East Asia
Politics
Moon apologizes as scandal-hit justice minister steps down
Cho Kuk resigns after a month amid falling support for South Korean president
Automobile
Japanese auto parts makers double their R&D spending
Aisin and Denso rush to develop future tech to stay competitive with their cash-rich foreign rivals
Nikkei Markets
US-China deal hopes buoy Hong Kong shares
Sunny Optical slips after September shipment volumes miss expectations
Business trends
Corporate Japan steps up sell-offs to trim fat
Deals hit highest level since financial crisis as companies recalibrate
Nikkei Markets
Hong Kong shares gain after US-China trade truce
Great Wall Motor rises after posting increase in September sales
Opinion
TikTok risks becoming new front in China's information war
Beijing wants social media to tell stories which support its narrative
Media & Entertainment
Dutch superfan CEO is taking Japanese pro-wrestling global
Head of New Japan Pro-Wrestling sees potential for sport in overseas markets
Politics
South Korea's 'street politics' highlights growing divisions
Millions gather in massive rallies for and against embattled Justice Minister
