The China policy of U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris, right, is relatively unclear compared with that of former President Donald Trump. (Nikkei montage/Source photos by Reuters)
Comment

Could a Kamala Harris victory benefit China?

U.S. might pursue both confrontation and cooperation with Beijing

7 September 2024
White House climate envoy John Podesta meets with Chinese officials including Foreign Minister Wang Yi at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on Sept. 6.
Climate Change

U.S.-China climate 'differences' linger as envoys wrap up talks

John Podesta concludes three-day visit to Beijing ahead of COP29

7 September 2024
Republican presidential nominee and former U.S. President Donald Trump looks on during a press conference at Trump Tower in New York City.
U.S. elections 2024

Judge delays Trump hush money sentencing until after election

Falsifying business records is punishable by up to four years in prison

7 September 2024
The drills simulated the recapture of a remote island. (Photo by Tomoyoshi Oshikiri)
Defense

U.S. and Indonesia wrap up multinational Indo-Pacific drills

Japan takes part in island recapture as part of Super Garuda Shield exercise

7 September 2024
U.S. companies cite American domestic policies as one of the major factors disrupting business relations with China.
US-China tensions

Washington's trade rules cited as top worry for U.S. businesses in China

Companies report harsher American regulatory scrutiny, supply chain disruptions

6 September 2024
China on Sept. 3 announced it planned to start an anti-dumping investigation into canola imports from Canada, a week after Ottawa imposed a 100% tariff on Chinese EVs and a 25% tariff on its imported steel and aluminum.
Trade war

China requests consultations with Canada at WTO over tariffs

Canadian duties on EVs, steel, aluminum goods met with Beijing's probe into canola imports

6 September 2024
Former President Donald Trump speaks at the Economic Club of New York on Sept. 5.
U.S. elections 2024

Trump vows to create government efficiency commission led by Elon Musk

Former president also doubles down on China trade war in economic policy speech

6 September 2024
The 1st Multi-Domain Task Force's Mid-Range Capability (MRC) launcher arrives as part of the capability’s first deployment into theater on Northern Luzon, Philippines on April 8. (U.S. Army photo)
Indo-Pacific

U.S. wants to deploy midrange-missile launcher to Japan via drills

Army secretary envisions keeping Typhon in Indo-Pacific for 6 months or longer

6 September 2024
Donald Trump and Kim Jong Un shake hands during a meeting at the demilitarized zone (DMZ) separating the two Koreas, in Panmunjom, South Korea, in June 2019.
Opinion

How North Korea will seek to play the next U.S. president

Pyongyang has tried and trusted method for buying time to develop weapons

5 September 2024
Chinese President Xi Jinping delivers a speech at the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation in Beijing on Sept. 5.
Belt and Road

China pledges billions in fresh Africa aid despite debt concerns

Xi offers slew of support to visiting leaders, including training for security forces

5 September 2024
Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko attends a news briefing following talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Minsk on May 24. (Pool via Reuters)
International relations

Japanese man held in Belarus on spying allegations: local broadcaster

Government source says man in custody is a teacher at a state university

5 September 2024
White House national security adviser Jake Sullivan, left, stand with Vice Chairman of the CPC Central Military Commission Zhang Youxia before a meeting at the Bayi building in Beijing on Aug. 29.
China up close

Analysis: General's smile hints at changes in China power balance

Top military brass return to forefront of diplomacy with U.S.

5 September 2024
The Geoje shipyard of South Korea's Hanwha Ocean, which recently signed a Master Ship Repair Agreement with the U.S. Navy. (Hanwha Ocean)
Indo-Pacific

Pentagon to set up military repair hubs in 5 Indo-Pacific countries

U.S. eyes global network of sustainment, expanding to Europe and Latin America

4 September 2024
Nio Thinker, presented as a progressive news and opinion site, frequently bashes Donald Trump in its pieces. (Screenshot from Nio Thinker site) 
U.S. elections 2024

China, Iran tap AI to influence U.S. election, experts warn

Fake news sites and 'spamouflage' attempt to sway opinion ahead of vote

4 September 2024
Chinese President Xi Jinping and his wife Peng Liyuan pose with leaders from African nations ahead of a dinner reception for the 2024 Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation in Beijing on Sept. 4.
International relations

Xi says 2.8bn Chinese and Africans can modernize Global South together

Unbalanced ties, debt concerns loom over gathering of leaders in Beijing

4 September 2024
Pope Francis, left, and Indonesian President Joko Widodo meet with Indonesian officials, civil society representatives and diplomats at the presidential palace in Jakarta on Sept. 4.
Society

Pope, Jokowi call for peace efforts in 'historic' Indonesia visit

Pontiff's Asia tour includes stops in Papua New Guinea, East Timor, Singapore

4 September 2024
The Telegram messaging service has attracted millions of users thanks to its emphasis on security.
The Nikkei View

Telegram CEO arrest raises questions about safety vs. freedom

Authorities and operators must find ways to balance both priorities

4 September 2024
Japan's Nippon Steel has proposed acquiring U.S. Steel, but the deal faces stiff opposition in America. (Photos by Nanami Sato and AP)
Business deals

Nippon Steel promises most of U.S. Steel board will be American

Governance policy comes amid resistance to deal from presidential candidates

4 September 2024
Kathy Hochul's office fired Linda Sun in March 2023 after discovering evidence of misconduct, a spokesperson for the governor said.
US-China tensions

Ex-aide to New York governor charged with acting as Chinese agent

Linda Sun blocked Taiwan representatives from meeting with officials: prosecutors

4 September 2024
Mongolian President Ukhnaagiin Khurelsukh, left, with Russian President Vladimir Putin at a welcoming ceremony in Ulaanbaatar on Sept. 3. (Sputnik/Kremlin via Reuters)
International relations

Mongolia's defiance of Putin arrest warrant shows reliance on Russia

Vital energy imports discussed in Russian leader's first visit in 5 years

4 September 2024
U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris attends a campaign event focused on Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander communities on July 9 in Nevada, one of seven key states that could decide the outcome of November's presidential election.
Asia Insight

Once neglected, Asian Americans now courted in knife-edge election

Tiny margins in battleground states spotlight voters like Wisconsin's Hmong community

3 September 2024
Russian President Vladimir Putin takes part in a welcoming ceremony upon his arrival at an airport in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, on Sept. 2. (Sputnik/Natalia Gubernatorova/Pool via Reuters)
International relations

Ukraine criticizes Mongolia's failure to arrest Putin

Foreign Ministry calls it 'a heavy blow to the ICC and system of criminal war'

3 September 2024
Canola fields surround an oil pump jack before harvesting in rural Alberta, in western Canada, in July 2019.
Trade war

China to start anti-dumping probe into Canada canola imports

Beijing says it will use WTO mechanism following Ottawa's 100% EV tariff

3 September 2024
U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry, center, presents a Letter of Intent to fund Fulbright University Vietnam's construction in 2017. Critics blasted an ex-school official for focusing on U.S. suffering in the Vietnam War. 
International relations

U.S.-backed Vietnam university condemns rumors it foments 'color revolution'

Taboos about Vietnam War and one-party rule kick up social media furor around Fulbright

3 September 2024