Caixin
China overhaul of Company Law sparks praise but concerns some
Changes aim to fix loopholes and bolster investor confidence in economy
News By Location
Market Spotlight
South Korea's plan to boost stock market disappoints investors
Chaebol benefit from low share prices due to high inheritance tax, experts say
Economy
More young Japanese choosing flexibility over full-time jobs
Rising trend raises questions about social security programs
Opinion
Being a 'connector' for China is no longer working for Hong Kong
City needs to rethink economic role to show it can still be relevant
Education
Japanese universities set to raise foreign student tuition
Colleges seek to attract global talent by offering better support
Defense
U.S. seeks to revive idled shipyards with help of Japan, South Korea
Navy secretary visits Hyundai, Hanwha and Mitsubishi to invite investment
Politics
Malaysia mulls resuming search of missing MH370
Transport minister says he will try to persuade the Cabinet to approve the search
Politics
South Korean doctors holds a mass rally against medical policy
Demanding the government scrap the plan to increase medical school admissions
Pakistan elections
Shehbaz Sharif elected Pakistan's PM for second time
New government faces fierce opposition from Imran Khan's allies after rocky polls
Energy
Philippines' top energy firms partner for $3.3bn LNG facility
Aboitiz Power, Meralco to invest in San Miguel group's gas-fired power plants
Politics
Sunflower protests recast Taiwan's ties with the world, activist says
March is 10th anniversary of student movement that stopped a trade deal with China
Interview
Turkey's ex-president slams U.S. 'double standards' on Israel, Ukraine
Abdullah Gul says West's policies on conflicts could benefit China
Your Week in Asia
China 'Two Sessions', ASEAN-Australia Summit, Malaysia rate decision
Your weekly lineup of Asia's biggest business and political events
.JPG?width=300&height=168&fit=cover&gravity=faces&dpr=2&quality=medium&source=nar-cms)
Food & Beverage
Wasabi exports grow as Japan cuisine gains fans overseas
Wasabi food makers tweak spiciness and products for foreign tastes
Arts
Oscar-winning director Ryusuke Hamaguchi and the art of storytelling
Japanese filmmaker shares how his life shaped films like 'Evil Does Not Exist'
Bonds
China's record-low yields flash deflationary warning signs
Sluggish prices and population decline raise risk of Japanification
Consumer
Singapore watch strap brand aims for global reach
Delugs' handcrafted leather bands cater to any style
Opinion
Australia's clampdown on hate crimes should protect Jews too
Upsurge in antisemitic incidents and threats yet to result in police action
Automobiles
Toyota, Honda hybrids power U.S. sales growth streak for Japanese cars
Automakers log 18% rise in volume in February along with Subaru and Mazda
Materials
High-tech Japan lab seeks breakthrough in contact lenses
R&D will use advanced radiation microscope to see molecular level
Israel-Hamas war
U.S. carries out first airdrop of aid into Gaza
C-130 transport planes drop more than 38,000 meals on 66 pallets
Defense
Japan to take part in AsterX space defense drill with NATO members
South Korea will also join as concerns rise over Russian and Chinese threats
Energy
EU official praises green energy push by Malaysia's Sarawak
Bloc commits to mobilize $10.8bn for ASEAN sustainable projects
Travel & Leisure
Bento food tourism lures visitors to Japan
Classes making 'character' meals increasingly seen as main purpose of visits
Politics
Japan's lower house passes $750bn fiscal 2024 budget
Second-biggest ever, includes funds for inflation and earthquake relief, defense