Daily News

These are sample stories on Asia which we track on a daily basis. The sources and links to the stories, which are available online, are acknowledged and listed. Where any of these stories require paid subscription to access, we've listed only the portion which the site allows.



China tells US to ‘hit the brakes’ as relations continue to deteriorate

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During his first press conference in his new role, Chinese Foreign Minister Qin Gang tried to blame the US for a wide range of problems the world is facing – accusing it of undermining efforts

Parliament approves SGD123.7bn Budget as debate ends

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Parliament here must avoid going down the path of others worldwide that have become gridlocked, hamstrung or at such loggerheads that countries cannot move forward, and their people pay the price, Leader of the House

Xi seen to tighten Communist Party grip with State Council reform

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A pivotal reform plan for the State Council – China’s cabinet – and a new leadership line-up are expected to be officially unveiled later this week, as the country’s top legislative body holds its key

N. Korea set to take ‘overwhelming’ actions against US-S. Korea military drills

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Kim Yo-jong, the sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong-un, warned on 7 Mar the North is ready to take “overwhelming” actions against military activities by the United States and South Korea, as its rivals

China increases military spending in face of ‘escalating’ threats

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China announced on 5 Mar an increase in its military spending while warning of “escalating” threats from abroad, at a meeting of its parliament that is set to hand Xi Jinping a third term as