Asia News Network TODAY'S HIGHLIGHTS Washington fears Beijing will scrap “No first use” nuclear policy North Korea plans to send weapons, munitions to Russia in exchange for food: National Security Council Britain agrees to join trans-Pacific free trade pact Players, fans dismayed after Indonesia loses U-20 hosting rightsMORE HEADLINES TOP NEWS The Jakarta PostTaiwan sees less severe China reaction to president’s US meeting The Korea HeraldSeoul lifts lid on once-classified North Korea human rights reports The Straits TimesRegional groupings will help strengthen Asia in a troubled world: PM Lee Philippine Daily InquirerPhilippines among most TikTok-crazed countries in the world The Jakarta PostU-20 World Cup cancellation is teaching moment for Indonesia: Bali governor China DailyHK chief exec John Lee attends Boao Forum for Asia annual conference The Korea HeraldPresident Yoon doubles down on corruption fight Philippine Daily InquirerPhilippine Navy to get 2 more patrol boats from US The Straits TimesIndia’s opposition parties unite behind Rahul Gandhi The Yomiuri ShimbunJapanese man detained in Beijing confirmed to be Astellas employee DawnIslamabad court issues non-bailable arrest warrants for Imran in judge threat case The Korea HeraldAt South Korea-US summit, extended deterrence upgrade should be top priority The Straits TimesS’pore-HK rivalry ‘hyped up’, makes for better headlines but each city has its strengths: Shanmugam The Korea HeraldKim Jong-un reveals nuclear warhead, calls for more weapons-grade material China DailyFinland’s bid to join NATO clears hurdle The Daily Star33 Bangladeshi news sites at risk of disinforming readers: Study INDO-PACIFIC, AUKUS AND ASIA The Yomiuri ShimbunTPP members seen opening door to Britain March 30, 2023 The StatesmanDeciphering the Indo-Pacific focus March 28, 2023 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 COMBATING INFLATION The Jakarta PostIndonesia’s fertiliser price dropping but supply gap persists March 31, 2023 The Straits TimesMalaysians tighten belts during Ramadan as food prices continue to rise March 31, 2023 China DailyHong Kong home prices post four-month high March 30, 2023 China DailyHong Kong’s MTR may increase fares by 2.3% under new formula March 29, 2023 DawnPakistan’s inflation-hit consumers welcome ‘cheap’ Iranian food products March 29, 2023 The Korea HeraldKorea mulls measures to spur spending amid inflation woes March 28, 2023 The Jakarta PostTwo million tonne rice import plan puts Indon govt on tightrope March 28, 2023 The StarLong lines for RM3 per plate chicken rice in Malaysia March 28, 2023 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 GLOBAL WARMING The Phnom Penh PostClimate change worse threat than Ukraine war: Hun Sen The Straits TimesAntarctic ice melt could disrupt the world’s oceans: Study Philippine Daily Inquirer2nd highest heat index in March recorded in Catarman, Northern Samar The NationGreenpeace urges Thai government to declare emergency over toxic air The Straits TimesUN adopts landmark resolution on climate justice Philippine Daily InquirerExtreme heat in the Philippines: Health risks, economic impact The Straits TimesIndonesia’s apple-growing heartland feels the heat of global warming The NationUnicef report finds children in Thailand at ‘high risk’ from climate change The NationChoked by yellow smog, Chiang Rai locals demand Asean action on Myanmar fires China DailyFlood season arrives early in S.China The Japan NewsHay Fever Products Flying Off Shelves in Japan as weather turns warm earlier than before The Daily StarThe woeful state of three Bangladesh rivers 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 DAILY DIGEST VIEW ALL Girl, 7, throws boy down a well in China in video that shocks millionsMarch 31, 2023Although the boy clings on for dear life, the girl prises his fingers off the edge of the well, causing him to plunge into the well, which is around 5m deep. 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THE ASIAN VIEW VIEW ALL The Daily StarEconomyTracing the origins of Bangladesh’s economic woes The Jakarta PostEditorialSports and politics don’t mix Philippine Daily InquirerAgricultureDwindling Filipino farmers CROSS-STRAIT TENSIONS The Jakarta PostTaiwan sees less severe China reaction to president’s US meeting China DailyTaiwan leader Tsai’s ‘transit’ through US strongly opposed by China China DailyMa Ying-jeou mourns victims of Nanjing Massacre China DailyFormer Taiwan leader Ma says he’s waited 36 years to visit mainland The Straits TimesFormer Taiwan president Ma Ying-jeou arrives in China pledging peace The Straits TimesFoxconn founder Terry Gou, possible Taiwan presidential candidate, to visit US Philippine Daily InquirerTaiwan told to ‘pack up and leave’ Honduras after ties severed China DailyChina, Honduras establish diplomatic relations The Straits TimesHonduras demanded $3.3b in Taiwan aid before China announcement: Source The Straits TimesTaiwan President Tsai Ing-wen to visit US, but no word on meeting with House Speaker The Straits TimesFormer Taiwan president open to meeting leaders on landmark China trip China DailyChinese mainland welcomes former Taiwan leader’s visit The Straits TimesFormer Taiwan president Ma Ying-jeou to visit China in landmark trip The Straits TimesTSMC founder says he supports US move to slow China’s chip development China DailyXi stresses advancing ‘one country, two systems,’ national reunification The Straits TimesTaiwan unveils portable attack drone as tensions with China rise PANDEMIC China DailyManagement of Covid-19 insurance reimbursement to be downgraded The Straits TimesWHO’s new recs still in line with S’pore’s approach to Covid-19 vaccination China DailyHong Kong medical centre probed after 14 got expired Covid jabs The Kathmandu PostCovid-19 cases rise again in Nepal, new virus variant suspected The Straits TimesWHO revises Covid-19 vaccine recommendations for new phase of pandemic The Korea HeraldSeoul plans shortening Covid-19 isolation to 5 days The Japan NewsJapan’s job-hunting students reluctant to remove masks Philippine Daily InquirerPhilippines: Covid-19 cases still going up but hospital admissions low The Straits TimesSingapore hospitals resume elective surgery deferred due to Covid-19 The StatesmanWhite House to disband Covid response team in May The Japan NewsStores cash in on Sakura viewing season without Covid restrictions The Phnom Penh PostNo new Covid cases in Cambodia The Straits TimesFree of Covid-19 restrictions, Bali marks Nyepi New Year with colour and crowds The Japan News42% of Japan’s population has Covid antibodies, survey finds The Korea HeraldSK’s new Covid-19 cases at 9-month low; govt lifts mask mandate on public transport Philippine Daily InquirerWHO, advisors urge China to release all Covid-related data after new research ASEAN MATTERS The Jakarta PostMore than 180 Rohingya Muslims arrive by boat in Aceh The Straits TimesAsean-China economic cooperation can progress when political issues are worked on China DailyHK, Yunnan to boost links between mainland and ASEAN The Straits TimesUS keen to sync with Asean on worsening crisis in Myanmar The Phnom Penh PostSiem Reap-Yunnan ties set to grow China DailyChina, Asean countries ‘agree on marine cooperation projects’ The Jakarta PostAsean ‘unprepared’ for open conflict in Indo-Pacific: Experts China DailyCambodia: China is biggest economic, trade partner in Asia The Phnom Penh Post“PM Hun Sen calls for closer S’pore defence ties “ The Straits TimesSouthern Thailand peace talks inch forward with renewed Malaysian effort The Phnom Penh PostCambodia, China to resume ‘Golden Dragon’ military exercises in March The StarChina values South China Sea code and Asean’s role, Beijing tells Singapore The Jakarta PostTimor Leste’s entry into ASEAN could help freedoms: Analysts The Phnom Penh PostCambodia, China mull ‘Industrial and Technological Corridor’ in Preah Sihanouk The Phnom Penh PostCambodia’s foreign minister heads to Jakarta for ASEAN meets China DailyRCEP boosts trade growth amid gloomy global outlook ASIAN EDITORS CIRCLE VIEW ALL The Jakarta PostCultureIftar feasts show Ramadan is losing its spiritual values The Straits TimesOPINIONThe coming creative destruction from AI The Straits TimesOPINIONModi’s BJP hands opposition a useful sword SPORTS & GAMES The Jakarta PostU-20 World Cup cancellation is teaching moment for Indonesia: Bali governor The Jakarta PostPlayers, fans dismayed after Indonesia loses U-20 hosting rights The Japan NewsJapan sports bodies decide on guidelines to battle corruption Viet Nam NewsRecord number of runners to take part in Tay Ho Half Marathon 2023 The Jakarta PostClash over Israel costs Indonesia’s right to host FIFA U-20 World Cup China DailyMarathon events gather pace in China after three-year hiatus Philippine Daily InquirerMarcos creates Fiba World Cup hosting task force The Yomiuri ShimbunJapan’s first-ever Olympic boxing champ Murata ends pro career The Phnom Penh PostSEA Games torch passes through Philippines’ leg of relay journey The Jakarta PostSurakarta ready to host U-20 World Cup draw: Gibran Viet Nam NewsThe Local Game: When celebrating goes wrong China DailyAnthem blunder: Hong Kong chief exec vows to address violations of guidelines The Jakarta PostIndonesia’s soccer association rejects proposal for Israel U-20 team to play in Singapore 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 ASIA ON SCREEN VIEW ALL In her 8th month of pregnancy, Paetongtarn Shinawatra promises 600-baht minimum wageIn her 8th month of pregnancy, Paetongtarn Shinawatra promises 600-baht minimum wageQuestioning ‘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?Bangkok landmarks go dark to mark Earth HourBangkok landmarks go dark to mark Earth HourArtisan preserves traditional craft of embroideryArtisan preserves traditional craft of embroidery In her 8th month of pregnancy, Paetongtarn Shinawatra promises 600-baht minimum wageQuestioning ‘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?Bangkok landmarks go dark to mark Earth HourArtisan preserves traditional craft of embroidery SPOTLIGHT ON ASIA The Jakarta PostOnline evil: Indonesia’s cyberbullying problem China DailyChina’s ceramic surgeon fixes it The Korea HeraldAs crackdowns resume in S. Korea on illegals, immigration officers fear for safety The Japan NewsNewborn abandonment case in Japan highlights fears among foreign trainees The StatesmanIndia’s poor, vulnerable battling hunger exposed to unhealthy ultra-processed food The Nation7 in 10 out-of-school or unemployed Thai youths lack motivation to develop skills China Daily24 Solar Terms: Things you may not know about the Spring Equinox The Korea HeraldChatGPT sparks trend in publication and sales of related books DawnPredators in Pakistan’s workplace China DailyUnder pressure, Chinese chipmakers pull socks up The Nation‘Unfolding Bangkok’ illuminates city’s hidden beauty The Daily StarPolitical void in Punjab: Can a radical leader again ignite separatism? The NationMore than half of Gen Z in Asia are suffering from poor mental health The Korea HeraldKorean adoptees discover lost identities through language The StatesmanChatGPT vs Google: How do they compare? 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