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ASIA

Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan
Jul 11, 2018
Japan isn't stepping aside as China steps up
The Abe adminisration and the private sector are reasserting influence in Asia and beyond.
BUSINESS / Markets
Jul 11, 2018
Stocks across Asia slide as Trump reloads tariff bazooka aimed at China
Stocks in Asia declined with U.S. equity futures after the Trump administration released the biggest list yet of Chinese goods it may hit with tariff increases¥. The climbed with Treasuries, while the Aussie and kiwi retreated.
WORLD
Jul 9, 2018
Apparent insider attack in Afghanistan kills soldier from California
The Pentagon says the U.S. service member killed in an apparent insider attack in southern Afghanistan was a soldier from California.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Jun 26, 2018
Boeing gets a jump on Farnborough air show with $14.4 billion in jetliner deals as Asia market tilts
Boeing Co. isn't waiting for next month's Farnborough International Airshow to unveil blockbuster aircraft deals — or start booking cash.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Crime & Legal
Jun 20, 2018
China-based hackers breached satellite operators, defense firms, researchers say
A sophisticated hacking campaign launched from computers in China burrowed deeply into satellite operators, defense contractors and telecommunications companies in the United States and Southeast Asia, security researchers at Symantec Corp. said on Tuesday.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Jun 19, 2018
Google to invest $550 million in China e-commerce giant JD.com as it battles rivals
Google will invest $550 million in Chinese e-commerce powerhouse JD.com, part of the U.S. internet giant's efforts to expand its presence in fast-growing Asian markets and battle rivals including Amazon.com.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan
Jun 18, 2018
Beginning of the end to the 1953 regime?
The post-Korean War framework that laid the foundation for the region's peace and prosperity may soon unravel.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Jun 4, 2018
The 'Indo-Pacific' is nothing new
The regional concept has a lengthy past.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan
Jun 4, 2018
Will 'flammable ice' be a critical factor in Asia's security?
Efforts to commercially exploit methane hydrate could raise regional tensions.
Japan Times
WORLD / Society
Jun 3, 2018
Nearly half of Afghanistan's children do not go to school, Kabul seminar hears
Nearly half of all children in Afghanistan are out of school due to conflict, poverty, child marriage and discrimination against girls, the number rising for the first time since 2002, humanitarian organizations said Sunday in a report.
Japan Times
CULTURE / Film
May 31, 2018
Four female directors extol the virtues of short films in presenting new points of view
The red carpet at any film festival is known for star power and fashion, but when 82 women walked arm in arm down the red carpet at Cannes last month, it became a place for politics, too.
Japan Times
CULTURE / Film
May 31, 2018
Short Shorts festival entries give Japan a starring role
From "You Only Live Twice" (1967) to "Black Rain" (1989) and "Lost in Translation" (2003), directors who choose Japan as a filming location are often well-rewarded with beautiful backdrops. The local flavor that works its way into a movie can sometimes be as important as the characters or plot.
COMMENTARY / World
May 30, 2018
Making the most of Asia's aging populations
With the right policies, Asian economies can mitigate the risks of this demographic trend and capitalize on their 'silver dividend' to become more productive, resilient and dynamic than ever.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan
May 25, 2018
Unique universities can rescue rural areas
Regional universities should not be taken lightly anymore; now is the time for them to shine.
Japan Times
Rugby / ADDING THE EXTRAS
May 23, 2018
Sunwolves' Hong Kong success could be catalyst for Asian expansion
The Sunwolves' win over the Stormers in Hong Kong last weekend was a big boost for rugby in Asia and justified the efforts of those who have pushed for a Super Rugby presence in the world's most populated continent.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan
May 21, 2018
The missing piece in Macron's Asia vision: Japan
It is time for France to become truly aware of the major economic and strategic role that Tokyo is playing in the region and beyond.
Japan Times
WORLD
May 16, 2018
Well-armed Taliban battle into west Afghan city in new crisis for Kabul regime despite U.S. air support
Taliban fighters with heavy weapons and night-vision equipment fought their way close to the center of the western city of Farah on Tuesday, as Afghan forces with U.S. air support battled to force them back, officials and residents said.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan
May 15, 2018
Deepening financial integration in Asia
Capital-rich Japan has been relatively inactive in promoting capital market financial integration.
EDITORIALS
May 14, 2018
Mahathir makes a stunning comeback
Former Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohomad's win in parliamentary elections is a victory for democracy in a region that has experienced many recent setbacks in that area.

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