Asia Pacific Focus

China halts Taiwan drills but concerns over war continue 

Beijing has announced of halting all military drills around Taiwan, for now, but has stressed that training and preparation for… Read More

August 10, 2022

Why is New Zealand’s Jacinda Ardern losing popularity?

The chances of current New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern are looking slim and shakier with each passing day. The… Read More

August 9, 2022

State funeral and burial ceremony for late president Fidel Ramos

Former Philippine President Fidel V. Ramos, who passed away on July 31, was laid to rest on Tuesday, August 9,… Read More

August 9, 2022

Globe hits Dito for ‘fraudulent’ calls, demanding P622 million

Globe Telecom, which is owned and operated by the Ayala family, recently submitted a petition to the National Telecommunications Commission… Read More

August 9, 2022

Record rain kills 8 people in Seoul

The authorities announced on Tuesday, August 9, that at least eight people had died overnight in and around Seoul, the… Read More

August 9, 2022

Hong Kong reduces COVID-19 hotel quarantine from 7 to 3 days

An additional move will be taken by Hong Kong to progressively unwind harsh pandemic rules that have isolated the Asian… Read More

August 8, 2022

PH jobs grow, but inflation threatens recovery

In June, there were more people working full-time, but the most recent jobs numbers indicate that rising prices are holding… Read More

August 8, 2022

Thai nightclub owner arrested in 15-person fire

Officers announced on Sunday that the Thai police had apprehended the proprietor of a nightclub in connection with a fire… Read More

August 8, 2022

Despite poor global demand, China’s exports expand

China's export growth unexpectedly picked up speed in July, delivering a positive boost to the economy as it tries to… Read More

August 8, 2022

Celebrities, friends pay tribute to Cherie Gil

Cherie Gil, a beloved friend and a show business star, passed away on Friday, August 5, at the age of… Read More

August 7, 2022

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