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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
BUSINESSOct 2Philippines’ jeepney drivers ‘stuck between a rock and a hard place’ despite fare increaseReggie Manlapig, 46, has been driving jeepneys for nearly 25 years and has weathered rising fuel prices – but with costs spiking amid the global energy crunch, he is now wrestling bigger demons. “The impact has been huge. Before, in a 16-hour shift of driving, I could take home 400 to 500 pesos [US$6.30 to US$8] – now there’s a big cut to that income,” said Manlapig, who plies a two-hour daily round route from Malolos in Bulacan, north of Manila, to San Fernando, Pampanga. “Doing the full route...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSOct 2Could Northern Metropolis draw educational leasing from Hong Kong’s Grade A office sector?As education sector demand supports Hong Kong’s Grade A office leasing activity, analysts said infrastructure that will serve the Northern Metropolis could decide whether schools and universities move their administrative and other services to this potential new centre of the city. “Over the medium to long term, the Northern Metropolis could be a viable option for institutions seeking to expand their teaching, research and administrative facilities,” said Kelvin Lee, director at property agency...South China Morning Post
SCI & TECHOct 1Flood Boy : Did Chiang Rai AI Warning System Actually Work ? The effectiveness of the Chiang Rai AI Warning System is being questioned in the context of recent floods, raising inquiries about its performance. This investigates the functional success of technology in disaster mitigation.chiangraitimes.com · Thailand
DISASTEROct 1Thailand PM Threatens to Remove Officials Over Flood CrisisThe Prime Minister of Thailand has threatened to remove officials in response to a flood crisis, indicating political pressure and accountability measures during a significant event.chiangraitimes.com · Thailand
DISASTEROct 1Thailand Floods : Death Toll Hits 24 Across 31 Provinceschiangraitimes.com · Thailand
DISASTERBREAKINGOct 1Chiang Rai Issues Alert : Arsenic Levels Surge 28x in Sai Riverchiangraitimes.com · Thailand
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
WORLDOct 1Northern Thailand Reservoirs Fill to 71 % of CapacityReservoirs in Northern Thailand have reached 71% of their capacity. This provides an update on water resource levels in the region.chiangraitimes.com · Thailand
WORLDOct 1‘Brotherhood is a myth’: Hong Kong’s triads evolve amid new criminal landscapeNot long after he entered secondary school, Hong Kong youth Jason* was bullied by an older student with triad links. He was relieved when another senior stepped in to protect him. He helped Jason take revenge on the bully, then recruited him into a syndicate. Without undergoing any initiation ritual, Jason paid his protector a red packet to become an informal triad member. Later on, he discovered that the two seniors belonged to the same gang but took orders from different bosses. At first,...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSOct 1Greer says no specific timeline set for enforcing US-China Board of TradeUnited States Trade Representative Jamieson Greer said on Thursday that there is no timeline yet for implementing the US-China Board of Trade, one of the key economic outcomes of Chinese President Xi Jinping’s state visit to Washington last week. Speaking on the sidelines of the Group of 20 Trade Ministers’ meeting in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Greer said the tariff reductions under the mechanism were “a policy outcome” and that the recommendations would have to go through a legal process before...South China Morning Post
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
MILITARYOct 1Cotton Calls For Military Supply Chain Security Review After F - 35 Parts Diverted To Hong KongA senator has requested a military supply chain security review following reports that F-35 parts were diverted to Hong Kong. This incident raises national security concerns regarding sensitive defense technology.zerohedge.com · United States
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
WORLDOct 1Kirin Cup winFans cheer as Japanese players walk by after winning their Kirin Cup soccer match against Ecuador 5-4 in a penalty shootout after a goalless draw in Yokohama, on Thursday.…Japan Today
MILITARYOct 1Satellite images reveal Chinese expansion of submarine baseSatellite images have revealed the expansion of a Chinese submarine base. This indicates an ongoing military build-up and could have implications for regional security.defensenews.com · United States
CYBEROct 1Khanna asks AI firms for information on efforts by China to access codeThe leading Democrat on the House’s China Select Committee is calling on the U.S.’s leading AI labs for information on Beijing’s alleged efforts to steal model weights from their firms. Rep. Ro Khanna (D-Calif.), the ranking member of the House Select Committee of the Chinese Communist Party, requested data on Thursday from OpenAI, Anthropic, Meta…The Hill
BUSINESSOct 1Earnings Snapshot: Nike Q1 China, Direct drag revenue 4% lower; FY27 guidance softNike's first-quarter revenue was 4% lower due to challenges in China and direct sales, and the company issued soft guidance for fiscal year 2027. This indicates a significant impact on the company's financial outlook and performance.Seeking Alpha Tech
BUSINESSOct 1VanEck China Bond ETF declares monthly distribution of $0.0240VanEck China Bond ETF announced its monthly distribution. This is a routine financial disclosure for investors.Seeking Alpha Tech
BUSINESSOct 1Pandora opens Vietnam jewelry factory powered by renewable energyPandora has opened a new jewelry factory in Vietnam, which is powered by renewable energy. This represents a business expansion and a commitment to sustainable manufacturing practices.coloradohometownweekly.com · United States
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
SCI & TECHOct 1How AI is reshaping everyday life in ChinaHow AI is reshaping everyday life in ChinaAl Jazeera [en]