Business trends
McDonald's, Starbucks, others hit by Indonesia, Malaysia boycotts
Muslims protest Western brands over perceived pro-Israel stance on Gaza
Politics
International relations
Australia upgrades relations with Vietnam to 'strategic partnership'
Hanoi's ties on par with those for U.S., China, India, South Korea, Japan and Russia
Politics
South Korea doctors' strike sets up political test for Yoon
As dispute intensifies, analysts say president's goal is electoral gains in April
U.S. elections 2024
Nikki Haley exit marks GOP shift to 'America First,' analysts say
Calls for global leadership fall flat as some U.S. lawmakers question Ukraine funding
Belt and Road
Chinese investment in Asia rose 37% in 2023, led by Indonesia
Report shows construction contracts also up 14%; Philippines, Pakistan among losers
Japan immigration
Japan races to court foreign talent as it doubles skilled worker cap
Better support and pay key to attracting up to 820,000 workers in 5 years
China debt crunch
China work report pledges to tackle local debt, without specifics
Annual document avoids contentious proposal to raise retirement age
Politics
U.S. Senate bill targeting China's BGI, WuXi AppTec moves forward
'Protectionist' legislation 'takes advantage of anger towards China,' GOP senator says
Opinion
Australia needs a new strategy to guide its defense planning
By establishing priorities, Canberra can better prioritize use of resources
China up close
Analysis: Post-Tiananmen 'openness' fades from Chinese politics
Xi advocates for a 'high-standard opening-up' but his regime is backsliding
U.S. elections 2024
Nikki Haley ends U.S. Republican presidential bid but doesn't endorse Trump
Trump wins endorsement of longtime Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell
China People's Congress
China central banker sees full toolbox as planners vow to hit GDP goal
Top economic officials hold rare joint news conference in attempt to shore up confidence
South China Sea
Australia and ASEAN call for South China Sea restraint, Gaza ceasefire
Statement calls for 'rules-based' order in region as Beijing looks to increase presence
International relations
Amid cyberscam threats, ASEAN-Australia pledge to tackle human trafficking
Expert says Australia must do more to fight transnational crime in Southeast Asia
U.S. elections 2024
Trump dominates Super Tuesday, but November vote may hinge on turnout
A battle between weak candidates could soon turn ugly, analysts say
The Nikkei View
Myanmar's conscription measure is unacceptable
Military must not force citizens to fight each other in a civil war
Transportation
Malaysia revives 'ambitious' high-speed rail plan amid hurdles
China Railway Construction, Hyundai unit among companies showing interest
Indonesia election
Lawmakers from Indonesia's top party urge probe into presidential vote
Prabowo's likely victory clouded by allegations of abuse of power, coercion
U.S. elections 2024
Biden and Trump begin to rack up Super Tuesday wins
Nation moving closer to historic rematch in November election
China People's Congress
China's Premier Li keeps first work report low key and under 1 hour
Xi Jinping's No. 2 headlines opening day of maskless National People's Congress
Interview
India's top diplomat points to 'new phase' in Japan defense ties
Jaishankar weighs in on awkward relations with China, Pakistan, Maldives
Automobiles
Chinese self-driving car developers slash California test drives
Didi pulls out of program as U.S. scrutiny of China tech mounts
China People's Congress
China congress report mentions 'security' record 29 times
Amid fears of unrest, leadership focuses on economy and domestic supply chains
Myanmar Crisis
ASEAN considers including Europe in defense talks to enhance ties
Move comes as China's clout grows, global tensions spill into Southeast Asia
South China Sea
Philippines blames China Coast Guard for South China Sea collisions
Manila says Chinese vessel's 'dangerous maneuvers' caused incident in waterway