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Japan and Philippines trying to finish defense pact for signing in Manila as alarm grows over China

The Department of Foreign Affairs in Manila says top defense and foreign affairs officials of Japan and the Philippines will meet in Manila next month to strengthen strategic ties and discuss regional concerns

The Independent UK

5 things to know about Mongolia, a windswept democracy in the shadow of authoritarian giants

Mongolia, where parliamentary elections are being held Friday, is a sparsely populated and landlocked Asian nation known for its bitter winter cold and independent spirit

The Independent UK

World’s largest maritime drills begin in an increasingly tense Asia Pacific

The Rim of the Pacific exercises involve more than 25,000 personnel from 29 countries and will continue until August.

Al Jazeera

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Former Top Shanghai Lawmaker Admits Taking $20 Million in Bribes

Dong Yunhu’s downfall led to a series of arrests among Shanghai’s officialdom

Caixin Global

Chinese Communist party expels two ex-defence ministers for corruption

Li Shangfu, who vanished from public life last year, and Wei Fenghe accused of accepting gifts and facilitating benefits

The Guardian - UK

China’s Communist Party expels ex-defence ministers over corruption charges

Purge targets Li Shangfu and Wei Fenghe, the expulsions coinciding with heightened tensions with US over Taiwan.

Al Jazeera

Mongolia holds an election Friday. Its people see the government as benefiting the wealthy

A parliamentary election will be held in Mongolia on Friday for the first time since the body was expanded to 126 seats, adding some uncertainty to a vote that has been monopolized by two political parties and plagued by corruption

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US Issues Rare Criticism Of India In Religious Freedom Report

The United States offered rare criticism of close partner India in a report published Wednesday on religious freedom, while also voicing alarm over rising bigotry worldwide against both Jews and Muslims.

International Business Times

US ambassador calls China's tech support for Russia during Ukraine invasion a 'major mistake'

The U_S_ ambassador to Beijing says China's support for Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine by providing technology for missiles and other weaponry is a “major mistake.”

The Independent UK

At the Edge of Empire by Edward Wong review – changing state

A journalist merges family history with his own experience in Beijing to provide a fascinating insight into Chinese life and politics

The Guardian - UK

North Korea failed launch was possible hypersonic weapon: Seoul

North Korea announced plans in 2021 to develop more sophisticated weapons, including hypersonic missiles.

Al Jazeera

Cash-strapped Sri Lanka Set To Sign Key Debt Deals With Lenders

A treasury delegation is on its way to France to sign agreements with creditors on Wednesday, government spokesman Bandula Gunawardana said.

International Business Times

China's premier slams trade tensions as EV exports are hit by tariffs

China’s premier has defended open markets and the importance of green technologies for stabilizing global growth as he opened a forum with political and business elites in northeastern China

The Independent UK

Hong Kong court edges closer to sentencing democracy activists involved in unofficial primary

A Hong Kong court on Tuesday began to hear pleas for lenient sentences from some prominent pro-democracy activists who were found guilty in the city’s biggest national security case and now face up to life in prison

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China Premier Calls To 'Oppose Decoupling' At Economic Forum

China's premier called Tuesday for countries to "oppose decoupling", as economic tensions simmer between Beijing and the European Union, a key trading partner that is preparing to impose new tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles next month.

International Business Times

US Says China Fears N.Korea Crisis After Putin Trip

China, despite its public alliance with Russia, is worried North Korea could be emboldened into starting a regional crisis following President Vladimir Putin's visit, a top US official said Monday.

International Business Times

Taiwan President Seeks To Overturn Controversial Reform

Proponents of the expansion say it is needed to curb corruption, but critics fear the laws could weaken self-ruled Taiwan's democracy against the influence of China -- which claims the island as part of its territory.

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US Diplomat Emphasizes Strong Partnership With Vietnam

Explore the strong U.S.-Vietnam relationship, economic ties, and concerns over China's actions in the South China Sea.

The Independent UK

A U.S. envoy visits Hanoi days after Putin, saying US-Vietnam trust is at 'all-time high'

A senior U.S. diplomat has held talks in Vietnam and said that the trust between the two countries is at an “all-time high,” just days after Russian President Vladimir Putin’s state visit to Hanoi

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