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CHINA-TAIWAN TENSIONS

The Straits Times

US, Taiwan push to deepen trade ties amid China tensions

China Daily

Taiwan question seen as key to China-Japan ties

The Straits Times

China warns US against underestimating Beijing’s Taiwan resolve

China Daily

Beijing sanctions seven ‘Taiwan independence’ die-hards

China Daily

Drills are ‘stern deterrence to US-Taiwan collusion’: China Defence ministry

The Straits Times

China releases White Paper on Taiwan, warns it will not tolerate Taiwan ‘separatists’

TOP NEWS

China Daily

29 plead guilty to conspiracy to subvert state power in Hong Kong

Dawn

Pakistan government lifts ban on import of luxury items

The Jakarta Post

Indonesia government prepares for ‘turmoil’ with prudent 2023 budget

The Straits Times

Malaysia ex-PM Najib discharges lawyers again as final appeal against graft conviction continues

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Bongbong Marcos meets Chinese envoy, eyes stronger PH-China ties

The Nation

Ombudsman says no authority to consider issue of Prayut’s tenure

The Korea Herald

North Korea fires 2 suspected cruise missiles on Yoon’s 100th day in office

China Daily

PLA participation in Russia exercise ‘routine’: China

The Daily Star

UN rights chief raises concerns over human rights issues in Bangladesh, calls for investigation

The Korea Herald

Seoul won’t seek own nuclear deterrent: South Korea president

The Japan News

Sri Lanka port welcomes China survey ship, rankling India, US

The Straits Times

Taiwan shows off most advanced fighter jet after China drills

The Daily Star

Help improve conditions in Rakhine: Rohingyas to UN rights chief

The Japan News

China cannot use southern port for military purposes: Sri Lanka president

The Jakarta Post

‘Crisis after crisis’: Jokowi says Indonesia must remain vigilant, move forward

The Straits Times

Malaysia’s ex-PM Najib loses bid to nullify 1MDB trial; final appeal to proceed

COMBATING INFLATION

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Bakers’ turn: Price hike on bread prices sought to cover ingredient prices

The Star

Malaysian government channels RM20.94 billion for wage subsidy programme

The Jakarta Post

Indonesia’s inflation may exceed 4% next year, upping pressure on govt

The Phnom Penh Post

Strengthen monetary policy to curb rising inflation: Cambodia PM

The Star

Urban poor Malaysians sacrifice nutrition to cope with rising food prices

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Philippine debt conundrum: Relying on consumption tax, making life tougher for the have-nots

The Straits Times

Inflation in Singapore expected to peak in Q4 and stabilise: DPM Wong

China Daily

China unexpectedly cuts key rates to propel economic rebound

The Korea Herald

South Korea raises alarm for supply shortage in farm products

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Sugar crisis may trigger price hikes of processed food, beverages

The Daily Star

Rice prices go up again in Bangladesh

The Jakarta Post

Indonesia aims to combat food inflation with GMO, experts and farmers skeptical

The Korea Herald

South Korea to expand food supply to tame prices ahead of Chuseok

China Daily

Thailand hikes rate for 1st time since 2018 to tame inflation

China Daily

China consumer prices increase mildly, factory inflation eases

The Jakarta Post

Indonesian consumers less confident but keep spending

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DAILY DIGEST

SPECIAL FOCUS: FIGHTING THE PANDEMIC

The Korea Herald

Millions of Covid-19 vaccines have been wasted in South Korea: Report

The Korea Herald

South Korea says boosters now recommended after breakthrough Covid-19

The Japan News

Online Covid-19 test sales approved by Japan’s health ministry

The Japan News

Japan’s nationwide coronavirus cases hit record high

China Daily

China and Hong Kong ‘actively discussing’ quarantine-free travel

The Japan News

More than 400,000 doses of expired vaccine discarded in Tokyo

The Japan News

Elderly care facilities under pressure amid Covid surge

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Bongbong Marcos receives second booster shot for Covid-19

The Jakarta Post

The arrival of a ‘final variant’ could mark the pandemic’s end

China Daily

Hong Kong sees ‘significant’ rise in Covid-19 cases in children

Philippine Daily Inquirer

US CDC gives Philippines ‘high risk’ travel rating, citing rising Covid-19 cases

The Korea Herald

South Korea forecasts severe cases to peak at some 900 in early September

Viet Nam News

Vietnam health ministry warns of increasing serious Covid-19 cases

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Pandemic pushes 2.3 million Filipinos into poverty

China Daily

6 face mask products fail bacteria tests: Hong Kong consumer watchdog

The Japan News

Push to have children ages 5-11 get Covid-19 vaccines gains steam in Japan

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SPECIAL FOCUS: CHINA AND ASEAN

The Phnom Penh Post

Cambodia, China vow to prop up regional stability, prosperity: Ministry

China Daily

RCEP set to boost recovery, multilateralism: Experts

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Who’s afraid of RCEP?

The Jakarta Post

RCEP’s fruits come with challenge of keeping China in check

China Daily

Xi, Thongloun to witness China-Laos Railway opening

Philippine Daily Inquirer

China also harassing Filipino scientists: UP associate professor

The Statesman

India at the heart of Asian power matrix

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Beware of Beijing as election nears: Philippines maritime expert

The Nation

Businesses tap into opportunities in closer China-ASEAN cooperation

The Phnom Penh Post

ASEM vows supply chain, digitalisation cooperation

Philippine Daily Inquirer

China has no right to demand ‘Sierra Madre’ removal: Philippines senators

China Daily

China, ASEAN in comprehensive strategic partnership, says Xi

The Straits Times

Timely for Asean, China to work on reopening borders: PM Lee

The Jakarta Post

President Xi, let’s sign the South China Sea code of conduct soon

The Star

Malaysia PM: Asean and China can make a real difference

The Phnom Penh Post

Cambodia PM urges unity at ASEAN-China meet

ASIAN EDITORS CIRCLE

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SPECIAL FOCUS: REINING GLOBAL WARMING

The Jakarta Post

Hundreds of Medan homes inundated after heavy rain

The Daily Star

Climate change impact: 14.8 million to be at risk of hunger by 2030

Ann Asianews Network

Ho Chi Minh City street turns into ‘rivers’ under heavy rain

China Daily

Chongqing heat sparks highest health alert

The Statesman

Energy Conservation Bill a step towards decarbonising India

Dawn

One killed as parts of Karachi receive heavy to moderate rainfall

The Kathmandu Post

A dry spell in mid-monsoon pushes hundreds in Banke to migrate to India

The Nation

Heavy rain, floods to hit Bangkok

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Floods destroy school materials in Mindanao

The Straits Times

East Asia faces increase in heatwaves, urgent need to adapt: Study

China Daily

Broiling heat persists in many areas across China

The Phnom Penh Post

Cambodian ministry issues flood, heavy rain warnings

Dawn

Karachi set for more rains as another ‘low pressure’ weather heads towards Sindh

The Straits Times

Indonesia deploys over 20 helicopters to fire-prone provinces as hot spots appear

China Daily

Shanghai heatwave sets new annual record

Viet Nam News

Going green gives businesses a competitive advantage

SPORTS & GAMES

The Japan News

Intl sports events a ‘hotbed for misconduct’

China Daily

Japanese hoping home advantage yields AFC success

The Jakarta Post

Three of Rodtang Jitmuangnon’s most impressive performances in ONE

The Japan News

China beats Japan to claim the Asian Volleyball Confederation Cup champion

The Japan News

Hanyu calls quad axel quest his ‘driving force’

The Straits Times

Squash: S’pore to welcome top players for World Tour gold event in November

The Nation

Thai tennis women too strong for Singapore, maintain winning streak

Dawn

2 Pakistani boxers go missing in Birmingham following Commonwealth Games

Dawn

Ten Sri Lankans vanish from Commonwealth Games: Official

The Straits Times

Commonwealth Games: Yeo Jia Min wins S’pore’s first badminton women’s singles medal since 2002

The Straits Times

Commonwealth Games: S’pore’s Kean Yew admits struggling, working on consistency

Borneo Bulletin

Timor Leste rout Brunei 10-0

China Daily

Chinese golf pro Feng Shanshan announces retirement

The Jakarta Post

Eleven Asean Para Games swimmers contract Covid-19

The Statesman

Chennai Chess Olympiad witnesses great sportsmanship

The Phnom Penh Post

Cambodia earns first gold medal at ASEAN Para Games

ASIA ON SCREEN

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Look through: The fate of impounded stray dogs
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Look through: The fate of impounded stray dogs
Ho Chi Minh City street turns into 'rivers' under heavy rain
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Ho Chi Minh City street turns into 'rivers' under heavy rain
Sri Mulyani reveals Indonesia's strategies for economic recovery
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Sri Mulyani reveals Indonesia's strategies for economic recovery
Abra earthquake's trail of destruction
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Abra earthquake's trail of destruction
Hanoi's first park for pooches
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Hanoi's first park for pooches
Robot dog shows off "Chinese Kung Fu"
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Robot dog shows off "Chinese Kung Fu"
Sand cats YouTube video proves adorable hit
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Sand cats YouTube video proves adorable hit
Soul food for vegetarians
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Soul food for vegetarians
Sculpting a masterpiece
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Sculpting a masterpiece
Rising cost of living is squeezing Nepalis who were already on a tight budget
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Rising cost of living is squeezing Nepalis who were already on a tight budget
Look through: The fate of impounded stray dogs
Look through: The fate of impounded stray dogs
Ho Chi Minh City street turns into 'rivers' under heavy rain
Ho Chi Minh City street turns into 'rivers' under heavy rain
Sri Mulyani reveals Indonesia's strategies for economic recovery
Sri Mulyani reveals Indonesia's strategies for economic recovery
Abra earthquake's trail of destruction
Abra earthquake's trail of destruction
Hanoi's first park for pooches
Hanoi's first park for pooches
Robot dog shows off "Chinese Kung Fu"
Robot dog shows off "Chinese Kung Fu"
Sand cats YouTube video proves adorable hit
Sand cats YouTube video proves adorable hit
Soul food for vegetarians
Soul food for vegetarians
Sculpting a masterpiece
Sculpting a masterpiece
Rising cost of living is squeezing Nepalis who were already on a tight budget
Rising cost of living is squeezing Nepalis who were already on a tight budget
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SPOTLIGHT ON ASIA

The Jakarta Post

Indonesia’s ‘toxic’ nationalism under scrutiny

The Daily Star

The Great Divide that brought them together

China Daily

Top 10 digital economy cities in China

The Japan News

Abe security detail was rife with fundamental flaws

The Straits Times

WFH no longer a perk but hiring standard in Indian tech sector

China Daily

Space odyssey Moon Man soars as China’s latest box-office champion

The Korea Herald

Will Samsung make cars again?

The Japan News

People demand more transparency and accountability of social media

Viet Nam News

Aspiring global nomad makes a U-turn, contemplates retirement

The Kathmandu Post

Nepal’s youngest female electric bus driver on the road less travelled

The Korea Herald

After elections, young politicians struggle to find their place

The Nation

Thai and Korean superstars take up top spots in media value rankings

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Defiant Nobel laureate Maria Ressa fights for her freedom

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Philippines to host SEA Games again in 2033

The Korea Herald

‘Congratulations!’ followed by humiliation: Why some use violence to celebrate milestones

The Jakarta Post

‘Moms for Ganjar’ demonstrate the politics of housewives ahead of elections

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