China Protests Japan Lawmakers’ Visit to Taiwan Region
China protests Japanese legislators’ visit to the Taiwan region, calling it a breach of bilateral pacts and the one-China principle. ASEAN nations watch closely for fallout.
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China to Impose Up to 42.7% Duties on EU Dairy Imports
China’s Commerce Ministry will impose provisional 21.9–42.7% duties on select EU dairy products from Dec 23, citing subsidies that harm its domestic dairy industry.
Aussie PM Apologizes to Jewish Community After Bondi Beach Attack
PM Anthony Albanese apologizes to Jewish community after the Bondi Beach Hanukkah shooting and unveils new laws to strengthen hate speech penalties and curb radicalization.
Thailand-Cambodia Border Clashes Kill 53 Civilians; China, ASEAN Push for Ceasefire
Border clashes between Thailand and Cambodia have killed 53 civilians and displaced over 510,000. China and ASEAN are mediating for a ceasefire as tensions escalate.
Japan’s Militarism Revival: Testing the Post-War Order
Japan’s recent push to amend its pacifist constitution and a viral far-right post highlight a resurgence of militarism challenging the post-war order.
Thailand’s Top Diplomat Meets China Envoy on Border Security
Thailand’s Permanent Secretary for Foreign Affairs Eksiri Pintaruchi met China’s special envoy Deng Xijun on Dec 21, 2025, focusing on bilateral ties and Thailand-Cambodia border security.
Niigata Greenlights World’s Biggest Nuclear Plant Restart
Niigata region approves restarting the Kashiwazaki-Kariwa plant, the world’s largest nuclear power facility, boosting Japan’s energy security amid rising AI-driven demand.
Japan’s CrowdWorks Under Fire: Who’s Behind Anti-China Narratives?
Asahi Shimbun investigation finds paid gigs on CrowdWorks recruiting creators for anti-China videos, sparking debate over digital propaganda.
Trump’s 2026 Immigration Crackdown: Billions & Backlash
Trump plans a bigger 2026 immigration crackdown with $170B extra for ICE and Border Patrol. New workplace raids spark growing backlash before next year’s midterms.
Malaysian Court Rejects Najib’s House Arrest Appeal
Malaysia’s High Court rules ex-PM Najib Razak’s royal order for house arrest invalid, rejecting his bid ahead of a key 1MDB trial verdict.