Asia Pacific – Page 37 – Prologue Journal

Australia to boost missile stockpiles, citing US-China rivalry

Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. The Indo-Pacific region is on the cusp of a new missile age, Australia’s defence industry minister said, vowing more domestic production. https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/australasia/article/3284393/australia-boost-missile-stockpiles-citing-us-china-rivalry?utm_source=rss_feed

Impeaching Sara Duterte: are the walls closing in on the Philippine vice-president?

Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. Facing allegations of corruption and betrayal of public trust, the Philippine vice-president is striking back at her accusers. https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3284375/impeaching-sara-duterte-are-walls-closing-philippine-vice-president?utm_source=rss_feed

China’s Latest Security Target: Halloween Partygoers

New York Times Last year, the Shanghai government said Halloween celebrations were a sign of “cultural tolerance.” This year, the police rounded up people in costume. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/10/29/world/asia/china-police-halloween-celebration.html

Vietnam’s ‘sweet spot’ strategy balances Brics engagement with Western ties

Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. As a Brics partner, Vietnam’s choice of alignment showcases the bloc’s growing influence – while avoiding the pitfalls of full membership. https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/people/article/3284332/vietnams-sweet-spot-strategy-balances-brics-engagement-western-ties?utm_source=rss_feed

Wednesday Briefing: Trump’s Worrisome Business Deals

New York Times Plus, what happened to repatriated art in Benin. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/10/29/briefing/trump-business-gaza-us-china.html

TSMC Chips Ended Up in Devices Made by China’s Huawei Despite U.S. Controls

New York Times The U.S. government has tried to keep Chinese companies from obtaining certain advanced technologies, but concerns have been growing that some products may have been routed to Huawei. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/10/29/business/tsmc-huawei-computer-chips.html

New Vehicles, Face Paint and a 1,200-Foot Fall: The U.S. Army Prepares for War With China

New York Times The big and cumbersome Army is trying to transform itself to deploy quickly to Asia, if needed. It is an inherently dangerous business. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/10/29/us/politics/us-military-army-china.html

India’s gold sales dip amid uncertain US election and record-high prices during Diwali season

Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. While gold is often seen as a safe haven, traders are hesitant to purchase due to the potential for price fluctuations after the US election. https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/economics/article/3284336/indias-gold-sales-dip-amid-uncertain-us-election-and-record-high-prices-during-diwali-season?utm_source=rss_feed

Malaysia’s Anwar climbs down on subsidy cuts as many ‘uber wealthy’ just making ends meet

Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. PM says income threshold for subsidy cuts to be revised after criticism that his budget punished those earning less than US$3,000 a month. https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/economics/article/3284340/malaysias-anwar-climbs-down-subsidy-cuts-many-uber-wealthy-just-making-ends-meet?utm_source=rss_feed

China sharpens edge in global trade with zero-tariff deal for developing world

Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. With all tariffs for ‘least developed countries’ scheduled to be removed, China is positioning itself as a trade leader for the Global South. https://www.scmp.com/economy/global-economy/article/3284329/china-sharpens-edge-global-trade-zero-tariff-deal-developing-world?utm_source=rss_feed