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North Korea May 24, 2024

North Korea may be preparing to launch military satellite, South Korea says

South Korea's military said it detected signs of possible preparations for a satellite launch in North Korea, which already has one military reconnaissance satellite in orbit.

Asia May 24, 2024

Philippines to continue staging combat drills in disputed waters, dismissing China's criticism as 'paranoia'

The Philippine defense secretary says it will continue to build security alliances and stage joint combat drills in disputed waters to defend its territorial interests.

Asia May 24, 2024

14 confirmed dead in Vietnam after fire burns apartment building

An overnight fire in an apartment building in Vietnam resulted in 14 deaths and six injuries. The fire started in a courtyard used for selling and repairing electric bikes.

Asia May 23, 2024

Malaysia seeks strong ties with US but not 'phobia' of China, PM says

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim voiced his country's open approach to international relations, saying that Malaysia doesn't hold a "China-phobia" policy.

South Korea May 23, 2024

South Korea, China and Japan leaders to meet for first trilateral talks since 2019

Leaders of South Korea, China and Japan will meet on May 27, 2024, in Seoul for their first trilateral talks since 2019. They will also have bilateral talks among themselves.

Asia May 22, 2024

Top Vietnamese security official sworn in as president, worrying human rights groups

Vietnam’s National Assembly has confirmed the country’s top security official, To Lam, as its new president. Human rights groups worry Lam could further suppress citizens' liberties.

Japan May 21, 2024

Japanese town erects giant screen in front of Mount Fuji to prevent tourist crowding

A Japanese town known for iconic views of Mt. Fuji has put up a large black screen on a stretch of a street to block a popular photo spot and deter tourists from being disruptive.

VIDEO May 20, 2024

China’s foreign ministry blasts Taiwan inauguration, Philippines standoff in South China Sea

Wang Wenbin, spokesperson for China’s Foreign Ministry, asserted China's sovereignty over Taiwan and the South China Sea following Taiwan's presidential inauguration. (Credit: Associated Press)

Asia May 20, 2024

Philippines accuses China of pillaging giant clams in disputed shoal

The Philippines has accused Chinese fishermen of damaging giant clam populations in a disputed area of the South China Sea controlled by China's coast guard.

Asia May 18, 2024

Philippine mayor accused of acting as Chinese asset amid investigation, tensions

Alice Guo provided what Philippine senators called "opaque" answers to questions about her background, leading to serious allegations about her allegiances.

VIDEO May 18, 2024

This is a 'strategic nightmare' to see Xi Jinping, Putin hug like this: Michael Pillsbury

Heritage Foundation senior fellow for China strategy Michael Pillsbury discusses Biden placing new tariffs on China and a 'new era' in partnership announced by Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin.