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POLITICSSep 18Convicted of Theft, an Ex-Prime Minister Is Set to Swap Prison for MansionThe former prime minister of Malaysia, Najib Razak, was convicted in the multibillion-dollar 1MDB scandal. He’ll serve out his time at a luxury home.NYT World
POLITICSSep 18South Korean president urges Trump dialogue with PyongyangTrump announced in August that he intended to meet with North Korean leader Kim Jong-un later this year as he once again touted the pair's relationship. Pyongyang has offered little response.EuroNews [en]
POLITICSSep 18Lawsuit over refusal to re-employ a non-regular employee who worked for 20 years; city to pay 1.5 million yen in settlementA city is reportedly set to pay 1.5 million yen in a settlement for a lawsuit filed by a non-regular employee who was denied re-employment after 20 years of service. This indicates a legal dispute regarding long-term employment practices within a municipal body.Asahi Shimbun
POLITICSSep 18Illegal 10-Meter Watchtower Removed From Seoul's Guryong VillageA 10-meter watchtower in Seoul's Guryong Village was removed on the 18th under a court order, about two years after residents built it.sedaily · south korea
POLITICSSep 18South Korea’s president rejects US request for Iran war supportSouth Korean President Lee Jae Myung has drawn a clear line against any US request for Seoul to join the war against Iran, explicitly ruling out the dispatch of troops or military assets that could involve his country in the conflict. The stance comes amid mounting public opposition to any military deployment and growing pressure from Washington for Seoul to contribute to efforts to secure freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz. Lee’s government faces the difficult task of balancing...South China Morning Post
POLITICSSep 18Arrests and Court Appearances Heighten Political Tensions in the PhilippinesWhat are the political implications of Martin Romualdez’s arrest, Rodrigo Duterte’s ICC appearance, and the new criminal case against Vice President Sara Duterte?The Diplomat
POLITICSSep 18Malaysia: Jailed ex-leader Najib allowed house arrestConvicted in the 1MDB scandal for embezzling millions, former Prime Minister Najib Razak had repeatedly sought clemency. Malaysia's king has now granted him a "conditional pardon."DW News [en]
POLITICSSep 18Why Eurasia, Not the Indo-Pacific, Matters Most in Next Phase of Taiwan DeterrenceWashington is preparing for the right war, but in the wrong theater. For years, U.S. strategic thinking has centered on the Indo‑Pacific: the militarized atolls of the South China Sea, China’s churning naval shipyards, and the tense waters of the Taiwan Strait. Yet the next phase of competition will likely play out on the Eurasian landmass, contested through pipelines, swing states, and shifting alignments along routes that overlap with the ancient Silk Road. This is where China is building alternative trade and energy corridors beyond the immediate reach of U.S. military power.ChiWar on the Rocks
POLITICSSep 18Bereaved family 'cannot accept' company's response to 19-year-old's death by falling, alleging power harassmentThe bereaved family of a 19-year-old who died by falling, allegedly due to power harassment, has expressed dissatisfaction with the company's response. This situation highlights a contentious issue of workplace conduct and corporate accountability.Asahi Shimbun
POLITICSSep 18South Korea rules out deploying troops to intervene in the Iran warCorea del Sur reafirma su postura de no intervenir en conflictos externos, asegurando que no enviará tropas a la región del Golfo Pérsico.El presidente Lee Jae Myung enfatiza que solo se realizarán acciones mínimas para proteger rutas comerciales y buques nacionales.Clarín
POLITICSSep 18The keys to the Beijing-Washington trade truce ahead of the meeting between Xi and TrumpEl viceprimer ministro chino visita Nueva York para afianzar una tregua comercial con EE. UU., evitando el regreso de aranceles suspendidos.La inteligencia artificial y las tierras raras son claves en las conversaciones, reflejando tensiones tecnológicas y comerciales persistentes.Clarín
POLITICSSep 18Hong Kong talent schemes could add 1.2% to GDP annually: John LeeTalent attracted to Hong Kong under various admission schemes could add about 1.2 per cent to the city’s gross domestic product (GDP) each year, the city leader has said, adding that more than half of those reaching the three-year mark are willing to stay. Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu said on Friday the government had attracted more than 300,000 people through its talent measures, with about 20 per cent from places outside mainland China. “These talent will create an extra GDP of probably...South China Morning Post
POLITICSSep 18Law Society of Hong Kong mourns the passing of former non-permanent judge Justice William GummowThe Law Society of Hong Kong has expressed deep sadness following the passing of the Honourable Mr Justice William Montague Charles Gummow AC, who served as a non-permanent judge of the Court of Final Appeal.thestandard_hk · hong kong
POLITICSSep 18Why Malaysia Won’t Extradite Dr. Zakir Naik to IndiaDespite being wanted on various criminal charges in India, the Islamic preacher has become hugely popular since arriving in Malaysia in 2016.The Diplomat
POLITICSSep 18South Korea says US-North Korea talks possible, rules out Hormuz deploymentSouth Korean president will facilitate US-North Korea talks but will not deploy troops in US war on Iran.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICSSep 18Indonesian Parliamentary Committee Debates Changes to Fiscal Deficit LimitSome lawmakers say that the current administration should have the right to a 3 percent ceiling in order to support its expansive economic agenda.The Diplomat
POLITICSSep 18An Irish voice in Beijing’s debate on the new world orderAt China’s Xiangshan Forum, an Irish general argues that a multipolar world can only be stable if smaller states’ sovereignty is respectedIrish Times World
POLITICSSep 18Rejecting Trump, South Korean Leader Says He Will Not Send Troops to IranPresident Lee Jae Myung’s comments followed President Trump’s repeated demand for “a little hand” from South Korea, a decades-old American ally.NYT World
POLITICSSep 18Russia and China veto US-backed resolution to monitor Iran nuclear sanctionsThe proposal, which the United States had drafted to extend the UN expert panel’s mandate for a year was defeated by a vote of 11-2, with Somalia and Pakistan abstaining because of the Russian and Chinese vetoes.EuroNews [en]
POLITICSSep 18Hongkongers pay tribute to late leader Tung Chee-hwa at community hallsSome residents have started paying tribute to Hong Kong’s first chief executive Tung Chee-hwa on Friday morning, bringing flowers and writing heartfelt messages in condolence books placed at three community halls across the city. The condolence signing is arranged for the public a day ahead of Tung’s vigil on Saturday, followed by a state funeral on Sunday. “Chief Executive Tung, you devoted yourself selflessly so that Hong Kong could make a smooth transition. Hong Kong people will remember you...South China Morning Post
POLITICSSep 18Seoul emphasizes its efforts to coordinate dialogue between Trump and Kim Jong-unEl líder surcoreano resalta esfuerzos para reactivar el diálogo entre EE.UU. y Corea del Norte, subrayando la posible cumbre entre sus mandatarios.Seúl y Washington ajustan maniobras militares, mientras el ministro surcoreano se reúne en EE.UU. para tratar la reanudación de conversaciones.Clarín
POLITICSSep 18High Court dismisses Albert Tei's bid to transfer MACC graft caseKUALA LUMPUR: The High Court today dismissed an application by businessman Albert Tei to transfer his five corruption charges involving former senior political secretary Datuk Seri Shamsul Iskandar Mohd Akin from the Sessions Court.nst · malaysia
POLITICSSep 18Speaker Seah Kian Peng apologises for nodding off while chairing parliamentary proceedings - The Straits TimesSpeaker Seah Kian Peng apologises for nodding off while chairing parliamentary proceedings The Straits Times Singapore parliament speaker apologizes for falling asleep UA.NEWS Seah Kian Peng apologises for nodding off during 11-hour parliamentary sitting: ‘I should have called for a break’ stomp.sggoogle · singapore
POLITICSSep 18Factsheet series: Hong Kong’s debut 5-year plan and 2026 policy addressThis factsheet series discusses Hong Kong's debut 5-year plan and its 2026 policy address. It provides insights into the region's governmental and economic strategies.South China Morning Post
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