Democracy is universal, Jokowi tells Biden summit
The high-level meeting has drawn wide criticism for its invitation-only participant list.
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China marks 84th anniversary of Nanking Massacre in WWII
In 2014, China’s top legislature designated Dec. 13 as national day of remembrance for massacre victims.
Australia and South Korea sign defense deal as leaders meet
Worth about 1 billion Australian dollars, it is the largest defense contract struck between Australia and an Asian nation.
Japan’s Empress turns 58, deeply moved by daughter’s coming of age
The Empress also stated her concern for people who have lost loved ones to Covid-19 and for those who are suffering from long Covid.
N. Korea continues operating main nuclear reactor at Yongbyon: CSIS
Suspected nuclear activities were previously observed at the laboratory from mid-February to early July.
M’sia PM sets higher targets to push the government’s performance
Although his ministers have yet to achieve 100% of the 140 targets set for their first 100 days in office, he said they had done well.
S’pore left out of summit because US doesn’t see it as a democracy: Tommy Koh
The Biden administration organised the event as part of its efforts to counter authoritarian regimes.
S’pore, UK agree on digital economy deal that will cut costs and red tape in trade
The agreement is Britain's first digital agreement and the first between an Asian and a European country.
SIM card registration: Fighting cyber criminals or breaching privacy?
The proposed measure mandates end users to present valid identification with photo upon purchase of a SIM card from a direct seller.
President Xi Jinping congratulates Germany’s new chancellor
The two countries will celebrate the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic ties next year.