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Typhoon prompts cancellation of Taiwan air force drills but naval exercises set to continue
TAIPEI, Taiwan (AP) — The arrival of typhoon Gaemi prompted the cancellation of air force drills off Taiwan’s east coast on Tuesday, although naval and land exercises are set to continue in other parts of the self-governing island democracy, which China threatens to invade.
Is Vietnam losing its appeal for China’s manufacturers bypassing US tariffs?
With China long established as the world’s factory, the United States has led a push to divert manufacturing and supply chains away from the world’s second-largest economy. In this three-part series, we look at whether the so-called China plus one strategy is working for the world’s manufacturers.
World cannot afford for Northeast Asia to be a nuclear powder keg
With the end of the Cold War and the start of sustained peace, stability and globalisation, Northeast Asia became one of the most prosperous places on earth. But today, its security situation is once again in a dangerous position.
Top US envoy expects to meet with Chinese foreign minister during tour of Asian allies
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken is expected to meet with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi this week, with issues to include Beijing’s purported aid for Russian military against Ukraine and its assertive behaviour in the contested South China Sea.
Can Modi’s US$15.2 billion chip bet turn India into a semiconductor powerhouse?
Modi’s government approved US$15.2 billion worth of investments in domestic semiconductor fabrication plants in February, including a proposal by local conglomerate Tata Group to build the country’s first ever major chip-making facility. It will be set up in Modi’s home state of Gujarat and is set to churn out 50,000 wafers per month by the end of 2026.
Nvidia preparing version of new flagship AI chip for Chinese market, Reuters reports
Nvidia is working on a version of its new flagship AI chips for the China market that would be compatible with current U.S. export controls, four sources familiar with the matter said.
Marcos Jr sets tone for epic clash with the Dutertes
MANILA – Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr kickstarted his third, and arguably most consequential, State of the Nation Address (SONA) this week with a clear sense of urgency.