Major train line in Tokyo partially halted for construction
TOKYO, Nov 16, 2019, Kyodo. One of the busiest train lines in central Tokyo was…
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RCEP not just an ‘arithmetical game’; countries like India must look to future prospects: Teo Chee Hean
SINGAPORE, Nov 16, 2019, The Straits Times. The Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) agreement is…
[Analytics] Muslims in Hong Kong
City provides a harmonious environment for Muslims to practise religion, leader says. But cultural differences…
Navy aircraft MiG-29K crashes due to engine fire in Goa, pilots eject safely
NEW DELHI, Nov 16, 2019, The Asian Age. A MiG-29K fighter aircraft crashed in Goa…
Trump wants Tokyo to quadruple base-hosting payments to $8B: Foreign Policy
WASHINGTON D.C., Nov 16, 2019, Reuters. U.S. President Donald Trump has asked Japan to quadruple…
NATO confronted by China’s efforts to undermine its security: Pompeo
NEW YORK, Nov 16, 2019, TASS. NATO is confronted by China’s efforts to undermine its…
Hanoi’s leader promises to facilitate Korean investment projects
HANOI, Nov 15, 2019, VNA. Chairman of the Hanoi People’s Committee Nguyen Duc Chung said…
Japan’s new working visa acquired by only 219 foreigners in first 6 months
TOKYO, Nov 15, 2019, Kyodo. A new skilled worker visa introduced by Japan in April…
N. Korea says it sent ultimatum for S. Korea to remove facilities at Mt. Kumgang resort
SEOUL, Nov 15, 2019, Yonhap. North Korea sent an ultimatum to South Korea earlier this…
Chinese company’s $1.5B bid for Bellamy’s given green light by Australia’s govt
SYDNEY, Nov 15, 2019, SMH. The $1.5 billion sale of Tasmania-based infant formula company Bellamy’s…
200 kilo of the crystal meth found hidden in treadmills for Japan in Thailand
BANGKOK, Nov 15, 2019, Bangkok Post. About 200 kilogrammes of crystal methamphetamine were found hidden…
Over 14,000 coffee shops newly open in Korea a year, 1 out of 10 makes losses
SEOUL, Nov 15, 2019, Pulse. Over 14,000 coffee shops open a year in Korea as…