Tag Archives: Asia

Devastating Impact of Typhoon Kong-rey on Taiwan

TAIPEI – Typhoon Kong-rey, the most powerful storm to directly hit Taiwan in nearly three decades, made landfall on the island’s eastern coast this afternoon, unleashing a torrent of destruction. With winds exceeding 200 km/h at its center, Kong-rey has … Continue reading Devastating Impact of Typhoon Kong-rey on Taiwan

Gourmet tour at the Hong Kong Wine & Dine Festival

HONG KONG – Hong Kong once again showcased what the metropolis has to offer in terms of cuisine. The annual Hong Kong Wine & Dine Festival returned to the Central Harbourfront from October 23 to 27. This year, the festival … Continue reading Gourmet tour at the Hong Kong Wine & Dine Festival

Typhoon Approaches Philippines Amid Recovery Efforts

MANILA – Villagers in northern provinces of the Philippines are being forced to evacuate as Typhoon Kong-rey approaches, compounding the challenges faced by a nation still grappling with the aftermath of a recent storm that claimed at least 182 lives … Continue reading Typhoon Approaches Philippines Amid Recovery Efforts

Malaysia: Niah National Park declared a World Heritage Site

KUALA LUMPUR – The Malaysian Niah National Park in the Malaysian state of Sarawak, has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This award highlights the park’s extraordinary cultural and natural significance, honoring its unique prehistoric sites as well as … Continue reading Malaysia: Niah National Park declared a World Heritage Site

German-Indian Rapprochement: New Perspectives in New Delhi

NEW DELHI – Berlin and New Delhi are aiming to deepen their trade relations – a venture that was reaffirmed at the recent meeting between Chancellor Olaf Scholz and Prime Minister Narendra Modi in India’s capital, New Delhi. Despite the … Continue reading German-Indian Rapprochement: New Perspectives in New Delhi

China: Lufthansa capitulates to global competition

FRANKFURT—The German airline Lufthansa has officially confirmed that it will temporarily suspend its daily flight service from Frankfurt to Beijing due to intense competition and economic considerations. This decision, which comes into effect with the winter flight schedule on October … Continue reading China: Lufthansa capitulates to global competition

Vietnam: Upskilling Labor for a High-Value Economy

HANOI – In a decisive pivot towards economic modernization, Vietnam stands at a pivotal juncture with its burgeoning relationship with global technology giants. The Southeast Asian nation, traditionally an agrarian economy, is now orchestrating a strategic overhaul aimed at transitioning … Continue reading Vietnam: Upskilling Labor for a High-Value Economy

Indonesia’s New Era: Prabowo Subianto Takes the Helm

JAKARTA – As the sun rises on October 20, 2024, Indonesia stands on the cusp of a pivotal moment in its political history. The nation’s capital, Jakarta, is abuzz with anticipation as it prepares to witness the inauguration of Prabowo … Continue reading Indonesia’s New Era: Prabowo Subianto Takes the Helm

North Korea officially declares South Korea an enemy

PYONGYANG – In an unprecedented amendment to its constitution, North Korea has declared South Korea its principal enemy. This development marks a dramatic turning point in the already tense relations between the two countries on the Korean Peninsula. The state … Continue reading North Korea officially declares South Korea an enemy