US State Department Revises Taiwan Policy
WASHINGTON – The US State Department has recently revised the portrayal of its stance on Taiwan—a move that Taipei interprets as clear evidence of Washington’s enhanced support for the island. The passage previously featured on the department’s website, which stated … Continue reading US State Department Revises Taiwan Policy
Fashion Hong Kong Returns to London Fashion Week
HONG KONG/LONDON – Fashion Hong Kong is set to make a powerful statement at London Fashion Week as it returns to unveil the Autumn/Winter 2025 collections of four distinguished Hong Kong designer labels: ANGUS TSUI, Bettie Haute Couture, RICKYYWONG, and … Continue reading Fashion Hong Kong Returns to London Fashion Week
Thailand Intensifies Efforts to Combat Influenza Outbreak
BANGKOK – As of February 19, Thailand’s Ministry of Public Health reports a significant influenza outbreak, with 107,570 cases recorded and nine confirmed fatalities. The current infection rate has escalated to approximately 15,000 new cases weekly, a notable increase from … Continue reading Thailand Intensifies Efforts to Combat Influenza Outbreak
Thai Police Dismantle Cross-Border Fraud Syndicate
BANGKOK – Thai police have dismantled a massive US$187 million international fraud ring, arresting 10 suspects, including Chinese nationals, in a sweeping operation aimed at crippling organized cybercrime syndicates operating along the country’s borders. Authorities are now seeking 22 additional … Continue reading Thai Police Dismantle Cross-Border Fraud Syndicate
Singapore: Wet Weather for Remainder of February
SINGAPORE – The Meteorological Service Singapore (MSS) has issued a weather advisory for the latter half of February, predicting moderate to heavy thundery showers predominantly in the afternoons, with some extending into the evenings. This pattern is expected to result … Continue reading Singapore: Wet Weather for Remainder of February
ITB 2025: „The World of Travel Lives Here“
BERLIN – ITB Berlin Sets New Standards Ahead of the Trade Fair: With a 95% occupancy rate, a record number of international exhibitors from 165 countries, and strong growth in key travel segments, the world’s leading tourism trade fair reflects … Continue reading ITB 2025: „The World of Travel Lives Here“
President Marcos Jr. Redefines Philippine-China Relations
MANILA – Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has drawn a firm line in the sand against China, making his country’s increasingly strained relationship with Beijing a focal point of his campaign ahead of the May mid-term elections. Speaking in Mindanao, … Continue reading President Marcos Jr. Redefines Philippine-China Relations
Chip industry: Germany increasingly important player
BERLIN – Global semiconductor production is a key sector of the global economy in which Asian countries such as South Korea, Taiwan, Singapore, Malaysia, and China play a dominant role. According to a recent study conducted by the Ifo Institute … Continue reading Chip industry: Germany increasingly important player
Vietnam to Host ASEAN Future Forum 2025
HANOI – The Vietnamese Ministry of Foreign Affairs held an international press conference on Thursday to announce the ASEAN Future Forum (AFF) 2025, set to take place from February 25 to 26 under the theme “Building a United, Inclusive, and … Continue reading Vietnam to Host ASEAN Future Forum 2025
President Erdogan’s Strategic ASEAN Tour
KUALA LUMPUR/JAKARTA – President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s official visits to Malaysia and Indonesia signal a calculated move to strengthen Türkiye’s economic, political, and strategic engagement with Southeast Asia. This diplomatic tour, part of the “Asia Anew Initiative,” comes at a … Continue reading President Erdogan’s Strategic ASEAN Tour