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Philippines-US drone drill signals rising threat in South China Sea of unmanned weapons
The drill involving two counter-drone systems comes after China’s reported use of drones in the disputed South China Sea in recent months.
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Is N Korea cranking out tanks to help Russia in Ukraine?
North Korea may be ramping up tank production in the next possible step of its quid pro quo assistance to Russia in the Ukraine war. Multiple media outlets this month reported that North Korean leader Kim Jong Un inspected a major tank production facility, emphasizing the urgent need to modernize the country’s armored forces with […] The post Is N Korea cranking out tanks to help Russia in Ukraine? appeared first on...
Published on: May 06, 2025 | Source:China knows how to produce. The next test is whether it can consume
After a decade of boosting productivity, China’s Politburo has sent its clearest signal yet that it is focusing on consumption.
Published on: May 06, 2025 | Source:Parsing Indonesia’s Border Diplomacy Strategy
A close analysis of Jakarta's Extended Continental Shelf submissions reveals a flexible and strategic approach to its maritime borders.
Published on: May 06, 2025 | Source:Gateway to Corruption: Cambodia’s Education-Crime Nexus
Some private educational institutions have established ties to corrupt tycoons and crime-linked entities, while the public system is reliant on philanthropy – often from those very same sources.
Published on: May 06, 2025 | Source:'We were happy to be invited', only survivor of toxic mushroom lunch tells court
Ian Wilkinson was left seriously ill after the meal, which led to the deaths of his wife and two relatives.
Published on: May 06, 2025 | Source:Sean Turnell on Myanmar’s Star-crossed Economic Reforms
"Had the coup not occurred I have no doubt that Myanmar would have made real progress in catching up to its peers and neighbors."
Published on: May 06, 2025 | Source:Trump risks falling into an ‘airpower trap’ in Yemen
In the first 100 days of his second term, US President Donald Trump has shown a willingness to lean on airpower when his administration decides that military force is necessary abroad. So far, the second Trump administration has launched limited airstrikes in Somalia and carried out a weekslong air campaign against the Iranian-aligned Houthis who […] The post Trump risks falling into an ‘airpower trap’ in Yemen...
Published on: May 06, 2025 | Source: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: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: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: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: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: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: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: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: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: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: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: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: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: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: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: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: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: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: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: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: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: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: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: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: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: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: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.
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