Asia Pacific – Page 17 – Prologue Journal

Pope Francis’ Singapore visit unites thousands for historic mass

Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. The visit showcases the city state’s religious harmony and highlights the Pope’s message of unity and respect for all faiths, amid a diverse religious landscape. https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3278295/pope-francis-singapore-visit-unites-thousands-historic-mass?utm_source=rss_feed

Malaysian firm linked to Islamic sect denies allegations of child sex abuse

Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. Global Ikhwan Services and Business Holdings says parties with an ‘agenda to bring down the image’ of its business are behind the claims. https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3278277/malaysian-firm-linked-islamic-sect-denies-allegations-child-sex-abuse?utm_source=rss_feed

Philippine ex-governor accused of activist’s killing in 2011 surrenders

Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. Former governor Joel Reyes, accused of ordering the hit, has remained mostly free due to legal twists and a three-year escape to Thailand. https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/southeast-asia/article/3278266/philippine-ex-governor-accused-activists-killing-2011-surrenders?utm_source=rss_feed

G.M. and Hyundai Plan to Work Together on New Vehicles

New York Times General Motors and the South Korean automaker say they will collaborate on new vehicles, buying parts and clean energy technologies. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/09/12/business/general-motors-hyundai-partnership.html

Typhoon Yagi: Vietnam death toll rises to 199 as storm’s aftermath brings flash floods and landslides

Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. The death toll spiked earlier in the week as a flash flood swept away the entire hamlet of Lang Nu in northern Vietnam’s Lao Cai province. https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/southeast-asia/article/3278264/typhoon-yagi-vietnam-death-toll-rises-199-storms-aftermath-brings-flash-floods-and-landslides?utm_source=rss_feed

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