After missile launches, North Korean media dismiss allies’ moves to sharpen deterrence
The recent spate of blistering criticisms came after South Korea and the US conducted large-scale combined naval drills in the East Sea operational area.
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Hong Kong chief exec pledges full confidence in the city with nation’s backing
Chief Executive John Lee also said the "one country, two systems" provided institutional safeguards for the city's prosperity and stability.
Japan’s office device manufacturers paying heavy price 20 years in making
With China now locked in a struggle for technological supremacy with the US, Beijing is absorbing the technologies of foreign countries as it seeks to become a more powerful…
North Korea trying to tame South Korean government, grab US attention: Unification minister
The minister also said that "regardless of their intention, provocations are never ideal for the peace on the Korean Peninsula."
North Korea conducts fourth ballistic missile launch in a week
The missile launches came hours before South Korea was set to stage a large-scale military parade to mark the Oct.1 Armed Forces Day.
North Korea conducts third ballistic missile launch in less than a week
North Korea has launched a total of 36 ballistic missiles so far this year.
Taiwan issue lurks as Japan and China try to feel each other out behind closed doors
When Tokyo and Beijing worked out their joint communique to normalize diplomatic relations in 1972, Taiwan was a focal point.
Japan-China ties showing strain 50 years after normalization of diplomatic relations
Tensions have cast a shadow over dialogue between the Japanese and Chinese leaders.
Seoul, Tokyo, Washington tighten bonds as Pyongyang ramps up military provocation
North Korea has carried out consecutive missile launches in the past week as Seoul and Washington conducted a large-scale combined maritime military exercises.
India, China look forward to stronger ties
Chinese Ambassador to India Sun Weidong said “China-India relations have made new progress and shown positive momentum” this year.