Asia News Network TODAY'S HIGHLIGHTS Marcos firm on new Edca sites amid China warning Russia Flies Nuclear-Capable Bombers over Sea of Japan China firm wins Solomon Islands port project as Australia watches on ‘I could have lost my life’: Tourist’s bungee cord snaps in midair in ThailandMORE HEADLINES TOP NEWS The Straits TimesKishida’s surprise Kyiv visit bolsters Japan’s image as defender of peaceful rules-based order The Japan NewsSecrecy surrounded PM Kishida’s trip to Kyiv The NationThai election: Thanathorn’s indirect shot at Pheu Thai ‘puzzles’ Thaksin The NationThai election: Abhisit says no to Democrat election offer over fear of splitting party The Jakarta PostOpposition mounts in Indonesia as House passes jobs creation law Philippine Daily InquirerAmerican experts arrive in Mindoro to help in Philippines oil spill response The StarDon’t defy ban on politics in mosques, warns Johor Sultan The Korea HeraldSouth Korea readies to normalize military intelligence sharing pact China DailyXi-Putin call for Ukraine peace talks The Japan NewsJapan to Invite Global South, South Korea to G7 Summit The Straits TimesCredit Suisse staff from Singapore to London flood headhunters with calls Philippine Daily InquirerTop PH, US officials set to review maritime cooperation in Washington Philippine Daily InquirerChinese vice foreign minister to visit Manila for talks The Straits TimesMalaysia turns to smart farming to boost food security The Straits TimesIndian, Japan PMs agree on respecting rule of law The StatesmanSaudi Arabia’s King invites Iran President to visit Riyadh INDO-PACIFIC, AUKUS AND ASIA 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 The Jakarta PostIndonesia, Malaysia concerned over AUKUS nuclear submarines plan October 19, 2021 COMBATING INFLATION 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 The Jakarta PostState intervention backfires as rice prices hit multiyear high March 13, 2023 China DailyHong Kong residents to get HK$3,000 e-vouchers on April 16 March 13, 2023 GLOBAL WARMING 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 The NationAir pollution has made over 1.3 million Thais sick this year The Phnom Penh PostAngkor Archaeological Park chosen for climate change project on preserving historic legacies Viet Nam NewsExperts warned for the high UV index in Southern Vietnam The NationWinds to blow away Bangkok’s PM2.5 dust cloud on Saturday: Forecast The Daily StarGlobal loss and damage initiative launched in Dhaka The Nation‘Laos is disappearing’: Border residents on front line of Thailand’s haze crisis DAILY DIGEST VIEW ALL New Thai carrier Really Cool Airlines to announce routes by June and launch by year endMarch 23, 2023The carrier will focus on international flights and help Thailand's aviation industry recover. ‘Thai Hot Guy’ event in KL cancelled after police warning ‘Winnie the Pooh’ horror film cancelled in Hong Kong Seoul city to build new marina, floating swimming pools Three Thai police charged with kidnapping Chinese man in botched scamSPECIAL REPORTSVIEW ALL MORE HEADLINES HK courts Michelle Yeoh to help promote city ... 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THE ASIAN VIEW VIEW ALL The Jakarta PostEditorialJokowi-Lee’s achievements: Jakarta Post editorial The Daily StarOPINIONLessons from Pakistan’s economic crisis Philippine Daily InquirerOPINIONAccelerate action on global water crisis CROSS-STRAIT TENSIONS 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 The Straits TimesTaiwan says submarine programme going to plan despite difficulties The Japan NewsTaiwan fears isolation if undersea cables to main island cut The Straits TimesOf omissions, accidental or otherwise: Parsing the Premier’s references to China’s Taiwan policy The Straits TimesChinese delegation gets ‘warm reception’ in rare visit to Taipei China DailyKMT leader’s visit helps improve Taiwan residents’ livelihood The Yomiuri ShimbunJapan’s westernmost island Yonaguni and Taiwan dream of renewed bonds China DailyCooperation key to bringing benefits across Straits The Japan NewsUS approves potential sale of anti-tank systems to Taiwan for $180 million PANDEMIC 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 China DailyHainan resumes visa-free travel policy China DailyHK tourist arrivals exceed 1m for first time since 2020 The Korea HeraldKorea to lift mask mandate for public transport from March 20 The Japan NewsTo mask or not to mask: That is the question for Japan China DailyChina to resume issuing all types of foreign visas China DailyChina’s students, teachers no longer have to wear masks at schools The Japan NewsOver 40% in Japan had Covid-19 antibodies during 8th wave The Japan NewsJapan sees facial care products sales boost as mask rules relax The Yomiuri ShimbunJapan’s easing of mask-wearing guidelines seen as major step toward normalcy The Yomiuri ShimbunPM Fumio Kishida enters prime minister’s office without mask ASEAN MATTERS 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 The Jakarta PostQuiet ingenuity needed to move needle on COC talks: Experts The NationCambodia to push for establishment of RCEP Secretariat in Siem Reap ASIAN EDITORS CIRCLE VIEW ALL The StarOPINIONIs Indonesia’s best good enough to handle the Myanmar crisis? DawnOPINIONThe clock is ticking for Pakistan as it handles Imran Khan’s case The StarOPINIONWhen Malaysia moves to the same beat SPORTS & GAMES 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 The Phnom Penh PostCambodia Football Federation president lays out plans beyond SEA Games China DailySports minister vows to further build on Beijing 2022’s legacy China DailySwimmer Zhang Yufei aims to make even bigger splash at Paris Games The StatesmanIndia is the capital of women’s boxing: IBA President Kremlev ASIA ON SCREEN VIEW ALL A Vietnamese director's Oscar dreamA Vietnamese director's Oscar dreamQuestioning ‘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 calfMasking 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 ReefMaking patterned knivesMaking patterned knives A Vietnamese director's Oscar dreamQuestioning ‘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 calfMasking up still in ThailandIs ChatGPT transforming the education landscape?Artisan preserves traditional craft of embroideryUntouched beauty of Nam O ReefMaking patterned knives SPOTLIGHT ON ASIA 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? DawnIn pictures: International Women’s Day observed across world The Japan NewsJapan’s long-term follow-up project to study effects of early childhood education The Straits TimesIndonesia to tighten customs checks after report on illegal import of used shoes The NationThai transgender pioneer weds dashing beau in traditional ceremony The Kathmandu PostCalls grow for gender equality in foreign jobs Viet Nam NewsThe vanishing catch: How women are suffering in the Mekong Delta GO DEEPER WITH ANN Coming Soon ANN Newsletter Sign up here Follow us: