Asia Pacific – Page 145 – Prologue Journal

China’s economy isn’t becoming Japanified, at least not yet

Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. Despite fears China has entered have entered a ‘balance sheet recession’, the country has more tools than Japan to reflate its economy. https://www.scmp.com/opinion/china-opinion/article/3278189/chinas-economy-isnt-becoming-japanified-least-not-yet?utm_source=rss_feed

Will Modi meet Yunus amid ‘highly sensitive’ India-Bangladesh ties over Hasina ousting?

Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. Analysts say India must accept reality of ‘Bangladesh 2.0’ and adopt a ‘fresh and novel’ approach to engaging with its neighbours. https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3278182/will-modi-meet-yunus-amid-highly-sensitive-india-bangladesh-ties-over-hasina-ousting?utm_source=rss_feed

Philippines investigates Grab over alleged rape, robbery of Vietnamese woman in car

Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. The ride-hailing app, which faces 30-day suspension if found negligent, has banned the driver from the platform. https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/southeast-asia/article/3278214/philippines-investigates-grab-over-alleged-rape-robbery-vietnamese-woman-car?utm_source=rss_feed

Canada casts doubt on ‘Asian Nato’, citing diverse regional interests in Indo-Pacific

Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. Defence Minister Bill Blair also called China’s military build-up an attempt to ‘reshape the international system to suit its own goals. https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/east-asia/article/3278206/canada-casts-doubt-asian-nato-citing-diverse-regional-interests-indo-pacific?utm_source=rss_feed

South Korea Tackles a New Crime Wave: Deepfake Sex Videos

New York Times Men in chat rooms have been victimizing women they know by putting their faces on pornographic clips. Some Korean women say the only thing new about it is the technology. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/09/12/world/asia/south-korea-deepfake-videos.html

Apple starts iPhone 16 production in India, diversifying supply chain away from China

Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. The move reflects a broader trend of companies moving production away from China, with India emerging as a key beneficiary. https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/economics/article/3278143/apple-starts-iphone-16-production-india-diversifying-supply-chain-away-china?utm_source=rss_feed

Young Chinese Émigrés Confront America’s Brutal Visa Lottery

New York Times For Chinese seeking educational opportunity, the United States has long been the top spot, but as more want to stay to work, their paths are full of roadblocks. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/09/12/business/chinese-h1b-visa.html

South China Sea: Philippines, Beijing hold ‘frank’ talks amid Sabina Shoal feud

Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. The meeting came at a time of heightened tensions in Sabina Shoal, where the two nations have accused each other of ramming their vessels. https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/southeast-asia/article/3278172/south-china-sea-philippines-beijing-hold-frank-talks-amid-sabina-shoal-feud?utm_source=rss_feed

Indonesia’s US$20 billion Bali LRT raises eyebrows over heavy China reliance

Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. The project has also prompted concerns over its funding source and possible traffic jams. https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/economics/article/3278133/indonesias-us20-billion-bali-lrt-raises-eyebrows-over-heavy-china-reliance?utm_source=rss_feed

Japan’s plan to reuse Fukushima soil for infrastructure gains IAEA support despite concerns

Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. The IAEA claims the soil meets safety standards, but critics argue spreading the contamination is dangerous and could lead to increased cancer risks. https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3278105/japans-plan-reuse-fukushima-soil-infrastructure-gains-iaea-support-despite-concerns?utm_source=rss_feed