ASEAN meetings proving to be missed chance to secure China's commitment
Gathering focused on trade, leaving China unchecked on South China Sea issue
Finance minister Taro Aso seems receptive to buying more US military hardware
President's 12-day tour will be a test of US leadership in the region
Lotte, Hyundai Motor jump: benchmark Kospi hits record high as investors celebrate
Tougher reforms needed to kick growth into higher gear
Kaesong facility was shut by the South last year to cut off funds to regime
Moody's and the World Bank warn of serious economic consequences to Asia
Possible armed conflict cited as downside risk to Asian growth
Researchers link recent attacks with Pyongyang-based hackers
Prime minister is seeking a mandate on social spending and constitutional change
Pyongyang rushes to tackle foreign currency shortage
PM cannot afford complacency as Tokyo Gov. Koike launches nationwide party
Snap election to force 'breakthrough amid national crisis'
Opportunities for businesses abound -- but so do manpower, other challenges
Indirect trading, bank fraud, smuggling let the country slip by UN restrictions
Shortcomings of live announcements addressed as North Korea threat grows
Experts see another reason for Beijing's objection to harsher sanctions
Aid should come 'without regard to political situation': Unification official
Prime minister vows to fortify defense, but rejects pursuit of strike capability
Japanese PM seeks to mend ties with China through reciprocal visits
Ban would hit fishermen long before impact on regime, military
Tokyo, Washington seek to hit Pyongyang where they haven't before