North Korea Sidesteps Sanctions with Global Partnerships and Cyber Heists
North Korea has cleverly bypassed UN sanctions, engaging in unauthorized trade and cyberheists to fund its nuclear ambitions
March 27, 2024Section
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Yen’s Historic Decline Triggers Intervention Speculation
After the Bank of Japan (BOJ) moved away from its negative interest rate policy, the yen fell to a 34-year...
March 27, 2024
From Pacifist to Powerhouse: Japan’s 6th Gen Fighter Jet Export Plans
Japan is transitioning from its pacifist post-World War II stance to a significant defense exporter role globally.
March 26, 2024
Mumbai Tops Asia’s Billionaire List
Mumbai has ascended to become Asia's premier city for billionaires, surpassing Beijing and ranking just below global frontrunners.
March 25, 2024
India Joins the Deep-Sea Mining Race Amid Environmental Concerns
India has entered the race for deep-sea mining, applying for two licenses to extract critical metals like cobalt, copper, manganese
March 21, 2024
Bank of Japan Hikes Rates Above Zero After Eight Years
After eight years of maintaining interest rates below zero, the Bank of Japan (BOJ) has made a historic decision to...
March 19, 2024
South Korea’s Tech Surge Against Nvidia
In South Korea, known for chip making, startups are diving into AI chip design. They aim to get a piece...
March 15, 2024
Japan’s Intellectual Property Ambition Versus Innovation Realities
In the 2000s, Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi charted a course for Japan to excel in intellectual property (IP), aiming to...
March 14, 2024
Mercosur and Japan Set for Free Trade Agreement Talks
Mercosur and Japan launch free trade talks. The strategic pivot toward Asia-Pacific markets alongside European negotiations. Expert coverage from The...
March 11, 2024