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DISASTERAug 22Indonesia bolsters troop numbers to combat Borneo wildfiresFires between January and July burned more than 200,000 hectares of land, says the government.Al Jazeera [en]
DISASTERBREAKINGAug 221,500 Indonesian soldiers deployed to fight Borneo wildfiresSouth China Morning Post
BUSINESSAug 22India Leaves the Door Ajar for China’s InvestorsYahoo Finance
DISASTERBREAKINGAug 22Fire Rages in Indonesia Way Kambas National Park Since FridayA fire has been raging in Indonesia's Way Kambas National Park since Friday. This constitutes an ongoing environmental disaster impacting the region.en.tempo.co
SCI & TECHAug 22Hong Kong-built greenhouse gas tracker device ‘functioning well’ on space stationA greenhouse gas monitoring instrument developed by a university in Hong Kong is operating successfully aboard the Tiangong space station and is expected to contribute to sustainable development, the city’s technology minister has said. Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry Sun Dong also revealed more details in a blog post on Saturday about the life of the city’s first astronaut, Lai Ka-ying, who he said had a busy schedule at the space station. The Multi‑Spectral Imaging Carbon...South China Morning Post
POLITICSAug 22China deepening control over Tibet ; advocacy group seek greater heft for Tibetan govt - in - exileChina is reportedly increasing its control over Tibet, prompting advocacy groups to seek greater influence for the Tibetan government-in-exile. This concerns a long-standing international political and human rights issue.dailyexcelsior.com · India
SCI & TECHAug 22Fast track to the future: China's Humanoid Robot Games goes mainstreamChina's Humanoid Robot Games are gaining mainstream attention, showcasing advancements in robotics and AI. This marks a notable development in the field of artificial intelligence and public technology events.Seeking Alpha Tech
CYBERAug 22Hong Kong police arrest 2 men allegedly linked to HK$500,000 phishing scamHong Kong police have arrested two men suspected of using 110 SIM cards to send phishing messages from a base of operations in a hotel and conning victims out of more than HK$500,000 (US$63,766). The force said on Saturday the men, aged 31 and 44, were arrested last Thursday on suspicion of conspiracy to defraud. They were allegedly linked to recent phishing scams in which fraudsters posed as delivery company staff, claiming victims had undelivered parcels, or as employees of online payment...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSAug 22Why China’s EV boom is seen as an ‘unparalleled opportunity’ in AfricaWhile the US and some European governments view China’s vast production of electric vehicles and green-energy tech as overcapacity, African companies see it as an opportunity to secure EV technology and develop the industry. China is the global leader of the EV industry – it makes nearly 75 per cent of the world’s electric vehicles and dominates the supply chain. Its high production has driven down the cost of EVs, batteries and components, which has improved access to technologies that were...South China Morning Post
CONFLICTAug 22Mainland Chinese research ship spotted near Taiwan’s largest naval baseA mainland Chinese research ship has sailed close to a key Taiwanese naval base, marking its second appearance near the island in recent months. The Tong Ji, a 2,000-tonne scientific research vessel operated by Tongji University in Shanghai, was spotted 28 nautical miles (52km) southwest of Liuchiu, an island also known as Lamay, on Friday morning, according to the Taiwanese authorities. The island sits off the southwest coast of Taiwan, close to the city of Kaohsiung and Zuoying, the island’s...South China Morning Post
POLITICSAug 22Government still weighing decision on restricting proxy voters, Hong Kong official saysHong Kong authorities have yet to decide whether to restrict proxy voters at homeowners’ meetings to relatives or other flat owners of the same estate under proposed law amendments meant to combat bid-rigging, the home affairs director has said, arguing such a move could be overly strict. Director of Home Affairs Priscilla To Kit-lai said on Saturday that the proposed amendments to the Building Management Ordinance were aimed at enhancing the legitimacy of proxy votes amid concerns that voting...South China Morning Post
POLITICSAug 22Hong Kong hits back at Western ‘slander’ over verdict on Tiananmen vigil leadersHong Kong authorities have hit out at what they called “baseless slander and smearing” by Western countries over the conviction of the now-disbanded alliance behind the annual Tiananmen Square vigil and its leaders for inciting subversion, stressing the court’s verdict is “well-reasoned and sound”. The government issued a strongly worded statement on Saturday after the closely-watched verdict on the Hong Kong Alliance in Support of Patriotic Democratic Movements of China a day earlier sparked a...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSAug 22Indonesia welcomes more Chinese investments , businesses : president - XinhuaThe Indonesian president has expressed a welcoming stance towards increased Chinese investments and businesses. This indicates a focus on strengthening economic ties between the two nations.english.news.cn
POLITICSAug 22China investigates comedian after song lyric changeChina is investigating a comedian following a change made to song lyrics, indicating potential issues related to freedom of expression.mandurahmail.com.au · Australia
WORLDAug 22The golden thread of social exchange - Chinadaily . com . cnThis article from Chinadaily.com.cn discusses the concept of the 'golden thread of social exchange.' It explores a topic related to societal interactions and principles.europe.chinadaily.com.cn · China
MILITARYAug 22Explainer : What abrupt cut to joint drills means for U . S .- S . Korea alliance - XinhuaThis explainer analyzes the implications of an abrupt cancellation of joint military drills for the alliance between the U.S. and South Korea. It seeks to clarify the significance of this development.english.news.cn
MILITARYAug 22Explainer : What abrupt cut to joint drills means for U . S .- S . Korea alliance - XinhuaThis explainer analyzes the implications of an abrupt cancellation of joint military drills for the alliance between the U.S. and South Korea. It seeks to clarify the significance of this development.english.news.cn
POLITICSAug 22China investigates comedian after he altered a revolutionary song lyric onstageChina has launched an investigation into a comedian for allegedly altering a revolutionary song lyric during a performance. This indicates government scrutiny over artistic expression and political sensitivity.clickorlando.com · United States
POLITICSAug 22China investigates comedian after song lyric changeChina is investigating a comedian after an alteration to song lyrics. This highlights potential state scrutiny over artistic expression.bluemountainsgazette.com.au · Australia
POLITICSAug 22What’s so bad about a planned Hong Kong economy? Just look at SingaporeWhy is the idea of a planned economy anathema to so many people despite China’s success? And why do so many retain faith in market economies given the economic chaos much of the Western world is descending into? These questions have acquired a particular piquancy as Hong Kong embraces long-term planning for the first time, attracting criticism from some that it is falling into Chinese-style error. Having been in Asia for 50 years – in Singapore, which I consider a planned economy, and Hong Kong...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSAug 22Iranian crude supplies to China declined amid U . S . blockadeIranian crude oil shipments to China have decreased due to a U.S. blockade. This development highlights the impact of international sanctions on global energy trade.iranoilgas.com · Iran
POLITICSAug 22Has Philippines’ Marcos missed his chance to stop the Dutertes?Less than two years before the Philippines chooses its next president, Ferdinand Marcos Jnr still has no candidate to carry his banner. Sara Duterte-Carpio, his estranged vice-president and fiercest political rival, has already declared her intention to run and remains the early front runner, despite an impeachment trial that could bar her from politics. Marcos said on August 14 that he would “certainly endorse a candidate” in 2028 but added: “Who that is I cannot tell you because even I don’t...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSAug 22China Evergrande founder gets life imprisonmentThe founder of China Evergrande has been sentenced to life imprisonment.memphissun.com · United States
POLITICSAug 22China investigates comedian after song lyric changeChina has initiated an investigation into a comedian after a change was made to a song lyric.naroomanewsonline.com.au · Australia
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