Photos
Through the lens: Eye on Asia for the third week of August
A selection of striking photos from across Asia
Natural disasters
Powerful typhoon moves toward Tokyo, disrupting transit
JR Central suspends bullet train services between the capital and Nagoya
Opinion
What does China really want from Myanmar?
The fall of Lashio marks a turning point for Beijing's pro-regime strategy
International relations
'Pre-bunking' is key tactic in disinformation fight, says Taiwan's Audrey Tang
Former digital minister says important to warn public to brace for fake news
Work
Japan's 'lost generation' continues to struggle with career advancement
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Climate Change
IFC's Asia-Pacific financing rose 15% to record in fiscal 2024
Development institution sees promising prospects for blue bonds in the region
Sports
South Korean soccer soldiers make first challenge for top spot
Gimcheon Sangmu capitalizes on struggles of traditional powerhouses
Wealth Management
Liechtenstein's VP Bank to exit Hong Kong after 18 years
CEO Pamela Hsu Phua and COO Heline Lam resign; Singapore office to focus on Asia
International relations
Pacific island news outlets face government pressure, China influence
Beijing looks to lean on struggling media through financial support, prompting Australian reply
Fisheries
Chinese fishing boats active off Japan despite ban on seafood imports
Data shows maritime activity even after Beijing protested Fukushima water release
Gender
Japan's married surname law hinders economic progress, businesses say
Corporate leaders call for end to unified name rule amid gender disparity worries
Artificial intelligence
SoftBank, SK, LG, and Hanwha to join AI startup fund
Asian conglomerates team up to meet growing need for quick cash
Politics
Taiwan's third-largest party dogged by corruption scandals
Taiwan People's Party's support plunges to 6% amid backlash
Semiconductors
Japan chip equipment maker Disco to open India sales base
Manufacturer taps semiconductor companies moving into emerging industry hub
Business Spotlight
Nvidia vs. the startups: AI chip challengers chase efficiency
Asia seen as strategic location for applications run by PCs, industrial devices
Opinion
South Korea must learn from China's population long game
Seoul waking up to demographic crisis after long-term complacency
Defense
Japan to export naval antennas to India for Indo-Pacific deterrence
Tokyo to announce deal at upcoming two-plus-two ministerial meeting
Retail
Hong Kong apparel maker Giordano to focus on mainland China again
Fast-fashion stalwart seeks to open more shops despite low consumer confidence
Climate Change
Philippine carbon credit project to reduce methane from rice paddies
Japan climate solutions firm Creattura eyes expansion to rest of Southeast Asia
Trade
China to restrict antimony exports in latest rare-metal curbs
Controls on flame-retardant mineral do not target specific countries, Beijing says
Transportation
Airfares from Asia fall as Chinese carriers ramp up flights
Allowed over Russian airspace, China airlines offer shorter service to Europe
Property
China home prices down 8% from peak, with no end to decline in sight
Government rebuffs IMF call to support property sector despite continued woes
Technology
Alibaba disappoints despite strategy shifts, while JD beats forecasts
JD.com sticks to 'low price strategy' as Alibaba opts for more sustainable GMV growth
Companies
Li Ka-shing's CK Group empire accelerates pivot to Europe
London listing, new acquisitions dilute exposure to Hong Kong and mainland China
Food & Beverage
Japan grilled-steak operator to offer plant-based meat in U.S.
Fujiya readies pitch for vegan-friendly food in New York and Los Angeles