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Trump delays tariffs on some Asian countries until August

Trump says the US will impose a raft of levies after pausing his Liberation Day tariffs.

Published on: July 08, 2025 | Source: BBC Asia favicon BBC Asia

As US equivocates on Ukraine, Europe heads in the right direction

Recent news from Ukraine has generally been bad. Since the end of May, ever larger Russian air strikes have been documented against Ukrainian cities with devastating consequences for civilians, including in the country’s capital, Kyiv. Amid small and costly but steady gains along the almost 1,000km long frontline, Russia reportedly took full control of the […] The post As US equivocates on Ukraine, Europe heads in the...

Published on: July 08, 2025 | Source: Asia Times favicon Asia Times

A Small State’s Limited Playbook: Cambodia Exploits Thailand’s Weakness

Unable to match Bangkok militarily, Phnom Penh has instead pursued asymmetric strategies in the current border dispute.

Published on: July 07, 2025 | Source: The Diplomat favicon The Diplomat

Japan Steps Up New Security Assistance to Countries Caught Between US and China

Japan’s Official Security Assistance continues to grow in its third year, reflecting Tokyo’s aim to give Indo-Pacific countries a third option for partnership.

Published on: July 07, 2025 | Source: The Diplomat favicon The Diplomat

US plans to tighten AI chip export rules for Malaysia, Thailand

The United States plans to tighten its export controls on Nvidia’s high-end artificial intelligence (AI) chips, specifically targeting Malaysia and Thailand, to prevent Chinese firms from obtaining those processors totrain theirAI models. The US Commerce Department is drafting a preliminary version of a new export rule that would require any company to obtain a license […] The post US plans to tighten AI chip export...

Published on: July 07, 2025 | Source: Asia Times favicon Asia Times

'It became pop culture': Inside the sleepy towns left reeling by the mushroom murders

The residents of the rural area where Erin Patterson carried out her crimes are still in shock.

Published on: July 07, 2025 | Source: BBC Asia favicon BBC Asia

'Everyone knows somebody affected': The small towns in shock after mushroom murders

The residents of the rural area in Australia where Erin Patterson carried out her crimes are still in shock.

Published on: July 07, 2025 | Source: BBC Asia favicon BBC Asia

Fiji’s Patriarchal Bargain

The patriarchal bargain shaping Fijian society has often played out as a man seizing power by force, followed by voters legitimizing him at the ballot box.

Published on: July 07, 2025 | Source: The Diplomat favicon The Diplomat

To Be a Bridge Builder: Indonesia’s Debut at the BRICS Summit

Jakarta understands the importance of maintaining cooperation with both China and the United States, as demonstrated by Prabowo’s attendance at the BRICS Summit and his efforts to negotiate with the Trump administration.

Published on: July 07, 2025 | Source: The Diplomat favicon The Diplomat

Scripts and Power: How Russian Media Frame the Latinization of the Kazakh Language

The Russian press often presents Latinization in Kazakhstan through a politicized lens, relying on conspiratorial framing, colonial nostalgia, and mockery.

Published on: July 07, 2025 | Source: The Diplomat favicon The Diplomat

Repairs under way on UK fighter jet stuck in India for three weeks

The F-35B landed in Kerala on 14 June after running into bad weather. It then reported a technical snag.

Published on: July 07, 2025 | Source: BBC Asia favicon BBC Asia

Watch: Moment pet lion pounces on woman in street

CCTV footage shows the moment a lion leaps over a concrete wall before attacking a woman.

Published on: July 07, 2025 | Source: BBC Asia favicon BBC Asia

Silencing RFA Uyghur Echoes Past Mistakes

Forty-five years ago, the U.S. silenced Uyghur voices in the name of diplomacy. Today, they are being silenced in the name of austerity.

Published on: July 07, 2025 | Source: The Diplomat favicon The Diplomat

Synthetic Sovereign: How Kim Jong Un Could Rule Forever as a Deepfake

A fusion of authoritarianism, isolationism, and GenAI could create a new political phenomenon: the synthetic sovereign.

Published on: July 07, 2025 | Source: The Diplomat favicon The Diplomat

Japan Heads to the Polls With Ruling Coalition’s Majority at Risk

The House of Councillors July 20 election exposes the cracks in Japan’s political strongholds and the growing regional-urban electoral divide.

Published on: July 07, 2025 | Source: The Diplomat favicon The Diplomat

Taliban: Russia’s β€˜Objective Allies’ in its Fight Against the Islamic State

With a pledge of support and official recognition, Russia’s relationship with the Taliban has evolved considerably.

Published on: July 07, 2025 | Source: The Diplomat favicon The Diplomat

South Korean President Holds Press Conference

A month after his election, Lee Jae-myung reiterated his will to β€œrebuild” South Korea.

Published on: July 07, 2025 | Source: The Diplomat favicon The Diplomat

Watch: CCTV and phone recording shown to court in mushroom trial

Evidence shown in the trial of Erin Patterson has been shared by authorities after she was found guilty of murder.

Published on: July 07, 2025 | Source: BBC Asia favicon BBC Asia

Inquest finds police officer who shot Aboriginal teen was racist

Kumanjayi Walker, 19, was shot three times by Constable Zachary Rolfe in Australia in 2019.

Published on: July 07, 2025 | Source: BBC Asia favicon BBC Asia

Who Won the 100-hour War? Pakistan or India?

Initially, IAF’s aircraft losses were higher than those of the PAF. Abandoning restraint, the IAF switched to pounding Pakistani military targets.

Published on: July 07, 2025 | Source: The Diplomat favicon The Diplomat

Owners of escaped pet lion arrested after it attacks three people

Dramatic footage showed the big cat leaping over a concrete wall then pouncing on a woman in Pakistan.

Published on: July 07, 2025 | Source: BBC Asia favicon BBC Asia

Mushroom murders and cancer lie: Nine weeks of evidence that gripped a courtroom

Erin Patterson's conviction ends a monthslong trial full of dramatic allegations.

Published on: July 07, 2025 | Source: BBC Asia favicon BBC Asia

Watch: Australia's mushroom murder case… in under two minutes

Erin Patterson has been found guilty of murdering three relatives and attempting to kill one other, after cooking them a toxic lunch.

Published on: July 07, 2025 | Source: BBC Asia favicon BBC Asia

China leads the adoption of electric long-haul trucks

China is extending its dominance of electric vehicles from passenger cars to heavy trucks as President Trump’s Big Beautiful Bill eliminates federal subsidies at a time when European support for the industry remains weaker than it once was. Production and consumption of gasoline and diesel are declining in China, reducing demand for imported oil and […] The post China leads the adoption of electric long-haul trucks...

Published on: July 07, 2025 | Source: Asia Times favicon Asia Times

Hong Kong’s light fades as another pro-democracy partyΒ folds

The demise of one of Hong Kong’s last major pro-democracy parties, the League of Social Democrats, is the latest blow to the city’s crumbling democratic credentials. The league is the third major opposition party to disband this year. The announcement coincides with the fifth anniversary this week of the national security law, which was imposed […] The post Hong Kong’s light fades as another pro-democracy partyfolds...

Published on: July 07, 2025 | Source: Asia Times favicon Asia Times

How Trump's tariff chaos could reshape Asia's businesses

The US president's tough stance on global trade is shaking up the region's crucial supply chains.

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

How Trump's tariff chaos could reshape Asia's businesses

The US president's tough stance on global trade is shaking up the region's crucial supply chains.

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

A video game on 'gold diggers' is fuelling a sexism debate in China

So heated was the criticism that creators quietly renamed the game Emotional Anti-Fraud Simulator.

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

The West Can’t Survive the Sanctions It Needs to Deter China

The West still believes that sanctions signal resolve. China has already moved on to testing what happens when they don’t.

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

Hassan Abbas on the Resurgent Support for Pakistan Army’s Rise, Post-Operation Sindoor

β€œThe sense of external threat and national unity has led many Pakistanis to rally around the armed forces, although this resurgence in support may prove to be transient.”

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

The Battle Over Electoral Reform in Bangladesh

Islamists want a proportional representation system under which they could win more seats. The BNP prefers the current first-past-the-post system.

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

Thousands turn out to mark Dalai Lama's 90 birthday

Earlier this week, the exiled Tibetan spiritual leader confirmed plans for a successor.

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

Australian PM vows 'full force of law' after arson attack at synagogue

β€œAntisemitism has no place in Australia,” Anthony Albanese said after the latest in a string of attacks.

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

Australian actor Julian McMahon dies aged 56

"Julian loved life," said the wife of the actor best known for roles in Nip/Tuck, FBI: Most Wanted and Fantastic Four.

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