The Big Story
Road to nowhere: China's Belt and Road Initiative at tipping point
Pakistan, Sri Lanka debt crises threaten Beijing's regional influence
August 11th, 2022
Test of power and skill
Pelosi's Taiwan visit throws Xi's handling of U.S.-China relations into the spotlight
Business Spotlight
Stuck in Sihanoukville: Projects grind to halt in Cambodia resort town
Rampant development turns seaside jewel into mess of unfinished casinos and condos
Construction
Vietnamese, other ASEAN workers sustain construction in Japan
As Japan's workforce shrinks mega building projects keep coming on line
Semiconductors
CHIPS Act leaves chipmakers facing choice between U.S. and China
Bill's funding comes with overseas investment restrictions attached
Asia Insight
Taiwan tensions a boon for defense industry but supply clogs loom
Lockheed, Boeing, Raytheon race against time to meet demand from U.S. allies
China up close
Analysis: Pelosi's Taiwan visit is Xi's final exam to stay top leader
President under pressure to prove he can manage U.S. relations like predecessors
US-China tensions
Why China is furious over Pelosi's Taiwan trip: 5 things to know
Beijing sees U.S. politician's visit as thumbs-up for island's independence
Opinion
Rishi Sunak's rise signifies the arrival of the Indian diaspora
New generations of emigrants have successfully plunged into local politics
Opinion
Japan is backing the wrong side in Myanmar
Opposition NUG will prevail in war and better realize economic development
Arts
Japanese jazz musicians in tune with post-pandemic 'new normal'
Performers continue to jam and learn despite COVID curbs
Tea Leaves
Buzz cuts for BTS? Military service debate builds in South Korea
Fans ask whether it is best to let the band be