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As US Withdraws From WHO, China Supercharges Its Public Health Diplomacy

As US Withdraws From WHO, China Supercharges Its Public Health Diplomacy

By Sailor Miao
Over the course of two decades, China has built a public health aid program for the world, turbocharged by the pandemic. As the U.S. retreats, China will only garner more influence globally.

How the Real Murders Behind the Hit Novel ‘Butter’ Exposed Japanese Media Misogyny

How the Real Murders Behind the Hit Novel ‘Butter’ Exposed Japanese Media Misogyny

By Martina Baradel
The “Konkatsu killer” case invites a deep reflection on the weight of societal expectations on gender and appearance in Japan.
The Rise of DeepSeek: China’s Answer to Silicon Valley’s AI Dominance 

The Rise of DeepSeek: China’s Answer to Silicon Valley’s AI Dominance 

By Dingding Chen, Vivian Toh , and Yue Wu
The future for Chinese tech companies will hinge on their ability to turn uncertainty into innovation – and opportunity.

Taiwan’s Stalled Energy Transition

Taiwan’s Stalled Energy Transition

By Elena Yi-Ching Ho
Amid weak government communication and a lack of transparency, renewable energy has become yet another partisan battleground in Taiwan.

What Will South Korea’s Post-Yoon Foreign Policy Look Like?

What Will South Korea’s Post-Yoon Foreign Policy Look Like?

By Lyle Goldstein
And should the United States be worried?

What’s Driving Taiwan’s Mass Protests?
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What’s Driving Taiwan’s Mass Protests?

Can Japan’s Ishiba Build a Good Personal Relationship With Trump? 

Can Japan’s Ishiba Build a Good Personal Relationship With Trump? 

By Takahashi Kosuke
Three things to watch at the first Japan-U.S. summit under both leaders.

Quad and AUKUS Face an Uncertain Future Under Trump

Quad and AUKUS Face an Uncertain Future Under Trump

By David M. Andrews
The challenge is to make a compelling case for Trump to support and endorse these partnerships.
Mongolia Signs Uranium Deal With French Nuclear Giant  

Mongolia Signs Uranium Deal With French Nuclear Giant  

By Bolor Lkhaajav
An investment agreement worth $1.6 billion will see France’s Orano Group and Mongolia’s MonAtom Group jointly develop the Zuuvch-Ovoo uranium mine.

China’s Overlooked AI Energy Edge Over the US: Cheaper Energy

China’s Overlooked AI Energy Edge Over the US: Cheaper Energy

By Sara Hsu
Much attention has been given to semiconductors, but it’s time to look at other elements in the AI supply chain that provide China with an advantage – starting with electricity. 

US Tech Companies Embrace AI ‘Arms Race’ With China – and the Money It Brings

US Tech Companies Embrace AI ‘Arms Race’ With China – and the Money It Brings

By Shannon Hong
U.S. tech CEOs have a clear financial interest in hyping the AI arms race, and the Trump administration is inclined to agree with that framing. 

Japanese Broadcaster Fuji TV’s Sexual Assault Scandal Sparks Major Corporate Crisis

Japanese Broadcaster Fuji TV’s Sexual Assault Scandal Sparks Major Corporate Crisis

By Thisanka Siripala
Fuji TV has been accused of cover-ups, mismanagement, and botched crisis response following allegations of sexual misconduct involving a celebrity TV personality.
The Big Myth About China’s Low Consumption

The Big Myth About China’s Low Consumption

By Xiaochen Su
Contrary to popular belief, Chinese consumers already spend much more of what they earn than their American counterparts. Low wages are to blame for stagnant consumption.

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