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East Asia
The FC-31, China’s ‘Other’ Stealth Fighter
By Rick Joe
A look at the jet with many names – and its carrier-based future.
China Steps Up Online Controls With New Rule for Bloggers
By Associated Press
Starting next week, China’s government will require bloggers to be approved to write on a wide range of topics, including economics, education, health, and foreign affairs.
Harvard Professor’s Article Sparks Outrage Over Its Depiction of Japanese Military Brothels
By Mitch Shin
While U.S. scholars and politicians criticized the article, it was defended by far-right activists in Japan – and South Korea.
Tokyo Olympic Chief Mori Resigned, But His Sexist Remarks Still Rankle
By Thisanka Siripala
For many, Mori’s derogatory remarks toward women were the final straw in growing distrust behind the delayed Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics.
Myanmar Protests Reveal Burgeoning Regional Civil Society
By Quah Say Jye
The Myanmar coup has revealed the lack of democratic resilience in Asia, but also the growing solidarity and strength of the region's civil society.
China Bans BBC World News Over Xinjiang Reporting
By Shannon Tiezzi
The move followed a BBC report on the systemic sexual abuse of Uyghurs, as well as a British decision to ban CGTN broadcasts.
Clubhouse Gave Taiwan and China a Rare Opportunity for Cross-Strait Dialogue
By Nick Aspinwall
The voice chat app’s brief moment in the sun revealed the stark difference in how Chinese and Taiwanese users experience the internet.
Could Biden Make US-China Trade Better for Workers?
By Michael Haack
If decoupling is not in the cards, the United States must find a way to ensure trade improves the lives of workers - on both sides of the Pacific.
Tokyo Olympics: Mori to Leave but Gender Issue Remains
By Associated Press
Despite the Olympic chief's resignation, Japan continues to be a country run "by a club of old men."
Japan Expects Biden to Rejoin the TPP
By Daisuke Akimoto
The U.S. was critical in convincing Japan to join the trade pact. Now Tokyo wants to bring Washington back into the fold.
First Biden-Xi Phone Call Shows Not Much Has Changed in US-China Relations
By Shannon Tiezzi
While China calls for cooperation, the new U.S. administration shares many of the same talking points of the Trump team.
South Korea’s Largest Internet Portal Shuts Down Controversial Trending Searches Chart
By Jenna Gibson
Naver will shutter the feature, which has been subject to economic and political manipulation in the past.