Asia

Asia covers news and developments across the world's largest and most populous continent, where billion-dollar industries, geopolitical tensions and technological innovation shape global markets and international relations. The region encompasses many of the world's fastest-growing economies and most influential technology sectors, making Asian affairs consequential for businesses, policymakers and consumers worldwide.

Stories from across Asia reflect the region's complexity: from energy markets and trade relations to corporate accountability, data security and competition in emerging industries like electric vehicles. Whether driven by government policy, corporate behaviour or market forces, developments in Asia often ripple through global supply chains, financial markets and international diplomacy, making regional news essential context for understanding world affairs.

Vladimir Putin’s first visit to disputed Pacific islands draws Tokyo protest

August 13, 2026

The four southernmost islands of the chain also are claimed by Japan, which calls them the Northern Territories.
Viu, TrueVisions Now Launch Content Collaboration in Southeast Asia

August 13, 2026

Viu and TrueVisions Now are launching a content collaboration that brings a curated slate of premium Thai series to Viu users across Southeast Asia, with a branded zone debuting Aug. 20 in Malaysia, Indonesia and the Philippines. The zone opens with six series pulled from TrueVisions Now’s catalogue, with the roster expected to expand in…
Virgin Music Group appoints Syaheed MSBI as Vice President of AMEA region

August 13, 2026

Virgin Music Group has appointed Syaheed MSBI as Vice President for Africa, the Middle East and Asia (AMEA), a newly created role overseeing its regional activities. The appointment strengthens the company’s leadership in emerging music markets as it expands its global independent-label and artist-services operation following its acquisition of Downtown Music Holdings. MSBI joins after…
‘The Odyssey’ Sets 20,000 Screen China Release, Including Near-Total Imax Commitment (EXCLUSIVE)

August 13, 2026

Christopher Nolan’s “The Odyssey” is set for a major mainland China release on more than 20,000 screens, including about 90% of the country’s nearly 800 Imax sites. The unusually broad Imax commitment signals strong distributor and exhibitor confidence in the Universal film, despite “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” continuing to perform well in Chinese cinemas. Advance…
Saint Laurent Rive Droite Beijing Opens Photography Exhibition by No.223

August 13, 2026

Saint Laurent Rive Droite Beijing has opened a photography exhibition by Chinese artist No.223 (Lin Zhipeng), curated by creative director Anthony Vaccarello. On view from August 6th to September 11th, the show coincides with Qixi, China’s traditional festival of romance. Born in Guangdong in 1979, Lin Zhipeng rose to prominence… The post Saint Laurent Rive…
This Ain’t Yakuza! SEGA Showcases Stranger Than Heaven’s Complex Combat with Live Gameplay Demo

August 13, 2026

The Stabbin’ of Dojima. One of the most interesting things about Stranger Than Heaven is that developer RGG Studio isn’t just repurposing the action combat of its previous games. Instead, the Japanese studio’s crafted a new system that sees players control the individual limbs of protagonist Makoto Daito. It appears to be a much more…
Congress must protect the research behind tomorrow’s cures

August 13, 2026

Former Rep. Mimi Walters argues that Washington must prioritize domestic biomedical research and stricter regulatory oversight to counter China’s rising influence and protect American patient safety.
Taiwan briefly slows its mobile internet to text-only speed as part of defense drill

August 13, 2026

The drills come amid rising tensions with China, which frequently sends military planes and ships towards Taiwan.
How Far Can America’s Free Speech Protections Reach?

August 13, 2026

A former ambassador faces charges of defamation in South Korea.
Viu & TrueVisions Now Launch Regional Content Collaboration For Thai Series

August 13, 2026

Viu and TrueVisions Now have agreed a regional content partnership that will bring Thai television series to Viu viewers in Malaysia, Indonesia and the Philippines. The collaboration expands TrueVisions Now beyond its home market for the first time through a dedicated branded area on Viu, reflecting growing regional demand for Thai entertainment. The TrueVisions Now…