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China Daily

China strongly opposes US sanctions on Chinese entities

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Philippines vows no backing down as China warns against provocation

The Straits Times

Vietnam protests against China’s vessel ID stations in Paracel Islands

The Straits Times

Resumption of trilateral summit first step towards mending South Korea and China ties

China Daily

US factor emerges in India’s row with Canada

The Jakarta Post

‘Regulate them’: Hard-up Jakarta traders urge TikTok sales ban

The Jakarta Post

Southeast Asian nations face power connectivity challenges

Philippine Daily Inquirer

China’s divide, rule tactic seeks gaps in Philippine unity to conquer West Philippine Sea: Experts

The Straits Times

Malaysia boosts China palm oil exports as EU calls for ban of products from deforested land

The Straits Times

Thai police raid top cop’s home in massive ‘Betflix’ gambling probe

The Korea Herald

Political strife may delay Korea’s launch of new space agency

China Daily

China’s new e-CNY feature to benefit foreigners

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Senators assail China’s floating barriers in West Philippine Sea

The Jakarta Post

New EU sustainability rules will impact ASEAN industries

The Korea Herald

Russian top diplomat to visit North Korea, accuses US of fuelling tensions on Korean Peninsula

The Straits Times

Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh say living conditions worse than in Myanmar: Report

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ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE

The Korea Herald

SK Telecom to triple investment in AI

China Daily

Hi, Robot: Machines ubiquitous at Asian Games

Dawn

OpenAI’s ChatGPT will ‘see, hear and speak’ in major update

The Straits Times

AI sportscasters claim place in Philippine sports, but critics say they lack ‘soul’

The Korea Herald

SKT, OpenAI hold AI competition for social good

The Straits Times

Smooth ride so far for ‘robocabs’ in China, but mainstream use still years away, say experts

Philippine Daily Inquirer

AI both a risk and opportunity for journalism: Study

The Straits Times

Huawei wants its AI chips to provide ‘second option for the world’

The Straits Times

Singapore shares early adopter tips to help other nations embrace AI

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Feeling disposable in the age of AI? That’s probably ‘FOBO’

China Daily

Huawei, Seres launch latest smart SUV with autonomous driving tech

The Korea Herald

Samsung SDS unveils generative AI model for corporate clients

The Korea Herald

‘AI success hinges on local nuances, not just silicon’

The Korea Herald

KT’s AI tech to accelerate digital logistics innovation of SingPost

China Daily

Tencent unveils large language model

Philippine Daily Inquirer

OpenAI explains how to teach with AI

THAILAND

The Nation

PM Srettha appoints 3-man panel to investigate raid on houses of high-level police officers

The Nation

Fight for true democracy is not over, promises Move Forward leader Chaithawat

The Nation

PM Srettha orders formation of committee to probe house search of deputy National Police chief

The Nation

Move Forward MPs ask how 200,000+ litres of high-speed fuel disappeared from Army unit in Saraburi

The Nation

More power to the family — how Shinawatra loyalists are back in corridors of power after 9 years

The Nation

Former Future Forward party spokesperson Pannika banned from politics after being accused of insulting royal

The Star

Thai king’s estranged son urges open discussion of anti-defamation law

The Nation

Thaksin has role to play in government after prison term, says Thai PM Srettha

The Nation

Paetongtarn ready to be new Pheu Thai leader, wants Thaksin treated at home

The Nation

Thai PM Srettha sets agenda for his attendance at the UNGA

The Straits Times

Blocked Thai PM challenger Pita resigns as Move Forward Party leader

The Nation

Consumer confidence recovers after new Thai government formed: Survey

The Nation

Interior Ministry working to get rid of abusive local powers: Interior minister

The Nation

Srettha vows to increase minimum daily wage to 400 baht as soon as possible

The Nation

Srettha highlights urgent economic measures in his govt’s policy statement

The Nation

Move Forward leads the attack as Srettha reveals government’s key policies

CLIMATE WATCH

The Jakarta Post

Coal power plants under no pressure to use new carbon exchange

The Jakarta Post

Prolonged dry season leads to more wildfires in national parks

The Star

Hydrogen is the way forward

Viet Nam News

Vietnam to host green growth, global goals partnership summit in 2025

The Straits Times

Malaysia boosts China palm oil exports as EU calls for ban of products from deforested land

The Straits Times

Western nations not ready to finance Indonesian coal plant retirements

The Daily Star

Barind Farmers: At mercy of ‘water lords’

The Jakarta Post

Retno warns UN General Assembly of potential uncertainties, conflicts from rising sea levels

The Jakarta Post

Indonesia’s rainforest seen at risk from 2024 election handouts

Asia News Network

Cooperating on Global Goals requires competition

The Jakarta Post

What climate change? Study finds political parties lack focus on climate issues

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Volcanic smog detected over Taal Volcano, health advisory up

The Jakarta Post

Dry season sparks fires engulfing Central, West Java landfills

Dawn

In Gilgit-Baltistan, climate change is changing how people dream

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Fishing ban, other restrictions eyed to counter overfishing

The Straits Times

Climate takes centre stage at UN as global temperatures hit record

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DAILY DIGEST

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ASEAN MATTERS

Viet Nam News

ASEAN information and media gears up for digital era

The Phnom Penh Post

China, ASEAN increase science, technology and innovation co-op

The Phnom Penh Post

ASEAN sec-gen calls for Chinese digital finance, aviation co-op

The Phnom Penh Post

In search of a sustainable ASEAN solution to the ongoing crisis in Myanmar

The Jakarta Post

Several ASEAN air force chiefs skip Myanmar meeting

China Daily

ASEAN-China bonds set to strengthen

The Jakarta Post

President Jokowi says Indonesia’s task not over after 2023 ASEAN chairmanship

China Daily

ASEAN, China seen as epicenter of global growth

The Jakarta Post

Indonesia closes ASEAN Summit with mixed record

The Straits Times

With eye on China, US and Vietnam fast-track relations

The Statesman

ASEAN central pillar of India’s Act East policy: PM Modi

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Militias don’t ease tension, Marcos says at Asean meet

The Phnom Penh Post

ASEAN leaders commit to regional peace, amid escalating tensions

The Jakarta Post

China warns against ‘new Cold War’ at ASEAN summit

The Jakarta Post

ASEAN releases climate statement, activists disappointed

The Phnom Penh Post

Cambodia PM calls for ASEAN response to rising geopolitical rivalries

CROSS-STRAIT TENSIONS

The Straits Times

Japan PM Kishida leans closer to Taiwan with hawkish Cabinet picks

The Straits Times

Taiwan’s former top cop wants China talks if voted president

The Yomiuri Shimbun

Japan, US commanders stress readiness for Taiwan

China Daily

Cross-Strait marriages see sharp increase amid deepening integration: Report

The Yomiuri Shimbun

US plans to expand scale of training of Taiwan military

The Straits Times

Taiwan has detected at least 68 Chinese warplanes, 10 vessels near its borders

The Straits Times

China woos Taiwanese to live in Fujian, but not all are convinced amid military threats

China Daily

Military collusion with US worsens situation for Taiwan: Spokesman

China Daily

China to make Fujian a demonstration zone for integrated development across Taiwan Strait

China Daily

China monitored two warships as they passed through Taiwan Strait on Saturday

China Daily

China rejects Japan’s protest over Diaoyu Islands

The Straits Times

Foxconn founder Terry Gou cuts final ties with company for presidential run

China Daily

DPP actions ‘biggest obstacle’ to cooperation, says Taiwan affairs official

Philippine Daily Inquirer

US in talks to develop Philippine port facing Taiwan

Philippine Daily Inquirer

US approves new $500 million arms sale to Taiwan as tension from China intensifies

China Daily

PLA conducts drills near island of Taiwan

INDO-PACIFIC AND ASIA

The Straits Times

Singapore, Indian navies taking part in joint battle exercises in South China Sea

The Star

Malaysia, China to keep communication channels open over South China Sea issue

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Teodoro on presence of US plane in West Philippine Sea: ‘We need the assistance’

The Statesman

Biden holds talks with PM Modi on defence, civil nuclear cooperation

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Japan, US want to meet with the Philippines on sea dispute, other issues: Envoy

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Philippines, US start ‘bilateral sail’ in West Philippine Sea

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Philippines plans bigger military drills with Australia

The Jakarta Post

China’s ‘aggressive behaviour’ in South China Sea must be challenged: US Navy

China Daily

US military aircraft crashes off Australia’s north coast

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Philippines-Aussie forces regain territory from ‘invaders’ in Palawan mock drills

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Indo-Pacific defence chiefs ‘shocked’ at China’s West Philippine Sea moves

The Jakarta Post

US to boost trade with Indo-Pacific, senator says

Viet Nam News

Vietnam marks first stop for Pacific Partnership 2023

The Statesman

India, Japan eye closer ties with eye on China, Indo-Pacific

The Yomiuri Shimbun

Japanese foreign minister Hayashi to visit 6 countries in Asia, Africa by early August

The Jakarta Post

For the UK, the Indo-Pacific is becoming a centre of geopolitical gravity

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PANDEMIC

The Daily Star

Pandemic prevention: World must learn from past mistakes, PM Hasina tells UN meet

The Straits Times

Moderna, Pfizer say updated Covid-19 shots generate strong response against newer subvariant

The Kathmandu Post

Covid-19 vaccination to resume in Kathmandu

The Korea Herald

Seoul to pay up to 30 million won each for post-COVID jab deaths

The Yomiuri Shimbun

Japanese government panel discussing action plan for next pandemic

The Korea Herald

South Korea ends free COVID-19 testing

The Jakarta Post

Indonesia to stop paying for Covid-19 treatments, vaccines on Sept 1

The Korea Herald

South Korea to downgrade Covid-19 to flu level

The Straits Times

New Covid-19 vaccine on the way as ‘Eris’ variant on the rise in US

The Japan News

Pandemic pushed Japan’s social security costs to record high in FY21

The Korea Herald

South Korea reconsidering Covid-19 downgrade amid resurgence

The Jakarta Post

Jakarta plans big 78th Independence Day festivities, first after pandemic

The Star

State polls: Covid-19 SOP for polling day to be announced soon, says Dr Zaliha

The Korea Herald

South Korea sees Covid-19 cases surge for 4 weeks in a row, amid eased restrictions

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Philippines logs first 10 cases of EG.5 Covid-19 subvariant

The Korea Herald

21 million expired Covid-19 vaccine doses discarded: data

COMBATING INFLATION

The Jakarta Post

Indonesia to keep an eye on oil prices, projected to surge to $100 by year-end

The Star

Subsidies for imported white rice is Malaysian govt’s ‘last resort’ to overcome shortage: MP

Philippine Daily Inquirer

President Marcos rejects proposal to reduce rice tariffs

The Kathmandu Post

Big festivals near but food depots in Darchula are empty

The Korea Herald

Golden apples: Why fruit prices are a national issue in early autumn

The Daily Star

Price capping a windfall for syndicates?

The Jakarta Post

Bank Indonesia sticks with inflation forecast despite high rice, oil prices

The Star

We can taste the difference, say Malaysian rice lovers

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Philippine government eyeing other options besides rice price cap amid rising costs

The Star

Vegetable prices in Malaysia set to soar during monsoon season

The Phnom Penh Post

PM Hun Manet calls for 3-month trial of lower electricity tariffs

The Star

Imported rice to be sold at subsidised rates in Malaysia: Minister

Philippine Daily Inquirer

President Marcos says P20/kilo rice possible: ‘There’s always a chance’

The Star

Rice supply issues to be resolved soon: Malaysia agriculture minister

Philippine Daily Inquirer

National Food Authority hikes buying price for unhusked rice to help Philippine farmers earn more

The Daily Star

Potato prices in Bangladesh keep ticking up despite cap

SPORTS & GAMES

The Straits Times

‘Give yourself an outlet’: MMA fighter Angela Lee on mental health initiative

China Daily

Asian Games and 8-day holiday surging China’s consumer and tourism markets

The Straits Times

AI sportscasters claim place in Philippine sports, but critics say they lack ‘soul’

Dawn

India rise to 5th in Asian Games medal tally with historic women’s cricket gold

The Straits Times

Wushu exponent Kimberly Ong wins Singapore’s first medal at the Hangzhou Asian Games

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Fake fireworks fizzle, fuddle at Asian Games

The Jakarta Post

Indonesia aims for top 10 at Asian Games

China Daily

It’s ‘just like at home’ for Hong Kong, Macao athletes at Asiad

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Asian Games: 9-year-old Mazel Alegado makes skateboarding final

The Korea Herald

Esports legend Faker seeks to lead Korean surge at Asian Games

Dawn

Husband-wife duo become first Pakistani couple to summit world’s 8th highest peak Manaslu

China Daily

Technology and tradition combine for Hangzhou’s opening extravaganza

China Daily

Smart venues get the green light

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Swimmer Kayla Sanchez tempers hopes amid high expectations at Asian Games

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Gilas women excited for first crack at Asian Games competition

The Straits Times

How Singapore’s finest sprinter found her speed

ASIA ON SCREEN

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Finding Nemo
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Colourful jellyfish as pets
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Teaching English in South Korea
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Sweet organic delight
Ask The Next President Anything: Candidates’ answers to questions from young Singaporeans
Ask The Next President Anything: Candidates’ answers to questions from young Singaporeans
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SPOTLIGHT ON ASIA

The Korea Herald

Is South Korea dangerous for women?

Dawn

Shaping justice — tracing the evolution of rape laws in Pakistan

The Straits Times

Criminal groups from China spreading out to South-east Asia, including S’pore: Experts

The Korea Herald

No more hurdles for Korea’s nuclear reactor exports?

China Daily

Chinese Archaeological Museum opens to public

The Daily Star

Why are professionals leaving Bangladesh?

The Kathmandu Post

What’s behind India’s name change

The Korea Herald

Retro with futuristic vibe: ‘Y2K’ culture strikes back

The Korea Herald

‘Korea’s 5G leadership to continue with 6G’

The Star

Self-made tech millionaire’s unique story

The Star

Unlocking golden opportunities with foreign jewellers

The Korea Herald

Inside barracks: Military life still a scarring experience for many

Dawn

Making sense of ‘sky-high’ power bills

Dawn

Should state institutions be subject to public criticism?

The Korea Herald

Why statues have become a centre of ideological dispute

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Tensions with US help spawn card game craze in China

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