A top Chinese diplomat warned Canada Thursday against granting asylum to Hong Kong democracy protesters, adding that doing so could jeopardize the "health and safety" of Canadians living in the ... ( read original story ...)
With eye on China, Japan’s Suga seeks tighter ties with Vietnam, Indonesia
Japan's new leader will aim to beef up security ties when he visits Vietnam and Indonesia next week amid concerns about Beijing's growing assertiveness, but he is likely to steer clear of the harsh ... ( read original story ...)
UPDATE 1-Glencore to send 1st spot LNG cargo to China’s Zhoushan in key JV
Swiss-based global mining and commodities trader Glencore is set to send its first spot liquefied natural gas cargo to Zhoushan in eastern China in a trading joint venture with Zhejiang Energy Group, ... ( read original story ...)
Alibaba-affiliated marketplace to leave Taiwan, again
Separated by a strait, the internet in Taiwan and mainland China are two different worlds. The decision came two months after the Investment Commission under Taiwan's Ministry of Economic Affairs rule ... ( read original story ...)
Georgia Southern University to hold in person graduation ceremonies in December
Georgia Southern grads will have the opportunity to walk down the aisle to receive their diplomas this semester. The university says it will hold in-person commencement ceremonies this December if ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore must stay plugged into world to succeed: DPM
Even as the Covid-19 situation in Singapore stabilises and the country shifts its focus to economic recovery, it needs to stay open and connected to the world, Deputy Prime Minister Heng Swee Keat ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore must stay plugged into world to succeed: DPM
Even as the Covid-19 situation in Singapore stabilises and the country shifts its focus to economic recovery, it needs to stay open and connected to the world, Deputy Prime Minister Heng Swee Keat ... ( read original story ...)
Kyrgyzstan’s President Resigns Amid Turmoil Following Disputed Election
"I'm not clinging to power," Sooronbay Jeenbekov said. The new prime minister, sprung from jail, says he'll become president. Russia, Kyrgyzstan's main ally, is freezing aid until the situation calms. ( read original story ...)
Kyrgyzstan’s President Resigns Amid Turmoil Following Disputed Election
"I'm not clinging to power," Sooronbay Jeenbekov said. The new prime minister, sprung from jail, says he'll become president. Russia, Kyrgyzstan's main ally, is freezing aid until the situation calms. ( read original story ...)
In Thailand, a Free-Money Program Is Also a Data Experiment
The government is funneling assistance to the poor via cash cards—a convenient way to monitor spending despite privacy concerns. ( read original story ...)