Ukraine warSanctions vs. caution: How the Ukraine war has divided Asia
Japan, Singapore take firm stands as most of ASEAN, India avoid slamming Moscow
Supporters of Ukraine protest outside the Russian Embassy in Kuala Lumpur on Feb. 28. Malaysia has had a muted response to the war so far. © Reuters
KENTARO IWAMOTO, Nikkei staff writer
SINGAPORE -- Russia's invasion of Ukraine has prompted a firestorm of international condemnation. To varying degrees, several Asian governments have lined up behind Western efforts to sanction Moscow for its war, including Japan, South Korea, Taiwan and Singapore.