US-China tensions
China's Xi unwilling to accept Western vaccines, says U.S. intelligence
Recent protests no threat to Communist Party rule, according to Haines
International relations
US-China tensions
U.S. faces pivotal years in countering China: Pentagon chief
Austin's comments come after Washington unveiled new nuclear stealth bomber
International relations
Japan and U.S. eye joint research on hypersonic glide interception
New generation of Russian and Chinese weapons can evade existing defenses
Economy
Americans, Chinese snap up Thai 'talent visas,' official says
Manufacturing hubs seek industrial upgrade amid supply-chain shift
Politics
Seoul arrests ex-top security official over border killing
Government says 2020 death was covered up in attempt to appease North
Comment
Can ASEAN put its foot down on intransigent Myanmar?
Time is running out for bloc to play a credible role as mediator in the crisis
Ukraine war: Free to read
Ukraine latest: Putin blames 'destructive' Western aid for lack of peace talks
Germany to send 7 more air-defense tanks to Ukraine
Ukraine war
EU agrees on $60 Russian oil price cap after holdout Poland backs deal
Measure aims to target Moscow's income without sending prices soaring
International relations
U.S. Space Force sets up South Korean HQ to monitor N Korean missiles
South Korean air force establishes Space Squadron for similar purposes
International relations
Senior British lawmaker talks defense cooperation on Taiwan trip
Beijing claims 'gross interference' as UK steps up support for Taipei
International relations
Japan, Australia to hold '2-plus-2' security talks in Tokyo
Ministers will discuss military buildups by China, North Korea next week
Companies
China's CNOOC ups Brazil oil field stake in energy security push
Additional 5% interest to help ease dependence on Western imports
International relations
China tries to keep Europe in play as U.S. seeks united front
Xi stresses opportunities, lack of conflicts in talks with European Council president
Trade
Uruguay applies to join CPTPP in bid for Asian export boost
South American nation also seeking free trade deal with China
Indo-Pacific
Canada ready to 'challenge' China, increase Indo-Pacific role: minister
Ottawa eyes more intelligence sharing with Tokyo, says Joly
Supply Chain
Japan makers to reduce reliance on China suppliers: Nikkei survey
53% of respondents look for alternatives as Taiwan, COVID risks weigh on
International relations
India takes over G-20 chair as world seeks Ukraine breakthrough
Analysts say Delhi could lead cease-fire push, amplify emerging nations' voices
N Korea at crossroads
North Korea's possible mobile ICBM expands tactical playbook
Information warfare muddies the waters on Pyongyang's real capabilities
Aerospace & Defense
China's finished space station adds spark to global race above skies
Cutting-edge Tiangong set for full operation while U.S. scrambles to extend ISS
International relations
Majority of Chinese think Taiwan Strait conflict is likely: poll
Joint Japan-China survey shows gaps on East Asia tensions and Ukraine
