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Wed, July 24, 2024 | 03:22

China tells NATO not to create chaos in Asia, rejects label of 'enabler' of Russia's Ukraine war

China tells NATO not to create chaos in Asia, rejects label of 'enabler' of Russia's Ukraine war

China accused NATO on Thursday of seeking security at the expense of others and told the alliance not to bring the same “chaos” to Asia, a reflection of its determination to oppose strengthening ties between NATO members and Asian nations such as Japan, South Korea and the Philippines.

2024-07-11 21:27

Tokyo Governor Koike wins reelection, exit polls show

Tokyo Governor Koike wins reelection, exit polls show

Tokyo Governor Yuriko Koike has won reelection to a third term on Sunday, fending off challenges from dozens of candidates vying to unseat the ruling Liberal Democratic Party-backed incumbent, according to an exit poll from public broadcaster NHK.

2024-07-07 21:51

Philippines turned down US help amid South China Sea tensions: military chief

Philippines turned down US help amid South China Sea tensions: military chief

The Philippines has turned down offers from the United States to assist operations in the South China Sea, after a flare-up with China over missions to resupply Filipino troops on a contested shoal, its military chief said.

2024-07-05 21:42

China's Communist Party expels two former defense ministers for corruption

China's Communist Party expels two former defense ministers for corruption

China's Communist Party on Thursday expelled former defense minister Li Shangfu and his predecessor Wei Fenghe for 'serious violations of discipline,' a euphemism for corruption, state news agency Xinhua reported.

2024-06-27 21:08

Malaysia beaches hit by Singapore oil spill

Malaysia beaches hit by Singapore oil spill

An oil spill off Singapore has spread to beaches in southern Malaysia, a government official said Friday, with clean-up operations underway.

2024-06-21 20:52

Historic flood in southern China kills 47, with more feared in coming days

Historic flood in southern China kills 47, with more feared in coming days

Nine people have died and six are missing after downpours caused historic flooding in rural parts of southern China's Guangdong province, while authorities warned Friday of more flooding ahead in other parts of the country.

2024-06-21 20:15

Japan's emperor says he looks forward to deepening ties with Britain's royals during UK visit

Japan's emperor says he looks forward to deepening ties with Britain's royals during UK visit

Japan's Emperor Naruhito said Wednesday he is “delighted” to finally be able to visit Britain after the trip was delayed by several years due to the COVID-19 pandemic. He said he looks forward to rekindling his friendship with the British royal family and exploring Oxford, where he studied about 40 years ago.

2024-06-20 19:29

China's Xi vows to boost crackdown on corruption in military

China's Xi vows to boost crackdown on corruption in military

China's President Xi Jinping has vowed to boost his crackdown on corruption and enhance loyalty within the armed forces, state media reported Wednesday.

2024-06-19 21:40

Thailand to be first Southeast Asian country to recognize same-sex marriage

Thailand to be first Southeast Asian country to recognize same-sex marriage

Thailand's Senate passed the final reading of a marriage equality law on Tuesday, paving the way for it to become the first country in Southeast Asia to recognize same-sex couples.

2024-06-18 20:17

US appoints new representative to Taiwan as the self-governing island faces China's intimidation

US appoints new representative to Taiwan as the self-governing island faces China's intimidation

The United States has appointed a new representative to Taiwan, as China boosts its threats against the self-ruled island following the election of a new president who wants the territory to maintain its de-facto independence.

2024-05-29 20:44

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