Japan’s ruling party kingmaker Nikai kept cards close to his chest
Secretary General Toshihiro Nikai's tenure has been the longest in the party's history.
South Korea’s military unveils plans for AI-powered, agile Army
The Army said it will employ artificial intelligence-powered drones to facilitate decision-making on the battlefield
Xi unveils plan to turn China into global talent hub
Country aims to rank among world's best as strategic force in science by 2035
S’pore’s total population falls 4.1% to 5.45 million as Covid-19 hits foreign workforce numbers
This year's decline stemmed largely from the 10.7 per cent decrease in the non-resident population, which fell to 1.47 million as of June.
Election to replace LDP President Suga takes place today
There are sharp differences among the 4 hopefuls over the country's overall energy policy.
Across Asia-Pacific girls are fighting for a better tomorrow
Compared to the Asia Girls' Leadership Index 2019, the climate for girls improved in 12 countries, but declined in 4 and remained static in 3.
PM Ismail unveils Malaysia’s biggest five-year development plan with $129b allocation
The plan for the period 2021-2025 focuses on nine key areas, that include social welfare, protection of workers, and addressing the needs of the poor.
Draft of Japan’s cybersecurity strategy names China, Russia and North Korea as a threat
The New Cybersecurity Strategy also includes cooperation with the United States, Australia, India and Asean.
Majority of Filipinos say Duterte VP bid violates Constitution
Less than 40 per cent of those polled want him to run in the next elections.
Korea’s racist hierarchy: The whiter the better
A survey shows ethnicity-based discrimination prevails in the country.