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POLITICSSep 29Aussie activist detained in Vietnam on terror chargesportnews.com.au · Australia
WORLDSep 29MTR technician, winner at global vocational competition, will apply insights to jobA Hong Kong technician who won a global prize for train repair at an international competition for vocational skills has pledged to apply insights from the competition to his job, as he recalled three days of intense examination to fix railway system faults. Gordon Tang Kwong-tai, 22, an employee of the MTR Corporation for four years, said his participation in the WorldSkills Competition in Shanghai last week was a journey of determination that broadened his horizons as he challenged peers from...South China Morning Post
DISASTERSep 29One Bangkok flood battle after another as Thai Airways races to clear baggage backlogStanding water ⁠in Thailand’s capital is expected ⁠to clear within three days if there is no additional rainfall, the government said on Tuesday, as flag carrier Thai Airways struggled to resume regular services following heavy rain and flooding. The ‌cabinet will discuss long-term plans to address flooding and recovery measures on Tuesday, government spokesperson Ekkapob Pianpises told a news briefing. Bangkok was hit by around 320mm (12.6 inches) of rain over two to three days last week,...South China Morning Post
MILITARYSep 29Russia preparing to deploy 10,000 North Korean troops, warns ZelenskyThe Independent World
CONFLICTSep 29North Korean envoy denounces US for supporting ROK nuclear submarine ambitionsA North Korean envoy has publicly criticized the United States for its support of South Korea's nuclear submarine ambitions, indicating rising diplomatic tensions.nknews.org · North Korea
BUSINESSSep 29S . Korea overseas direct investment grows for 4 successive quarters - XinhuaSouth Korea's overseas direct investment has shown growth for four consecutive quarters. This indicates a sustained positive trend in the nation's international economic activity.english.news.cn
BUSINESSSep 29CLARITY Act Stalls ; Stablecoin Industry Comes of Age : XREX Group Hosts Stablecoin Summit 2026 in Singapore with Curve and BridgeThe CLARITY Act has stalled while the stablecoin industry matures, as indicated by XREX Group hosting a Stablecoin Summit in Singapore with key partners. This signifies important regulatory and developmental trends within the cryptocurrency sector.vietnamtribune.com · Vietnam
BUSINESSSep 29Toyota car sales fall for seventh straight month on China slumpToyota's car sales have declined for the seventh consecutive month, attributed to a slump in the China market. This reflects challenges for a major automotive manufacturer in a key global market.freemalaysiatoday.com · Malaysia
BUSINESSSep 29Asian stocks mostly fall after Wall Street losses and oil prices riseAsian stock markets largely declined following losses on Wall Street and an increase in oil prices. This indicates a general downturn in global financial markets influenced by various economic factors.winknews.com · United States
POLITICSSep 29China warns Japan over WWII history as business delegation visits BeijingChina’s top diplomat Wang Yi met Japan’s former foreign minister Takeshi Iwaya, who is leading a 50-member delegation of corporate executives, in Beijing on Monday, marking the highest-ranking Chinese official reception for a Japanese visit in nearly a year. During the talks, Wang warned that bilateral relations were facing a “severe situation” and had “yet to be normalised” ahead of next year’s 55th anniversary of diplomatic ties, according to a readout from the Chinese foreign ministry. “A...South China Morning Post
POLITICSSep 29‘Safeguard the truth and strengthen global reach,’ John Lee urges Hong Kong mediaHong Kong’s media should eliminate falsehoods and expand their global reach, the chief executive has said, urging news workers to serve as “spokespeople” for good stories about mainland China and Hong Kong. Speaking on Tuesday at an event marking the 77th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China, city leader John Lee Ka-chiu outlined his two expectations for the industry. He first directed media workers to safeguard the truth, dispel falsehoods and exalt the good, invoking a...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSSep 29Novo Nordisk strikes $2.6B obesity drug deal with China's HengruiSeeking Alpha Tech
SCI & TECHSep 29China BeiDou navigation system expands into diverse sectors amid tech convergenceChina's BeiDou navigation system is expanding its applications into various sectors, driven by technological convergence.southeastasiapost.com · Pakistan
BUSINESSSep 29KPMG in Singapore Tea Wei Li : Adaptability key to sustained competitiveness , innovation amidst disruptionA KPMG representative in Singapore, Tea Wei Li, states that adaptability is crucial for maintaining competitiveness and fostering innovation during periods of disruption. This highlights a key business strategy for navigating changing environments.sbr.com.sg · Singapore
BUSINESSSep 29Surging Chinese orders sweeten livelihoods for Cambodian mango factory workers , farmersIncreased Chinese orders are improving the livelihoods of mango factory workers and farmers in Cambodia.southeastasiapost.com · Pakistan
BUSINESSSep 29Asian markets extend losses on Wall Street sell-off and rising yields; RBA hikes ratesSeeking Alpha Tech
SCI & TECHSep 29‘Important and consequential’: Nvidia’s Jensen Huang on US-China AI race, risk managementThe US and China need to improve communication, work together more closely and more fully embrace technology to stem risks associated with artificial intelligence, the founder of Nvidia said on Monday. “We should recognise that we’re competitors, and competitors are still able to collaborate,” said Jensen Huang, head of the world’s most valuable company, with a market capitalisation of about US$5.5 trillion. “This is such an important and consequential technology. It has the incredible...South China Morning Post
MILITARYSep 29Taiwan reports 3 PLA aircraft , 6 PLAN vessels operating near islandTaiwan has reported the presence of three People's Liberation Army (PLA) aircraft and six People's Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) vessels operating near the island. This indicates ongoing military activity in the region.chinanationalnews.com · China
BUSINESSSep 29Air Canada to launch new direct flights from Vancouver to major Mainland China city | Daily HiveAir Canada plans to introduce new direct flights connecting Vancouver to a major city in Mainland China. This expansion will enhance travel and trade links between Canada and China.dailyhive.com · Canada
BUSINESSSep 29Shoppers rejoice, farmers fume as Japan’s rice crisis turns into a surplusLast year, Japan was flooding its rice market with emergency stockpiles in a bid to mollify voters angered by the soaring price of its staple grain. Now, it has the opposite problem: a glut. That is welcome news for shoppers, but the whiplash is hurting people like Hiroshi Asano, 59, who farms a relatively large 38 hectares (93 acres) of rice fields in Chiba, close to Tokyo. He expects to make a loss this year, and he is worried smaller-scale farmers would not be able to survive. “I’ve been...South China Morning Post
DISASTERSep 29Bangkok flood disaster, Indonesian victim of fake cash scam: 7 Asia highlightsWe have selected seven stories from the SCMP’s coverage of Asia over the past week that resonated with our readers and shed light on topical issues. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. 1. Bangkok declares flood disaster across city as thousands flee from homes Entire Bangkok neighbourhoods were inundated on Saturday as the city government declared a flood disaster after the worst rains in years overwhelmed the Thai capital, submerging roads, cars and...South China Morning Post
CONFLICTBREAKINGSep 29Myanmar army airstrike kills 49 and injures 58 others in market in opposition-controlled Rakhine stateEuroNews [en]
WORLDSep 29Man who allegedly hid 3 pinhole cameras in Hong Kong gym changing rooms out on bailA Hong Kong man who allegedly installed pinhole cameras in the changing rooms of a popular gym chain has been released on bail pending the identification of victims. Construction site foreman Fung Kwok-wang, 34, was not required to answer a count of voyeurism in his first appearance at Sha Tin Court on Tuesday, as prosecutors sought an eight-week adjournment for further police inquiries. Acting Principal Magistrate Cheang Kei-hong granted the defendant HK$2,000 (US$255) bail on condition that he...South China Morning Post
WORLDSep 29Kampuchea Press AgencyThe title refers to Agence Kampuchea Presse, which is a news agency. No specific news event is described.akp.gov.kh · Cambodia