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First LookAustralians reelect Anthony Albanese as prime ministerAustralia’s prime minister was the first to be reelected in more than two decades. Some credit Donald Trump with his victory.
Tariffs are jamming the US-China supply chain. Who that hits first.U.S. and Chinese tariffs on each other’s goods have stifled trade. The first to suffer are factory workers, wholesalers, shippers, and dockworkers.
Key to US tariff war with Beijing: The value China places on ‘face’The concept of “face,” key to social relations in China, will play a large part in helping or hindering Washington in its trade dispute with Beijing.
Myanmar’s war will soon enter its fifth year. Here’s why peace isn’t in sight.In Myanmar, rebel forces, led by ethnic minorities, are capturing more territory and wearing the military junta down. How long will they take to win?
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Trump and Xi test rival styles of strongman leadership in tariff warThe U.S.-China trade war could be decided by leaders’ differing styles. Mr. Trump acts on impulse, Mr. Xi prefers the pursuit of strategic goals.
Cover StoryConservation saved India’s tigers. Residents say, ‘Protect us, too!’A resurgence of tigers in northern India is a victory for conservationists. But as fatal attacks increase, local residents say, “Protect us, too.”
As US tariffs rise, could Chinese consumers take up the export slack?The world is awash with Chinese manufactured exports; as tariffs tighten that market, Beijing may have to look for new opportunities to drive growth.
South Korean court upholds president’s impeachment – and democratic valuesMonths after a failed martial law attempt rattled South Korea, a top court has unanimously decided to remove the president from office.
How a 43-port business deal threatens China’s global powerHow far is China willing to go to protect its geopolitical interests overseas? As a Hong Kong company prepares to sell 43 ports to a U.S.-led group, Beijing has launched a campaign to modify – or ideally stop – the deal.
Once a Duterte target, journalist Maria Ressa sees blow to impunity in his arrestInterview: Nobel Peace Prize winner Maria Ressa reported on death squads that operated under former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte. Now she sees hope as he faces charges of crimes against humanity at the International Criminal Court.
Chinese leaders face slowing economy and rising citizen discontentThe faltering Chinese economy is creating too few jobs, which is feeding social discontent. The government is taking steps to assuage rising anger.
China eyes opportunities as US scales back humanitarian aidThe freeze on U.S. foreign aid has hurt Chinese rights defenders, but encouraged China to fill the void left by USAID’s evisceration, preparing to replace Washington in the soft power landscape.
China-Japan distrust has been tough to shake. Tourism might be the best chance.The recent surge of Chinese travelers into Japan may be creating much-needed ambassadors.
RedNote is bringing Chinese and Americans face-to-face. What have they learned?Americans’ rush to the popular Chinese app RedNote opened a window between two starkly different worlds – at least for a time – allowing for unexpected discoveries.
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