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SOUTH KOREA PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION 2025

The Straits Times

Continuity or reset? Japan, China seek clues to South Korea President Lee Jae-myung’s foreign policy

The Korea Herald

Who is South Korea’s new President Lee Jae-myung?

The Korea Herald

South Korea elects Lee Jae-myung president

The Korea Herald

South Korea votes for new leader amid hopes for end to months of political unrest

The Korea Herald

In South Korea, wedding halls double as polling stations

The Korea Herald

More than a vote: What June 3 election means to South Koreans

The Korea Herald

South Korea’s presidential candidates make final push in Daegu, Seoul, Dongtan

Philippine Daily Inquirer

South Korea election hit by misinformation

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

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PAKISTAN-INDIA CONFLICT

The Statesman

India slams ADB’s $800 million financing package for Pakistan

Dawn

Pakistan’s high-level delegation reaches Washington after wrapping up New York visit

Dawn

Leader of Pakistan’s high-level diplomatic team presses UN to push India for comprehensive dialogue

The Statesman

INDIA bloc demands special Parliament session on Pahalgam attack, Operation Sindoor

Dawn

Pakistani delegation briefs UNSC members on Indian ‘threat to regional peace’

Dawn

Delegation presenting Pakistan’s stance on escalation with India to land in New York

Dawn

Pakistan and India: where to from here?

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

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CLIMATE AND ENVIRONMENT

The Statesman

Northeast India continues to face flood crisis; Assam, Arunachal worst affected

The Phnom Penh Post

Impact of plastic waste key theme for Cambodia’s upcoming Environment Day

The Star

Cool ideas for hot days: Malaysians get creative in handling the heat and staying well

The Statesman

Flood fury in Northeast India: 36 dead, over 550,000 affected as PM Modi pledges full support

The Nation

No damage found at 11 dams after 4.5 magnitude quake hit Thailand’s Chiang Mai

The Daily Star

Low-lying areas flooded in Bangladesh’s Sylhet; waterlogging, landslides in Chattogram, Bandarban

The Jakarta Post

Bali to ban production of bottled water under 1 litre

The Statesman

Mercury set to rise in south Bengal, heavy rains likely in north

The Daily Star

Confluence of two rivers in Bangladesh under siege from cement company

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

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HEALTH

 

The Japan News

Brain-dead organ donors hit record high in Japan in 2024

The Daily Star

Eid holiday, rain spark fear of dengue spike in Bangladesh

The Star

Surge in COVID-19 cases: Virus making a comeback in Thailand, Singapore, Hong Kong, US

Philippine Daily Inquirer

HIV cases in Philippines surge 500%, prompting health department call for emergency

Dawn

This Pakistani organisation is launching a course to educate young girls on menstrual health

The Star

Malaysia leads medical tourism charge

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Young Filipinos worry about financial, job security: report

The Jakarta Post

Stunting declines in Indonesia, but underlying risks remain

The Straits Times

Implants could help treat eye condition which causes vision loss

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

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ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE

Dawn

Saudi Arabia using AI and real-time translation to open Haj to the world

The Korea Herald

South Korea is global No.2 in paid ChatGPT users, OpenAI says. But does that mean anything?

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

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DAILY DIGEST

THE ASIAN VIEW

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FIGHTING FAKE NEWS

Philippine Daily Inquirer

South Korea election hit by misinformation

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

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ASEAN MATTERS

The Straits Times

Why is everyone talking about an ASEAN power grid?

China Daily

China rolls out ‘ASEAN visa’ for 10 ASEAN countries, Timor-Leste

The Nation

ASEAN’s Debt Divide: Tracking the region’s rising fiscal burdens

The Jakarta Post

Calls for institutional reform grow in response to ASEAN 2045 plan

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

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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 Japan News

Defence chiefs of Japan, U.S., Australia, Philippines express ‘serious concern’ about China’s ‘destabilising actions’

The Jakarta Post

​​Asia in focus as US, France make competing offers

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

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ASIAN EDITORS CIRCLE

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COMBATING INFLATION

The Japan News

Japanese government to consider buying back high-bid stockpiled rice

The Jakarta Post

Indonesia’s inflation slows in May as food prices fall

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

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SPORTS & GAMES

The Daily Star

Hamza scores, shines in Bangladesh’s win over Bhutan

The Japan News

Japanese professional baseball legend Shigeo Nagashima, ‘Mr. Pro Baseball,’ dies at 89

Dawn

When the why walks away: Indian cricketer Virat Kohli’s retirement and the summer that lost its song

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Filipino Olympic pole vaulter EJ Obiena wins third straight gold at Asian Athletics Championships

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

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ASIA ON SCREEN

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Capturing the trend of youth-led tea business in Kathmandu Valley
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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
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Labour of loaves: Making traditional bread in modern Singapore
Cambodian cooking creator gives back one meal at a time
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Cambodian cooking creator gives back one meal at a time
Behind the veil: How Moyun made China's 'guzheng' a global sensation
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Behind the veil: How Moyun made China's 'guzheng' a global sensation
GE2025 Rewind: Key moments of the Singapore election captured on camera
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GE2025 Rewind: Key moments of the Singapore election captured on camera
A home for abandoned dogs and cats in Vietnam
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A home for abandoned dogs and cats in Vietnam
Recreating late Vietnamese president Ho Chi Minh’s inspiring sandals
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Recreating late Vietnamese president Ho Chi Minh’s inspiring sandals
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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Capturing the trend of youth-led tea business in Kathmandu Valley
Capturing the trend of youth-led tea business in Kathmandu Valley
Art begets art: Veteran Cambodian artist shares time, wealth to pass knowledge to children
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
Cambodian cooking creator gives back one meal at a time
Cambodian cooking creator gives back one meal at a time
Behind the veil: How Moyun made China's 'guzheng' a global sensation
Behind the veil: How Moyun made China's 'guzheng' a global sensation
GE2025 Rewind: Key moments of the Singapore election captured on camera
GE2025 Rewind: Key moments of the Singapore election captured on camera
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
Time for a Tiger: Behind the legacy of Singapore’s first beer
Time for a Tiger: Behind the legacy of Singapore’s first beer
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SPOTLIGHT ON ASIA

The Jakarta Post

Not just a fix: Indonesia’s coffee chains are brewing a cultural movement

The Star

Cool ideas for hot days: Malaysians get creative in handling the heat and staying well

The Straits Times

Taiwan is hiring more foreigners to care for its elderly. Does that clash with filial piety?

Dawn

This Pakistani organisation is launching a course to educate young girls on menstrual health

Dawn

Haj volunteers are ‘unseen anchors’ working behind the scenes

China Daily

China exhibition spotlights paper art as a way to stay positive and connect with the world

The Straits Times

Fading out: What it takes to save Singapore’s wet markets

The Phnom Penh Post

Shattering sandbags: First Cambodian women UN commander in Lebanon

The Japan News

‘Study manga’ makes easy reading out of Japanese educational content

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

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