its Kimi K3 model earlier this month, sending shock waves through Silicon Valley and the White House. The model is reportedly almost as powerful as top US rivals and much cheaper. Moonshot, which was founded just three years ago,...South China Morning Post
POLITICSJul 29Kim Jong - un joins war veterans for photos on North Korea Victory Day Kim Jong-un participated in a photo opportunity with war veterans during North Korea's Victory Day celebration. This event is a display of state leadership and historical commemoration.koreaherald.com · South Korea
POLITICSJul 28China , Slovakia eye stronger partnershipChina and Slovakia are exploring ways to strengthen their bilateral partnership. This indicates an effort to enhance diplomatic and potentially economic ties between the two nations.usa.chinadaily.com.cn · China
POLITICSJul 28Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang meets US officials as scrutiny grows over China chip accessNvidia chief executive Jensen Huang is meeting US officials and lawmakers in Washington this week amid reports that its export-controlled processors have been used to train advanced Chinese artificial intelligence models. Huang met with US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick on Tuesday, US outlet Axios reported, citing an anonymous source. Neither the US Commerce Department nor Nvidia confirmed that the meeting occurred, and its purpose was not disclosed. “Jensen is in DC to meet with leaders on...South China Morning Post
POLITICSJul 28China's chip tool push shows ASML caught in US-China squeezeYahoo Finance
POLITICSJul 28Telling Hong Kong judge to retire early is sufficient penalty for plagiarism: expertsTelling a Hong Kong judge found to have plagiarised submissions in his judgments to retire early is a sufficient penalty, as he has already suffered reputational damage and is losing tens of millions of dollars in forgone salary, allowances and pension payouts, legal experts have said. A spokesman for the judiciary confirmed on Tuesday that Justice Wilson Chan Ka-shun would be eligible for early retirement benefits calculated in accordance with his period of service. Chief Executive John Lee...South China Morning Post
POLITICSJul 28Xi holds talks with Slovak president in BeijingChinese President Xi Jinping is holding talks with the Slovak president in Beijing, indicating ongoing international diplomatic engagements.eng.chinamil.com.cn · China
POLITICSJul 28China accuses US of AI hegemonism , threatens countermeasures over potential probesasiaone.com · Singapore
POLITICSJul 28Hong Kong can learn from Beijing for revamp of public inquiry hotline: lawmakersHong Kong authorities should revamp their public inquiry hotline to better handle residents’ complaints by learning from Beijing’s model, lawmakers have told the chief executive at the first “rules-free and warm-hearted” closed-door dialogue session. While the current Legislative Council term marks the first since the 1997 handover not to hold any formal question and answer session with a city leader before the first summer recess, Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu emphasised that the new form of...South China Morning Post