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POLITICS2h agoPalace cool to free NLEX toll proposal , warns it could worsen traffic - Philippine Canadian Inquirer Nationwide Filipino NewspaperThe Palace has expressed reservations about a proposal for free NLEX tolls, cautioning that it might exacerbate traffic congestion. This indicates a policy debate regarding transportation infrastructure.canadianinquirer.net · Philippines
POLITICS3h agoNorth Korea’s next ruler? Kim Jong-un’s daughter, Seoul’s spies sayNorth Korea has never named her, confirmed her age or acknowledged her as Kim Jong-un’s heir. Yet South Korea’s spy agency says the evidence is now unmistakable: his daughter Kim Ju-ae has “effectively” become the successor-in-waiting. The assessment, delivered in a closed-door briefing to the National Assembly’s intelligence committee, was shared with journalists by Youn Kun-young of the ruling Democratic Party of Korea on Monday. “The NIS sees Kim Ju-ae as having effectively entered the stage...South China Morning Post
BUSINESS3h agoChina dissented from G20 statement opposing 'cheap exports' flooding market, Bessent saysBessent is leading the Trump administration's plan to choke off Iran's economy by threatening its business partners with secondary sanctions.CNBC
POLITICS3h agoG20 backs final statement despite Russia tensions, China dissentG20 finance leaders wrapped up two days of talks in Ashville, North Carolina, on Tuesday with broad backing for a final statement, despite tensions over Russia’s participation and divisions with China. US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Moscow’s presence had not disrupted discussions, as ministers also grappled with the war in the Middle East, tariffs, global trade imbalances and continued support for Ukraine.France 24 [en]
BUSINESS5h agoUS urges G20 to cut trade imbalances, focus on ChinaUS Treasury Secretary Bessent urges other G20 countries to do more to protect their economies from Chinese imports.Al Jazeera [en]
DISASTER5h agoNepal’s Deadly Floods Put China and India on EdgeGeopolitical conflict will only get worse with climate change.Foreign Policy
SCI & TECH5h agoJapan youth messengers call on world to reduce risks of AI - powered militaryYouth messengers from Japan are urging the global community to reduce the risks associated with AI-powered military technologies. This highlights concerns about advanced military applications and calls for international regulation.japantoday.com · Japan
BUSINESS5h agoTaiwan Best Companies to Work for in Asia Transformed a Talent Crisis into a Strategic AdvantageCompanies in Taiwan recognized as best employers in Asia have successfully transformed a talent crisis into a strategic advantage. This demonstrates innovative approaches to human resources and business resilience.philippinetimes.com · Philippines
CONFLICT5h agoMainland China stepping up preparations for Taiwan blockade, report saysSouth China Morning Post
DISASTER5h agoNepal-China floods highlight a growing front of the climate change crisisOn August 26, a section of glacier collapsed at an altitude of more than 5,000 metres on the Nepalese side of the Himalayas. The falling ice and rock accelerated down a steep valley at about 50 metres per second, scouring debris and transforming into a high-speed mudslide that slammed into Gyirong Port on the Chinese side just seven minutes later. The force of the flow largely buried and obliterated the border facilities. Hundreds of people, many of them travellers, remain missing on the Chinese...South China Morning Post
POLITICS6h agoChina Xi arrives in Egypt as US sanctions threat looms over Iran linksChinese President Xi has arrived in Egypt amidst a looming US sanctions threat related to Iran's international links. This highlights complex geopolitical dynamics in the Middle East.bssnews.net · Bangladesh
SCI & TECH6h agoCongress advances new bill to give US edge in open-source AI race with ChinaThe US Congress on Tuesday advanced a new bill that seeks to establish American global leadership in open-source artificial intelligence, an area where China currently dominates, by promoting adoption of US open-source models and publicising risks associated with using their Chinese counterparts. The legislation was one of several proposals marked up in the US House of Representatives targeting China amid escalating tech competition between the two countries. Congressional committees “mark up” a...South China Morning Post
POLITICS6h agoChina derails consensus on communiqué after US-hosted G20Beijing objects to language calling for elimination of ‘non-market’ policies to curb trade imbalancesFinancial Times
POLITICS7h agoChina’s Xi makes his first visit to Egypt in a decadeChinese President Xi Jinping arrived in Cairo and was greeted by Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICS7h agoPassing the baton of China - Egypt friendship from generation to generation : Global Times editorialAn editorial from Global Times discusses the generational continuity of friendship between China and Egypt. This article reflects on the long-term diplomatic relations between the two nations.globaltimes.cn · China
BUSINESS7h agoGT Voice : Misplaced priority on reducing China reliance will be costly detour for EUA misplaced priority by the EU on reducing its reliance on China is projected to result in a costly detour. This suggests potential economic repercussions for European Union policy decisions.globaltimes.cn · China
POLITICS9h agoChina Warns Taiwan of Consequence After Pacific Summit Visitdeccanchronicle.com · India
POLITICS9h agoChina warns Taiwan after Taipei envoys attend Pacific leaders summitChina issued a warning to Taiwan after Taiwanese envoys participated in a Pacific leaders' summit. This reflects ongoing diplomatic tensions between China and Taiwan.sandiegouniontribune.com · United States
BUSINESS9h agoHong Kong Belt and Road Summit explores new cross - regional opportunities this SeptemberThe Hong Kong Belt and Road Summit will convene in September to explore new cross-regional opportunities. This event focuses on international trade and development initiatives.en.antaranews.com · Indonesia
BUSINESS11h agoSoftbank's SB Energy files for IPO, says it's 'substantially dependent' on OpenAISB Energy hasn't generated any revenue from its data center business, and none of its data centers are operational yet.CNBC
WORLD12h agoFrom North Korea to ICE: Photojournalist David Guttenfelder on the front lines in MinneapolisDavid Guttenfelder from The New York Times has spent 35 years photographing history around the world. Now, he is documenting it at home. The award-winning photojournalist is known for his work in Rwanda, North Korea and conflict zones across the globe. This year, he turned his camera on Minneapolis, documenting the federal immigration crackdown and deadly clashes involving ICE. His exhibition "The People of Minneapolis vs. ICE" is currently on show at the Visa pour l'Image photojournalism festival in Perpignan.France 24 [en]
DISASTER12h agoPower failure halts trams running between Hong Kong’s Wan Chai and AdmiraltyTram services between Wan Chai and Admiralty in Hong Kong were suspended Tuesday night due to a power failure, the second such incident in two days. The Transport Department issued a special traffic bulletin at 9.37pm, saying it had been notified by Hong Kong Tramways that eastbound and westbound services between Admiralty MTR station and Tonnochy Road were suspended because of an electricity fault. It marked the second consecutive day of tram disruptions. On Monday night, services on the...South China Morning Post
POLITICS12h agoChina, global trading partners watch closely as Trump takes on CanadaThe latest trade war between the United States and Canada marks a turning point with key lessons for China and other major US trading partners as well as risks, say analysts and former trade officials, as US President Donald Trump continues to put his blunt stamp on global institutions. The breakdown in ties between Washington and Ottawa, one of the largest trade relationships in the world, opens one more front in the president’s disruptive path that could fuel a backlash and further distrust to...South China Morning Post
WORLD12h agoThailand confirms it will cut visa-free stays to 30 days for EU travellersTravellers from EU countries will have less time to explore Thailand without a visa from 15 September, as the popular holiday destination halves its current 60-day allowance.EuroNews [en]
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