East Asia

Japan’s Corporate Bankruptcies Surge to 11-Year High in 2024

Corporate bankruptcies in Japan hit a startling 11-year high in 2024 signaling significant economic challenges. Coverage and analysis from The...

January 15, 2025

South Korean President Arrested After Failed Martial Law Attempt

South Korean authorities arrested President Yoon Suk Yeol on January 15 2025 by the Corruption Investigation Office. Analysis from The...

January 15, 2025

North Korean Troops Face Suicide Orders in Ukraine Conflict

Ukrainian forces captured two North Korean soldiers in Russia's Kursk region, as reported by President Volodymyr Zelensky on January 11,...

January 14, 2025

South Korean Sentiment Shifts: Yoon’s Party Gains Ground as Arrest Looms

Several public opinion polls in South Korea show support for the ruling People Power Party (PPP) is recovering. This swing...

January 14, 2025

Chips of Power: The Role of Semiconductors in the Battle for Global Dominance

(Analysis) In the global race for technological supremacy semiconductors have emerged as the most critical asset. Coverage and analysis from...

January 14, 2025

Japan’s LNG Empire: How the Island Nation Is Reshaping Global Energy Trade

Japan owns the world's largest and most valuable fleet of liquefied natural gas (LNG) carriers, solidifying its position as a...

January 6, 2025

Biden Blocks U.S. Steel Acquisition, Nippon Steel Vows Legal Action

President Joe Biden halted the $14.1 billion acquisition of U.S. Steel by Japan's Nippon Steel. The White House cited national...

January 3, 2025

South Korean Police Move to Arrest Ousted President

South Korean investigators have begun executing an arrest warrant for ousted President Yoon Suk Yeol. The Corruption Investigation Office announced...

January 3, 2025

Asian Markets Close Mixed Amid Global Uncertainties

Asian stock markets closed with mixed results on Friday. The start of the year brought a somber mood to global...

January 3, 2025