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INDO-PACIFIC, AUKUS AND ASIA

China Daily

AUKUS ties may undermine regional stability in Asia-Pacific

China Daily

APEC meetings: Hong Kong to forge stronger ties with Asia-Pacific countries

The Phnom Penh Post

PM Manet addresses regional forum, calls for digital cooperation, innovation

Philippine Daily Inquirer

New Zealand commits US$25M for ADB energy transition mechanism in Southeast Asia

The Jakarta Post

China says AUKUS risks nuclear proliferation in Pacific

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Philippines, New Zealand to sign enhanced defence agreements by end of 2024

The Nation

Thailand’s MoUs with New Zealand cover education, aviation cooperation

The Korea Herald

South Korea, Australia hold vice-ministerial talks on Indo-Pacific strategy, bilateral ties

The Straits Times

Small countries can try to calm global tensions, says PM Lee, as S’pore, NZ expand partnership

Vientiane Times

Strengthening Laos-Australia relations, bolstering ASEAN-Australia cooperation

The Straits Times

‘Make in India’: Can South Asian giant surpass China and become world’s biggest factory?

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Basic health services lacking in Philippines, Western Pacific: World Health Organization

The Nation

PM Srettha to hold talks with New Zealand PM during official visit to Thailand

China Daily

China, Sri Lanka forging stronger bonds

The Korea Herald

Why Korea-India partnership matters in era of uncertainties?

The Straits Times

New Zealand raises South China Sea, Taiwan tensions with China during Foreign Minister’s visit

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NATIONAL AFFAIRS

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The writer argues that there are three major points President Yoon should take to improve diplomatic performance: bipartisanship, an integrated approach, and prudence.
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The continuing quest for gender equality

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Censorship with impunity

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What will happen now Jokowi has scored triple victory in election?

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ECONOMIC AFFAIRS

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The ongoing disruptions to maritime traffic in the Red Sea and Suez Canal are likely to impact Asia through delayed shipments and higher prices, given the region's reliance on imports from European and Black Sea markets.
In its April 2024 report, the ADB describes Pakistan’s economic prospects as uncertain, with high risks on account of the impact of political uncertainty on the sustainability of stabilisation and reform efforts.

REGIONAL AFFAIRS

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The writer noted that Democratic Progressive Party leaders, from former island leader Chen Shui-bian to outgoing leader Tsai Ing-wen, have made some friendly gestures toward the mainland in their inaugural speeches.
The descendants of 18 "comfort women" who were sexually exploited by Japanese soldiers during World War II have filed lawsuits in the Shanxi High People's court against the Japanese government setting a good precedent for seeking justice.

FIGHTING THE PANDEMIC

The Kathmandu Post

Nepal to test Indian spice brands for pesticides after Hong Kong, Singapore ban

The Jakarta Post

Dengue deaths in Indonesia spike almost threefold compared to last year

Philippine Daily Inquirer

UN report on women’s health finds Philippines ‘an inspiring case study’

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Vax kids vs hepatitis B to avoid liver cancer outbreak, parents urged in the Philippines

Viet Nam News

Indiscriminate spitting in public must be stopped—Vietnamese doctor

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Parents urged to ditch vaccine hesitancy amid rising pertussis cases in the Philippines

The Japan News

Record high syphilis cases among pregnant women in Japan

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Government urges Filipinos to join vaccination campaign

The Straits Times

Dengue cases on the up in Singapore; patients say the illness can be dreadful

The Straits Times

Covid-19 vaccine protection wanes faster among the elderly: NUS study

The Kathmandu Post

Covid cases are rising among people returning to Nepal from India

Viet Nam News

Vietnam records first human patient with bird flu A/H9N2, no outbreak so far

The Jakarta Post

Ministry urges public to remain calm as dengue cases, deaths soar in Indonesia

The Korea Herald

South Korea to stack up 7.23 million COVID-19 vaccines for high-risk groups this winter

The Jakarta Post

Indonesian health authorities urge vigilance against viral hand foot mouth disease ahead of Idul Fitri

The Japan News

About 240 million unused COVID-19 vaccines to be discarded in Japan as free vaccination ends

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THOUGHT LEADERSHIP

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The writer says if the major powers don’t want the ongoing crisis to snowball into a regional conflict, they have to prevail on Israel to end its war in Gaza.
Even as the global economy continues to change, innovation has made the the APAC region richer, healthier, and better educated.

WORTH A READ

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According to the writer, the inclusion of Bangladesh's heritage crafts in UNESCO's list is truly a commendable step towards preserving these traditional art forms. However, the true measure of success lies in the tangible benefits that trickle down to the artisans themselves.
The writer argues that there are three major points President Yoon should take to improve diplomatic performance: bipartisanship, an integrated approach, and prudence.

SOCIETY

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According to the writer, the inclusion of Bangladesh's heritage crafts in UNESCO's list is truly a commendable step towards preserving these traditional art forms. However, the true measure of success lies in the tangible benefits that trickle down to the artisans themselves.
The writer hailed the advantages of using AI in healthcare, but also mentioned important and complex questions including the need to humanize increasing impersonal healthcare delivery systems.

CLIMATE WATCH

The Daily Star

Protecting Ganges river dolphins crucial for preserving ecosystem

The Daily Star

Climate, weather disasters: Asia hit hardest in 2023 according to UN

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Philippine ocean health goes from bad to worse amid China invasion

The Straits Times

Asia teetering on the brink as the world marks Earth Day

The Straits Times

Southern China inundated by torrential rain and floods

China Daily

Guangdong moves swiftly to deal with severe flooding affecting thousands

The Daily Star

At 42.2°C, Chuadanga records Bangladesh’s highest temp in a day

The Jakarta Post

Authorities call for vigilance amid heightened volcanic activity

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Philippine agritech startup named one of ‘climate and nature impact innovators’

The Kathmandu Post

As springs dry up, water shortage deepens in high altitude villages in Nepal

The Daily Star

Baked by heat, Bangladesh expands AC manufacturing

The Daily Star

A feminist approach to climate solutions

Dawn

70 killed as Afghanistan hit by heavy rains

Philippine Daily Inquirer

Philippine ocean systems deteriorating, says study

The Nation

Bangkok cuts daily carbon footprint by 142 tonnes with food waste tactic

The Straits Times

Carbon financing could retire dozens of coal plants in SE Asia by 2030: Rockefeller Foundation

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SPOTLIGHT ON ASIA

The Straits Times

8 in 10 falsely believe talking about suicide can make a person take his life: SMU study

The Star

Majority of Malaysian youth have got the blues – survey

The Korea Herald

Watered-down medical school quota unsettles student, parents in South Korea

China Daily

Return of cultural relics from US to China signals enhanced exchanges

The Straits Times

Keeping time: One man and his passion for vintage and antique clocks

The Straits Times

From Lee Kuan Yew to Lawrence Wong: How leadership transitions take place in Singapore

Kuensel

Reviving Bhutan’s tradition of natural pigments

The Star

A uniquely Malaysian celebration

The Star

Rapid ageing and Malaysia’s ‘ghost towns’

The Korea Herald

Will South Korea’s political regionalism crumble?

The Korea Herald

Tourists to South Korea getting younger

China Daily

Inheritor innovates to keep Chinese textile art relevant

Viet Nam News

Hoi An’s bamboo craftsmen bend with market to survive

The Korea Herald

Marriages between Korean men, Japanese women soar

China Daily

Fluent foreigners spread the word on dialects

China Daily

Chongqing subway helps local vegetable farmers widen their business

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