Ukraine war: Free to read
Ukraine latest: Russian shelling of Kherson kills one, injures children
Kyiv touts American assurances of aid despite U.S. spending vote
Politics
Belt and Road
China spurned Pakistan's proposals for new Belt and Road projects
Meeting minutes reflect Beijing's concerns over political instability, security
Transportation
Indonesia's first high-speed rail opens: 5 things to know
China-backed WHOOSH train brings economic benefits, but some are skeptical
Ukraine war: Free to read
Ukraine Sept. 25 to Oct. 2: Kyiv touts American assurances of aid
Pro-Russia party wins Slovakia election after opposing military aid to Ukraine
Interview
Finland hopes China will help end Russia's invasion of Ukraine
Helsinki keen to explore Indo-Pacific security and defense cooperation
Politics
Maldives' Muizzu marches to victory on anti-India drumbeat
Some expect new pro-China president to work with both Beijing, New Delhi
Politics
Pro-China candidate projected to win Maldives presidency: local media
Opposition's Mohamed Muizzu leads count with 54% of the vote
Politics
Japan to seek court order to dissolve Unification Church
Cultural Affairs Agency weighs taking initial step on Oct. 12
Arts
Korean reunification becomes horror-comedy film plot
Park Jae-in's mockumentary "2035" aims to make audiences shudder and giggle
US-China tensions
U.S. names veteran diplomat as top China policy official
Mark Lambert previously served at embassy in Beijing, key Asia posts at State
China tech
SenseTime's push into self-driving cars faces U.S. obstacles
China's image recognition leader aims to equip 5m vehicles a year by 2030
Transportation
Ride-hailing in Japan could see conditional approval: digital minister
Government to discuss when and where services can supplement taxis, Kono says
Defense
Japan, Germany to start negotiations on defense cross-servicing deal
Talks mark latest step toward deeper security cooperation
Defense
Japan to bolster cyber defense with homegrown software
New system for government computers will collect and analyze attack information
International relations
Germany to tighten Chinese investment screening
Berlin blocks satellite startup buy, widens probe beyond critical infrastructure
Politics
China looks to relax rules for some data exports
Move would like bring relief to companies in country who trade overseas
Caixin
China central banker pushes banks to expand along Belt and Road
More branches could ease yuan transactions and internationalize currency
South China Sea
U.S. commends Philippines on removal of Chinese floating barrier
Beijing had placed cordon near Scarborough Shoal in South China Sea
Opinion
With shared values, Japan and U.S. can lead way on challenges
Strong alliance can advance cause of free trade and open markets
Politics
Chinese defense chief's monthlong absence slows military diplomacy
Li Shangfu missed meetings with foreign military leaders, fueling speculation
Aerospace & Defense Industries
U.S. venture capital firm 8VC targets Japan's defense industry
Managing partner Lonsdale says Tokyo needs 'strong defense to deter China'
Defense
Japan names 33 airports, ports to be upgraded for defense use
China, Taiwan emergency is focus of contingency planning
Taiwan tensions
Taiwan unveils 'Narwhal,' its first home-built submarine
President Tsai says democratic island has achieved 'mission impossible'
N Korea at crossroads
North Korea amends constitution on nuclear policy
Kim Jong Un pledges diversified strike capability, cites U.S. provocations
Trade
Japanese seafood exports to China slumped 76% in August after ban
Beijing barred imports after release of treated Fukushima water; Tokyo says it is safe