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CHINA

ASIA PACIFIC
Aug 30, 2016
Philippines says China must recognize South China Sea ruling
China will be the "loser" if it does not recognize an international court ruling against Beijing's territorial claims in the South China Sea, Philippine Foreign Minister Perfecto Yasay Jr. said Tuesday.
ASIA PACIFIC
Aug 30, 2016
China regulator to curb news that promotes 'Western lifestyles'
China will crack down on social and entertainment news that promotes improper values and "Western lifestyles," the country's broadcasting regulator said, the latest effort at censorship in an already strictly regulated media environment.
ASIA PACIFIC
Aug 30, 2016
Trade dispute, policy divisions hang over Trudeau trip to China
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau will visit Beijing this week seeking deeper ties with China but a trade dispute, government divisions over China policy and the case of a detained citizen could limit his gains.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Aug 30, 2016
In key step toward stronger defense ties, U.S., India ink military logistics agreement
The United States and India signed an agreement Monday governing the use of each other's land, air and naval bases for repair and resupply, a step toward building defense ties as they seek to counter the growing maritime assertiveness of China.
BUSINESS / Economy
Aug 30, 2016
During Asia visit, Obama faces test over trade pact amid U.S. opposition
When President Barack Obama travels to Asia next week, he will try to reassure leaders in the region that he still has the clout to deliver U.S. approval for the sweeping Trans-Pacific Partnership, even though the two candidates vying to succeed him and a congressional leader have said the 12-nation...
ASIA PACIFIC
Aug 30, 2016
China wants to hold successful G-20 but suspects West may try to derail agenda
China is hoping to cement its standing as a global power when it hosts leaders from the world's biggest economies this weekend, but suspects the West and its allies will try to deny Beijing what it sees as its rightful place on the international stage.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Aug 30, 2016
Chinese talk show host accuses Canadian tourism body of censoring discussion about Aboriginals on travel program
A Chinese talk show host has accused a Canadian government-backed tourism organization of censoring discussion of the country's Aboriginal issues on his program and says it caused an episode to be dropped.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics
Aug 29, 2016
Xi reshuffles senior party posts ahead of congress next year
Chinese President Xi Jinping has reshuffled three top provincial-level Chinese Communist Party posts as he seeks to place his men in key positions ahead of a congress next year. More new appointments are likely to follow.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics
Aug 29, 2016
As Obama heads to Laos, signs of a tilt away from China
The secretive communist government of Laos, a country with a population of less than 7 million, rarely causes a ripple on the diplomatic circuit. And yet its sleepy capital will spring to life this week when global leaders arrive for an Asian summit.
WORLD / Politics
Aug 28, 2016
In reshuffle, China names new Communist Party secretary for Tibetan region
China's ruling Communist Party on Sunday appointed a new senior official to run Tibet, considered one of the country's most politically sensitive positions due to periodic anti-Chinese unrest in the devoutly Buddhist Himalayan region.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Aug 28, 2016
U.S. troubles with election and TPP could embolden China in Asia
United States Defense Secretary Ash Carter warned a few months back that China risked a "great wall of self-isolation" for its actions in the disputed South China Sea. That hasn't deterred President Xi Jinping.
WORLD
Aug 27, 2016
For China, Russia is more cyberprey than cyberpredator, firm says
While the West sees Russia as a cyberpredator, hackers in the East increasingly view it as prey, according to online security company Kaspersky Lab, which says there's been a sharp spike in attacks from China.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Aug 26, 2016
Chinese, U.S. coast guards perform joint operations in rare bright spot for Sino-American relations
In a rare bright spot for strained Sino-U.S. relations, the U.S. Coast Guard has confirmed that it conducted joint operations in the Pacific with its Chinese counterpart this summer, part of annual patrols to deter illegal fishing.
COMMENTARY / World
Aug 25, 2016
Reducing U.S.-Sino tensions in the South China Sea
How to help ease tensions in what is often called the world's most important bilateral relationship.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Science & Health
Aug 24, 2016
China unveils Mars rover for 2020 mission
China has shown off the first images of the rover it plans to sent to Mars in mid-2020 to explore the surface for three months, the latest aim of its ambitious space program.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Aug 24, 2016
Duterte wants talks with China on sea dispute 'within the year'
Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte said Tuesday he expects talks with China on their South China Sea dispute within a year, adding that he will not raise an international ruling rejecting China's claims there when he attends a regional summit next month.
Japan Times
WORLD
Aug 24, 2016
New pair on the way for mother of only giant panda twins in U.S.
The mother of the only giant panda twins in the United States may soon deliver a second set of twins, Zoo Atlanta said on Tuesday, capping off an eventful month for lovers of the fluffy black and white bears across the globe.
COMMENTARY / Japan
Aug 23, 2016
Beware Beijing's self-serving interpretations of history
While Beijing invites ridicule for making weak or baseless territorial claims, the rest of the world should not it is deadly serious in defending them.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan
Aug 22, 2016
Overfishing spells trouble for China's future
In pursuing catch at all costs, China's fishermen have exacted a terrible environmental toll in Asia.
ASIA PACIFIC
Aug 22, 2016
China to strengthen Communist Party's role in nongovernmental bodies
China has issued new rules demanding the establishment of Communist Party panels in non-government bodies, aiming to beef up the ruling party's role in such social groups, amid a broad crackdown on civil society.
Inside Tokyo's 'phantom' stations — and the stories they tell
Mamoru Iwai, stationmaster of Keisei Ueno Station, says that, other than earthquake-proofing, the former Hakubutsukan-Dobutsuen (Museum-Zoo) Station has remained untouched.
Trump trims fentanyl-linked China tariffs after 'amazing' Xi meeting
U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping greet each other as they arrive for talks at the Gimhae Air Base, next to the Gimhae International Airport in Busan, South Korea, on Thursday.
Japanese and South Korean leaders agree to boost ties in first meeting
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi shakes hands with South Korean President Lee Jae Myung ahead of their talks at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation forum summit in Gyeongju, South Korea, on Thursday.
Takaichi and Xi reaffirm pledge in first meet to pursue ‘mutually beneficial’ ties
A screenshot from Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's X account shows Takaichi exchanging greetings with Chinese President Xi Jinping ahead of an Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit meeting in Gyeongju, South Korea, on Friday.　
Japan’s government ramps up bear control efforts amid rise in attacks
A bear roams around a field in the town of Kuzumaki, Iwate Prefecture, on Oct. 12.
Oasis returns to Japan after 16 years — and fans can still sing every word
Liam Gallagher commanded the stage with effortless charisma during Oasis' Tokyo Dome set on Saturday.
At Japan Mobility Show, BYD gears up to conquer Japan's EV market
BYD Auto Japan President Atsuki Tofukuji unveils the Racco at the Japan Mobility Show in Tokyo on Wednesday.
Oasis returns to Tokyo: Rain, rapture and rock
Fans wait to get into the Oasis show at Tokyo Dome on Saturday. While lining up in the rain, some broke into impromptu versions of the British rock group's hits.
Kyushu banzuke sets the stage to cement 2025’s sumo narratives
Onosato ahead of his bout against Aonishiki at The Grand Sumo Tournament at the Royal Albert Hall in London on Oct. 18
Tokyo Film Festival opens with global stars and a spotlight on Asian storytelling
Director Junji Sakamoto (left) walked the Tokyo International Film Festival red carpet with Sayuri Yoshinaga (center) and Non (right), who both play mountaineer Junko Tabei, the first woman to summit Mount Everest, in the biopic "Climbing for Life."

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