Supporters of the French far-right National Rally party react at the party's election-night headquarters on June 9 in Paris.
Nikkei Editorial

Global election results show importance of functioning democracy

Growing populism, confusion could benefit authoritarian regimes

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People try out iPhone products at an Apple Store in Beijing. 
Vivian Toh

China must decide whether to rein in exploitive 'Apple Tax'

Pushback by Tokyo and Seoul against tech group show Beijing the way forward

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Vivian Toh
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People view the newly unveiled Onvo L60 SUV, the first vehicle of Chinese electric vehicle (EV) maker Nio's new lower-priced brand, in Shanghai in May.
Alicia Garcia-Herrero

China's EV makers can't follow Japan's 'flying geese' offshoring strategy

As domestic demand cools, automakers turn to exports but face protectionist headwinds

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Alicia Garcia-Herrero
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Putin awards India's Modi with the Order of St. Andrew the Apostle the First-Called at the Kremlin in Moscow, Russia on July 9.
Masahiro Matsumura

West must stop trying to pull India into the liberal democracy camp

U.S. and allies would be better served trying to prevent New Delhi siding with China

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Masahiro Matsumura
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The Indonesia Press Council has criticized the revised broadcasting bill, arguing that it conflicts with the principles established by existing legislation and threatens to degrade journalism.
Alldo Fellix Januardy and Muthia Zahra Feriani

Indonesia must prevent return to New Order era mouthpiece media

Broadcasting law revision needs to ensure journalism promotes democracy

Alldo Fellix Januardy and Muthia Zahra Feriani
People wait in line to play the "Black Myth: Wukong" video game at Gamescom 2023, a computer and video game industry event, in Cologne, Germany, on Aug. 23, 2023.
Lu-Hai Liang

Black Myth: Wukong release could redefine China's gaming industry

The hype surrounding the 'triple-A' game reveals a Chinese wish for global prestige

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Lu-Hai Liang
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A voter casts a ballot in a House of Representatives election at a polling station in Tokyo in October 2021. (Photo by Yo Inoue)
Linda Sieg

Turned off but not tuned out: Japan's floating voters crave options

After Kishida's decision to step down, it is unclear whether his replacement will inspire

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Linda Sieg
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Several recent surveys underscore the retail industry's commitment to AI adoption and its impact.
Matthew Driver

Retailers cannot afford to ignore AI's competitive edge

Merchants are eager to use the tech but face challenges in ROI and data security

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Matthew Driver
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Myanmar's military leader Senior Gen. Min Aung Hlaing, right, talks with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, Naypyitaw, Myanmar, on Aug. 14. (Myanmar Military Information Team via AP)
Yun Sun

What does China really want from Myanmar?

The fall of Lashio marks a turning point for Beijing's pro-regime strategy

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Yun Sun
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Children wearing traditional clothing wave national flags in Seoul. South Korea is facing a "national demographic emergency."
Lauren Johnston

South Korea must learn from China's population long game

Seoul waking up to demographic crisis after long-term complacency

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Lauren Johnston
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In recent years, quite a few American politicians and foreign policy experts have vocally demanded that Taiwan increase its defense spending.
Yoshiyuki Ogasawara

Excessive U.S. pressure on Taiwan defense spending plays into CCP's hands

American policy influencers should explain that Taipei needs encouragement, not punishment

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Yoshiyuki Ogasawara
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Thailand's Constitutional Court on Wednesday ousted Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin from his post, citing a serious ethics violation. (Nikkei montage/Source photos by Ken Kobayashi and Getty Images)
Suthichai Yoon

Thai PM Srettha is out. Was this constitutional overreach?

Court blurs line between legal adjudication and political maneuvering

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Suthichai Yoon
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Papua New Guinea's national census was initially due to take just two weeks starting in June, but the government has announced it will now not be completed until some time in 2025.
Carolyn Blacklock

Papua New Guinea's census process is a quagmire of epic proportions

International donors must pressure government to be transparent

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Carolyn Blacklock
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For decades in Japan, "leaders" have been understood to be people, usually men, holding management positions at large corporations. (Photo by Satoko Kawasaki)
Tomoe Ueyama and Jody Ono

Japan can tap seniors' know-how by redefining leadership

In an inclusive society, you're never too old to contribute

Tomoe Ueyama and Jody Ono
The spotlight is back on corruption in the Chinese People's Liberation Army.
James Char

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

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James Char
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A soldier with the Japanese Ground Self-Defense Force takes part in a military drill on the uninhabited Irisuna island close to Okinawa, Japan, in November 2023.
Jonathan Grady

Japan must hedge currency risk to avoid defense funding crisis

Biggest military buildup since World War II at risk from fluctuating forex

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Jonathan Grady
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Though the majority of Asian countries did not join in the West's sanctions against Russian oil, they are expected to abide by them.

'Dark fleet' of oil tankers risk more maritime disasters in Asia

The West needs to bring Russian oil shipping out of the shadows

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Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus, who was recommended by Bangladeshi student leaders as the head of the interim government, speaks during a press briefing as he arrives at the Hazarat Shahjalal International Airport in Dhaka on Aug. 8.
Thomas Kean

After Hasina, Bangladesh needs a foreign policy reset

Interim government under Yunus is off to a promising start but must tackle entrenched interests

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Thomas Kean
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The future of ASEAN's cross-border growth depends on the ability of its more than 71 million micro-, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) to effectively leverage digital trade. 
Milan Dhingra

Fast, digitized ASEAN cross-border trade should not be a luxury

A borderless era of economic growth awaits Southeast Asia

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Milan Dhingra
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Bank of Japan Gov. Kazuo Ueda speaks at a press conference following a monetary policy meeting on July 31. (Photo by Yutaka Miyaguchi)
Masamichi Adachi

BOJ still on hawkish track despite dovish bid to cool market turmoil

Central bank must improve communication, economy judgment and risk assessment

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Masamichi Adachi
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Vice President and Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris and her newly chosen vice presidential running mate Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz react as they hold a campaign rally in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S., Aug. 6.
SHIN NAKAYAMA

Letter from Nikkei Asia's editor: Harris takes on Trump

Shin Nakayama shares his weekly reflections and recommendations

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SHIN NAKAYAMA
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Virtual assets and finance are not the only areas where blockchain applications require regulation.
Vishal Sacheendran

Blockchain needs tailored rules for applications beyond finance

Global companies are shifting the focus from cryptocurrency to other diverse uses

Vishal Sacheendran
A Toyota Kirloskar Auto Parts factory that makes transmission systems for hybrid cars in Bidadi, in the southern Indian state of Karnataka.
Amit Kumar

India is well placed to become the 'next China' and drive global growth

Nation faces opportunities and challenges in becoming an economic powerhouse

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Amit Kumar
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A rescuer stands by trucks equipped with cranes conveyed by the Japan International Cooperation Agency to the State Emergency Service of Ukraine in the Kyiv region of northern Ukraine, on April 25, 2023.
Jennifer Kavanagh

Japan and South Korea must put 'Asia First' over Ukraine support

Focusing on aid to Kyiv risks compromising the two nations' regional security needs

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Jennifer Kavanagh
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Japan Inc. was once praised for its strong sense of community with management often regarded by employees as an extension of themselves.

Japan Inc. must avoid America's astronomical executive pay

Wider CEO-employee compensation gap would threaten corporate harmony

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