The Big Story
Japan's war on space junk
Record numbers of satellite launches by China, Russia and U.S. are crowding Earth's orbit
February 9th, 2023
Eyes on the skies
How Japan is tackling the looming threat of space debris
Business Spotlight
Indonesia's nickel riches spur local company EV, battery ambition
Old economy conglomerates, businesses pounce as government pushes industry takeoff
Startups
ASEAN startup fundraising slumped in 2022 but still up from 2019
Investors turn to early-stage deals amid dimmer IPO prospects for tech ventures
Technology
Apple 'bullish' on India amid China production chaos, sales drop
South Asian country saw double-digit revenue growth against overall decline
Travel & Leisure
Thailand, Indonesia battle for Chinese group tours post-COVID
Southeast Asia airlines, hotels have edge on Japan, U.S. as travel resumes
Asia Insight
South Korea cage match: President Yoon vs. the unions
Nation's leader pushes for drastic shake-up of the nation's labor system
Comment
Why India as new superpower could spell trouble for the West
World's largest democracy drifts away from ideal as its power grows
Adani Group
Gautam Adani's empire in crisis: 5 things to know
Indian billionaire and his conglomerate are reeling from short-seller attack
Indo-Pacific
ASEAN grows dynamic while China, Japan wane: Asia Power Index
China's COVID isolation exacted 'heavy toll' on regional standing, Lowy says
Opinion
Kim Jong Un has started his succession planning
North Korean leader seeks to make sure heir's authority will be accepted
Opinion
Jacinda Ardern did 'have it all' as New Zealand's prime minister
Despite sexist attacks, pioneer leaves with track record of policy successes
Arts
Passion and precision: Japanese artisans conquer the shoe world
How law and architecture students plus consumers reshaped a hot fashion trend
