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POLITICS2d agoChina moves to cement ties with Uzbekistan amid tussle with US for Central Asian influenceChinese Premier Li Qiang has called for deeper cooperation with Uzbekistan in areas such as minerals and artificial intelligence as the Beijing vies with Washington for influence in Central Asia. Li told President Shavkat Mirziyoyev on Saturday that Beijing was ready to strengthen strategic communication and expand mutually beneficial cooperation with Uzbekistan. He urged the two countries to step up cooperation in energy, minerals, finance and connectivity, and deepen collaboration in fields...South China Morning Post
DISASTER2d agoWoman dies after being caught in a truck collision while stopped after hitting a deer on Shin-Tomei ExpresswayAsahi Shimbun
WORLD2d agoOctober Girl Group Member Brand Reputation Rankings AnnouncedThe brand reputation rankings for girl group members in October have been announced. This provides insight into public perception and popularity within the entertainment industry.soompi.com · South Korea
CONFLICT2d agoTaiwan detects 2 PLA aircraft , 5 PLAN vessels operating near territoryTaiwan has detected two People's Liberation Army (PLA) aircraft and five People's Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) vessels operating near its territory. This indicates continued military activity and presence in a geopolitically sensitive area.singaporestar.com · Singapore
WORLD2d ago7 K - Dramas To Watch If You Love Kim Young KwangThis article suggests seven K-Dramas for fans of actor Kim Young Kwang to watch. It offers entertainment recommendations centered around a specific actor.soompi.com · South Korea
POLITICS2d agoCherish peace and stability, John Lee urges Hongkongers during Chung Yeung FestivalHong Kong’s leader has urged residents to cherish peace and stability as senior officials marked Chung Yeung Festival with tributes to the city’s wartime defenders and public servants who died in the line of duty. Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu attended the annual ceremony at the Hong Kong City Hall Memorial Garden in Central on Sunday, laying a wreath to honour those who died defending the city between 1941 and 1945. “As we remember the heroes who sacrificed their lives in war and our...South China Morning Post
BUSINESS2d agoBanking on bricks: entrepreneur builds a business case for recycling plastic wasteFormer investment banker Shervin Sharghy takes a practical approach to plastic recycling, first asking whether it makes financial sense before tackling the technical challenges. The founder of Hong Kong-based EcoBricks said the main obstacle to recycling plastic was often economic rather than scientific. Collecting, sorting, cleaning and processing waste plastic typically costs more than producing new materials from oil and gas, particularly at the small scale at which most recyclers...South China Morning Post
SCI & TECH2d agoJapan to launch spacecraft on a mission to get samples from a Martian moonJapan is preparing to launch a spacecraft with the objective of collecting samples from a Martian moon. This mission represents a significant step in space exploration and planetary science.abcnews.com · United States
WORLD2d agoChina’s youth draw upon Long March spirit to navigate modern uncertaintiesAs China marks the 90th anniversary of the Red Army’s victory in the Long March, some young Chinese are looking to the historic journey for guidance as they face uncertainty in their lives and future. For Lyu Leiyiyi, a 22-year-old student at the Communication University of China, the spirit of the Long March offers a sense of stability at a time when people and the environment around her are changing at a dizzying pace. “People in their 20s are going through a period of uncertainty,” Lyu said....South China Morning Post
SCI & TECH2d agoHarvard and Cambridge to attend Hong Kong forum on role of humanities in AI ageThe organiser of a forum that will bring together Hong Kong and overseas universities later this month has said it hopes to spark debate on the role of humanities programmes in an era increasingly dominated by artificial intelligence (AI). The Global University Presidents and Leaders Summit, organised by the Hong Kong Association for External Friendship, will be held on October 27 and 28 at the Convention and Exhibition Centre in Wan Chai. Presidents or senior management from more than 50...South China Morning Post
BUSINESS2d agoSoutheast Asia’s ethnic Chinese traders feel the China squeezeAlmost every year, Kevin Stewart flies to China to find stock for his Indonesian businesses. But increasingly, the factories he visits are selling to his customers too, sometimes for less than they charge him. A data science manager in the tech sector by day, the Chinese-Indonesian entrepreneur also helps run home-living and pet-supply companies that sell to other businesses and direct to consumers, including through e-commerce platforms. Yet Chinese companies listing directly on Indonesian...South China Morning Post
BUSINESS2d agoNew property purchase disclosure rule in Japan sparks fears it may curb foreign investmentTokyo’s implementation of a rule that requires all property buyers to declare their nationality is raising concerns among investors, according to analysts. Japan’s shift from an ultra-loose monetary policy to gradual normalisation of its interest rates was also likely to force investors to reconsider whether real estate assets were still attractive, they added. “Japan has had a really strong run for the last seven or eight years,” said Neil Brookes, head of Asia-Pacific capital markets at...South China Morning Post
WORLD2d agoAgence Kampuchea PresseThis entry refers to Agence Kampuchea Presse, which is a news agency. It simply identifies a source of information.akp.gov.kh · Cambodia
BUSINESS2d agoChinese premier says Beijing ready to ensure high - quality China - Kyrgyzstan - Uzbekistan railwayThe Chinese premier stated Beijing's readiness to ensure a high-quality China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan railway. This announcement signifies a commitment to a major international infrastructure and trade initiative.china.org.cn · China
MILITARY2d agoTaiwan detects 2 PLA aircraft , 5 PLAN vessels operating near territorycambodiantimes.com · Cambodia
WORLD2d ago‘Outrageous’: Taiwan Mandopop band member allegedly assaulted by South Korean diver underwaterPalau authorities are investigating an alleged underwater attack by a South Korean divemaster on Taiwanese musician Devon Song and his Bangladeshi divemaster. Song, a member of the music group Nan Quan Mama, posted on social media that he and his divemaster, Sobuj Patwary, were attacked by a South Korean divemaster known as “Romeo”. Song said they were diving at Siaes Corner, a popular site west of Koror, when Romeo suddenly charged at them from below, about 25 metres underwater. Romeo allegedly...South China Morning Post
HEALTH2d agoSpirit of Hong Kong Awards finalist bridges the gap in accessible dental careHong Kong social worker Mark Cheung Kai-yuen is working to make dental care more accessible for cancer survivors, people with disabilities and children with special needs who often struggle to find suitable clinics. Through Smile Again, the social enterprise he co-founded with dentist Dr Ho Kwun-yin, Cheung has adapted both the facility and the way care is delivered, with wheelchair-friendly facilities, longer consultations and tailored communication approaches. Cheung is a finalist for the...South China Morning Post
BUSINESS2d agoDino-mite treasures: inside Singapore’s ‘Fort Knox’ storing playthings of ultra-richStored in a climate-controlled environment within what is commonly known as the “Fort Knox of Singapore” rests the skull of a triceratops which once roamed the earth 66 million years ago. The jagged edges of its frill and horns are largely intact, and according to its owner, Chaw Wei Yang, 26, it is one of the most complete triceratops skull fossils ever found. Chaw, who runs Fine Art Storage Services (FASS) located inside Le Freeport, formerly known as Singapore Freeport, along with his...South China Morning Post
BUSINESS2d agoChina’s ‘golden week’ holidays come at a costFor iPhone users in China, the calendar has long presented a small but recurring problem. On a Sunday designated as a make-up workday, an alarm might remain silent. On a regular Friday converted into a day off, it might ring anyway. Nearly 17 years after entering the Chinese market, Apple quietly updated its operating system in September to automatically recognise China’s official schedule of adjusted holidays and workdays. The fix is modest, but it points to a larger question: what happens when...South China Morning Post
POLITICS2d agoAb Rauf urges BN campaigners to avoid provocation in Melaka pollsAb Rauf has urged BN campaigners to refrain from provocation during the Melaka polls, indicating efforts to maintain peace and order during an election campaign. This emphasizes the importance of responsible conduct to prevent unrest during political processes.thestar.com.my · Malaysia
MILITARY2d agoHow land power could help US forces counter China in the Indo-PacificSenior US commanders have highlighted the importance of land-based troops and equipment stationed in the Asia-Pacific in any conflict with China, countering assumptions that such a war would be fought mainly at sea and in the air. General Ron Clark, commander of US Army Pacific, said the “tyranny of distance” made it difficult to rely on air and naval forces during a panel discussion at the Association of the United States Army’s annual meeting this week. The comments reflect mounting concerns...South China Morning Post
BUSINESS2d agoWhy is Hong Kong hosting the Apec Finance Ministers’ Meeting? There is another agendaAs Hong Kong hosts the Apec Finance Ministers’ Meeting on Tuesday, this two-part series examines the summit’s significance and its implications for Beijing on the global stage. In part one, Simpson Cheung and Alfred Lam explore how the event could elevate the city’s status as an international financial centre at a pivotal moment. Beijing’s decision to have Hong Kong host the Apec Finance Ministers’ Meeting this week is a deliberate move to galvanise the city’s standing as an offshore renminbi...South China Morning Post
BUSINESS2d agoListings in south-east Asia gain momentum with $1bn IPOOwner of digital wallet GCash set to start trading in region’s biggest debut this yearFinancial Times
POLITICS2d agoTrump’s second Asean summit presence comes at a price for regionUS President Donald Trump is expected to drive hard bargains on tariffs and critical minerals in his return to the Asean summit in Manila next month, with Washington seeking greater economic and strategic concessions while remaining hawkish on China. The Philippines confirmed on Wednesday that Trump would fly in for the summit from November 16 to 18, before attending the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (Apec) summit in Shenzhen that same week. Trump’s second consecutive appearance at the forum...South China Morning Post
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