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
Equities
Japan stocks jump 3.4%, track Wall Street tech gains
Domestic shares unlikely to repeat historic August plunge, strategists say
Business deals
Nippon Steel meets U.S. officials amid concerns focusing on India, China
Steelmaker execs arrange 'rush' meeting with Treasury Department
South China Sea
Philippines and China hold 'frank, candid' talks on South China Sea
Manila and Beijing meet again amid heightened tensions in Sabina Shoal
Semiconductors
More chip hubs needed to bolster global supply chain resilience: SEMI CEO
Association chief sees semiconductors becoming a $1tn industry within eight years, $2tn by 2040
International relations
Xiangshan security forum opens amid South China Sea tensions
U.S. sends delegation to China event as rival militaries step up communication
US-China tensions
U.S. companies' confidence in China hits record low
Chilly bilateral ties, economic slowdown dent investment appetite
US-China tensions
Former CIA officer gets 10 years in prison for spying for China
Yuk Ching Ma, relative, traded defense information for $50,000: Justice Dept.
Life
Meatless feasts in Shanghai: 5 delicious destinations
Interest in vegetarian and vegan food is rising in China's trendsetter city
Interview
India's Rajasthan courts Japan auto industry with eye on EVs
State chief touts potential for business and tourism opportunities
Media & Entertainment
Japan's NHK under fire for controversial unscripted remarks
Public broadcaster pilloried for failing to cut mic of announcer going rogue
Opinion
Seven & i vs. Couche-Tard showdown will test Japan Inc.'s swagger
Bid underscores changes coursing through corporate Japan
China up close
Analysis: China moves to play 'Okinawa card' over Japan's Taiwan stance
'Ryukyu research center' could reverse Beijing's position since Mao era
Business deals
Nippon Steel publishes exchanges with union on U.S. Steel deal
Japan steelmaker disputes 'mischaracterizations' amid continued USW pushback
Wealth Management
Japan megabank brokerages ramp up wealth management business
MUFG, Mizuho and SMBC pursue upmarket clients with personal service
Companies
Japan's Mitsui & Co. doubles share buyback plan to $2.8bn
Trading house boosts shareholder returns while also eyeing new investments
Commodities
India to impose up to 30% tariffs on China, Vietnam steel pipe
Tax on imports from the countries to last for the next five years
Bonds
China government bond yields hit new low despite PBOC intervention
10-year rate falls below level that triggered fresh warnings over bubble
Business deals
Nippon Steel exec to meet U.S. officials about steel buyout offer
Comes as Biden administration reported near to blocking sale of U.S. Steel
Taiwan tensions
China accuses Taiwan president of 'hunting down' rivals like Ko Wen-je
Beijing wades into Taipei drama over corruption probe against TPP leader
Property
Sibling succession race heats up at Hong Kong's Chow Tai Fook group
Chengs compete as key property unit New World Development sinks into red
Economy
Japan's July GDP grew 0.4% on solid exports: JCER
Inbound tourism-related demand also increased, while private consumption declined
Electronics
Samsung workers in India ramp up wage protest as strike enters third day
Labor dispute disrupts output at key regional facility for global tech giant
Opinion
Malaysia and China won't be going to war over South China Sea drilling
Protest letter from Beijing to Kuala Lumpur points to cooperation on issue