Asia News Network TODAY'S HIGHLIGHTS New Delhi asks Ottawa to reduce strength of its diplomats in India Thaksin has role to play in government after prison term, says Thai PM Srettha China seeks strategic energy partnership with Arab States Studio Ghibli to be Nippon TV subsidiaryMORE HEADLINES TOP NEWS The StatesmanCanadian Hindus ‘soft targets’, asked to leave country: Indian-origin MP September 22, 2023 DawnPakistan to hold elections in last week of January September 22, 2023 The Korea HeraldPresident Yoon’s speech at UN signals downturn ahead in inter-Korean relations: experts September 22, 2023 The StarMalaysia to boost ties with Iran and Turkiye September 22, 2023 The Korea HeraldKorean Parliament passes arrest motion against opposition leader, dismissal motion against PM September 22, 2023 The StatesmanTrudeau’s allegations politically driven, no specific info given on Nijjar case: Foreign ministry September 22, 2023 The StatesmanWomen’s Reservation Bill clears Rajya Sabha, set to become law after President’s signature September 22, 2023 The Statesman‘Growing politically-condoned hate crimes’: India asks its citizens in Canada to exercise utmost caution September 21, 2023 The Jakarta PostIndonesia pushes for downstreaming, Global South rights at UN Sustainable Goals summit September 21, 2023 The Korea HeraldPresident Yoon says arms deal between North Korea, Russia would be ‘direct provocation’ September 21, 2023 The Yomiuri ShimbunJapan wants China’s buoy removed from EEZ near Senkaku Islands September 21, 2023 The Daily StarTime has come for a female UN chief: PM Hasina September 21, 2023 The Kathmandu PostNepal’s teachers take to streets to protest school education bill September 21, 2023 The StatesmanPM Modi appeals to parliamentarians to get rid of outdated laws September 20, 2023 The Jakarta PostPresident Jokowi denies violence in cabinet meeting September 20, 2023 DawnWhat is the Khalistan movement, and why is it fuelling India-Canada rift? September 20, 2023 ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE Philippine Daily InquirerAI both a risk and opportunity for journalism: Study September 21, 2023 The Straits TimesHuawei wants its AI chips to provide ‘second option for the world’ September 21, 2023 The Straits TimesSingapore shares early adopter tips to help other nations embrace AI September 20, 2023 Philippine Daily InquirerFeeling disposable in the age of AI? That’s probably ‘FOBO’ September 15, 2023 China DailyHuawei, Seres launch latest smart SUV with autonomous driving tech September 14, 2023 The Korea HeraldSamsung SDS unveils generative AI model for corporate clients September 13, 2023 The Korea Herald‘AI success hinges on local nuances, not just silicon’ September 12, 2023 The Korea HeraldKT’s AI tech to accelerate digital logistics innovation of SingPost September 12, 2023 China DailyTencent unveils large language model September 11, 2023 Philippine Daily InquirerOpenAI explains how to teach with AI September 11, 2023 Philippine Daily InquirerThe 25 most important AI words everyone should know September 11, 2023 The StarRise of AI-based scams September 6, 2023 Viet Nam NewsAsia-Pacific urged to use AI to combat cyber threats September 6, 2023 China DailyCutting-edge technologies attract visitors at 2023 CIFTIS in Beijing September 5, 2023 The Jakarta PostCybersecurity threats in Indonesia decreasing, with AI deployed by both sides August 31, 2023 The Yomiuri ShimbunGoogle’s AI search service available in Japan on trial basis August 31, 2023 THAILAND The NationMore power to the family — how Shinawatra loyalists are back in corridors of power after 9 years September 22, 2023 The NationFormer Future Forward party spokesperson Pannika banned from politics after being accused of insulting royal September 22, 2023 The StarThai king’s estranged son urges open discussion of anti-defamation law September 22, 2023 The NationThaksin has role to play in government after prison term, says Thai PM Srettha September 22, 2023 The NationPaetongtarn ready to be new Pheu Thai leader, wants Thaksin treated at home September 20, 2023 The NationThai PM Srettha sets agenda for his attendance at the UNGA September 19, 2023 The Straits TimesBlocked Thai PM challenger Pita resigns as Move Forward Party leader September 18, 2023 The NationConsumer confidence recovers after new Thai government formed: Survey September 15, 2023 The NationInterior Ministry working to get rid of abusive local powers: Interior minister September 15, 2023 The NationSrettha vows to increase minimum daily wage to 400 baht as soon as possible September 13, 2023 The NationSrettha highlights urgent economic measures in his govt’s policy statement September 12, 2023 The NationMove Forward leads the attack as Srettha reveals government’s key policies September 12, 2023 The NationFarming subsidies only distort world prices, says Srettha as he promises 5% growth September 11, 2023 The NationOpposition gets 14 hours to scrutinise government policies at Parliament meeting September 8, 2023 The NationAs new Cabinet is sworn in, Srettha says ‘no honeymoon period’ for his government September 6, 2023 The NationPheu Thai pledge to nearly double the minimum wage has many sceptics, survey finds September 4, 2023 CLIMATE WATCH The Jakarta PostDry season sparks fires engulfing Central, West Java landfills September 21, 2023 DawnIn Gilgit-Baltistan, climate change is changing how people dream September 21, 2023 Philippine Daily InquirerFishing ban, other restrictions eyed to counter overfishing September 21, 2023 The Straits TimesClimate takes centre stage at UN as global temperatures hit record September 20, 2023 The Jakarta PostIndonesia to miss 2025 geothermal energy target, association warns September 20, 2023 The Phnom Penh PostFrom waste to bounty: Cambodian villager leading Prey Veng in composting revolution September 20, 2023 The Straits TimesSydney issues total fire ban as spring heatwave grips Australia September 20, 2023 China DailyWorld’s largest offshore wind power facility starts operating in Fujian September 19, 2023 The Jakarta PostWhy is 2023 so hot? A rare Pacific volcano is among the suspects September 18, 2023 The StarVillagers get 3.6 tonnes of chicken for picking up 12 tonnes of plastic in beach clean-up programme September 18, 2023 The Yomiuri ShimbunTea leaves used as alternative material in new Gundam model September 18, 2023 Viet Nam NewsEmission trading system under construction in Vietnam September 15, 2023 The Daily StarHarsh weather to affect $27 billion RMG export from Bangladesh: Report September 15, 2023 The Straits TimesIndia’s many battles against climate change September 14, 2023 The Phnom Penh PostStudent-led plastic cleanup garners ASEAN recognition September 14, 2023 The Straits TimesForest fires blanket several Indonesian provinces, causing surge in people falling ill September 13, 2023 DAILY DIGEST VIEW ALL Critics claim drug use clemency proposal to reduce overcrowding in Indonesia’s prisons shortsightedSeptember 22, 2023Data from the Law and Human Rights Ministry shows that hundreds of correctional facilities across the country hold more than 228,000 inmates, almost double the maximum capacity of around 129,000. Malaysia looking into reproductive tech to save the Malayan tiger Improving learning outcomes key to achieving development aspirations in middle-income East Asia and Pacific countries Number of dementia patients in South Korea set to surpass 1 million this year TikToker jailed for Islamic prayer before eating porkSPECIAL REPORTSVIEW ALL MORE HEADLINES Hearings in $1 billion lawsuit filed by auto tycoon Carlos Ghosn against Nissan start in Beirut ... Cambodia’s new information minister discusses media’s role with Phnom Penh Post ... Landfill victims warn they will obstruct waste disposal again if their demands aren’t met ... THE ASIAN VIEW VIEW ALL The StatesmanHealthPrimary healthcare needs sharp focus The Daily StarMediaThe media must do more to protest oppressive laws like the Cyber Security Act The StatesmanGeopoliticsChina in Kabul ASEAN MATTERS The Phnom Penh PostASEAN sec-gen calls for Chinese digital finance, aviation co-op September 19, 2023 The Phnom Penh PostIn search of a sustainable ASEAN solution to the ongoing crisis in Myanmar September 18, 2023 The Jakarta PostSeveral ASEAN air force chiefs skip Myanmar meeting September 18, 2023 China DailyASEAN-China bonds set to strengthen September 15, 2023 The Jakarta PostPresident Jokowi says Indonesia’s task not over after 2023 ASEAN chairmanship September 14, 2023 China DailyASEAN, China seen as epicenter of global growth September 12, 2023 The Jakarta PostIndonesia closes ASEAN Summit with mixed record September 11, 2023 The Straits TimesWith eye on China, US and Vietnam fast-track relations September 11, 2023 The StatesmanASEAN central pillar of India’s Act East policy: PM Modi September 8, 2023 Philippine Daily InquirerMilitias don’t ease tension, Marcos says at Asean meet September 8, 2023 The Phnom Penh PostASEAN leaders commit to regional peace, amid escalating tensions September 8, 2023 The Jakarta PostChina warns against ‘new Cold War’ at ASEAN summit September 7, 2023 The Jakarta PostASEAN releases climate statement, activists disappointed September 7, 2023 The Phnom Penh PostCambodia PM calls for ASEAN response to rising geopolitical rivalries September 7, 2023 The Yomiuri ShimbunKishida calls for deeper Japan-ASEAN ties in 6 areas September 7, 2023 The Jakarta PostJokowi says ASEAN stands united, above all else September 6, 2023 CROSS-STRAIT TENSIONS China DailyCross-Strait marriages see sharp increase amid deepening integration: Report September 20, 2023 The Yomiuri ShimbunUS plans to expand scale of training of Taiwan military September 18, 2023 The Straits TimesTaiwan has detected at least 68 Chinese warplanes, 10 vessels near its borders September 15, 2023 The Straits TimesChina woos Taiwanese to live in Fujian, but not all are convinced amid military threats September 15, 2023 China DailyMilitary collusion with US worsens situation for Taiwan: Spokesman September 14, 2023 China DailyChina to make Fujian a demonstration zone for integrated development across Taiwan Strait September 13, 2023 China DailyChina monitored two warships as they passed through Taiwan Strait on Saturday September 11, 2023 China DailyChina rejects Japan’s protest over Diaoyu Islands September 7, 2023 The Straits TimesFoxconn founder Terry Gou cuts final ties with company for presidential run September 5, 2023 China DailyDPP actions ‘biggest obstacle’ to cooperation, says Taiwan affairs official August 31, 2023 Philippine Daily InquirerUS in talks to develop Philippine port facing Taiwan August 31, 2023 Philippine Daily InquirerUS approves new $500 million arms sale to Taiwan as tension from China intensifies August 25, 2023 China DailyPLA conducts drills near island of Taiwan August 22, 2023 China DailyChinese mainland suspends mango imports from Taiwan August 22, 2023 The Straits TimesTaiwan details China drills, V-P William Lai says election not China’s to call August 21, 2023 The Straits TimesPhilippines sees risk of conflict over Taiwan as a ‘major concern’ August 16, 2023 INDO-PACIFIC AND ASIA The StarMalaysia, China to keep communication channels open over South China Sea issue September 18, 2023 Philippine Daily InquirerTeodoro on presence of US plane in West Philippine Sea: ‘We need the assistance’ September 15, 2023 The StatesmanBiden holds talks with PM Modi on defence, civil nuclear cooperation September 11, 2023 Philippine Daily InquirerJapan, US want to meet with the Philippines on sea dispute, other issues: Envoy September 6, 2023 Philippine Daily InquirerPhilippines, US start ‘bilateral sail’ in West Philippine Sea September 5, 2023 Philippine Daily InquirerPhilippines plans bigger military drills with Australia August 30, 2023 The Jakarta PostChina’s ‘aggressive behaviour’ in South China Sea must be challenged: US Navy August 29, 2023 China DailyUS military aircraft crashes off Australia’s north coast August 28, 2023 Philippine Daily InquirerPhilippines-Aussie forces regain territory from ‘invaders’ in Palawan mock drills August 23, 2023 Philippine Daily InquirerIndo-Pacific defence chiefs ‘shocked’ at China’s West Philippine Sea moves August 22, 2023 The Jakarta PostUS to boost trade with Indo-Pacific, senator says August 14, 2023 Viet Nam NewsVietnam marks first stop for Pacific Partnership 2023 August 11, 2023 The StatesmanIndia, Japan eye closer ties with eye on China, Indo-Pacific August 2, 2023 The Yomiuri ShimbunJapanese foreign minister Hayashi to visit 6 countries in Asia, Africa by early August July 24, 2023 The Jakarta PostFor the UK, the Indo-Pacific is becoming a centre of geopolitical gravity July 18, 2023 The StatesmanAsean is crucial pillar of India’s Act East policy: Indian foreign minister July 17, 2023 ASIAN EDITORS CIRCLE VIEW ALL Philippine Daily InquirerEconomyMarcos needs a new national economic strategy The Jakarta PostGeopoliticsThe Asean Summit and Asean’s future The Jakarta PostEnvironmentWishing that toddlers sing ‘I am a healthy kid’ once again PANDEMIC The Daily StarPandemic prevention: World must learn from past mistakes, PM Hasina tells UN meet September 21, 2023 The Straits TimesModerna, Pfizer say updated Covid-19 shots generate strong response against newer subvariant September 7, 2023 The Kathmandu PostCovid-19 vaccination to resume in Kathmandu September 7, 2023 The Korea HeraldSeoul to pay up to 30 million won each for post-COVID jab deaths September 7, 2023 The Yomiuri ShimbunJapanese government panel discussing action plan for next pandemic September 6, 2023 The Korea HeraldSouth Korea ends free COVID-19 testing August 31, 2023 The Jakarta PostIndonesia to stop paying for Covid-19 treatments, vaccines on Sept 1 August 25, 2023 The Korea HeraldSouth Korea to downgrade Covid-19 to flu level August 24, 2023 The Straits TimesNew Covid-19 vaccine on the way as ‘Eris’ variant on the rise in US August 15, 2023 The Japan NewsPandemic pushed Japan’s social security costs to record high in FY21 August 11, 2023 The Korea HeraldSouth Korea reconsidering Covid-19 downgrade amid resurgence August 3, 2023 The Jakarta PostJakarta plans big 78th Independence Day festivities, first after pandemic August 3, 2023 The StarState polls: Covid-19 SOP for polling day to be announced soon, says Dr Zaliha August 2, 2023 The Korea HeraldSouth Korea sees Covid-19 cases surge for 4 weeks in a row, amid eased restrictions July 31, 2023 Philippine Daily InquirerPhilippines logs first 10 cases of EG.5 Covid-19 subvariant July 27, 2023 The Korea Herald21 million expired Covid-19 vaccine doses discarded: data July 25, 2023 COMBATING INFLATION The Jakarta PostBank Indonesia sticks with inflation forecast despite high rice, oil prices September 22, 2023 The StarWe can taste the difference, say Malaysian rice lovers September 22, 2023 Philippine Daily InquirerPhilippine government eyeing other options besides rice price cap amid rising costs September 22, 2023 The StarVegetable prices in Malaysia set to soar during monsoon season September 21, 2023 The Phnom Penh PostPM Hun Manet calls for 3-month trial of lower electricity tariffs September 20, 2023 The StarImported rice to be sold at subsidised rates in Malaysia: Minister September 20, 2023 Philippine Daily InquirerPresident Marcos says P20/kilo rice possible: ‘There’s always a chance’ September 20, 2023 The StarRice supply issues to be resolved soon: Malaysia agriculture minister September 19, 2023 Philippine Daily InquirerNational Food Authority hikes buying price for unhusked rice to help Philippine farmers earn more September 19, 2023 The Daily StarPotato prices in Bangladesh keep ticking up despite cap September 18, 2023 The Daily StarBangladesh fixes egg, onion, potato prices September 15, 2023 Philippine Daily InquirerPhilippines rice imports held off amid high global prices September 14, 2023 The Daily StarBangladesh’s food security protected amid global crisis: PM Hasina September 14, 2023 The NationThai Finance Ministry expects 100 billion baht boost in tax-revenue target September 14, 2023 The Daily StarGovernment’s timely action keeping Malaysia’s commodity prices stable: Commerce minister September 13, 2023 Philippine Daily InquirerPhilippines to raise fuel prices today September 12, 2023 SPORTS & GAMES China DailySmart venues get the green light September 22, 2023 Philippine Daily InquirerSwimmer Kayla Sanchez tempers hopes amid high expectations at Asian Games September 22, 2023 Philippine Daily InquirerGilas women excited for first crack at Asian Games competition September 21, 2023 The Straits TimesHow Singapore’s finest sprinter found her speed September 20, 2023 The Japan NewsPro wrestlers brawl on Tokaido Shinkansen bullet train September 20, 2023 China DailyAsian Games economy to give consumption a new push September 19, 2023 Philippine Daily InquirerAsiad gold pot at P3 million after Tolentino bonus September 19, 2023 China Daily19th Asian Games Village officially opens in Hangzhou September 18, 2023 The Straits TimesCarlos Sainz wins Singapore Grand Prix for second race victory September 18, 2023 DawnSiraj stars as India rout Sri Lanka for eighth Asia Cup crown September 18, 2023 Philippine Daily InquirerPhilippines men’s volleyball team gets its ‘opportunity’ at Asian Games September 18, 2023 The Daily StarSri Lanka stun Pakistan to earn Asia Cup final match against India September 15, 2023 China DailyAsian Games Village ready for the big event September 15, 2023 DawnRain clouds loom large over Pakistan-Sri Lanka Asia Cup ‘semi-final’ September 14, 2023 China DailyPickleball takes China by storm September 14, 2023 China DailyHangzhou Asian Games: 100m torchbearers carry 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