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Why Seoul stands out among Asia’s top property markets
South Korea’s capital is in an enviable position as its office sector remains strong and its living sector holds considerable promise.
21 Oct 2024 - 4:30PM
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Why Thailand failed to escape the middle-income trap
20 Oct 2024 - 12:30PM
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In US vs Chinese soft power, guess how children are voting?
19 Oct 2024 - 9:30AM
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Time for cool-headed Asean diplomacy on the heated Korean peninsula
Given that efforts by the US, China, Russia and Japan have not worked, it may be useful for Asean and Indonesia to step in.
19 Oct 2024 - 8:30AM
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People at Seoul Railway Station in South Korea watch a television broadcast of North Korea blowing up parts of inter-Korean roads on October 15. Photo: AP
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Back Hong Kong’s tech hub bet with more funding and focus
Despite Hong Kong’s academic and research prowess, government support for innovation has historically been lower than in Singapore and Shenzhen.
17 Oct 2024 - 8:21AM
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As AI takes the world by storm, Asia stands to benefit
Amid rising demand for AI and cybersecurity, Southeast Asia’s lower costs, renewable energy and political neutrality are proving attractive.
16 Oct 2024 - 4:30PM
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China’s ICBM test may well redraw the global security landscape
More than a show of tech strength, it represents a shift in nuclear strategy and alliance stability that could redefine global security.
16 Oct 2024 - 9:30AM
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Why China is North Korea’s ‘closest comrade’, not Russia
Moscow had no use for Pyongyang until the Ukraine war, but Beijing has quietly supported and bankrolled the Kim regime for decades.
15 Oct 2024 - 9:30AM
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As attacks on Chinese workers in Pakistan grow, how will Beijing respond?
In the wake of deadly attacks on Chinese nationals in Pakistan, Beijing looks likely to get more directly involved in counterterrorism.
15 Oct 2024 - 8:37AM
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On climate change, stitch in time from clothing industry would save nine
With emissions from the textile and apparel industry set to surge, brands and suppliers must speed up efforts to decarbonise.
15 Oct 2024 - 12:20PM
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Asean members find common ground in disputed waters
Southeast Asian nations may take different tacks on China, but they share an interest in cooperating to defend their core interests.
14 Oct 2024 - 8:35AM
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How best to respond to hatred? With reason and kindness
In the midst of tribal politics, communities can bridge divides and avoid the vicious cycle of violence and revenge – through dialogue.
13 Oct 2024 - 4:30PM
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Malaysia’s youth survey reveals deep ethnic divides and hopes for fairer policies
A recent survey of Malaysian youth reveals stark ethnic divisions, with Malays largely supporting existing preferential policies while non-Malays advocate for equality.
13 Oct 2024 - 12:00PM
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As the world heats up, who will take charge of our survival?
With Earth on the brink of ecological tipping points, nothing short of a fully coordinated push can prevent worst-case warming scenarios.
12 Oct 2024 - 4:30PM
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Official corruption isn’t new, but first recorded case in China was unusual
Yangshe Fu, Chinese history’s first recorded corrupt official, was killed after accepting a nobleman’s daughter as a bribe in a court case.
12 Oct 2024 - 8:15AM
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Hong Kong’s underpaid foreign domestic workers deserve a living wage
Beyond survival, a fair wage would keep them away from unscrupulous money lenders and make Hong Kong more attractive to skilled workers.
12 Oct 2024 - 6:00AM
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Foreign domestic workers are seen on a flyover in Admiralty, Hong Kong, on July 28. Photo: Jelly Tse
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Reform financial markets now – or be forced into it with the next crash
It’s not just market volatility. We need to understand the deep structural forces sometimes beyond any single national regulator’s power.
12 Oct 2024 - 6:24AM
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How trust is redefining philanthropy in Asia
As Asian philanthropic organisations adopt trust-based practices, focusing on three key areas can help them provide a road map for others.
11 Oct 2024 - 2:30PM
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Strengthening Asean is key for the US to boost its Indo-Pacific strategy
Whether Donald Trump or Kamala Harris wins next month, a renewed focus on Asean will be essential for lasting stability amid China tensions.
11 Oct 2024 - 1:30PM
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Japan’s Ishiba to focus on security ties with South Korea to counter Pyongyang
Shigeru Ishiba’s ‘progressive’ views on thorny historical issues have raised hopes that ties between Japan and South Korea could improve.
11 Oct 2024 - 10:30AM
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un (middle) oversees a launch of a ballistic missile at an undisclosed place in North Korea. The threat from North Korea is expected to be a key focus in Shigeru Ishiba’s engagement with Yoon Suk-yeol. Photo: AP
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Asean neutrality remains key to regional peace amid US-China rivalry
As next Asean chair Malaysia shows, an open door to all, even with intensifying great power competition, is vital to stability and development.
11 Oct 2024 - 5:59AM
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To be a better connector, Hong Kong needs to know Asean better
We should not be complacent about Southeast Asia, and must cultivate stronger arts and cultural connections on the ground.
10 Oct 2024 - 6:05AM
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Exploding pagers expose worrying risks in Southeast Asia’s supply chains
For the small businesses dominating Southeast Asia’s consumer electronics industry, ensuring against external tampering would be a costly burden.
10 Oct 2024 - 6:18AM
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Time for cool-headed Asean diplomacy on the heated Korean peninsula
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Back Hong Kong’s tech hub bet with more funding and focus
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As AI takes the world by storm, Asia stands to benefit
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