Asians
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Japan, India agree to deepen cooperation on space, cybersecurity
SEOUL, August 21 (AJU PRESS) - Japan and India have agreed to enhance their cooperation in the areas of outer space and cybersecurity, according to a joint statement issued after the two countries' "two-plus-two" talks on Tuesday, Kyodo News reported. The statement said the foreign and defense ministers of the two nations had decided to update a 2008 declaration on security cooperation, which is expected to be signed when Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi visits Japa
August 21, 2024 -
Malaysia revises 'orangutan diplomacy' policy after protests
SEOUL, August 20 (AJU PRESS) - Malaysia has modified its controversial "orangutan diplomacy" strategy following environmental group protests. Johari Abdul Ghani, Minister of Plantation and Commodities, announced that while palm oil importing countries can still adopt orangutans, the primates will remain in their natural habitats. The government plans to establish a fund with adopting nations or companies to support forest conservation NGOs. This change comes after the init
August 20, 2024 -
Singapore expands parental leave, social support measures
SEOUL, August 20 (AJU PRESS) - Singapore's Prime Minister Lawrence Wong announced significant welfare policy enhancements during his inaugural National Day address. The government plans to increase paid parental leave and provide financial aid to low-income unemployed individuals. By 2026, couples will be entitled to a combined 30 weeks of paid parental leave, with the government covering the cost of an additional 10 weeks. Starting April 2025, each parent will be mandated one m
August 20, 2024 -
Nintendo to open its first museum in Kyoto in October
SEOUL, August 20 (AJU PRESS) - Nintendo Co. announced on Tuesday that it will inaugurate its first-ever museum on Oct. 2 in Uji, Kyoto Prefecture. The facility, housed in a renovated factory dating back to 1969, will showcase vintage video games and feature interactive exhibits, the Japan Times reported. Shigeru Miyamoto, the creator of Super Mario Bros, said in a video release that the museum aims to highlight "Nintendo's commitment to manufacturing that places importance
August 20, 2024 -
Japan's ruling party to elect Kishida successor on Sept. 27
SEOUL, August 20 (AJU PRESS) - Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) announced on Tuesday that it will hold its presidential election on Sept. 27 to choose a successor to Prime Minister Fumio Kishida, who unexpectedly declared last week he would not seek reelection, Kyodo News reported. The LDP, which controls both houses of parliament, has set a 15-day campaigning period beginning Sept. 12, extending it from the 12 days allotted in the 2021 contest. This extension is se
August 20, 2024 -
Chinese, Vietnamese leaders reaffirm strategic importance of bilateral relations
SEOUL, August 20 (AJU PRESS) -Chinese president Xi Jinping and Vietnamese Communist Party chief To Lam reaffirmed the high priority they place on China-Vietnam relations during a meeting in Beijing on Monday. The leaders also oversaw the signing of cooperation agreements across multiple sectors. Analysts highlighted that Lam's visit signifies both countries' commitment to achieving greater outcomes in their relationship, which is strategically significant in building a China
August 20, 2024 -
Israel agrees to U.S. ceasefire plan, Hamas' approval awaited
SEOUL, August 20 (AJU PRESS) - U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken announced that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has accepted an American "bridging proposal" aimed at securing a ceasefire in Gaza. The proposal now awaits approval from Hamas. Blinken and Netanyahu held talks in Tel Aviv, which Netanyahu described as "positive." Netanyahu reaffirmed his commitment to a U.S.-proposed plan that includes the release of hostages held by Hamas, while also add
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Hezbollah's new video reveals underground threat amid rising tensions
SEOUL, August 20 (AJU PRESS) - A recent Hezbollah video showcasing an underground tunnel network serves as a warning to its adversaries but leaves many specifics unclear. The video, titled "Our Mountains, Our Treasures," features fighters driving trucks and motorbikes through well-lit underground roads, some carrying what appear to be missiles. This suggests a vast tunnel system used to store and launch weapons, a resource Hezbollah could leverage in any future conflict with
August 20, 2024 -
Chinese Premier to visit Russia and Belarus for diplomatic meetings
SEOUL, August 20 (AJU PRESS) -Chinese Premier Li Qiang is set to embark on a diplomatic journey to Russia and Belarus from Aug. 20 to 23. This visit comes at the invitation of Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin and Belarusian Prime Minister Roman Golovchenko. In Russia, Li will lead the 29th regular meeting between Chinese and Russian heads of government. Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning emphasized the importance of this meeting in implementing agreements between
August 20, 2024 -
Philippines reports new mpox case, strain yet to be identified
SEOUL, August 19 (AJU PRESS) - The Philippines' Department of Health (DOH) announced on Monday the detection of a new mpox case, the first since December 2023, according to CNBC. The patient, a 33-year-old Filipino man with no recent international travel history, marks the country's 10th confirmed case since July 2022. Health officials are currently awaiting sequencing results to determine the specific strain of the virus. This comes amid global concerns over a new mpox vari
August 19, 2024
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Battery cell damage from external impact may have caused last month's EV fire: forensic service
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KBS demands apology from Real Madrid after abrupt cancellation of K-pop concert
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PHOTOS: Junior college admission fair opens in Seoul
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Koreans' views toward Japanese improve, survey finds
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Czech Republic optimistic about Korean consortium's bid for nuclear power plant project
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INTERVIEW: Female business leader urges women entrepreneurs to tap global markets
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Opinion: A wake-up call for Scholz and the European Union
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Opinion: Prime Minister's Visit underscores vital Britain ties
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INTERVIEW: Seoul City will boost walkability with new initiative
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Indonesian president among 6 million taxpayers in alleged data leak