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SOUTH KOREA PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION 2025

The Korea Herald

South Korea presidential election: Millions flock to vote early; record-high turnout expected

The Korea Herald

South Korea’s accelerating political swings: Will pendulum move again?

The Korea Herald

Strategic flaws in presidential election

The Korea Herald

Four-way South Korea presidential debate focused on foreign policy, political polarisation

The Korea Herald

South Korean liberal presidential candidate Lee Jae-myung says inter-Korean talks ‘difficult’

The Korea Herald

Powerhouse vs. equity: South Korea’s leading presidential candidates’ different cultural visions

The Korea Herald

South Korea’s conservative presidential candidates miss merger deadline as ballots go to print

The Korea Herald

Clock is ticking, but South Korea’s demographic crisis gets drowned out in presidential race

The Korea Herald

With about 2 weeks left, South Korean voters use YouTube to ‘feel out’ candidates

The Korea Herald

South Korean presidential candidate Lee Jae-myung floats ending single-term limit for presidency

The Korea Herald

South Korea’s 3-way presidential race heats up with economic pitches to moderates

The Korea Herald

What it costs and spending limits running for president in South Korea

The Korea Herald

Work-life balance or economic risk? Korea debates 4.5-day work week ahead of election

The Korea Herald

South Korea’s presidential candidates launch campaigns with 3 weeks to go

The Korea Herald

South Korean politicians use ‘mukbang,’ YouTube livestreaming to engage with voters

The Korea Herald

When YouTube replaces TV, news and politics: what South Korea learned the hard way in 20 years

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PAKISTAN-INDIA CONFLICT

The Statesman

Opposition leader Rahul urges PM Modi to prepare relief for areas hit by Pakistan shelling

The Statesman

India to conduct mock drills in states bordering Pakistan today

Dawn

Pakistan PM Shehbaz reiterates willingness to talk on Kashmir, terrorism if India ‘wants in all sincerity’

The Straits Times

India, Pakistan compete to sell their feuding narratives abroad. Will this work?

The Straits Times

India and Pakistan’s drone battles mark new arms race in Asia

Dawn

Pakistan’s battle with India to resume at diplomatic front

The Statesman

Our aim is to build a developed nation while Pakistan focuses on enmity with India: PM Modi

Dawn

PM Shehbaz thanks Turkish President Erdogan for supporting Pakistan during escalation with India

Dawn

Pakistan army’s top brass vows to stop ‘externally-sponsored terrorists’ from destroying national peace

Dawn

For talks with India, Pakistan PM Shehbaz sees Saudi Arabia as neutral venue

The Straits Times

China and Pakistan reaffirm ironclad ties in FM Dar’s first trip after conflict with India

Dawn

China says it backs Pakistan in defending ‘sovereignty’

Dawn

Pakistan Foreign Office rejects Indian claim of Pakistan targeting Sikh holy site in Amritsar

The Statesman

India’s ruling party, congress continue to lock horns over EAM Jaishankar ‘tipping off’ Pakistan on Op Sindoor

Dawn

Cabinet approves Pakistani army chief General Asim Munir’s promotion to field marshal

The Statesman

US ‘had no role to play’ in clinching India-Pakistan ceasefire: Indian Foreign Secretary

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CLIMATE AND ENVIRONMENT

The Daily Star

Depression in the Bay of Bengal: Rain, tidal surge flood coastal areas

The Straits Times

Indonesia’s 10-year power procurement plan: Green boon or climate doom?

The Daily Star

Illegal hill cutting threatens Bangladesh’s Bandarban school

The Jakarta Post

Multiple eruptions rock Indonesia’s Mount Semeru, ash columns reach 1,200 meters

The Daily Star

Bangladesh can earn $1 billion a year from carbon market: analysts

Dawn

Three dead, multiple injured as rains batter Pakistan’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Punjab

The Kathmandu Post

Open pits in Nepal’s Madhesh continue to swallow children in the monsoon

Kuensel

Bhutan capital Thimphu gets two new waste drop-off centres to boost circular economy push

The Daily Star

At least 19 dead as hailstorm, rains ravage parts of Pakistan

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Flooded areas in Philippines’ Mindanao need help

The Korea Herald

Is Seoul getting hotter?

The Japan News

Caution urged for drivers in Japan in case of underpass flooding

Dawn

Where the margins break first: Pakistan’s unequal battle with climate change

Dawn

Jumbo task: 400 pills a day for elephants with TB at Karachi’s Safari Park

The Kathmandu Post

Nepal is counting its monkeys to tame rising trouble in villages

The Statesman

Satellite-tagged bird covers 6,000 km from India to China in 18 days

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HEALTH

 

The Korea Herald

Hazardous materials found in kids’ items from Chinese platforms in Seoul

The Star

Malaysia’s nurses upset over work hour increase

Kuensel

A step closer to making all schools and nunneries in Bhutan period-friendly by 2029

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Vax-preventable diseases surging anew in East Asia and Pacific: WHO

The Star

Malaysian health ministry rolls out new rules for online healthcare

The Nation

COVID-19 surges in Thailand with 67,484 cases in 7 days

The Korea Herald

1 in 3 indebted young South Koreans had suicidal thoughts: survey

The Straits Times

Study shows mental disorders significantly impact youth aged 10-14 in Singapore

The Kathmandu Post

Nepal’s health ministry directs agencies to prepare for outbreaks as monsoon approaches

The Kathmandu Post

How Nepal’s social norms and cultural beliefs shape perceptions of mental health.

The Statesman

Kerala leads in active COVID-19 cases as India logs 1,009 infections nationwide

China Daily

Integrative medicine key to increased cancer survival in China

The Japan News

Easy meals ensure Japan’s seniors living alone can eat healthy

The Statesman

India, WHO collaborate to include traditional medicine in International Classification of Health Interventions

The Korea Herald

Synthetic narcotics hit 35% of forensic cases as teen vaping surge in South Korea: report

Viet Nam News

Non-communicable diseases on the rise among seniors, reach critical levels in Vietnam

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ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE

China Daily

Several Chinese provinces to adopt AI surveillance to ensure safe, fair national college entrance exams

The Japan News

Japan’s House of Councillors passes AI promotion bill

The Phnom Penh Post

Navigating automation in Cambodia: Will robots take jobs or create them?

China Daily

Artificial intelligence usage on student theses debated in Chinese universities

The Japan News

AI system eyed to eliminate Japan’s ‘transportation blank areas,’ improve bus, taxi coverage

The Korea Herald

How TikTok is fighting deepfakes of K-pop idols

The Korea Herald

Seoul’s new AI ‘flags, requests removal of sexually abusive content in 6 minutes’

The Straits Times

AI system for faster detection of coronary artery disease to be trialled at 3 Singapore hospitals

The Korea Herald

In South Korea, AI-generated images depicting prostitution circulate online

The Straits Times

Singapore’s homegrown LLM Sea-Lion to offer new features as more SE Asian firms use it

The Jakarta Post

AI adoption for work safety faces challenges in Indonesia

The Japan News

Japan’s health ministry to start testing AI in safety checks on meat

The Star

News organisations in Asia Pacific embrace AI innovations

The Korea Herald

Go big or go home: South Korea’s presidential hopefuls pledge mega AI investments

China Daily

Beijing’s robot half-marathon puts innovations to the test

Kuensel

Bhutan police to install AI-powered number plate recognition cameras to enhance public safety

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DAILY DIGEST

THE ASIAN VIEW

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FIGHTING FAKE NEWS

Viet Nam News

Vietnam’s poultry association dismisses ‘fake eggs’ rumours as fake news

The Japan News

Japan government survey: Half of respondents trusted online false info

The Daily Star

Misinformation adds more uncertainty to the fog of war around India’s strikes on Pakistan

The Japan News

In Japan, social media facilitates spread of radical, dubious claims

The Statesman

Indian defence ministry warns vs fake WhatsApp message seeking donations for army

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Philippines’ primary investigation agency files cases vs vloggers outside country for disinformation

The Japan News

Online disinformation rampant ahead of South Korea election

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Pro-Duterte fake social media accounts undermine May polls, lawmakers warn

The Nation

Warning of major quake in three months is fake news: Thai authorities

The Daily Star

Ghost authors dish out questionable articles on Bangladesh

Dawn

Viral image of Indian filmmaker Rathna Kumar holding anti-Aurangzeb placard is edited

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Philippine investigation bureau has list of fake news peddlers, tracing financial backers

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Filipino party list representative urges Tiktok to do more to combat spread of ‘fake news’

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Ex-Philippine President Duterte’s ICC arrest: Separating fact from lies

China Daily

Chinese authorities issued AI label guidelines to combat the misuse, spread of false information

The Jakarta Post

Fake news ads with alleged cybercrime rampant on Meta platforms: The Jakarta Post

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ASEAN MATTERS

The Star

ASEAN Summit saw diplomatic and economic breakthroughs, say analysts

China Daily

Scope of China, ASEAN, GCC trilateral ties ‘boundless’: Chinese Premier Li

The Star

ASEAN-GCC-China: It’s time to turn vision into reality, says Malaysia PM Anwar

The Star

Timor-Leste to be granted full ASEAN membership in October: Malaysia PM Anwar

The Star

ASEAN Summit: Brunei Sultan hospitalised for fatigue, says PM Anwar

The Jakarta Post

Indonesia President Prabowo backs Papua New Guinea’s ASEAN bid

The Star

All 10 ASEAN nations sign Kuala Lumpur declaration on ‘Our Shared Future’

Philippine Daily Inquirer

ASEAN leaders meet China’s Premier Li and Gulf states to bolster ties

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Philippine President Marcos to ASEAN peers: Adopt legally binding code for South China Sea

The Straits Times

PM Anwar bullish on regional power grid, Myanmar conflict as Malaysia hosts ASEAN summit

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Philippine President Marcos to take up anew ASEAN code of conduct on South China Sea

The Star

Timor Leste urged to accelerate legal compliance for ASEAN membership

The Star

ASEAN-Gulf Cooperation Council: Platform to court six Gulf nations

The Star

Kuala Lumpur Declaration will set tone for ASEAN’s future in governance, digital transformation: PM Anwar

China Daily

China, ASEAN conclude talks on upgraded free trade deal

The Star

First day of road closure dry-run for ASEAN Summit goes smoothly, says Kuala Lumpur traffic cops

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CROSS-STRAITS RELATIONS

The Straits Times

‘Highly unusual’: Why Taiwan President Lai made no mention of China in major speech

The Straits Times

Taiwan President Lai’s approval ratings dip ahead of 1st anniversary in office amid uncertain US ties

China Daily

China slams Taiwan’s ruling party for ‘erasing cross-Strait cultural ties’

The Japan News

China conducts 2nd day of exercises around Taiwan; naming suggests more drills to come this year

The Straits Times

Chinese influencers forced to leave Taiwan after advocating ‘military unification’

China Daily

Taiwan students embark on Shandong tour

China Daily

Chinese army enhances combat readiness with operations around Taiwan

China Daily

China’s Taiwan Affairs Office launches section to report ‘malicious acts against Taiwan compatriots’

The Straits Times

‘No name, no home port, no cert’: Taiwan seizes unregistered Chinese refuelling boat

The Straits Times

From intelligence sharing to tabletop exercises, Taiwan to deepen military exchange with US

China Daily

China’s military drill ‘stern warning’ to Taiwan ‘separatists’

The Statesman

Thanking G7, Taiwan calls for peace and stability in Taiwan Strait

China Daily

China warns of decisive action if Taiwan independence forces cross red line

China Daily

Deputies from China’s Fujian promote preservation of Taiwan-related cultural relics

The Straits Times

Taiwan turns to companies in Ukraine for China contingency planning

The Straits Times

China will work to ‘firmly advance’ reunification with Taiwan

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INDO-PACIFIC AND ASIA

The Straits Times

47 countries to attend 22nd Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore

China Daily

China unveils initiatives unveiled for Pacific countries

China Daily

Advancement of RCEP set to help stabilise global trading system

The Straits Times

Singapore PM Wong, Australian PM Albanese agree to uphold rules-based multilateral system

The Jakarta Post

‘Personal touch’ on display at Australia PM Albanese’s return visit to Indonesia

The Straits Times

Australian PM Albanese to visit Singapore May 20 in first overseas trip after winning election

The Jakarta Post

Newly re-elected Australian PM Albanese to visit Jakarta after being sworn in

The Straits Times

Top US general says America will keep promise to ensure Indo-Pacific allies’ security

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Philippines, New Zealand finalise defence pact this week

The Straits Times

Australia plans critical minerals reserve to reduce global reliance on China

The Straits Times

Singapore, Fiji lean on close ties to weather ‘increasingly turbulent’ world

The Straits Times

ASEAN, Australia and New Zealand’s upgraded free trade area deal enters into force

The Jakarta Post

Australia asks Indonesia about Russian request to base aircraft in Papua

The Straits Times

Parties bank on Asian-Australian candidates at May election Down Under

Vientiane Times

Laos, Australia strengthen economic ties

China Daily

Australian politicians rebuked for endorsing Hong Kong fugitives

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ASIAN EDITORS CIRCLE

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COMBATING INFLATION

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Philippines to restore pork price caps, says agriculture secretary

The Star

Malaysians have highest grocery bill in South-East Asia

The Star

Budget-conscious beauty: With rising cost of living, many Malaysians now more thrifty, even for their looks

The Korea Herald

South Korean won hits 7-month high, paving way for Bank of Korea rate cut

The Jakarta Post

Indonesian government evaluates airline ticket pricing formula amid rising costs

The Nation

Electricity prices surge in Laos amid rising demand and weakened kip

The Star

Malaysia’s April inflation remains steady

The Japan News

Skyrocketing rice prices in Japan to cause sake price tags to rise too

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Filipinos still spending less in small neighbourhood stores–study

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Philippines scraps maximum suggested retail price for pork

The Star

Malaysian consumers switch to budget-friendly alternatives

The Japan News

Rice prices in Japan dip for first time in 18 weeks as government stockpiles reach supermarket

The Kathmandu Post

Chicken and egg prices surge in Nepal

The Japan News

Japanese consumers turn to rice alternatives amid price surge

The Star

Malaysia’s bakers, hawkers say won’t crack under pressure without egg subsidy

The Star

No plan to raise food prices despite end of egg subsidy, say eateries in Malaysia’s Johor

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SPORTS & GAMES

The Star

ASEAN All-Stars upsets Manchester United 1-0, thanks to Myanmar captain Maung Maung Lwin

Kuensel

Bhutanese archer Kinley Tshering wins gold for Bhutan at Incheon archery championship

The Japan News

Japan takes historic gold at World Table Tennis Championships

The Nation

Thai golf star Sadom clinches Korea Open, ends 3-year drought in style

The Kathmandu Post

Everest in five days: British team’s speed climb triggers Nepal proble

The Korea Herald

South Korea’s Son Heung-min, undisputed Tottenham legend, wins 1st major title for club in 17 years

The Kathmandu Post

Nepal women cricket team’s path ahead is tougher than ever

The Phnom Penh Post

In Cambodia, Kun Khmer ref, judges penalised; fans worry ‘light’ punishment won’t prevent corruption

The Star

Malaysian women’s doubles shuttlers Pearly Tan-M. Thinaah believe action speaks louder than words

Viet Nam News

Vietnam’s women’s team strongest in Asian beach handball

The Kathmandu Post

Filipino climber dies at Everest Camp IV

Kuensel

Bhutan set to host South Asian Bodybuilding Championship after 14 years

Dawn

Pakistani mountaineer summits world’s 7th highest mountain sans supplemental oxygen

Kuensel

Bhutan tops South Asia Youth Judo Tournament, bags 23 medals

Viet Nam News

Vietnam’s World Cup dream ends after Asian Cup loss

The Nation

Thai setter Pornpun leads Orlando Valkyries to historic PVF title, earns MVP honours

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ASIA ON SCREEN

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Labour of loaves: Making traditional bread in modern Singapore
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Behind the veil: How Moyun made China's 'guzheng' a global sensation
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'Kyotographie' highlights humanity through historic scenography
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GE2025 Rewind: Key moments of the Singapore election captured on camera
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50 years of Reunification: Vietnam's military marches in unison through the streets of Ho Chi Minh City
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A home for abandoned dogs and cats in Vietnam
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Recreating late Vietnamese president Ho Chi Minh’s inspiring sandals
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China’s Liangma River: Your all-in-one lifestyle companion
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Time for a Tiger: Behind the legacy of Singapore’s first beer
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Art begets art: Veteran Cambodian artist shares time, wealth to pass knowledge to children
Labour of loaves: Making traditional bread in modern Singapore
Labour of loaves: Making traditional bread in modern Singapore
Behind the veil: How Moyun made China's 'guzheng' a global sensation
Behind the veil: How Moyun made China's 'guzheng' a global sensation
'Kyotographie' highlights humanity through historic scenography
'Kyotographie' highlights humanity through historic scenography
GE2025 Rewind: Key moments of the Singapore election captured on camera
GE2025 Rewind: Key moments of the Singapore election captured on camera
50 years of Reunification: Vietnam's military marches in unison through the streets of Ho Chi Minh City
50 years of Reunification: Vietnam's military marches in unison through the streets of Ho Chi Minh City
A home for abandoned dogs and cats in Vietnam
A home for abandoned dogs and cats in Vietnam
Recreating late Vietnamese president Ho Chi Minh’s inspiring sandals
Recreating late Vietnamese president Ho Chi Minh’s inspiring sandals
China’s Liangma River: Your all-in-one lifestyle companion
China’s Liangma River: Your all-in-one lifestyle companion
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SPOTLIGHT ON ASIA

The Phnom Penh Post

Remembering the forgotten, unknown victims of the Khmer Rouge regime

The Star

Tradition comes before rising costs: Malaysian dumpling maker will “never” compromise taste

The Nation

Wang Lang Market: Bangkok’s hidden gem for street food lovers

The Star

Budget-conscious beauty: With rising cost of living, many Malaysians now more thrifty, even for their looks

The Korea Herald

How South Korean shows like ‘Tastefully Yours’ reflect shifting content landscape

The Japan News

Japanese ‘rice meister’ shares tips on how to cook tasty stockpiled rice

Philippine Daily Inquirer

In Philippines’ Donsol, whale shark conservation bears fruit

The Korea Herald

More than a vacation: Jeju’s new educational retreats to revitalise regional communities

The Star

Not entirely out of the picture: Framed photos remain popular in Malaysia’s George Town

China Daily

Traditional Chinese Medicine offers alternative treatment for pets

The Jakarta Post

A Fold in Time: Southeast Asia’s women artists explore identity, history

The Kathmandu Post

Honey hunting on sheer cliffs in Nepal’s Saipal

Dawn

When justice didn’t blink: A rare moment of ‘Noor’ for women in Pakistan

The Korea Herald

Korean ‘Aegyo’: The psyche behind childlike adults

China Daily

China sees surge in endangered species populations

The Korea Herald

For 15 years, Apple’s Find My app didn’t work in South Korea. This guy changed that

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