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October 13th, 2022

Self-isolated

As Xi seeks a third term, China's lonely zero-COVID battle continues

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The Big Story

Self-isolated: China's lonely zero-COVID battle in spotlight as Xi seeks third term

As 20th Party Congress approaches, China appears trapped by draconian anti-virus policies

A medical worker in Shanghai's Lujiazui financial district, just after the city's lockdown was lifted in early June. China's anti-COVID measures remain among the world's strictest. 
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Business Spotlight

SoftBank adjusts its vision

The Vision Fund revolutionized startup investing. So why is Masayoshi Son rethinking his strategy?

The Go! hypermarket, pictured here in Vietnam's Lao Cai province, is one of several chains Central Retail operates in Vietnam. (Photo courtesy of Central Group)
Retail

Thailand's Central Retail leads rush of global retailers to Vietnam

Vietnam's exceptional economic growth draws retailers of all stripes

Google CEO Sundar Pichai spoke with Nikkei on Oct. 7, revealing plans to open the tech company's first data center in Japan. (Photo by Koji Uema) 
Technology

Google to invest $690m in Japan: CEO Pichai

U.S. tech giant expects much growth in Asia 'over next decade'

Russian energy exports have helped fund Moscow's war in Ukraine. (TASS via Kyodo)
Energy

India's imports of Russian oil jump fivefold, helping war efforts

Shipments to China rise 17% even as Western sanctions spread

The image of a freewheeling Hong Kong has undergone a disturbing transformation over the past few years, one that government officials are scrambling to fix.
Asia Insight

Hard sell: Hong Kong polishes image tarnished by security law, COVID

Emissaries go abroad to tell 'good story,' win back business and investment

Does China have a coherent strategy and timeline for Taiwan unification? U.S. experts had diverse views.
Indo-Pacific

China has no clear road map for Taiwan unification: U.S. experts

Analysts in CSIS survey split on Beijing's internal deadline for possible attack

Russian citizens converge on a public service center in Almaty to receive individual identification numbers on Sept. 28. 
Ukraine war

Russians fleeing draft strain Kazakhstan's services, diplomacy

President Tokayev calls for 'humanity, patience' ahead of awkward Putin visit

From left, Mukesh Ambani, Gautam Adani, and Zhong Shanshan (Nikkei montage/AP/Reuters/Getty Images)
Datawatch

Asia has over 950 billionaires, outnumbering all other regions

Rich Asians are becoming more common, particularly in China and India

Xi Jinping attends a dinner reception on the eve of the National Day holiday in Beijing on Sept. 30: It remains unclear whether he will be able to pack the highest circles of party leadership with his allies.
Opinion

Xi Jinping's position is secure but growing gloom will have impact

Mounting economic worries could shape Communist Party congress discussion

Flames emerge from flare stacks at Nahr Bin Umar oil field in Iraq: The oil market is notoriously shortsighted.
Opinion

Asia must prepare for looming oil and gas shortages

Slumping production, lagging investment could hamper region's rebound

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Life

Where to feast on Japan's regional flavors -- without leaving Tokyo

Let the capital take you on a culinary journey around the nation

People walk past a Hong Kong Jockey Club off-course branch promoting soccer betting. In 2021, 11 of the 20 soccer teams in the English Premier League had Chinese betting companies as shirt sponsors.
Tea Leaves

Growth in Asian sports corruption causes a flutter

Gambling industry remains a good bet, despite legal handicaps