Asia News Network TODAY'S HIGHLIGHTS IMF chief Kristalina Georgieva warns risk to financial stability have increased Thai opposition Move Forward sticks to election campaign bid to amend law on insulting monarchy Montenegro charges crypto fugitive Do Kwon with forgery Nepal probes mid-air near collision between two planesMORE HEADLINES TOP NEWS China DailyChina, Honduras establish diplomatic relations The Japan NewsKishida Vows to Strengthen Defense Power over 5 Years The Straits TimesIndia continues hunt for separatist preacher Amritpal Singh amid fears of unrest China DailyHK unveils policy for developing family office businesses Philippine Daily Inquirer3 Chinese, 1 Vietnamese held for allegedly kidnapping, killing Chinese-Filipino businessman The Straits TimesStrong Labor win in Australia’s most populous state delivers boost to PM Albanese The NationPaetongtarn backs Thaksin’s pledge to return home and serve prison time The Jakarta PostIftar ban for public servants in Indonesia sparks backlash China DailyChina opposes US’ pressure to sell TikTok stakes DawnElon Musk, WHO chief spar on Twitter over UN agency’s role The StatesmanTruth is my God: Rahul quotes Mahatma after his conviction China DailyHurun Global Rich List sees drastic changes The Straits TimesCo-founder of Singapore-based crypto firm behind Terra/Luna collapse arrested in Montenegro The Japan NewsBuilding block of life found in Ryugu asteroid sample The Korea HeraldHydrogen tram, floating islands touted in S. Korea’s Busan Expo bid The Straits TimesAustralia’s nuclear-powered submarine plan sparks concern about storage of radioactive waste INDO-PACIFIC, AUKUS AND ASIA The Jakarta PostPNG minister’s visit a sign of Pacific’s growing importance March 24, 2023 The Japan NewsJapan and Cook Islands Agree to Strengthen Cooperation in Meeting March 23, 2023 The Jakarta PostNuclearising the Indo-Pacific March 21, 2023 The Japan NewsKishida to Expand ODA in Move Toward Free and Open Indo-Pacific March 20, 2023 Philippine Daily InquirerAustralia gives Philippine military chief heads up on nuclear submarine deal March 16, 2023 China DailyAUKUS nuclear submarine ‘cooperation’ reckless acceleration on a dangerous road: China Daily editorial March 16, 2023 The Jakarta PostRussia says West readying for ‘years of confrontation’ in Asia March 15, 2023 The Jakarta PostAustralia, US, Britain leaders to meet, submarine deal expected March 10, 2023 DawnCanada launches new Indo-Pacific strategy, focus on ‘disruptive’ China November 28, 2022 The Straits TimesBritish warship deployed to Indo-Pacific region docks in Singapore April 7, 2022 The Jakarta PostWar In Ukraine will not fray Indo-Pacific strategy April 7, 2022 The Jakarta PostUkraine: Out of a tiger’s mouth into a crocodile’s mouth February 22, 2022 The Korea HeraldN. Korea slams AUKUS as US ‘tool for war’ threatening world security November 30, 2021 The Jakarta PostIndonesia’s strategic defence concept in Indo-Pacific region November 9, 2021 The StarPM expresses Malaysia’s concern over Aukus at the East Asia summit October 28, 2021 China DailyAUKUS spurs arms race, puts to test Aussie pledge of nuclear non-proliferation October 25, 2021 COMBATING INFLATION The StarTargeted subsidy, price of goods in focus during M’sian Parliament sitting March 27, 2023 The Daily StarLet there be restraint in Ramadan market: Daily Star editorial March 24, 2023 Philippine Daily InquirerWall St ends sharply lower as Powell warns inflation fight continues March 23, 2023 The Japan NewsJapan to give 30,000-Yen aid to low-income households March 23, 2023 Viet Nam NewsTaxi fares from HCM City airport to increase on new fee March 22, 2023 The Japan NewsJapanese Govt to Spend over ¥2 Tril. on Measures to Hold Down Prices March 21, 2023 The StarRaya worries over egg, chicken, veg prices in M’sia March 21, 2023 Philippine Daily InquirerFuel prices slashed by up to P2 per liter March 21, 2023 The StarHot US inflation data causes concern March 20, 2023 DawnAfter hiking petrol prices, Pak govt announces relief package March 20, 2023 The Daily StarChicken price unthinkable in Bangladesh March 17, 2023 DawnPakistan raises petrol, diesel prices March 16, 2023 China DailyBus operators in HK seek fare increases March 16, 2023 The Japan NewsJapan’s big firms offer largest pay rises in decades March 16, 2023 The Daily StarSugar prices keep rising despite record cut in import duties March 15, 2023 The Korea Herald38 million won for 2 weeks: Post-partum care prices in Korea surge March 14, 2023 GLOBAL WARMING The NationTemperatures surpass 40 degrees Celsius, high winds and hail are next in Thailand’s north-east The Korea HeraldKorea, Indonesia join forces to build EV ecosystem The Straits Times11 million families in Philippines facing water crisis China DailyExtremely hot: HKO to introduce new warning as climate warms The StatesmanIndia’s PM to gift solar energy project to his parliamentary constituency tomorrow The Jakarta PostNew research shows true danger of waste burning in the greater Jakarta area The Jakarta PostWhy we need healthy forests for healthy people: FAO Director The Jakarta PostTrash trawler launched to clear waters off Bali The StatesmanBottled water industry can undermine progress towards safe water for all: United Nations The Japan NewsPlastic Entering Oceans Could Nearly Triple by 2040 The Straits TimesSleepless in Singapore? Even nights are getting hotter, according to temperature data DawnLahore most polluted city, Chad worst among countries in 2022: Survey The Phnom Penh PostCambodia implements national cooling action plan Philippine Daily InquirerWorry about severe weather events highest in Philippines Philippine Daily InquirerMindoro oil spill victims reach 19,000 The Jakarta PostAuthorities advise caution over possibility of more Merapi eruptions DAILY DIGEST VIEW ALL Healthy diet cost in Brunei and Indonesia highest in AseanMarch 27, 2023Indonesia has the highest cost (USD4.47) followed by Brunei, Thailand (USD4.32), Myanmar (USD4.19), Laos (USD4.14), the Philippines (USD4.11) and Vietnam (USD4.07), according to the FAO report. 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The Kathmandu PostOPINIONA crowded, cacophonous cockpit The Daily StarOPINIONNot road accidents, but ‘murder’ by neglect SPORTS & GAMES The StarIndonesia’s hosting duty for 2023 U-20 World Cup is called into question ater FIFA cancels draw The StatesmanShooting games: China on top of medal tally as India pick up two more medals The StarZii Jia continues All-England form by marching into Swiss Open last eight The Jakarta PostGanjar calls for ban on Israel soccer team for upcoming FIFA U-20 Cup The Jakarta PostImmigration office mull ‘sports visa’ plan amid Indonesia’s sporting ambitions The Phnom Penh PostSEA Games regional relay kicks off as King lights torch The Daily StarYouTube channels to help you on your chess journey The Straits TimesMeet Diksha, the deaf Indian golfer who won on the Ladies European Tour The NationThailand lays down global standard with 9-level Muay Thai The Kathmandu PostNepal gears up preparations to host ACC Premier Cup The Japan NewsTaiwan cheerleaders steal spotlight at World Baseball Games Philippine Daily InquirerPhilippines to send 905 athletes to Cambodia for Sea games The NationAsian blind football competition kicks off in Thailand The StarSmashing start for Zii Jia in All-England China DailyFIFA approves 2026 World Cup format with record 104 matches China DailyHong Kong international dragon boat races to resume in June ASIA ON SCREEN VIEW ALL Bangkok landmarks go dark to mark Earth HourBangkok landmarks go dark to mark Earth HourQuestioning ‘unmanned’ at unmanned stations in JapanQuestioning ‘unmanned’ at unmanned stations in JapanNinh Binh among world's top 10 most welcoming regionsNinh Binh among world's top 10 most welcoming regionsIs learning Korean trending in Vietnam?Is learning Korean trending in Vietnam?Thailand goes gaga over rescued elephant calfThailand goes gaga over rescued elephant calfA Vietnamese director's Oscar dreamA Vietnamese director's Oscar dreamMasking up still in ThailandMasking up still in ThailandIs ChatGPT transforming the education landscape?Is ChatGPT transforming the education landscape?Artisan preserves traditional craft of embroideryArtisan preserves traditional craft of embroideryUntouched beauty of Nam O ReefUntouched beauty of Nam O Reef Bangkok landmarks go dark to mark Earth HourQuestioning ‘unmanned’ at unmanned stations in JapanNinh Binh among world's top 10 most welcoming regionsIs learning Korean trending in Vietnam?Thailand goes gaga over rescued elephant calfA Vietnamese director's Oscar dreamMasking up still in ThailandIs ChatGPT transforming the education landscape?Artisan preserves traditional craft of embroideryUntouched beauty of Nam O Reef SPOTLIGHT ON ASIA China DailyChina’s ceramic surgeon fixes it The Korea HeraldAs crackdowns resume in S. 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