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POLITICSOct 2Focus on Umno pact , PAS spiritual leader says after PN suspendedA PAS spiritual leader has emphasized focusing on an Umno pact following the suspension of PN. This suggests a shift in political strategy or alliances within the region.freemalaysiatoday.com · Malaysia
POLITICSOct 2South Korea brings powerful prosecution agency to heelOverhaul is a victory for reformers, though some fear it could leave an investigative vacuumFinancial Times
POLITICSOct 2China 77th Anniversary : Xi Jinping Urges Nation to Pursue Unstoppable National Revival with Firm Confidence On China's 77th Anniversary, Xi Jinping encouraged the nation to pursue "unstoppable national revival" with "firm confidence." This speech outlines the country's strategic goals and demonstrates nationalistic sentiment.elciudadano.com
POLITICSOct 1Pakistan and China Celebrate Strong Diplomatic Ties and Economic CooperationPakistan and China are celebrating their strong diplomatic relationship and economic collaboration. This indicates continued alliance and economic partnership between the two nations.newsmakers.pk · Pakistan
POLITICSOct 1Kyrgyz Activist Gets 2 Years For Criticizing Growing Chinese PresenceA Kyrgyz activist has been sentenced to two years in prison for criticizing China's increasing influence. This highlights concerns about free speech, human rights, and geopolitical dynamics in Kyrgyzstan.centralasiatimes.com · Azerbaijan
POLITICSOct 1Panda diplomacy: all the countries currently hosting China’s beloved ambassadorsTwo giant pandas arrived in the US following Chinese President Xi Jinping’s visit to Washington, continuing a decades-old tradition in which the beloved fuzzy ambassadors have become symbols of China’s ties with countries around the world. Zoo Atlanta announced the arrival of giant pandas Ping Ping and Fu Shuang on Sunday, saying it was “overjoyed” to welcome the pair after the zoo’s previous 25-year partnership with China ended in 2024. Xi said during his US visit that the pandas would be sent...South China Morning Post
POLITICSOct 1Tung Chee-hwa’s task as Hong Kong’s chief executive was without precedentThe farewell to former chief executive Tung Chee-hwa was moving because it marked the passing of a figure who stood at the beginning of a wholly new chapter for Hong Kong, a city to which he devoted so much of himself. For many, Tung will always be associated with the formidable demands of the early years after the return to the motherland – the Asian financial crisis, the bursting of the property bubble, severe acute respiratory syndrome (Sars) and sharp social divisions. The institutions of...South China Morning Post
POLITICSOct 1Can Mexico thread the needle between Washington and Beijing?As US-Mexico trade talks approach, the Mexican government faces a delicate balancing act: curbing Chinese trade and investment without cutting off vital inputs and foreign capital. The post Can Mexico thread the needle between Washington and Beijing? appeared first on Atlantic Council.Atlantic Council
POLITICSOct 1Ports, power, and presence: How to defend Batanes from ChinaManila and Washington should be proactive in preventing Chinese coercion or encroachment in the Philippines’ northern-most province. The post Ports, power, and presence: How to defend Batanes from China appeared first on Atlantic Council.Atlantic Council
POLITICSOct 1Xi-Trump meeting’s takeaways, successes and fallout: 7 US-China relations readsWe have selected seven of the most interesting and important news stories covering US-China relations from the past few weeks. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. 1. Trade, Taiwan and ‘strategic stability’: key Xi-Trump takeaways overall Here are the key takeaways from Chinese President Xi Jinping’s whirlwind 43-hour trip to the United States, his first state visit to the country in more than a decade, after US President Donald Trump pulled out all the...South China Morning Post
POLITICSOct 1China backs Cuba, Beijing’s Panama threat, new UN chief: 7 Latin America relations readsWe have selected seven of the most interesting and important news stories covering Latin American relations from the past few weeks. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. 1. China pledges to ‘firmly support’ Cuba as US escalates pressure on Havana China will stand by Cuba in defending its sovereignty and resisting outside interference, foreign ministry spokesman Guo Jiakun said as Washington stepped up its campaign to force political change in Havana. Read...South China Morning Post
POLITICSOct 1Singapore launches government dating app as birth rate plungesThe city-state’s hands-on government helps with housing, health care, marriage, having kids and retirement. Add dating to the list.Washington Post World
POLITICSOct 1Trump’s greatest gift to Xi: Making China America’s peerU.S. allies have the most to lose. Major powers have repeatedly sought stability through exclusive understandings while middle powers and smaller states absorbed the consequences.The Hill
POLITICSOct 1Japan increases residency fees by 2000% amid "anxiety" over foreignersPrime Minister Sanae Takaichi is making it more difficult for immigrants to remain in the country. Critics argue this is harming Japan's ability to address labor shortages.Clarín
POLITICSOct 1Controversy: Japan scrutinizes popular animal cafesThe Japanese government will launch its first official investigation into this type of establishment. They seek to set rules to regulate a business that continues to grow.Clarín
POLITICSOct 1Poser for Bersatu in Melaka pollsBersatu faces a challenge in the Melaka polls, indicating a significant political dynamic in the upcoming elections. This suggests a notable political contest in the region.freemalaysiatoday.com · Malaysia
POLITICSOct 1Ho Chi Minh City seeks closer Singapore ties on administrative reformHo Chi Minh City is seeking to establish closer ties with Singapore to collaborate on administrative reform. This effort suggests a focus on improving governance through international partnership.news.tuoitre.vn
POLITICSOct 1Days after Xi-Trump summit, the US marks China’s National Day with pared-down noteFive days after Chinese President Xi Jinping left Washington, the US State Department marked the 77th anniversary of the People’s Republic of China with a greeting short enough to fit on a calling card. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s congratulatory statement landed on Wednesday, a few hours before dawn on National Day in Beijing. It made no mention of Xi’s visit, the trade understandings reached during the trip or the meetings the two leaders have scheduled for later this year. Washington...South China Morning Post
POLITICSOct 1Indonesia’s Prabowo appoints new foreign ministerIndonesia’s President Prabowo Subianto replaced ⁠his foreign minister with a career diplomat on Thursday, in his second change to a top post in his cabinet in less than three weeks. Prabowo ‌in a cabinet reshuffle named as foreign minister, the ministry’s former permanent representative to the United Nations in New York, with the outgoing Sugiono appointed Human Development minister. The appointment of Nasir, who was Sugiono’s deputy, is expected ⁠to mark a shake-up at the ministry. It comes...South China Morning Post
POLITICSOct 1Indonesia’s Prabowo appoints new police chief following scandals at the forceIndonesia’s President Prabowo Subianto is replacing Listyo Sigit Prabowo as the country’s police chief with the head of the National Narcotics Agency, Suyudi Ario Seto, amid reports of police transgressions under Listyo’s watch in recent years. Chairman of the House Commission on Legal Affairs Habiburokhman confirmed on Thursday morning that the house had received a presidential letter dismissing Listyo and nominating Suyudi to the post, according to Tempo news magazine. “This morning, we...South China Morning Post
POLITICSOct 1From one summit to the next, China shapes a world favorable to its riseInternational meetings attended by President Xi Jinping may appear to yield few concrete results, but Beijing is seeking broad, noncommittal support from as many countries as possible to cement its central role on the world stage.Le Monde [en]
POLITICSOct 1Japan tightens rules for foreigners wanting permanent residencyJapan toughened on Thursday requirements for foreigners wanting to obtain permanent residency, as part of Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's push to tighten immigration controls. The post Japan tightens rules for foreigners wanting permanent residency appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
POLITICSOct 1Kyoto's Nijo Castle to charge out-of-town visitors twice as much as city residents for admissionKyoto plans to introduce dual pricing for admission fees to Nijo Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage site, as early as from fiscal 2027, charging out-of-town visitors twice as…Japan Today
POLITICSOct 1Japan tightens rules for foreigners wanting permanent residencyJapan on Thursday toughened requirements for foreigners wanting to obtain permanent residency, as part of Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's push to tighten immigration controls. Under new rules that…Japan Today