Politics

Taiwan's opposition proposes slashing a $40 billion defense budget to $13 billion and scrapping the T-Dome system, sparking fierce debate amid rising Chinese military pressure.

North Korea's leader promises to unveil enhanced nuclear deterrent strategies at the first Workers' Party congress in five years, following a missile test he says will cause 'excruciating mental agony' to enemies.

Korean small businesses achieved record exports in 2025, driven by 76% surge in used car sales to former Soviet states and 21% growth in cosmetics. China remains top buyer despite US tariff headwinds.

Over half of South Korean workers use generative AI tools, saving 8.4 hours weekly. However, adoption rates vary significantly by company size and industry, revealing new workplace divides.

UK PM's first China visit since 2018 prioritizes economic gains while Hong Kongers in Britain face mounting security threats from transnational repression.

Mexico reportedly halted oil shipments to Cuba amid growing pressure from Trump's administration, highlighting the complex balance between humanitarian solidarity and US relations in Latin America.

As Russia continues attacking Ukrainian civilian infrastructure, Trump hints at peace negotiations while China's role becomes pivotal. What's changed in year three of the conflict?

President Trump announced plans to 'de-escalate' immigration operations in Minnesota following two fatal shootings of US citizens by federal agents in two weeks, prompting criticism from both parties.

China's outbound investment grew just 1.3% in 2025, but Belt and Road investments surged 19%. Analysis of Beijing's strategic pivot amid Western pushback reveals a calculated recalibration.

South Korea's largest auto parts maker saw Q4 net profit crash 39.9% due to US tariffs and affiliate investment losses, missing analyst expectations by wide margin.

President Trump warned he'll end US support for Iraq if Iran-linked former PM Nouri al-Maliki returns to power, marking his starkest intervention in Iraqi politics yet.

As PM Starmer prepares to visit China, Britain signals a shift toward pragmatic engagement. What's driving this diplomatic reset, and what are the risks of balancing economics with values?