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U.S. shifts focus to China risks, Zelenskyy arrives at Asia defense meeting

SINGAPORE >> U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin tried to refocus attention on China’s threat in the Asia-Pacific today, seeking to alleviate concerns that conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza have distracted from America’s security commitments…

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Hong Kong women keep World Cup dream alive, prove too powerful for Kazakhstan in Asia Rugby Championship finale

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Hong Kong outplay Kazakhstan in Asia Rugby Championship finale to secure spot in WXV3 tournament later this year, and remain in contention for 2025 Rugby World Cup in England.

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Asia Rugby Championship: Hong Kong men off to flyer, but ‘frustrated’ coach demands improvement after scrappy display

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Hong Kong seal opening victory but head coach Andrew Douglas wants quick improvement after stop-start display, featuring too many errors.

US defence chief praises ‘new era of security’ in Asia-Pacific

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SINGAPORE, June 1 — US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin today hailed a “new era of security” in the Asia-Pacific region, a...

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Strengthened resolve to prevent conflict from occurring in Asia, says Ng Eng Hen at Shangri-La Dialogue

Singapore's defence minister added the country does not have "outsized aspirations" on the role it plays in the interactions between the United States and China.

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Nanta heads Malaysian delegation to World Cities Summit, Asia Infrastructure Forum 2024 in Singapore

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KUALA LUMPUR, June 1 — Minister of Works Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi is to lead a Malaysian delegation to the W...

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US seeks to build Asia-Pacific version of NATO to maintain hegemony - China defence official

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A Chinese defence official accused the United States on Saturday of seeking to build an Asia-Pacific version of NATO to maintain its hegemony in the region.

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Bid for dominance over Asia Pacific tests US, China attempt at detente

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US defence chief Lloyd Austin hails a 'new era of security' in the Asia Pacific, drawing a strong pushback from China.

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WHO raises alarm as 11 mn adolescents use tobacco products in South-East Asia

NEW DELHI: Noting that a worrying 11 million adolescents are using various tobacco products in the South-East Asia Region, the highest globally, the WHO on Thursday called for the need to protect children from the interference of the…

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China accuses US of seeking ‘Asia-Pacific Nato’

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PLA general blames Washington for tension as Pentagon chief says allies seek ‘convergence’ on defence and security

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Asia Rugby Championship: World Cup spot and future of Hong Kong women’s rugby at stake in crunch Kazakhstan clash

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Hong Kong are playing for the ARC runner-up spot, as well as the health of women’s rugby in the city, when they clash with Kazakhstan on Saturday.

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Asia’s top security summit is under way in Singapore

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As US and China defence chiefs meet in Singapore, attention turns to rising tensions over the future of Taiwan.

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Revolut to Expand in Asia-Pacific, Build on Success in Australia

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London-based FinTech company Revolut has reportedly set its sights on the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region for its global expansion strategy. Charlie Short, head of growth at Revolut, told Bloomberg the company is committed to accelerating…

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Inaugural International Day of Potato Celebration & Open day of CIP-China Center for Asia Pacific sucessfully held in Yanqing Beijing China

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Continue reading Inaugural International Day of Potato Celebration & Open day of CIP-China Center for Asia Pacific sucessfully held in Yanqing Beijing China at International Potato Center.

Latest News | BSE Completes Acquisition of S&P Dow Jones Indices' Entire Stake in Asia Index

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Get latest articles and stories on Latest News at LatestLY. Leading stock exchange BSE Ltd on Friday said it has completed the acquisition of S&P Dow Jones Indices' entire equity stake in Asia Index Private Limited (AIPL), making it a…

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HSBC To Announce New CEO By July To Stabilize Asia-Focused Strategy

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HSBC Holdings Plc (NYSE:HSBC) aims to finalize its search for a new CEO in the coming weeks, likely choosing from internal candidates.

Chinese Suppliers Invade Southeast Asia's Tech Boom

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Chinese IT suppliers are expanding into Southeast Asia, challenging Taiwanese tech firms. Chinese IT suppliers are rapidly growing in Southeast Asia, challenging Taiwanese enterprises that have long been backed by major tech firms Google…

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B.League: Thirdy Ravena named Impressive Asia Player of Year

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MANILA, Philippines—Thirdy Ravena added new hardware to his growing closet of accolades. Ravena was awarded the Japan B.League’s Impressive Asia Player of the Year award on Friday for his stellar season with the San-En Neophoenix. The…

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