Opinion

Imagine a symphony of trade, where exports become the melodies, echoing the global economy’s tempo. In this harmonious composition, Taiwan’s exports played a unique tune, as they rose for the first time in 13 months, dancing to the rhythm of AI-driven semiconductor chips. Last month, the Ministry of Finance delivered the crescendo – overall exports swelled by 3.4% year-on-year, reaching …

In a tale that mirrors David versus Goliath, the Philippines has fervently dismissed China’s recent claim of expelling a Philippine Navy ship near the disputed Scarborough Shoal in the South China Sea. The dispute, riddled with intrigue and defiance, paints a vivid picture of a nation’s resolve against an imposing superpower. “Even as we’re double-checking their story, there’s simply no …

In a tale that unfolds like a suspenseful thriller, the spokesperson for the Philippine military has sent an unmissable message to China, like a secret code hinting at the ominous consequences lurking on the horizon. Colonel Medel Aguilar, the voice of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP), has donned his verbal armor to warn China against persisting in their …

In the aftermath of the heart-wrenching Halloween weekend tragedy that befell Seoul’s Itaewon area in 2022, a group of innovators from South Korea set out on a mission. Their goal: to harness the power of technology and ensure such horrific events never haunt their city again. Meet WATA, a warehouse management startup with a difference. Armed with a blend of …

In the kaleidoscope of sports, where every number tells a story of dedication and dreams, a single photograph has unwittingly woven a narrative steeped in history’s shadows. This image, capturing two Chinese female athletes, has emerged as an unlikely catalyst, breathing life into discussions about the hushed pages of the Tiananmen Square massacre, and, in the process, inviting the scrutiny …

In the dimly lit corridors of international business, far from the glaring eyes of the world, Samsung and SK Hynix, South Korea‘s semiconductor giants, have embarked on a covert mission, channeling a staggering $52 billion into the depths of China. This clandestine endeavor threatens to alter the course of global geopolitics, with a battle taking place not on the battlefield …

Artificial Intelligence (AI), the intelligence of machines or software, is gaining momentum in the Philippines. Filipino workers have also started adopting AI at work. AI offers various benefits but it also has certain negative effects on workers.  A 2023 study conducted by The Economist Impact revealed that 42% of Filipino employees want to learn AI to excel in their careers. …

In a clandestine diplomatic ballet, South Korea teeters on the precipice of “existential threats” as it traverses the murky waters of potential arms dealings between Russia and North Korea, all against the backdrop of the Ukraine conflict. Professor Park Won-gon, an enigmatic political scientist from Ewha University in Seoul, warns of the ominous red line Russia must not cross. The …

China’s youth unemployment rate has been increasing rapidly in recent years. Many people in China also tend to avoid overwork and consumerism. Can China’s soaring unemployment rate impact the economy? China’s youth unemployment rate is a result of hypercompetitive work environments.  In June, China’s youth unemployment rate reached a record high of 21.3 per cent. China’s economic recovery has also …

In recent times, the international media landscape has painted a perplexing picture of China’s economy, suggesting it’s on the brink of collapse. But beneath the sensational headlines lies a complex web of cognitive warfare, disinformation, and a relentless attempt to reshape global perceptions. So, why are these myths persisting? Cognitive Warfare: A New Frontier Cognitive warfare has emerged as a …