Taiwan activists plan sneak landing on islands claimed by Japan
A group of boisterous Taiwanese activists staged a loud protest rally in front of the semi- official Japanese Representative Office in Taipei on March 2. SUBSCRIBE l LOGIN (more…)
N. Korea reverses ban on foreign runners in Pyongyang marathon
This year’s Pyongyang marathon will only allow North Korean runners to take part as all foreigners are not allowed to participate, Pyongyang’s state media announced. SUBSCRIBE l LOGIN (more…)
Unlike his father and grandfather, Kim Jong-Un prefers to fly
In a break with North Korean royalty’s travel habits, Kim Jong-Un this week showcased a brand new mode of transportation: Pyongyang’s version of Air Force One. SUBSCRIBE l LOGIN (more…)
Burma expected to maintain ban on Aung San Suu Kyi candidacy
Burma’s President Thein Sein has signed a law allowing a national referendum on the nation’s controversial constitution that bans the country’s most popular political figure from running for presidential (more…)
China-Argentina fighter jet deal impacts British Falkland fleet
In a move that will certainly upset London, the Chinese government has decided to sell Argentina at least 14 J-10 fighter jets in the aftermath of the Feb. 2-5 (more…)
Greece gets seller’s remorse on major port sold to Chinese regime
The new Greek government has suddenly halted the process of privatization related to its largest port Piraeus that was sold to the Chinese communist government in 2008 for badly-needed (more…)
China’s plans to penetrate Mexican markets are twice dashed
After a humiliating defeat in Mexico last year, China’s leadership is expressing further dismay as the Mexican government announced its decision last week to cancel numerous public works projects. (more…)
Israel, in Asia pivot, sends hi-tech marketing delegation to China
JERUSALEM — Israel has sent a team to market advanced technology to China. The Economy Ministry has organized a delegation to explore the Chinese market in the area of (more…)
China, Russia to build the world’s longest high-speed rail line
China and Russia have officially announced a major deal to build the world’s longest high-speed railway connecting Beijing and Moscow. SUBSCRIBE l LOGIN (more…)