China sacks weather bureau chief in shake-up after balloon furore
It is unclear whether the decision was linked to the balloon, which China said was gathering climate data and the US later shot down.
Geopolitics
Indonesia pushes for implementation of Myanmar peace plan, resumption of COC talks
Experts have expressed hope that Indonesia, as ASEAN chair, could push significantly on the issue of Myanmar and the COC negotiations.
Philippines coast guard steps up presence in South China Sea
Beijing claims much of the South China Sea, where about $3 trillion in ship-borne trade passes annually, with the area becoming a flashpoint for Chinese and US tensions.
China says ready to restart trade exchanges with Australia
China's commerce minister Wang Wentao reaffirmed that China is willing to restart economic and trade exchange mechanisms with Australia and expand cooperation.
Hong Kong ready to serve as critical gateway to BRI: John Lee
He also underscored that Hong Kong has plenty to offer the over 180 countries and international organizations covered by the initiative, which include Saudi Arabia and other…
Cambodia-UAE trade pact 3rd round talks due Feb 20
Officials have confirmed that the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement is expected to be signed in Cambodia later this year, at the fourth round.
Cambodia, India boost defence ties
Deputy commander-in-chief of the Cambodian army Hun Manet also discussed avenues to strengthen bilateral defence cooperation during his meeting with the Indian chief of Army.
Chinese ‘spy’ balloon a spanner in US-China ties, but lines of communication stay open
While the US administration’s tone on Friday was firm, it was also measured, taking care to reiterate that lines of communication with China remain open.
Chief executive, business leaders spell out Hong Kong opportunities in Saudi Arabia
Chief Executive John Lee also said that he would meet with high-ranking local government officials, business leaders for his upcoming trip to Saudi Arabia and the United Arab…
Washington weighing deploying medium-range missiles to US forces in Japan
The deployment of US forces in Japan may also include long-range hypersonic weapons and Tomahawks, with Japan considering Kyushu as a possible site.