Datawatch
Decarbonization now drives China's Belt and Road push
Brisk sales of EVs, solar panels and wind turbines are boosting Beijing's global clout
Economy
With 24 km bridge-tunnel link, Shenzhen tech hub set to sprawl further
Firms eye Zhongshan across river delta as site for future growth
International relations
Pacific leaders' statement scrubbed of Taiwan reference after China protest
Island's deputy foreign minister says 'outside force' sowing division
Economy
China factory activity slows to six-month low in August
Missed PMI forecast could fuel hopes for economic stimulus measures
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Society
Tokyo's Shibuya cracks down on public drinking as tourist crowds swell
District to impose year-round nighttime ban with patrols targeting unruly behavior
Business deals
Cboe to buy 14.8% of Japannext in prop trading system tie-up
Move expands U.S.-based exchange operator's Japanese presence
China tech
China's Meituan delivers double-digit growth with group food orders
Takeout app's algorithms help it offer lower prices to frugal consumers
U.S. elections 2024
Indo-Pacific leaders race to meet with next U.S. president after election
Diplomatic calendar hints at busy November with G20 and APEC summits
Natural disasters
North Korea dismantling flooded farm hamlets, photo evidence shows
Kim's comments hint at building more modern community from scratch
Currencies
Yuan carry trade dims amid U.S. rate cut expectations
Trade favored by Chinese exporters also hit by Japan stock turbulence
Defense
Japan defense ministry seeks record $58bn budget
Acquiring counterstrike ability pushes up costs, along with inflation and weak yen
Politics
Taiwan opposition party head summoned for questioning over scandal
Founder's home and party's headquarters searched over shopping center project
Finance
China's state banks report more bad loans to hotels, restaurants and stores
Consumer spending slump hits top lenders as falling interest rates dent profitability
Companies
Alibaba's 3-year antitrust 'rectification' is over, Beijing says
Regulator vows 'solid protection' for e-commerce giant to enhance competitiveness
Finance
China's top insurers log $169bn bond portfolio boost as PBOC intervenes
Central bank foray into bond trading comes as buyers show hunger despite bubble fears
China debt crunch
China real estate crisis batters state developers seen as better off
Units of 'central companies' hold edge on private peers but log double-digit sales drops
Editor-in-Chief’s Picks
Letter from Nikkei Asia's editor: A very special relationship
Shin Nakayama shares his weekly reflections and recommendations
Technology
Can Tesla's self-driving ambitions navigate U.S.-China tensions?
Washington looks to ban Chinese software as Beijing doubles down on autonomous vehicles
International relations
China condemns support for Taiwan at Pacific leaders' forum
Envoy calls language in joint communique 'unacceptable' and a 'mistake'
Photos
Through the lens: Sri Lanka election, Bangladesh floods, BTS's Suga arrested and more
A selection of photos from across Asia
Inflation
Core inflation in Japan's capital rises 2.4% in August
Consumer price data backs case for more BOJ interest rate hikes
Natural disasters
Japanese typhoon weakens but train and flight disruptions continue
Shinkansen service between Nagoya and Shin-Osaka resumes; Tokyo-Nagoya still suspended
Property
Singapore's GIC acquires logistics facility in Japan for $400m
Sovereign wealth fund expands local real estate assets amid e-commerce demand
Climate Change
Court orders South Korea to specify carbon emission cut plans through 2049
Decision hands partial victory to activists who say climate change affects 'fundamental rights'
Business Spotlight
With 7-Eleven on buyout menu, Japanese owner Seven & i reaches crossroads
Couche-Tard targets food business, U.S. market; regulatory, antitrust issues weigh