US trade chief seeks ‘frank’ talks with China
Issues including implementation of the phase-one economic and trade agreement, and industrial policies.
Region
Dozen’s of Asia’s influentials in the spotlight after leak of Pandora Papers
The list includes Malaysia's former Finance Minister, two senior Cabinet ministers in Indonesia, and many more.
US, Singapore ‘deeply concerned’ for Myanmar: Vivian Balakrishnan
The US and Singapore believe, however, that the solution ultimately lies within Myanmar itself, he said.
China officially applies to join CPTPP
China has submitted a letter to New Zealand to formally apply for membership to the partnership.
Taiwan plans $11.6 billion boost in arms spending, warning of ‘severe threat’
Spending, which will include new missiles, follows "severe threat" from mainland China.
Philippines looking for funds to replace aging fleet of PH Air Force
Philippines looking for funds to replace aging fleet of PH Air Force
Malaysia’s Parliament to reconvene on July 26, with Umno facing deep split
Malaysia's Parliament to reconvene on July 26, with Umno facing deep split
