Tag: East Asia
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A Decade Later, Chongqing Grows as a Global Logistics Hub
Introduction: A decade of connectivity Ten years after the launch of the Singapore-China Chongqing Connectivity Initiative (CCI), Chongqing is emerging not just as a regional hub but as a pivotal node in global logistics. The cross-border project, born from Singapore’s push to diversify trade routes and China’s drive to bolster its western hinterland, has transformed…
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Cambodia and Thailand Confirm Attendance at ASEAN Foreign Ministers Meeting in Kuala Lumpur to Defuse Border Tensions
Overview: A Step Toward De-Escalation at an ASEAN Milestone In a move aimed at stabilizing a volatile border region, Cambodia and Thailand have confirmed their participation in a special ASEAN Foreign Ministers meeting on December 22 in Kuala Lumpur. The gathering, convened under Malaysia’s diplomacy, is designed to kickstart negotiations to prevent further clashes along…
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Japan Urges China to Scale Back Tensions in Taiwan Row
Japan Calls for De-Escalation in Taiwan Tensions Japan has stepped into the ongoing Taiwan tensions by urging China to scale back its military and political responses and to pursue dialogue. The comments come after Beijing warned its citizens against visiting Japan and as tensions around Taiwan continue to draw international attention. Tokyo’s message was framed…
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Japan urges China to scale back response in Taiwan row
Japan Calls for De-Escalation in Taiwan Row In a move signaling a preference for diplomacy over confrontation, Japan urged China on Saturday to scale back its recent aggressive posture as tensions over Taiwan continue to simmer. The call came after Beijing warned its citizens against visiting Japan, a development that has added a new layer…
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Lee Jae Myung Calls for Closer Ties Among APEC Members
South Korea’s President Calls for Stronger APEC Cooperation South Korean President Lee Jae Myung underscored the importance of closer ties among Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) members as the region navigates unprecedented economic headwinds. Speaking during a regional gathering in Gyeongju, the president emphasized that shared challenges—ranging from supply chain fragilities to inflationary pressures—require unified responses…
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Kim Yo-jong’s Warning Against US, South Korea, and Japan
Overview of Kim Yo-jong’s Statements Kim Yo-jong, the sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong-un, has made headlines with her recent warnings regarding the joint military exercises conducted by the United States, South Korea, and Japan. In her latest remarks, she emphasized that these collaborative drills could generate significant negative consequences for the involved nations.…
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Genetic Mutation in East Asians Linked to Liver Disease Risk
Introduction Recent research has highlighted a significant genetic mutation prevalent among East Asian populations, linking it to an increased risk of liver disease. This finding sheds light on the underlying mechanisms behind liver health and opens avenues for preventive strategies that can mitigate risks associated with this mutation. Understanding the Genetic Mutation The genetic mutation…