China urges South Korea and Japan to defend free trade at tripartite summit | Business and Economy
Chinese Premier Li Qiang says the three countries should see each other as “partners and opportunities for development.” China's top…
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North Korea plans to launch a space satellite before June 4: Japan | Gun News
The sanctions-breaking launch follows Pyongyang's third successful attempt to launch a spy satellite in November. North Korea has notified Japan…
In expensive Hong Kong, residents flock to China for cheaper dining and shopping | Economy
Hong Kong, China – Hong Kong resident Mimi Lau regularly travels to Shenzhen to eat with friends or shop at…
The UN estimates that more than 670 people died in a landslide in Papua New Guinea | Climate news
Authorities are trying to establish evacuation centers on safer grounds on either side of the huge swath of rubble. The…
Why are thousands of people protesting in Taiwan? | Politics News
Taipei, Taiwan – Protests are expected to resume in Taiwan on Friday over a divisive bill that would greatly expand…
Twenty people from Singapore Airlines flight in intensive care: Hospital | Aviation news
Of the 40 people on the flight still being treated, 22 patients have spinal cord injuries and six have brain…
South Korea presents record $19 billion package to support chip industry | Technology
President Yoon Suk-yeol has announced a record $19 billion support plan for South Korea's crucial semiconductor industry. South Korea is…
Macron says French troops will remain in New Caledonia “as long as necessary” | Politics News
The president of France is visiting the Pacific territory where electoral reform plans have caused the worst riots in more…
Vietnam's security chief To Lam becomes new president | Politics News
Lam's appointment comes after a major anti-corruption campaign that analysts say she has weaponized for her benefit. The Vietnamese parliament…
One dead as London-Singapore flight hit by 'severe turbulence' | Aviation news
On board the Boeing 777-300ER, which made an emergency landing in Bangkok, there were 211 passengers and 18 crew members.…