Like other countries, there has been fierce public debate in Indonesia over whether, how and when the government should respond to the pandemic. Tensions have played out between levels of government, ... ( read original story ...)
The Guardian view on India’s strongman: in denial about a Covid crisis
Last month Narendra Modi, India’s strongman prime minister, performed the religious rites to consecrate the building of a Hindu temple on the site of a mosque whose destruction two decades ago sparked ... ( read original story ...)
India records 90,000-plus coronavirus cases for fourth day in a row
India reported 94,551 new coronavirus cases Sunday, the fourth day in a row the Asian nation recorded more than 90,000 infections. ( read original story ...)
India considers emergency authorisation of vaccine as COVID-19 cases surge
India said on Sunday it was considering granting an emergency authorisation for a COVID-19 vaccine, particularly for the elderly and people in high-risk workplaces, as the country's number of reported ... ( read original story ...)
Decoupling From China: There’s Precedent
A former U.S. trade negotiator says Japan, India and Australia have already taken steps. Also: Kenosha, my hometown; making the switch to metric. ( read original story ...)
U.S., China Spar Over Mainland Detention of 12 Hong Kong Activists
China’s arrest of 12 Hong Kong pro-democracy activists is fueling a new war of words between Washington and Beijing. ( read original story ...)
‘Mulan’ brings in $23.2 million during lackluster opening weekend in China
Disney had high hopes that "Mulan" would thrive in China, but the live-action remake of the beloved animated film didn't make quite the splash that was expected. ( read original story ...)
Can China Turn Europe Against America?
In this week’s summit, Xi seeks to play Nixon, luring new allies with cash and upending trade routes. ( read original story ...)
Infiltration: Communist China’s Campaign to Reshape U.S. Education | Opinion
The Chinese Communist Party ruthlessly seeks to influence and infiltrate us. We best be on guard and act accordingly. ( read original story ...)
Taiwan Central Bank Urges Traders to Show Restraint Selling Dollars
Taiwan's central bank on Sunday said it was urging foreign exchange traders to exercise restraint when it came to selling U.S. dollars and not sell large amount ... ( read original story ...)