Asia Pacific – Page 121 – Prologue Journal

New Zealand, Indonesia rubbish bribe claims for pilot’s release: ‘this is a disgrace’

Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. The release of pilot Phillip Mehrtens after 19 months in captivity has sparked controversy as Papuan rebels claimed payments were made. https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/southeast-asia/article/3279594/new-zealand-indonesia-rubbish-bribe-claims-pilots-release-disgrace?utm_source=rss_feed

Singapore Exchange eyes Middle East move to target Dubai-bound hedge funds

Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. The planned expansion comes as major fund managers flock to Dubai, attracted by favourable tax conditions and government incentives. https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/southeast-asia/article/3279581/singapore-exchange-eyes-middle-east-move-target-dubai-bound-hedge-funds?utm_source=rss_feed

Japan sends official ‘to deal with’ fatal stabbing of Shenzhen schoolboy

Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. Fumio Kishida has demanded an explanation for the attack at Shenzhen Japanese School and urged China to ensure Japanese citizens’ safety. https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/east-asia/article/3279559/japan-sends-official-deal-fatal-stabbing-shenzhen-schoolboy?utm_source=rss_feed

Asia backs Kamala Harris, turbulent times for Malaysia Airlines: 5 weekend reads

Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. From Asia’s pick in the US election to Malaysia Airlines’ recent woes, here are five stories you may have missed over the weekend. https://www.scmp.com/news/world/article/3279546/asia-backs-kamala-harris-turbulent-times-malaysia-airlines-5-weekend-reads?utm_source=rss_feed

Forced From Home by War, They Found Solace in Soccer

New York Times For dozens of women who fled Myanmar and settled in Thailand, soccer has become a refuge from both the troubles of daily life and conservative cultural norms. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/09/23/world/asia/refugees-women-soccer-myanmar-thailand.html

Singapore’s ex-transport minister Iswaran faces trial in ‘high-stakes’ corruption case

Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. The trial, set for Tuesday, could challenge the PAP’s image and bring lesser-known aspects of public service to light, observers say. https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3279494/singapores-ex-transport-minister-iswaran-faces-trial-high-stakes-corruption-case?utm_source=rss_feed

Singapore, Indonesia, Australia, New Zealand team up to fast-track air travel

Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. The four Asia-Pacific nations aim to make better use of their airspace to trial quicker, more direct flight paths. https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/southeast-asia/article/3279551/singapore-indonesia-australia-new-zealand-team-fast-track-air-travel?utm_source=rss_feed

Floods kill 6 on earthquake-battered Japan peninsula

Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. Ishikawa is still reeling from a magnitude-7.5 quake earlier this year, which toppled buildings, triggered tsunamis and sparked a major fire. https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/east-asia/article/3279543/floods-kill-6-earthquake-battered-japan-peninsula?utm_source=rss_feed

FBI raids Singapore-run ship linked to US bridge collapse over negligence

Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. The US Justice Department alleges Grace Ocean Private Ltd and Synergy Marine recklessly cut corners and ignored known electrical problems. https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/southeast-asia/article/3279541/fbi-raids-singapore-run-ship-linked-us-bridge-collapse-over-negligence?utm_source=rss_feed

Kamala Harris’ Indian roots echo Obama’s global appeal in race against Trump

Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. Harris’ embrace of her South Asian identity not only mirrors Obama’s Southeast Asian ties, it could enhance US-India relations if she wins. https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3279374/kamala-harris-indian-roots-echo-obamas-global-appeal-race-against-trump?utm_source=rss_feed