International relations
China's top envoy to meet military regime officials in Myanmar
Wang Yi's trip to region comes as wary Beijing pushes Naypyitaw to restore stability
Comment
How China's peace diplomacy could endanger global stability
Beijing prioritizes showcasing its power over achieving lasting peace
Indo-Pacific
Kiribati election poses test for China-friendly leader
Critics say pivot to Beijing hasn't solved Pacific island nation's core issues
Retail
Japan resale app Mercari delivers record profit amid U.S. troubles
China e-commerce platforms like Temu lure away Americans with cheaper products
Business deals
Japan's Meiji Yasuda Life to buy Allstate insurance unit for $2bn
Provider looks to bolster group insurance business in the U.S.
The Big Story
Vietnam turns chip sector magnet with affordable, quality talent pool
US, Taiwan, South Korean players beat path to Vietnam though boom strains resources
Technology
Japan's Fanuc builds $4bn cash hoard. Is it ready to spend?
Investors watch for next step from robot maker as rivals spend more freely
Opinion
Japan can tap seniors' know-how by redefining leadership
In an inclusive society, you're never too old to contribute
Energy
Japan 7-Eleven parent to source renewable power for group stores
Seven & i wants green energy for 40% of electricity at domestic locations in fiscal 2030
Electric vehicles
CATL markets itself directly to consumers in rivalry with BYD
Company showroom sports 50 EV brands from Tesla to Xiaomi, all with its batteries
Finance
Japan's SMFG lifts Jefferies stake to boost investment banking ops
Financial group chases domestic peers in key business segment
Business trends
Japan Inc. projects 1% net profit dip on yen uptick and U.S. worries
Outlook for fiscal year improves slightly, but slump continues in autos and steel
Media & Entertainment
Cambodia's NagaCorp flags up to $95m charge on Russia casino project
Stalled Vladivostok resort threatens to push company into the red
Opinion
Xi's anti-graft purge of the PLA is limited and has dubious motives
Efforts are as much about ensuring loyalty to China's leader as tackling corruption
Equities
Japan stocks surge 3.5% on return from holiday with weak yen's support
Chip-related companies, major exporters gain in rally
Electric vehicles
South Korea EV fires spark calls for stricter safety rules
Analysts foresee potential sales decline in fallout after blazes
China debt crunch
China mechanism for foreign investment faces tighter scrutiny
Checks meant to curb risk and ensure taxation create bottlenecks amid high demand
U.S. elections 2024
Trump tells Musk he hopes to 'get along' with Xi, Putin in X interview
Former President also says to Tesla CEO not everybody should have an EV
South China Sea
Philippines-Vietnam drills show ASEAN a solution to China
Big step as partners cooperate in South China Sea without presence of U.S. or Japan
Society
China's soaring 'bride prices' in focus as marriages decline
High cost of living, gender imbalance raise traditional payments
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Transportation
Japan bullet train extension plan under pressure as costs soar
Benefits of project in doubt with price tag seen rising up to $36bn
Opinion
Japan must hedge currency risk to avoid defense funding crisis
Biggest military buildup since World War II at risk from fluctuating forex
Travel & Leisure
Disney takes its cruise ships to Singapore, Japan in major expansion
Fleet will more than double by 2031 with new operations in Asia
Japan-South Korea ties
Japan sheds light on Korean wartime labor at World Heritage Sado mines
New exhibit details brutal conditions but stops short of saying workers were 'forced'
Electric vehicles
China's Zeekr to bring luxury EVs to Japan in 2025
Geely brand follows BYD into market that is less crowded than China's