Indo-Pacific
Germany eyes 'China lite' future that is less dependent
France explores collaboration with Quad; Italy's new leader vows to review Belt and Road
Politics
Society
Taiwan recognizes transnational same-sex marriage
Outgoing premier moves island step closer to marriage equality
Politics
FBI searched Biden home, found documents marked classified
Lawyer says rummage continued nearly 13 hours
Japan immigration
Japan weighs longer stays for world's elite college graduates
Move aims to boost competitiveness by easing job hunting for skilled foreigners
Datawatch
COVID disrupts measles and other vaccinations in Asia, elsewhere
Pandemic saps resources to protect infants from contagious diseases
N Korea at crossroads
Kim Jong Un's Achilles' heel lies in weak air defense
Frequent missile testing, drone flights reflect his fear of U.S. carriers
Travel & Leisure
Vietnam ranks among worst tourist hubs on bathroom wall of shame
Tropical country still struggling to shake travel blues amid visa rules, COVID
Ukraine war
U.S. to designate Russia's Wagner as transnational criminal group
Private military company accused of bolstering war effort with North Korea arms
Politics
Chris Hipkins set to replace Ardern as New Zealand prime minister
Education minister was the sole candidate to become new Labour Party leader
Transportation
Bangkok's new train terminal offers hope for end to traffic woes
Japan-backed project highlights new possibilities for infrastructure tie-ups
Sri Lanka crisis
India promises more Sri Lanka investment after backing debt plan
Jaishankar urges Colombo to foster 'business-friendly environment'
Economy
Japan population drops 0.43% in 2022 as Kishida vows to stem decline
Prime minister expected to focus on child policies when Diet opens next week
Ukraine war
Japan to supply advanced land mine detectors to Ukraine
Clearance training also underway in three-way partnership with Cambodia
Coronavirus
South Korea to lift indoor mask mandate this month
Only on transport and in medical facilities will coverings be required
Interview
Social media can foster mutual understanding: Rabbi Cooper
Simon Wiesenthal Center associate dean urges 'deeper conversation' among Asian youth
Caixin
China homegrown COVID pill included in national subsidy program
Price negotiations with Pfizer break down over more expensive Paxlovid
Politics
Ardern's departure shakes New Zealand election landscape
Likely that remote nation will have three prime ministers this year
International relations
North Korea threat on agenda when Blinken visits China next month
U.S. secretary of state expected to meet Wang Yi during first official trip to Beijing
Politics
China Politburo retiree poised to become next vice president: report
Xi opts for trusted Vice Premier Han Zheng instead of lining up successor
N Korea at crossroads
North Korea passes ban on South Korean slang
Authorities respond to growing ranks of K-drama fans in the North
