Defense
China's defense minister calls for military cooperation pacts
Dong Jun says big powers must lead on security, all have right to pursue interests
Technology
Blackstone and ESR race to develop AI data centers in Japan
Country's demographics expected to fuel massive demand for labor-saving tech
Photos
Through the lens: Japan's LDP begins presidential race, Typhoon Yagi and the pope's visit
A selection of photos from across Asia
Technology
China's foldable phone rush to boost local display makers
Top 3 players set to have over 50% of folding display market this year: report
Japan's leadership race
Japan's ruling LDP begins prime minister race: 5 things to know
How will the new leader affect Japan and Asia?
Markets
Foreign investors lukewarm on China stocks despite Fed rate cut buzz
Property worries persist, but some say worst is over for Chinese markets
Taiwan under Lai
Taiwan's opposition parties target judiciary in bruising political battle
Top judges accused of being DPP 'thugs'; lawyers fear for faith in rule of law
Work
South Korea crafts legislation to support unorganized workers
Despite urgency, road to passage appears rocky amid political party divisions
Energy
China drafts law on energy security, renewables amid U.S. tensions
Proposed law urges resource development to ensure steady supply in emergencies
Business Spotlight
Japanese auto parts makers scramble to prepare for EV shift
'No time to rest,' given lead time for phase out of gasoline-powered cars
Politics
Macao's former top judge to run unopposed in leadership race
Sam Hou-fai nominated by 96% of voting committee
Business deals
Japan companies reap nearly $56bn from 3 years divesting
Tokyo Gas, Eneos, Mitsubishi among the biggest seeking capital efficiency
Crime
Japan rethinks 24/7 police boxes with rise of cybercrime
Community stations explore greater flexibility amid staffing constraints
Electric cars in China
China's fuel cell vehicle push loses momentum as sales sputter
Sinopec says it's being 'very cautious' on opening hydrogen stations
U.S. elections 2024
China strategy largely absent from Harris, Trump campaigns
U.S. presidential debate referenced China 13 times, but mostly on tariffs
Automobiles
GM, Hyundai Motor to explore joint vehicle development projects
Potential partnership could encompass wide range of technologies
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Japan's leadership race
China poses policy challenge to Japan leadership hopefuls
LDP candidate proposals include 'Asian NATO' and top-level diplomacy
Business deals
MUFG to pause talks on investing in India's HDB Financial Services
Japanese financial group had been seeking stake in HDFC Bank unit
Energy
Japan's Sumitomo plans $700m renewable energy buildup in India
Venture with local startup to provide solar power to factories, offices
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Electronics
Ricoh to cut 2,000 jobs globally as office printer demand falls
Japanese manufacturer to focus on providing digitization support for businesses
Defense
North Korea fires first short-range missiles in two months
Test missiles capable of carrying large warheads landed in sea
Business deals
Nippon Steel faces risks over U.S. Steel buyout even if deal goes through
Presidential order would halt negotiations, lawyer says
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Japan's leadership race
Japan's LDP kicks off leadership race to pick Kishida successor
Record candidate field faces 2-week battle to win support from ruling party members
Taiwan tensions
German warships set to sail through Taiwan Strait: sources
Beijing says move would be a 'provocation' while analysts warn of confrontation
Opinion
Japan's LDP turns to old playbook to pick new leader
Fundamental change is unlikely unless ruling party fears losing power