Asia
Japan’s shaky government loses upper house control
Japan's ruling coalition weakened in elections, increasing political pressure.
Taiwan says it will not provoke confrontation with China
China considers democratic Taiwan as part of its own territory and calls President Lai Ching-te a "separatist". Taiwan's government disputes China's claim.
Air India cockpit recording suggests captain cut fuel to engines before crash
Cockpit recordings suggest captain cut fuel flow, causing Air India crash.
As theories swirl about Air India crash, key details remain unknown
While the preliminary report into what caused the loss of Air India Flight 171 last month has provided some answers, it has…
Magnitude 5.8 earthquake strikes Luzon, Philippines,
A magnitude 5.8 earthquake struck Luzon, Philippines, on Tuesday, occurring at a depth of 10 km.
Piracy in Asia surged 83% in early 2023, particularly in Malacca and Singapore Straits
Piracy in Asia surged 83% in early 2023, particularly in Malacca and Singapore Straits, concerns raised.
China appoints ethnic affairs head as Xinjiang Communist Party chief
China’s ruling Communist Party has named Chen Xiaojiang as the new party secretary for Xinjiang, according to state news agency Xinhua. Chen…
Dalai Lama set to reveal succession plan as China watches
Dalai Lama addresses succession amidst heightened China tensions.
Taiwan says it is determined to defend itself as China vows to boost combat readiness
Taiwan enhances military readiness against China's threats and incursions.
Thailand moves to make recreational cannabis illegal again
Thailand plans to reclassify cannabis as a narcotic, reversing its decriminalization and regulating sales due to social concerns and industry issues.
Thailand closes border crossings with Cambodia
Thailand's military has closed border crossings into Cambodia to almost all travellers, including tourists and traders, citing security concerns as tensions between…
China angered by British warship sailing as Taiwan raises alert level
China criticizes British warship's Taiwan Strait passage; Taiwan welcomes international support.