Opinion
Asia is set to embrace protectionism in face of China's overcapacity
Pressure growing across region as West imposes more tariffs on Beijing
Myanmar Crisis
Myanmar detains Aeon unit exec for high rice prices
Military regime targets big businesses as public frustration over economy mounts
International relations
Japan supermarket chain Aeon says official detained in Myanmar
53-year-old employee held for alleged rice pricing violation
Artificial intelligence
From Indonesia to India to U.S., AI creeps into elections
Avatars and interpreters help candidates connect with voters, but deepfakes pose risk
Your Week in Asia
Tokyo picks next governor, Shanghai AI conference, BYD opens Thai factory
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Trade
Indonesia to levy 100-200% duties on clothing, ceramics, minister says
Tariffs could also soon affect imports of footwear, textiles and cosmetics
International relations
Taiwan announces Thailand investment deal, marking first pact under Lai
Move picks up where Tsai left off in diversifying economic ties away from China
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Supply Chain
Singapore's CapitaLand focuses on Vietnam as supply chains leave China
Property manager also eyes industrial park in Malaysian special economic zone
International relations
Philippines and U.S. to hold 2+2 talks in 'late July,' sources say
Allies' diplomatic and defense chiefs to meet in Manila
International relations
U.S., Japan, Philippines join to battle disinformation
Experts to discuss responses against campaigns linked to China, Russia
Myanmar Crisis
Myanmar regime uses Chinese tech to surveil internet users, report says
VPN ban worsens repression and further sours the country's business environment
Telecommunication
Japan plans support for Philippine 5G network to counter China tech
Installation of base stations expected to start as early as this summer
Myanmar Crisis
Myanmar military shifts arms financing to Thai banks from Singapore
Siam Commercial Bank and others urged to cut ties with Myanmar state-owned entities
Turbulent Thailand
Thailand Senate election puts military's clout to test
Upcoming vote a key milestone for return to civilian rule
Politics
Duterte eyes Senate in Philippine midterms, threatening Marcos
Latest political twist follows Vice President Sara Duterte's quitting cabinet
Society
U.S. upgrades Vietnam in human-trafficking report despite concerns
State Department cites failure to investigate complicit government officials
Economy
Indonesia looks to curb cost concerns over Prabowo's free meal program
Finance minister says budgetary deficit will stay under 3% of GDP in 2025
Opinion
China's spilling of Filipino blood shows more U.S. support needed
Mutual defense treaty could be applied to 'gray zone' tactics in South China Sea
International relations
Malaysia and Thailand keen to join BRICS: 5 things to know
Middle power nations hedge to mitigate effects of major power rivalry, analysts say
International relations
Philippines warns online casinos could be China-linked 'Trojan horses'
Concerns mount as authorities continue investigations and raids
South China Sea
Philippines says it won't start a war, after clash with Chinese Coast Guard
President Marcos told Filipino forces the country would settle issues peacefully
Your Week in Asia
Iran picks new president, China lawmaking body meets, Vietnam GDP
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Commodities
Singapore company launches mining venture in Papua New Guinea
CEO calls Pacific nation 'very blessed' despite civil unrest, U.S.-China tussle
Defense
New U.S. Okinawa unit to counter 'China aggression': Marine chief
Regiment to have long-range firepower to sink ships from islands