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March 3rd, 2022

Asia's femtech revolution

The quest for better women's health

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Asia's femtech revolution: the quest for better women's health

Underserved by mainstream health care, women from India to Japan turn to technology

From period poverty to menopause, women's health issues have historically been sidelined by the medical industry. Ahead of International Women's Day, we take a look at some of Asia's femtech startups that are addressing women's unmet health care needs. 
Russia's invasion of Ukraine could have serious consequences for companies and consumers across Asia. (Source photos by Reuters)
Ukraine war

How Russia's Ukraine attack affects Asian business: 5 things to know

From energy to airlines to IT, companies feel impact amid COVID recovery

Tony Fernandes says investors are confident in his vision for Capital A even as stock market auditors raise concerns. (Source photos by AP and Reuters) 
Business Spotlight

AirAsia parent Capital A faces scrutiny over recovery plan

Malaysian bourse angers airline boss Tony Fernandes with restructuring demand

The nationalistic policies of Sri Lankan President Gotabaya Rajapaksa have resulted in food shortages as his government struggles under a growing pile of foreign debt.
Asia Insight

Sri Lanka faces food shortages and a meager New Year

Organic agriculture stunts crop yields, forcing lean times on debt-ridden nation

From left: Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping at the BRICS summit in July 2018 in South Africa. 
Ukraine war

India and China stay on sidelines as Russia invades Ukraine

New Delhi protects Moscow relations despite risk to its Quad standing

Vladimir Putin speaks about authorizing a special military operation in Ukraine's Donbass region during a special televised address on Feb. 24: it is possible to see the Ukraine crisis creating an uptick in U.S.-China relations.
Opinion

Ukraine conflict will have a significant impact on Asia

Look for the crisis to consolidate alignment among Asia's democracies

Vladimir Putin, pictured in Moscow on Feb. 23: the Russian President's biggest fear is not so much an expansion of the NATO alliance to Ukraine but democracy on his doorstep.
Opinion

Vladimir Putin stakes it all on Ukraine

Russian leader driven by his belief in the narrative of Western decline

A Ukrainian tourist cries in front of the Russian Embassy in Colombo on Feb. 28 during a protest against the Russian invasion of Ukraine. 
The Nikkei View

Putin's only path forward is a cease-fire

Russia cannot be allowed to strip people of independence and freedom

Chinese surveillance cameras are popular around the world for their low cost and ease of use. (Photo by Naoki Matsuda)
The age of 'Great China'

Eyes everywhere: China's surveillance equipment spreads worldwide

Chinese companies defy U.S. sanctions as part of drive to turn country into 'semiconductor powerhouse'

Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte's staunch critic Sen. Leila de Lima was jailed in February 2017 on drugs charges she says are false. Five years later, she is still behind bars as her trial drags on.
Philippine elections

Philippine Senator Leila de Lima's campaign from prison

Arch-critic of President Rodrigo Duterte marks five years in jail

A man sits at the entrance of his shop in Kabul on Feb. 8.
Life

Food aplenty in Kabul's shops, but few buyers

Taliban make women cover up, while their soldiers chase anti-lice creams

Some of the symbols Indian political parties use to distinguish themselves from their rivals during elections. 
Tea Leaves

In the world's biggest democracy, symbols matter

India's party political emblems remain important despite rising literacy