Regions – Page 3227 – Prologue Journal

Will China be ‘offended’ by Asean openly backing heightened US security presence in the region? Not really

Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. Southeast Asian countries privately prefer expanded Western military footprint in the region and are hesitant to publicly air their views to avoid ruffling Beijing’s feathers. https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/opinion/article/3230611/will-china-be-offended-asean-openly-backing-heightened-us-security-presence-region-not-really?utm_source=rss_feed

Beijing accused of foreign interference, targeting ethnic Chinese communities in New Zealand

Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. The New Zealand Security Intelligence Service said Chinese agencies had been continuously monitoring the country’s diverse ethnic Chinese communities. https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/australasia/article/3230707/beijing-accused-foreign-interference-targeting-ethnic-chinese-communities-new-zealand?utm_source=rss_feed

Japan travel sector cheers as Chinese tour groups return, but overcrowding concerns remain

Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. While Japan’s travel firms will undoubtedly welcome Chinese tour groups, there are some concerns, notably around a return to overcrowded tourist attractions in the top destinations. https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/people/article/3230705/japan-travel-sector-cheers-chinese-tour-groups-return-overcrowding-concerns-remain?utm_source=rss_feed

Imran Khan’s jailing leaves little hope Pakistan’s democracy can escape ruling elite and meddling military

Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. Imran Khan’s imprisonment and removal from politics is the latest development in months of political turmoil since his removal from office last year. National elections are due soon, and the establishment’s influence means there…

Philippine filmmaker spotlights women in drug war film: ‘we are not fiction’

Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. More than 6,000 people were killed in police anti-drug raids during Duterte’s six-year term, with many of the victims leaving behind wives and mothers to keep their remaining family members alive. https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/southeast-asia/article/3230684/philippine-filmmaker-spotlights-women-drug-war-film-we-are-not-fiction?utm_source=rss_feed

Ecuador Reels From Assassination of Fernando Villavicencio

New York Times The killing of Fernando Villavicencio marks a grim turning point for a once-tranquil country now awash in violence fueled by drug gangs. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/08/10/world/americas/ecuador-fernando-villavicencio-assassination.html

Singapore billionaire, Lim Oon Kuin accused of brazen fraud by HSBC: ‘must be held accountable’

Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. HSBC said it was deceived by oil tycoon Lim Oon Kuin and is seeking to recover more than US$85 million. https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/southeast-asia/article/3230693/singapore-billionaire-lim-oon-kuin-accused-brazen-fraud-hsbc-must-be-held-accountable?utm_source=rss_feed

As China’s economy falters, foreigners look to Malaysia, investing US$2 billion in stocks and bonds in July

Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. Foreign investors bought a total of about US$2 billion of Malaysia’s stocks and bonds, according to data compiled by Bloomberg, the most since May 2017. https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/southeast-asia/article/3230662/chinas-economy-falters-foreigners-look-malaysia-investing-us2-billion-stocks-and-bonds-july?utm_source=rss_feed

Cheng Lei, Australian journalist held in China writes first public statement since being detained: ‘I miss my children’

Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. Cheng Lei’s “love letter to 25 million people” was her first public statement since the former business anchor for Chinese state television was detained by Chinese officials in August 2020 on national security charges.…

Russia Tries to Bolster Ruble as Inflation Adds to Economic Woes

New York Times The central bank in Moscow took steps to counter the currency’s slide, but the war and resulting sanctions have put intense pressure on the economy. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/08/10/business/russia-economy-ruble-inflation.html