Taiwan’s presidential vote result holds diplomatic significance for Korea
The outcome of the presidential election in Taiwan is expected to pose significant diplomatic challenges for Korea, particularly in navigating relations with China and neighboring countries. Tensions in Asia could escalate in response to any sensitive rhetoric or actions, adding complexity to Korea's diplomatic landscape.
China vows to ‘crush’ Taiwan ‘independence’ efforts ahead of key election
Beijing accuses Taipei's ruling Democratic Progressive Party of pushing the self-ruled island toward the dangerous conditions of war by purchasing arms from the United States.
48 dead in Japan Noto quake, rescue efforts continue amid aftershocks
At least 48 people were killed in the powerful earthquake that struck the Noto Peninsula and surrounding areas in central Japan on New Year's Day, as more reports of damage came in and rescuers raced to find survivors amid continuing aftershocks on Tuesday.
Afghanistan’s Future: A Path Towards Prosperity and Development, says Deputy PM
Mawlavi Abdul Kabir, Deputy Prime Minister for Political Affairs, has assured the people of Afghanistan of a future marked by prosperity and parity with other countries globally.
Japan Airlines plane catches fire on Tokyo runway
Hundreds have been evacuated from a Japan Airlines plane after it burst into flames at Tokyo International Airport, also known as Haneda.
Earthquake slams Japan; residents flee some coastal areas
A powerful earthquake struck central Japan on Monday, triggering warnings for residents to evacuate some areas on its west coast, knocking out power to thousands of homes and disrupting flights and rail services to the affected region.
Korea seeks paradigm shift in policies to attract more foreign students
Korea seeks to facilitate cooperation between universities, municipalities and companies as it pushes for a paradigm shift in policies to attract more international students, Education Minister Lee Ju-ho said, noting that the plan is aimed at preemptively securing skilled foreign workers for high-tech industries and boosting the global competitiveness of the country.
Biggest faction of Japan’s ruling party LDP allegedly pools secret funds
The biggest faction of Japan's ruling party is alleged to have pooled secret funds worth around 100 million yen ($676,000) to reimburse members who exceeded their quotas in selling fundraising party tickets, sources close to the matter said Friday.
Japan ambassador meets citizen detained in China over spying for 1st time
Japanese Ambassador to China Hideo Tarumi met for the first time on Tuesday with a senior Astellas Pharma Inc. employee who was formally arrested by Beijing authorities last month on suspicion of espionage, a Japanese government official said.
Ex-UN chief Ban leads Korea’s final presentation to clinch World Expo 2030
Korea made its final presentation for the World Expo 2030 host city bid in Paris on Tuesday, bringing in high-profile figures such as former U.N. Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon and K-pop stars.
