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China vents fury at Philippines over Taiwan congratulations

Relations sour further as Beijing accuses Manila of interfering in China’s internal affairs.

Al Jazeera

China's Economic Slowdown Leaves Wealthy Chinese Struggling to Afford Marriage

Discover how the slowing Chinese economy is impacting marriage rates as wealthier individuals voice concerns about the affordability of tying the knot.

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North Korea's Kim Jong-Un Believes Unification With South Korea No Longer Possible

The two Koreas remain technically at war with the presence of nearly two million troops at the border.

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OPINION - William Lai and Taiwan are brave freedom fighters and Britain should support them

Taiwan always comes at the end of the list of threats to global security. When analysts discuss threats to world peace, there are three that come up: the war in Ukraine, the Israel-Palestinian conflict ... and the situation in Taiwan. It is in the news because on Saturday, its people…

Evening Standard

Taiwan revels in its young democracy as president-elect charts fresh course

For many voters, regardless of stripe, the biggest takeaway from the election is pride in the system itself and carrying out a transparent vote

The Guardian - AU

China Bids To Woo Back Global Elites At Davos Forum

China will put on a show of force Tuesday with a large delegation represented by Prime Minister Li Qiang at the annual meeting of global elites in Davos, despite shadows cast by wars raging in Ukraine and Gaza.

International Business Times

North Korea’s Kim shuts agencies working for reunification with South Korea

Kim Jong Un says his country does not want war but does not seek to avoid it.

Al Jazeera

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Morning Digest | PM Modi, Putin discuss India-Russia strategic partnership; Supreme Court to deliver verdict on Chandrababu Naidu’s plea today, and more

The Hindu Morning Digest gives a select list of stories to start the day. Read the top news today on January 16, 2024

The Hindu

Nauru cutting Taiwan ties 'doesn't shift power balance'

Nauru has become the first nation to break diplomatic ties with Taiwan and recognise the Chinese government in Beijing following the election in Taipei.

AAP

N. Korea Abolishes Agencies Working For Reunification With South

North Korea is formally abolishing key government agencies charged with promoting cooperation and reunification with the South, state media said Tuesday, as leader Kim Jong Un called for constitutional changes allowing Pyongyang to "occupy" Seoul in war.

International Business Times

North Korea scraps agencies managing relations with South as Kim Jong Un cites hostility with rival

North Korea has abolished key government organizations tasked with managing relations with South Korea, state media said Tuesday, as authoritarian leader Kim Jong Un said he would no longer pursue reconciliation with a rival he declared as his country’s most hostile adversary

The Independent UK

Philippines plans military upgrades to disputed South China Sea outposts

Manila will upgrade islands and acquire more ships to modernise its military amid tensions with China.

Al Jazeera

Taiwan election: Who is Lai Ching-te and how many votes did he win?

Taiwan has voted in their next president. Here are the key numbers from the race

Evening Standard

China condemns foreign officials' show of support for Taiwan

This article discusses the recent elections in Taiwan and the concerns about potential conflict with China. It also highlights China's efforts to isolate T...

Top News

Taiwan's diplomatic alliance threatened as Nauru switches allegiance to China

Taiwan condemns China as former ally Nauru switches diplomatic allegiance, while the US shows support with an unofficial delegation visiting Taiwan.

International Business Times

5 ASEAN Countries Reaffirm Commitment To 'One China' Policy After Taiwan's Pro-Sovereignty Party Wins

Five members of the 10-nation ASEAN bloc have reaffirmed adherence to the "One China" policy after Taiwan's ruling pro-sovereignty party claimed a third consecutive victory in Saturday's presidential election.

France 24

Taiwan hails US ties but loses rare ally as Pacific nation Nauru switches to China

Taiwan's president-elect Lai Ching-te on Monday hailed the island's "solid partnership" with the United States as he welcomed a delegation from Washington making a post-election visit expected to anger Beijing. But in a blow to Taipei, the tiny South Pacific nation of Nauru announced it was severing diplomatic ties with…

The Guardian - UK

‘It’s difficult to survive’: China’s LGBTQ+ advocates face jail and forced confession

Trans and queer people and their supporters suffer ‘systemic persecution’ as country pushes increasingly conservative values

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Taiwan's President-elect Lai Hails US Support As Delegation Visits

Taiwan's president-elect Lai Ching-te on Monday hailed the island's "solid partnership" with the United States, as he welcomed a delegation from Washington making a post-election visit expected to anger Beijing.

Al Jazeera

Taiwan’s Tsai and Lai welcome US support as Beijing fumes over election

Unofficial delegation from Washington meets self-ruled island’s president and president-elect in Taipei.

The Hindu

We are prepared to protect territorial integrity at all costs, says Army chief

Army chief Gen. Manoj Pande said the Indian Army maintains a robust posture on the borders, prepared to protect territorial integrity at all costs.

The Independent UK

Maldives leader demands removal of Indian military from the archipelago by mid-March amid spat

Maldives’ President Mohamed Muizzu wants the Indian military personnel stationed in his archipelago nation withdrawn by March 15

The Guardian - UK

Taiwan’s election result is a triumph for democracy – and a thorn in Beijing’s side

There are reservations about the victorious DPP, but the result – and the peaceful nature of the elections – is a sign of hope in a world gone mad, says critic Michelle Kuo

International Business Times

Maldives Tells India To Withdraw Troops By March As Row Deepens

The Maldivian president told India Sunday to withdraw its nearly 100 troops by March 15, a day after returning from China where he signed a raft of deals.

The Guardian - UK

Red Sea threat lays bare economic risks ahead of US and UK elections

Panic is confined to media headlines for now but Britain is as addicted as ever to Asian imports

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