East Asia

Exports Drive South Korea’s 2% 2024 Growth Amid Domestic Weakness

The Bank of Korea (BoK) confirmed that South Korea's economy grew by 2% in 2024, matching earlier projections

March 5, 2025

Japanese Researchers Identify Protein Linked to Aging, Offering Hope for Longer, Healthier Lives

Researchers in Japan have identified a protein, AP2A1, as a key factor in the aging process. Their findings, published in...

March 1, 2025

Japan, U.S., and South Korea Collaborate on Hydrogen and Tech Innovation

Japan, the United States, and South Korea have launched a joint initiative to advance hydrogen energy and critical technologies, aiming...

February 21, 2025

Thursday Asia News Roundup, February 20, 2025

Asia’s economic, political, and business landscapes are buzzing with transformative events on February 20, 2025

February 20, 2025

Tuesday Asia Roundup, February 19, 2025

Asia’s economic, political, and business landscapes are electrified with pivotal events on February 19, 2025. From market tremors

February 19, 2025

Honda-Nissan $60 Billion Merger Collapses Amid Disputes Over Control

On February 13 2025 Japanese automakers Honda and Nissan officially announced the collapse of merger talks that began. Analysis from...

February 13, 2025

Japan’s U.S. Investments Hit Record High Amid China Slowdown

Japanese government data revealed that Japan’s foreign direct investment (FDI) in the United States reached a record. Analysis from The...

February 10, 2025

Defense or Defiance? Japan’s Dilemma as Trump Demands Trade Concessions

President Donald Trump threatened Japan with “reciprocal tariffs” during Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba’s February 7. Analysis from The Rio Times.

February 9, 2025

Japan’s Interest Rate Decision Takes Center Stage as Trump Begins Second Term

The global financial landscape braces for change as Donald Trump assumes his second term as U.S. President. His inauguration on...

January 19, 2025