US-China tensions
U.S. to start steep China tariff hikes on EVs, solar cells, on Sept. 27
Industry group warns of potential for disrupting chip-related supply chains
North Korea tensions
North Korea provides first peek inside nuclear weapons facility
Kim Jong Un signals what is seen as warning to U.S. ahead of November vote
Retail
China's Shein and Temu face end to tariff-free imports into U.S.
White House to propose rules to limit 'loophole' for small shipments
Retail
Japan's Seven & i now a 'core business,' with tighter investment rules
But addition to security list seen having little impact on Couche-Tard's buyout offer
International relations
China and Maldives sign financial cooperation agreement
Countries to establish framework to support local currency settlement
Economy
China raises retirement age as workforce shrinks
Government strives to avert pension crisis by extending contribution years
Business deals
Nippon Steel and U.S. Steel send letter to Biden on merger plans
Move followed reports president was preparing to block deal; contents not disclosed
Taiwan tensions
German navy makes rare transit of sensitive Taiwan Strait
First such move in two decades comes amid soaring Taipei-Beijing tensions
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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
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?
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
Politics
Macao's former top judge to run unopposed in leadership race
Sam Hou-fai nominated by 96% of voting committee
U.S. elections 2024
China strategy largely absent from Harris, Trump campaigns
U.S. presidential debate referenced China 13 times, but mostly on tariffs
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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
Defense
North Korea fires first short-range missiles in two months
Test missiles capable of carrying large warheads landed in sea
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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
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
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