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US Announces Sanctions Against Myanmar Military for ‘Facilitating’ Cyber Scams

The Karen National Army and its leader Saw Chit Thu have been described as "key enablers" of the region's online fraud operations.

Published on: May 06, 2025 | Source: The Diplomat favicon The Diplomat

AI-driven job loss is no cause for panic

Artificial intelligence (AI) software’s uncanny ability to emulate some important human behaviors has sparked speculation about its impact on employment. Will increasingly intelligent robots replace human workers, creating massive unemployment with heavy social costs? Some writers, for example, The New Yorker’s John Cassidy, recall the textile industry’s tumultuous history in the early 19th-century United Kingdom, […]...

Published on: May 06, 2025 | Source: Asia Times favicon Asia Times

Barbie maker warns of price hikes from Trump China tariffs

The firms join a growing list of big businesses cautioning about the impact of Trump's import taxes.

Published on: May 06, 2025 | Source: BBC Asia favicon BBC Asia

Cambodian Court Sentences Prominent Labor Activist to 4 Years in Prison

Rong Chhun is accused of "incitement" by making public comments about online scamming operations and the Cambodia-Vietnam border.

Published on: May 06, 2025 | Source: The Diplomat favicon The Diplomat

India worried about Chinese 'dumping' as trade tensions with Trump escalate

Experts warn that a flood of cheap Chinese goods could hurt the competitiveness of Indian exports.

Published on: May 05, 2025 | Source: BBC Asia favicon BBC Asia

Putin says West tried to provoke him into using nuclear weapons in Ukraine

Russian leader made comments in film Russia. Kremlin. Putin. 25 years, a Russian state TV documentary about his 25 years in power.

Published on: May 05, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Ahead of Hong Kong IPO, China drug maker Hengrui touts partnership with US giant Merck

China’s Hengrui Pharmaceuticals seeks a path to growth as its pipeline of novel drugs expands.

Published on: May 05, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

With ‘instant commerce’, China’s first-world infrastructure faces third-world spending

Consumers love instant delivery of everything from clothing to everyday items, but no amount of convenience will address China’s demand problem.

Published on: May 05, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

EU to propose banning Russian gas imports by end of 2027

Efforts to end reliance on Russian gas will open way for US suppliers to send more to Europe, something Trump has repeatedly called for.

Published on: May 05, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

US, China have started to speak more diplomatically of each other

The trade war between China and the United States has shown signs of de-escalation as both Washington and Beijing are now more willing to communicate. Xie Feng, Chinese Ambassador to the US, on May 4 urged the US to “act in the spirit of equality, respect and reciprocity” if it wants to hold trade talks […] The post US, China have started to speak more diplomatically of each other appeared first on Asia Times.

Published on: May 05, 2025 | Source: Asia Times favicon Asia Times

US House passes China bills on issues from economic espionage to human rights

Representatives also move to strengthen US ties with Taiwan and approve legislation to sanction officials involved in Falun Gong abuses.

Published on: May 05, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

China’s dying EV batteries, solar cells are powering a circular economy in new-energy era

Recycling critical materials such as lithium, cobalt and nickel are driving profits and shoring up China’s resource security as trade war with US hits supply chains.

Published on: May 05, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Malaysian flag gaffes expose how AI can inflame deep social divisions

Spate of inaccurately rendered national flag images suggests a careless reliance on AI, which can have grave implications in a polarised society.

Published on: May 05, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

US defence chief directs 20% cut to top military leadership positions

Pete Hegseth also told National Guard to shed 20% of top positions and directed military to shed additional 10% of general and flag officers.

Published on: May 05, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Romanian PM resigns after re-run of presidential election

Social Democrat Marcel Ciolacu quit after his government’s candidate, Crin Antonescu, failed to advance to the run-off vote on May 18.

Published on: May 05, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Pandora’s Box? Bangladesh and the Rakhine Humanitarian Corridor

For Dhaka, opening a humanitarian corridor could embroil the country in both Myanmar’s civil war and great power machinations.

Published on: May 05, 2025 | Source: The Diplomat favicon The Diplomat

Pakistan Threatens to Suspend Participation in the Simla Agreement

Should it act on its warning, the situation in Kashmir could seriously destabilize as both India and Pakistan scramble to alter the status quo militarily.

Published on: May 05, 2025 | Source: The Diplomat favicon The Diplomat

Match-fixing scandal to Crucible champion - fall and rise of Zhao

Zhao Xintong began this season banned from snooker but is tipped to be the sport's new "megastar" after becoming the first Chinese player to win the World Championship.

Published on: May 05, 2025 | Source: BBC Asia favicon BBC Asia

Locating the India-Pakistan Crisis on Herman Kahn’s Escalation Ladder

India and Pakistan are at level five – but escalation from “shows of force” to “dramatic military confrontations” could take place in mere hours.

Published on: May 05, 2025 | Source: The Diplomat favicon The Diplomat

Zhao become first Chinese world snooker champion

Zhao Xintong makes history as he becomes the first player from China to win the World Championship with an 18-12 victory over Mark Williams in Sheffield.

Published on: May 05, 2025 | Source: BBC Asia favicon BBC Asia

3 dead, 9 missing as boat believed to be carrying migrants capsizes off California coast

4 injured passengers were taken to hospital. US Coast Guard said the boat flipped soon after sunrise about 56km north of the Mexico border.

Published on: May 05, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Pope Francis donated a Popemobile to serve as mobile clinic for Gazan children

The car, a converted Mitsubishi, was used by the pope during 2014 visit to Bethlehem and had since been on display, gathering dust and rust.

Published on: May 05, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

In First, China Coast Guard Helicopter Enters Japan’s Airspace Near Disputed Islands, Escalating Tensions

The incident near the Senkaku/Diaoyu Islands has developed into a heated diplomatic verbal battle between Tokyo and Beijing.

Published on: May 05, 2025 | Source: The Diplomat favicon The Diplomat

Trump eyes Turkish leader Erdogan’s help to end Ukraine war

‘I look forward to working with President Erdogan on getting the ridiculous, but deadly, War ... ended - NOW!’ Trump posted on social media.

Published on: May 05, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Trump administration offers US$1,000 to migrants who self-deport to home country

Department of Homeland Security said the average cost currently to arrest, detain and remove an undocumented migrant is about US$17,000.

Published on: May 05, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

India to hold drills in case of ‘hostile attack’ amid Kashmir tensions with Pakistan

The mock civil defence drills will focus on evacuation and civilian training to counter potential threats from Pakistan.

Published on: May 05, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Labor Routs the Coalition as Australia’s Voters Reject Dutton’s Undercooked Offering

Labor’s strong victory doesn't just reflect the voters’ judgement that the Coalition was not ready to govern; it was worse than that.

Published on: May 05, 2025 | Source: The Diplomat favicon The Diplomat

China’s economy on cusp of a deflationary death spiral

China is sliding deeper into economic weakness that is being worsened by its response to external shocks. Tariffs are drying up international demand for Chinese goods, and in a bid to keep factories alive, Beijing is urging exporters to turn inward. However, that pivot is compounding the very problem it aims to solve. Chinese authorities […] The post China’s economy on cusp of a deflationary death spiral appeared first...

Published on: May 05, 2025 | Source: Asia Times favicon Asia Times

Cheung Chau local, Hong Kong ice climber emerge as bun-grabbing contest winners

Island local Kwok Ka-ming clinches his 10th win, while ice climber Janet Kung earns ‘queen of bun queens’ title for repeat wins.

Published on: May 05, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

How to deal with America while also living without it

Last week Canada’s Mark Carney and Ukraine’s Volodymyr Zelenskyy taught the world some lessons about how to deal with Donald Trump. Yet what Ukraine’s success has also shown is that reaching a deal with Trump brings only limited benefits, and even those are unreliable. The broader and deeper lesson is that whatever deals are made, […] The post How to deal with America while also living without it appeared first on Asia...

Published on: May 05, 2025 | Source: Asia Times favicon Asia Times

Boost for Hong Kong businesses over break despite 1.4 million locals leaving

First four days of ‘golden week’ break also saw Hong Kong residents make about 1.4 million trips.

Published on: May 05, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Can China’s security doctrine build trust with Asian neighbours and keep US out?

Analysts caution that there are still challenges to overcome in Beijing’s efforts to project itself as a benign partner in the region.

Published on: May 05, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Call for Hong Kong to fix border internet issues, protect rural areas

Measures suggested by observers after train Wi-fi networks became overloaded and littering increased in parks during ‘golden week’ holiday.

Published on: May 05, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

As Global Trade Tensions Rise, Ruto’s Visit to China Shows How Africa Can Stay Ahead

Kenya’s recent engagement with China highlights how African countries can secure tailored investments while navigating global trade uncertainties.

Published on: May 05, 2025 | Source: The Diplomat favicon The Diplomat

China to send honour guard to Russia and Belarus for Victory Day anniversary

Xi Jinping expected to attend events in Moscow in what analysts say is sign of support for post-WWII international order.

Published on: May 05, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post