Japan to decide on ¥87 billion in assistance to African countries
The aid package is part of a series of government support measures in preparation for the Eighth Tokyo International Conference on African Development.
Geopolitics
Japan seeks to possess 1,000 long-range missiles to counter China
Japan aims to deploy the ground-launched versions as early as fiscal 2024, about two years earlier than originally scheduled.
Korean chipmakers’ reliance on China jumps 13-fold over 20 years
A report noted trade ties between the two countries, established in 1992, became a major driving force behind Korea’s economic growth.
North Korea denounces Yoon’s initiative to mend South Korea-Japan ties
A North Korean propaganda media dismissed the Yoon government’s plan to dispatch a delegation of condolences to Japan as “making a fuss to curry favour with Japan.”
Singapore must be ready for sudden shifts in region: PM Lee
Touching on the state of global security in his National Day Rally speech, PM Lee called on Singaporeans to be mentally ready for disruptions to the region's stability.
Thailand, Malaysia plan rail network to connect four Asean countries, China
According to reports, Malaysia has agreed with Thailand’s idea of setting up a joint working panel to discuss a network linking China, Laos, Thailand, Malaysia and Singapore.
There’s no alternative to Rohingya repatriation
The paper says the international community has to put effective pressure on Myanmar so that it changes its Rohingya strategy.
Dokdo’s on-site lesson for multicultural youths
Japan has also lay claim over the East Sea islets of Dokdo, Korea’s easternmost outpost, also known as Liancourt Rocks.
Easing North Korea sanctions should be last resort as Yoon pushes Audacious Initiative
Even as the administration pushes the initiative, key parts of sanctions must be kept intact until North Korea denuclearizes its weapons completely and irreversibly.
US, Taiwan push to deepen trade ties amid China tensions
The first round of trade talks is set to take place early this autumn, US officials said.