US-China tensions
TikTok CEO to testify before U.S. Congress over security concerns
Shou Zi Chew will appear before Energy and Commerce Committee in March
Politics
International relations
Taiwan's Tsai speaks with Czech president-elect, in diplomatic coup
Both sides stress shared democratic values in call likely to draw Beijing's ire
Coronavirus
China says ready to normalize cross-border travel
Nation willing to work with others after lifting visa restrictions on Japanese
Politics
Kishida walks back comment on 'reskilling' during maternity leave
Japan PM clarifies remark after backlash from opposition, netizens
International relations
Malaysia's Anwar tightens Singapore ties in ASEAN travel rush
New PM focuses on economic cooperation on third visit to a neighbor in a month
Crime
Philippines hopes to deport robbery suspects to Japan in February
Justice secretary responds to request for transfer men detained in Manila
Politics
Prayuth to run against deputy as Thailand primes for elections
Move Forward Party to campaign on constitutional reform
Inside Japanese politics
Japan Communist Party in turmoil as calls emerge for new leadership
Leader Shii faces fresh challenges as party struggles to gain traction
Economy
India budget expected to mix populism, prudence before 2024 polls
Modi government to unveil package Wednesday, laying groundwork for next 25 years
Ukraine war: Free to read
Ukraine from Jan. 6 to Jan. 30: 'Very tough' situation in Donetsk, Zelenskyy says
Kyiv and Western allies said to fast-track talks on long-range missiles and military aircraft
International relations
China resumes visas for Japanese on apparent economic concerns
Business travel viewed as essential for smooth transition after Lunar New Year
Politics
Support for Japan's Kishida rises to 39% as pandemic recedes
64% of respondents approve of decision to downgrade COVID-19
Comment
Why India as new superpower could spell trouble for the West
World's largest democracy drifts away from ideal as its power grows
Politics
Bangladesh publisher's book fair ban sparks free-speech outcry
Exclusion from nation's top literary festival seen as part of troubling pattern
Opinion
Jacinda Ardern did 'have it all' as New Zealand's prime minister
Despite sexist attacks, pioneer leaves with track record of policy successes
Taiwan tensions
U.S. general predicts China conflict over Taiwan in 2025
Unusual memo reflects sense of urgency over Beijing's intentions on the island
Sri Lanka crisis
Sri Lanka leader suspends parliament until Feb. 8 address
President Wickremesinghe to outline policies on economy, power sharing
Semiconductors
Japan weighs China chip export curbs at U.S. request
Move could have significant impact on Tokyo Electron and others
Comment
Ruthless power battles in Middle East give Asia a golden chance
China and South Korea keen to exploit Israeli-Arab rapprochement
