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Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics
May 8, 2017
Election poised to bring South Korea change following months of political upheaval
After one of South Korea's most tumultuous political periods in recent memory, voters appear ready for change.
Japan Times
WORLD / Science & Health
May 8, 2017
Unmanned U.S. Air Force space plane returns after secret, two-year mission
The U.S. military's experimental X-37B space plane landed Sunday at NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida, completing a classified mission that lasted nearly two years, the air force said.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
May 6, 2017
North Korea accuses CIA and Seoul of plot to assassinate Kim Jong Un
North Korea on Friday accused the U.S. Central Intelligence Agency and South Korea's intelligence service of a failed plot to assassinate its leader Kim Jong Un with a biochemical bomb at a military parade in Pyongyang.
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics
May 5, 2017
As Trump cozies up to China's Xi, Dalai Lama has to wait on the sidelines
When Donald Trump was elected in November, the Dalai Lama said he was keen to meet the incoming U.S. president, but since then Trump has cozied up to China's leader Xi Jinping, making it less likely the man Beijing deems a separatist will get an invite to the White House anytime soon.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics / FOCUS
May 4, 2017
In the South, voters seeking 'Korea first' leader may head to polls in near-record numbers
Jason Lim, a 36-year-old South Korean engineer living in Washington, thinks it is important to maintain a solid alliance with the United States — but not at any cost.
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics
May 3, 2017
Trump nominee for China ambassador promises firm line on Beijing
President Donald Trump's nominee for ambassador to China promised on Tuesday to take a firm line with Beijing on issues from North Korea to trade disputes and human rights, and seemed poised for an easy confirmation by the U.S. Senate.
ASIA PACIFIC
May 3, 2017
Activity resumes at North Korea nuclear site amid fears of sixth atomic test: report
Fresh satellite images indicate that activity has resumed at North Korea's nuclear test site, U.S. analysts said Tuesday, amid fears the reclusive nation may soon conduct its sixth atomic test.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / ANALYSIS
May 3, 2017
As U.S. and China find common ground on North Korea, will Russia aid Kim regime?
When North Korean leader Kim Jong Un sent Lunar New Year greetings this year, the first card went to Russian President Vladimir Putin, ahead even of leaders from China and other allies of the isolated country, according to its official news agency.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan
May 2, 2017
Why China's drones are taking off
China's hands-off approach, whether intentional or not, has created an environment in which startups can experiment with trial-and-error, take on increased risk and thrive.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
May 2, 2017
North Korea says U.S. bomber flights push peninsula to brink of nuclear war
North Korea accused the United States on Tuesday of pushing the Korean Peninsula to the brink of nuclear war after a pair of strategic U.S. bombers flew training drills with the South Korean and Japanese militaries in another show of strength.
ASIA PACIFIC
May 2, 2017
Satellite evidence points to North Korea's ramped-up sub-launched missile program: report
In a revelation that has strategic implications for Japan, analysis of satellite imagery shows the existence of North Korea's second submersible test-stand barge — a sign that the nuclear-armed country could be ramping up development of its submarine-launched ballistic missile (SLBM) program.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics
May 2, 2017
Thai navy chief defends China sub purchase, snubs criticism
Thailand's navy defended on Monday its plan to buy three submarines from China amid growing public criticism and questions over the need for the costly vessels.
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics
May 1, 2017
Trump confers with Asia allies on North Korean nuclear threat
U.S. President Donald Trump on Sunday stepped up outreach to allies in Asia to secure their cooperation to pressure North Korea over its nuclear and missile programs.
Japan Times
WORLD
May 1, 2017
Pentagon says U.S.-led fight against Islamic State forces has killed over 350 civilians
At least 352 civilians have been killed in U.S.-led strikes against Islamic State targets in Iraq and Syria since the operation began in 2014, the U.S. military said in a statement Sunday.
Japan Times
WORLD / Politics / ANALYSIS
Apr 30, 2017
Economists disagree with Trump's two-dimensional view of U.S. trade deficit
By President Donald Trump's math, renegotiating the North American Free Trade Agreement and other deals will largely pay for the massive tax cuts his Cabinet laid out this past week.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics
Apr 30, 2017
Trump warms to Xi, but risks leaving allies out to dry
U.S. President Donald Trump's warm words for Chinese President Xi Jinping as a "good man" will reassure Beijing that he finally understands the importance of good ties but risk leaving America's allies in the region puzzling over where they fit into the new order.
ASIA PACIFIC / Crime & Legal
Apr 29, 2017
China deports U.S. citizen convicted of espionage
China has deported a U.S. citizen who was convicted of espionage this week after being held without trial for two years, removing a source of friction between Washington and Beijing.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Apr 29, 2017
North Korea fails in latest test of ballistic missile
North Korea watches another ballistic missile test fizzle in its own territory, while Tokyo Metro plays up the drama by shutting down all its subway lines.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics
Apr 28, 2017
Trump says 'major, major' conflict with North Korea possible, but seeks diplomacy
U.S. President Donald Trump said on Thursday a major conflict with North Korea is possible in the standoff over its nuclear and missile programs, but he would prefer a diplomatic outcome to the dispute.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Apr 26, 2017
China launches first domestically built aircraft carrier
China launched its first indigenously built aircraft carrier Wednesday in a move that showcases the country's growing maritime clout amid simmering tensions over the disputed South and East China seas.

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