US-China tensions
Blinken's Shanghai visit sets friendly tone amid U.S.-China strains
Secretary of state watches basketball, strolls Bund, hails people-to-people ties
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Climate Change
Singapore's Temasek and BlackRock venture closes $1.4bn climate fund
Japan's Mizuho and MUFG join investment vehicle to push decarbonization
International relations
Pakistan and Iran agree to boost trade, but Washington casts long shadow
Sanction fears could make it tough for neighbors to expand bilateral business
Automobiles
Hyundai Motor Q1 profit falls as EV demand weakens
Automaker says it is responding to market trends with more hybrids
Supply Chain
Nokia cuts orders with China-listed supplier as U.S. pushes 'clean network'
Telecom sector's supply shift escalates as companies avoid even Chinese capital
Opinion
Taiwan's Lai should not overlook 'new south' neighbors
Tsai Ing-wen's signature policy has built considerable goodwill
Myanmar Crisis
Myanmar refugees sent back from Thailand as military, rebels regroup
Thousands take shelter at border as rebels hold off military convoy
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Business deals
Toyota teams up with Tencent for drive into China's EV market
Two companies to work together on AI and cloud computing for electric cars
Automobiles
Beijing auto show welcomes world as China's carmakers aim to conquer it
Return of exhibition comes as brutal price war, export friction drive overseas production
Politics
Taiwan president-elect picks team of security, diplomatic heavyweights
Lai prioritizes cabinet stability amid China pressure, U.S. election uncertainty
Cryptocurrencies
Hong Kong crypto hub takes shape with approvals, hiring
Binance-backed platform's former CEO has joined securities commission, sources say
Finance
Goldman Sachs to name Hidehiro Imatsu as Japan unit president
52-year-old Japanese to succeed longtime head Mochida
Semiconductors
SK Hynix returned to profit in Q1 on AI chip leadership
South Korean chipmaker to expand production capacity as demand expected to rise further
Japan-South Korea ties
U.S. official says Kishida and Yoon deserve Nobel Peace Prize
Kurt Campbell seeks to 'elevate and celebrate' Japan-South Korea rapprochement
Economy
South Korea GDP grows 1.3% in first quarter, beating estimates
Asia's fourth-largest economy picks up pace on construction and spending increases
Semiconductors
TSMC aims to produce ultra-advanced 1.6-nm chips by 2026
Taiwan chip titan aims to secure leading position and capture AI demand
Defense
Japan sees 'transition phase' in dual-use military export controls
Ministry says changes in global environment require tougher measures
Insurance
Japan insurers to halve bond purchases, awaiting next BOJ hike
Industry leaders turn to alternative assets to lift returns in meantime
U.S. elections 2024
Biden signs Ukraine aid package after battle among Republicans
Long-sought ammunition headed to Kyiv; legislation also gives U.S. funds to Israel
Opinion
Kishida may pay a price, but has handled LDP scandal shrewdly
Moves by Japanese prime minister could have lasting impact on country's politics
Markets
Nidec faces market pressure as founder rips 'unfair' China EV war
Investors picking winners, such as suppliers related to charging facilities
China up close
Analysis: The ulterior motive behind Xi Jinping's latest military reforms
Reorganization of Strategic Support Force shows Xi preparing for a fourth term
Technology
Sony installs AI cameras in 500 Japan 7-Elevens for consumer analysis
Setup measures viewership of in-store signs and subsequent purchases
Energy
European Energy Exchange lists Asia LNG futures, eyeing Japan demand
Bourse hopes to tap into hedging transactions by Japanese power companies