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President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. broke with tradition by sending his congratulations to Taiwan’s president-elect Lai Ching-te following the election. This action, which is highly unusual in the realm of international diplomacy, reflects Manila’s growing alliance with US interests, especially in relation to the current tensions involving Taiwan. Manila’s Strategic Shift President Marcos Jr.’s direct message of congratulations to President-elect Lai …

Asia is the largest and most diverse continent on Earth, home to more than 4 billion people and 48 countries. The continent boasts some of the most ancient and modern, natural and urban, and rich and poor places in the world. The continent is also a popular destination for travelers, who are drawn to its culture, history, cuisine, and scenery. …

The Asian Cup is the biggest and most prestigious football tournament in Asia, featuring 24 teams from across the continent. The tournament is held every four years, and the current edition is hosted by Qatar in 2024. The tournament is also a qualification route for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with the top four teams securing their spots in the …

The 2024 Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics were a huge success for Japan, as the country showcased its resilience and recovery from the devastating effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. The games attracted millions of visitors from around the world, who enjoyed the spectacle of sports, culture, and hospitality that Japan had to offer. The games also boosted the economy and the …

Japan is set to introduce a new visa system for digital nomads, or remote workers who travel and work online, in March 2024. The visa will allow digital nomads to stay in Japan for up to six months, without having to obtain a work visa or a sponsor. The visa will also enable them to bring their spouse and children …

Satoshi Kirishima was one of Japan’s most-wanted fugitives, who had been on the run for nearly half a century. He was a member of the East Asia Anti-Japan Armed Front, a radical left-wing terrorist group that carried out a series of bombings against Japanese corporations in the 1970s, killing and injuring hundreds of people. He was wanted for his involvement …

South Korea is scheduled to hold its 21st legislative elections on April 15, 2024, which will determine the composition of the 300-member National Assembly for the next four years. The elections are seen as a crucial test for the ruling Democratic Party and its leader, President Moon Jae-in, who will face his final year in office in 2025. The elections …

Sending money to North Korea is a risky and illegal activity that many defectors and their families in South Korea engage in, despite the harsh penalties and consequences that they may face.  Sending money to North Korea involves a complex and covert network of brokers, couriers, and smugglers, who operate across the borders of China, North Korea, and South Korea. …

The political feud between Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and former President Rodrigo Duterte has reached a new level of hostility, as they have been calling each other “drug lords” and accusing each other of being involved in the illegal drug trade. The exchange of insults and allegations has exposed the deep rift and animosity between the two leaders, who …

Japan has a long history of participating in international beauty pageants, but it has also faced controversies over the racial and ethnic identity of its representatives.  In recent years, some of the winners of Miss Japan have been bi-racial or naturalized citizens, sparking debates on what it means to be Japanese. However, in 2024, Japan has chosen a beauty queen …