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China Targets U.S. Defense Firms With Export Curbs After New American Sanctions
BEIJING, China — China announced new sanctions against several American defense-related companies on Monday, escalating a dispute with...
Taiwan Presses for U.S. Weapons as China Threats Remain a Concern
WASHINGTON — Taiwan continues to seek the approval of a proposed $14 billion U.S. arms package as concerns...
Putin Courts Southeast Asia as Russia Seeks Stronger Economic and Strategic Ties
MOSCOW, Russia - Russian President Vladimir Putin hosted leaders from Southeast Asia on Wednesday as Moscow sought to...
Vietnam police rescue over 500 cats in major animal theft ring bust
HANOI, Vietnam - Police in Vietnam have rescued more than 500 cats during a large-scale operation targeting an...
Hong Kong Launches First Five-Year Development Plan Aligned With Beijing Strategy
Hong Kong - Has begun a public consultation process for its first formal five-year development plan, marking a...
Cambodian Opposition Figure Appeals Conviction as Supreme Court Weighs Political Future
PHNOM PENH, Cambodia - Cambodian opposition politician Rong Chhun urged the country’s Supreme Court to overturn his incitement...
China’s Absence From G7 Summits Highlights a Growing Global Dilemma
PARIS - As leaders of the Group of Seven nations gather for their latest summit, questions are resurfacing...
Taiwan Opens Intelligence Tip Channel for Chinese Nationals Amid Ongoing Cross-Strait Tensions
TAIPEI, Taiwan — Taiwan’s National Security Bureau announced Sunday that it is creating a secure online reporting channel...
Powerful Earthquake and Tsunami Strike Southern Philippines, Killing Dozens
Philippines, Manila - A powerful offshore earthquake struck the southern Philippines on Monday, killing at least 35 people,...
Xi Jinping Visits North Korea as Beijing and Pyongyang Seek Closer Strategic Alignment
SEOUL, South Korea - Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived in North Korea on Monday for a closely watched...
