Asia Pacific – Page 50 – Prologue Journal

Cook Islands says comprehensive strategic partnership deal signed with China

Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. The partnership establishes a framework for engagement on ‘priority areas’ including trade and investment, tourism and climate resilience. https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/australasia/article/3298813/cook-islands-says-comprehensive-strategic-partnership-deal-signed-china?utm_source=rss_feed

‘Fixed-deposit account’ no more: does Singapore’s GRC system need a rethink?

Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. Large multi-seat constituencies like Sengkang have become a high-stakes gamble for the ruling PAP, analysts say. https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3298766/fixed-deposit-account-no-more-does-singapores-grc-system-need-rethink?utm_source=rss_feed

South Korean budget carrier sparks controversy over crew taking photos on aircraft wing

Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. Eastar Jet crew members reportedly posed for photos on the left wing of the aircraft while the plane was delayed due to heavy snow at Cheongju Airport. https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/east-asia/article/3298807/south-korean-budget-carrier-sparks-controversy-over-crew-taking-photos-aircraft-wing?utm_source=rss_feed

Japan’s embassy, Hungary’s police slammed for not protecting murdered Japanese woman

Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. The alleged murder of the woman in Budapest by her Irish husband has sparked outrage in Japan over how her case was managed. https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3298741/japans-embassy-hungarys-police-slammed-not-protecting-murdered-japanese-woman?utm_source=rss_feed

Asia must act to avoid eating pangolins out of existence

Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. Only decisive, coordinated action can help Asia curb wildlife smuggling and keep its appetite for pangolin from killing off the species. https://www.scmp.com/opinion/asia-opinion/article/3298225/asia-must-act-avoid-eating-pangolins-out-existence?utm_source=rss_feed

Toxic tides: life in Indonesia’s most polluted village

Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. Once a pristine fishing hamlet, Tanjung Uma is now drowning in garbage and disease as it bears the brunt of unchecked waste and environmental collapse. https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/health-environment/article/3298756/toxic-tides-life-indonesias-most-polluted-village?utm_source=rss_feed

Cuts to U.S.-Backed Rights Groups Seen as a Win for China

New York Times U.S. funding for the promotion of democracy has been frozen, disrupting the work of groups that expose abuses in China. Chinese nationalists are celebrating. https://www.nytimes.com/2025/02/14/world/asia/us-rights-groups-doge-cuts-china.html

Meet the Champion Who Memorized 80 Numbers in 13.5 Seconds

New York Times This month, Vishvaa Rajakumar won the Memory League World Championship, which tests memorization skills. He shared some of his techniques with The Times. https://www.nytimes.com/2025/02/14/science/vishvaa-rajakumar-memory-techniques.html

Barbie Hsu, Taiwanese Actress and Star of ‘Meteor Garden,’ Dies at 48

New York Times Her role in the teen drama catapulted her to fame as a pop idol. She was also a TV host and appeared in films. https://www.nytimes.com/2025/02/14/world/asia/barbie-hsu-dead.html

China Says U.S. Should Lead Trump’s Proposed Arms Controls Push

New York Times President Trump said China and Russia should halve their military spending and limit nuclear weapons. You first, China said. https://www.nytimes.com/2025/02/14/world/asia/china-trump-nuclear-military.html