71 m. ago Australians’ trust in US sinks amid Trump’s tariffs and unpredictability

Despite the erosion of trust, support for the US alliance remains strong with 80 per cent of respondents saying it is important for security.

Politics

84 m. ago Oh, deer: Japan’s Nara boosts police patrols to curb animal abuse

The move follows a video of a tourist in Nara’s main park kicking one of the animals, considered sacred in the ancient city.

Events

2 h. ago Singapore election: why flight to safety over Trump tariffs may not weigh on voters

Domestic issues and more perspectives in parliament likely to be on voters’ minds for next month’s election, analysts say.

Politics

5 h. ago As US retreats, Asian powers can reshape world order to meet their needs

Global South countries, tired of bearing the costs of globalisation, are asserting their economic visions.

Politics

6 h. ago US sanctions China oil refiner, shipping companies for covert business with Iran

Move is second case of US sanctions on Chinese ‘teapot’ refinery in less than a month, and takes place amid Washington’s denuclearisation talks with Iran.

Politics

7 h. ago Analysis: Trump tariffs ironically cast spotlight on Beijing

Analysis: Trump tariffs ironically cast spotlight on Beijing-led free trade  Nikkei Asia

Politics

10 h. ago Trump inserts himself into Japan tariff talks, as China’s Xi seeks Asia deals

The US president’s decision to get directly involved in negotiations will be an open test of his reputation as a deal maker.

Politics

10 h. ago Oil rises $1 as US issues new sanctions aimed at Chinese importers of Iranian oil

Oil rises $1 as US issues new sanctions aimed at Chinese importers of Iranian oil  Reuters

Politics

12 h. ago Spatiotemporal assessment of ecological quality and driving mechanisms in the Beijing metropolitan area

Spatiotemporal assessment of ecological quality and driving mechanisms in the Beijing metropolitan area  Nature

Politics

12 h. ago China’s container bookings to plunge up to 60% as US tariffs wipe out trade: report

But shipping traffic in the rest of Asia is bouncing back as traders rush to take advantage of US ‘reciprocal’ tariff pause.

Politics

13 h. ago The mysterious firing of a Chinese professor has Asian students on edge: ‘Brings chills to our spines’

The mysterious firing of a Chinese professor has Asian students on edge: ‘Brings chills to our spines’  The Guardian

Society

13 h. ago China's Xi, in Malaysia, calls on Asian nations to resist confrontation and protectionism

China's Xi, in Malaysia, calls on Asian nations to resist confrontation and protectionism  Reuters

Politics

13 h. ago Singapore PM says US tariff delay ‘little comfort’, warns against being ‘passive bystander’

Trade war has prompted governments to reassert greater control over resources ‘in case help doesn’t arrive on time’, Lawrence Wong says.

Events

15 h. ago ‘Fly high, Riley’: Philippine eaglet dies 3 months after birth

Riley’s ‘unassisted natural hatching’ was hailed as a win for the Philippines’ efforts in protecting its natural heritage.

Events

16 h. ago China's Xi calls for UN, multilateral systems to be upheld on Southeast Asia trip

China's Xi calls for UN, multilateral systems to be upheld on Southeast Asia trip  Reuters

Politics

18 h. ago Trafficked workers rescued from Myanmar scam hubs say death better than going back

‘We will kill ourselves instead of going back to them,’ said one of the dozens who attempted a mass escape from their Myanmar detention.

Events

19 h. ago Philippines warns US$5.6 billion US fighter jet deal at risk from Trump’s tariffs

The proposed tariffs’ impact on global supply chains is likely to raise the already hefty price tag on the jets, analysts say.

Events

20 h. ago Xi’s visit: Malaysia ‘stands with China’ amid US tariff threat, Anwar says

The Chinese president’s visit comes as Beijing seeks to position itself as Southeast Asia’s trade lifeline.

Events

20 h. ago Xi Jinping’s visit: Malaysia ‘stands with China’ amid US tariff threat, Anwar says

The Chinese president’s visit comes as Beijing seeks to position itself as Southeast Asia’s trade lifeline.

Events

21 h. ago As Chinese students pick Malaysia, their parents buy second homes

Anwar could negotiate for more cooperation on education with Xi to capitalise on the momentum, industry insiders say.

Society