All eyes on China's third plenum
In Nikkei Asia News Roundup's latest episode, Jada Nagumo and Brian Chapman discuss what to expect from China's third plenum, a forum that has been known to be a launchpad for major economic policies.
Asian news from China
The few can beat the many, Taiwan president says ahead of annual war games
TAIPEI — There are many examples in history of smaller militaries beating larger opponents, Taiwan President Lai Ching-te told air force officers in comments released on Tuesday (July 9), offering encouragement ahead of annual war games being held later this month.
Sri Lanka calls for Japanese investments in infrastructure and IT
TOKYO -- Sri Lanka is calling for new investments from Japan after reaching an agreement to restructure $5.8 billion of debt with creditors, including Japan, India and China, hoping to revive its economy and achieve balanced diplomacy.
Samsung is developing AI features specifically for China as it looks to claw back into market
PARIS — Samsung is developing its suite of artificial intelligence features known as Galaxy AI specifically for the Chinese market, the company's mobile chief told CNBC, as it looks to regain market share that has been decimated by local players.
Threats from Vladimir Putin, Xi Jinping will be a focus of upcoming Nato summit
When leaders of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization gather in Washington next week to commemorate the enduring unity between Europe and North America, Vladimir Putin, Xi Jinping and Donald Trump will be the names dominating the discussions.
China economists forecast GDP growth slowdown to 5.1% in Q2
HONG KONG -- China's brisk growth in the first quarter helped put the government's full-year target within reach, but economists still expect a slowdown in the coming months and years due to the country's property crisis and escalating trade tensions.
Malaysia’s anti-party hopping law tested by controversial ruling on sacked MPs
The speaker’s decision will likely “come back to haunt” the government as it potentially paves the way for MPs on either side of the divide to break ranks in pursuit of their individual interests, said Syaza Farhana Mohamad Shukri, the head of the political science department at the International Islamic University of Malaysia.