Asia & Pacific

North Korea Fires Ballistic Missiles, Dismisses Seoul’s Diplomacy Hopes

North Korea launched multiple ballistic missiles into sea, South Korea said, continuing tests that undermine hopes for easing regional tensions.

Taiwan Opposition Leader’s China Visit Raises Concerns Over Beijing’s Influence, Analysts Say

A planned meeting between Taiwanese opposition leader Cheng Li-wen and Chinese leader Xi Jinping is drawing mounting scrutiny in Taiwan.
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Tokyo’s Latest Missile Plan Could Thwart Chinese Invasion of Taiwan: Analysts

A Japanese planned missile deployment will deter Beijing’s activities in the region and buy the US–Japan alliance crucial time to block a potential Chinese invasion of Taiwan.

Hong Kong Court Overturns Jimmy Lai’s Fraud Conviction

Hong Kong court overturns Jimmy Lai’s fraud convictions, a rare win as he still faces 20 years in prison on a separate national security case.

Tokyo to Host US-Driven Indo-Pacific Energy Meeting in March

Tokyo is set to host the inaugural Indo-Pacific Energy Security Ministerial and Business Forum as part of President Trump’s energy strategy later this year.

Former South Korean President Sentenced to Life Imprisonment for Insurrection

Former South Korean President Yoon Sook Yeol was found guilty and sentenced to life for abuse of authority and orchestrating an insurrection.

Japanese Companies Quietly Pulling Back From China Over Increased Instability: Insiders

Security fears, political risk, and supply-chain de-risking are reshaping how Japanese companies view China’s manufacturing future.

Takaichi’s Ruling Bloc Wins Landslide Election in Japan’s Lower House

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s ruling coalition swept to a single-party majority victory in a critical parliamentary election on Feb. 8.