Asia & Pacific

Nvidia Employee Detained in Taiwan's AI Chip Smuggling Probe

Nvidia Employee Detained in Taiwan's AI Chip Smuggling Probe

A Nvidia employee has been detained in Taiwan as part of an investigation into the smuggling of AI servers containing restricted chips to China.
Upcoming Taiwan Drills Tests Defense Readiness Amid China Tensions

Upcoming Taiwan Drills Tests Defense Readiness Amid China Tensions

Taiwan is preparing for annual military exercises in August, focusing on keeping its defense industry running, protecting critical supplies, and responding to a potential Chinese invasion scenario.
Malaysian Police Raid Online Scam Centers

Malaysian Police Raid Online Scam Centers

Malaysian police have raided more than two dozen locations hosting online scam schemes.
Dozens Missing After Shopping Center Collapses During Japan Earthquake

Dozens Missing After Shopping Center Collapses During Japan Earthquake

The affected area is about 540 miles southwest of Tokyo.
Aftermath After Magnitude 7.1 Earthquake Strikes Southern Japan

Aftermath After Magnitude 7.1 Earthquake Strikes Southern Japan

A magnitude 7.1 earthquake struck southern Japan on July 28, with strong shaking reported across a wide area of Kyushu.
Magnitude 7.1 Earthquake Shakes Southern Japan, Tsunami Advisory Issued

Magnitude 7.1 Earthquake Shakes Southern Japan, Tsunami Advisory Issued

Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said the extent of casualties and property damage was being assessed.
CCP Using ‘Salami Slicing’ Strategy in Pacific to Push US Out: Naval Expert

CCP Using ‘Salami Slicing’ Strategy in Pacific to Push US Out: Naval Expert

NTD discussed the threat from the Chinese Communist Party and the joint response to it with Capt. James Fanell, a former director of intelligence with the Navy’s Pacific Fleet.
Marcos Pledges Firm Defense of Philippines’ South China Sea Rights Amid China Tensions

Marcos Pledges Firm Defense of Philippines’ South China Sea Rights Amid China Tensions

His remarks come days after Chinese state media published a video that Manila said contained racist and dehumanizing portrayals of Filipinos.
Indian Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan Resigns After Protests

Indian Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan Resigns After Protests

Officials agreed to drop criminal charges against protesters and compensate the families of students who ​died by suicide after the leaks.
US, Japan, Philippines Complete Joint Military Drills In South China Sea

US, Japan, Philippines Complete Joint Military Drills In South China Sea

The drills occurred amid rising friction between the Philippine Navy and the Chinese Coast Guard.
Gordon Chang on Trump's Warning to China, Russia Not to Help Iran

Gordon Chang on Trump's Warning to China, Russia Not to Help Iran

Gordon Chang, Senior Fellow at the Gatestone Institute, and author of 'Plan Red: China's Project to Destroy America' joins Tiffany Meier to discuss the latest with Iran.
Australia Reaffirms Support for Philippines in South China Sea Dispute

Australia Reaffirms Support for Philippines in South China Sea Dispute

Australia's Foreign Minister Penny Wong has reaffirmed support for the 2016 South China Sea arbitral ruling, stressing the importance of international law and freedom of navigation.
Both Russia and Ukraine Have Incentive to End War: Rubio

Both Russia and Ukraine Have Incentive to End War: Rubio

Rubio said the conflict had exacted a heavy toll, pointing to civilian deaths and Russian strikes on Kyiv.
Former TSMC Manager Indicted Over Alleged Chip Secrets Case Tied to China

Former TSMC Manager Indicted Over Alleged Chip Secrets Case Tied to China

A former TSMC manager has been indicted in Taiwan over allegations he copied sensitive semiconductor trade secrets, and planned to use the information to help establish a company in China.
Philippines Protests China Actions in First High-Level Talks Since 2024

Philippines Protests China Actions in First High-Level Talks Since 2024

The Philippines raised a strong protest with China over recent actions in the South China Sea during the first foreign minister-level talks between the two countries since 2024.
Rubio Set to Meet With Russian Counterpart at ASEAN Summit

Rubio Set to Meet With Russian Counterpart at ASEAN Summit

Secretary of State Marco Rubio on July 22 said he'd meet with Russian counterpart Sergei Lavrov at the sidelines of the ASEAN summit in the Philippines on July 23.
Rubio Says US Preparing for China’s Xi Visit, Stresses Need to Manage Differences

Rubio Says US Preparing for China’s Xi Visit, Stresses Need to Manage Differences

Rubio said the two sides had their differences, but that their job was to manage them and to ensure they do not get out of control.
Rubio Says US Open to Negotiations, but Iran Not Serious About Talks

Rubio Says US Open to Negotiations, but Iran Not Serious About Talks

Four tankers carrying Saudi crude oil to Asia reversed course in the Red Sea on Wednesday.
Rubio Pushes Back on China's Influence in Southeast Asia

Rubio Pushes Back on China's Influence in Southeast Asia

Secretary of State Marco Rubio landed in the Philippines with a firm message for China: America is staying focused on the Pacific.
US Condemns China’s Actions Against Philippine Navy

US Condemns China’s Actions Against Philippine Navy

The United States called on China to immediately cease its destabilizing conduct in the Pacific.
Nvidia Employee Detained in Taiwan's AI Chip Smuggling Probe

Nvidia Employee Detained in Taiwan's AI Chip Smuggling Probe

A Nvidia employee has been detained in Taiwan as part of an investigation into the smuggling of AI servers containing restricted chips to China.
Upcoming Taiwan Drills Tests Defense Readiness Amid China Tensions

Upcoming Taiwan Drills Tests Defense Readiness Amid China Tensions

Taiwan is preparing for annual military exercises in August, focusing on keeping its defense industry running, protecting critical supplies, and responding to a potential Chinese invasion scenario.
Malaysian Police Raid Online Scam Centers

Malaysian Police Raid Online Scam Centers

Malaysian police have raided more than two dozen locations hosting online scam schemes.
Dozens Missing After Shopping Center Collapses During Japan Earthquake

Dozens Missing After Shopping Center Collapses During Japan Earthquake

The affected area is about 540 miles southwest of Tokyo.
Aftermath After Magnitude 7.1 Earthquake Strikes Southern Japan

Aftermath After Magnitude 7.1 Earthquake Strikes Southern Japan

A magnitude 7.1 earthquake struck southern Japan on July 28, with strong shaking reported across a wide area of Kyushu.
Magnitude 7.1 Earthquake Shakes Southern Japan, Tsunami Advisory Issued

Magnitude 7.1 Earthquake Shakes Southern Japan, Tsunami Advisory Issued

Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said the extent of casualties and property damage was being assessed.
CCP Using ‘Salami Slicing’ Strategy in Pacific to Push US Out: Naval Expert

CCP Using ‘Salami Slicing’ Strategy in Pacific to Push US Out: Naval Expert

NTD discussed the threat from the Chinese Communist Party and the joint response to it with Capt. James Fanell, a former director of intelligence with the Navy’s Pacific Fleet.
Marcos Pledges Firm Defense of Philippines’ South China Sea Rights Amid China Tensions

Marcos Pledges Firm Defense of Philippines’ South China Sea Rights Amid China Tensions

His remarks come days after Chinese state media published a video that Manila said contained racist and dehumanizing portrayals of Filipinos.
Indian Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan Resigns After Protests

Indian Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan Resigns After Protests

Officials agreed to drop criminal charges against protesters and compensate the families of students who ​died by suicide after the leaks.
US, Japan, Philippines Complete Joint Military Drills In South China Sea

US, Japan, Philippines Complete Joint Military Drills In South China Sea

The drills occurred amid rising friction between the Philippine Navy and the Chinese Coast Guard.
Gordon Chang on Trump's Warning to China, Russia Not to Help Iran

Gordon Chang on Trump's Warning to China, Russia Not to Help Iran

Gordon Chang, Senior Fellow at the Gatestone Institute, and author of 'Plan Red: China's Project to Destroy America' joins Tiffany Meier to discuss the latest with Iran.
Australia Reaffirms Support for Philippines in South China Sea Dispute

Australia Reaffirms Support for Philippines in South China Sea Dispute

Australia's Foreign Minister Penny Wong has reaffirmed support for the 2016 South China Sea arbitral ruling, stressing the importance of international law and freedom of navigation.
Both Russia and Ukraine Have Incentive to End War: Rubio

Both Russia and Ukraine Have Incentive to End War: Rubio

Rubio said the conflict had exacted a heavy toll, pointing to civilian deaths and Russian strikes on Kyiv.
Former TSMC Manager Indicted Over Alleged Chip Secrets Case Tied to China

Former TSMC Manager Indicted Over Alleged Chip Secrets Case Tied to China

A former TSMC manager has been indicted in Taiwan over allegations he copied sensitive semiconductor trade secrets, and planned to use the information to help establish a company in China.
Philippines Protests China Actions in First High-Level Talks Since 2024

Philippines Protests China Actions in First High-Level Talks Since 2024

The Philippines raised a strong protest with China over recent actions in the South China Sea during the first foreign minister-level talks between the two countries since 2024.
Rubio Set to Meet With Russian Counterpart at ASEAN Summit

Rubio Set to Meet With Russian Counterpart at ASEAN Summit

Secretary of State Marco Rubio on July 22 said he'd meet with Russian counterpart Sergei Lavrov at the sidelines of the ASEAN summit in the Philippines on July 23.
Rubio Says US Preparing for China’s Xi Visit, Stresses Need to Manage Differences

Rubio Says US Preparing for China’s Xi Visit, Stresses Need to Manage Differences

Rubio said the two sides had their differences, but that their job was to manage them and to ensure they do not get out of control.
Rubio Says US Open to Negotiations, but Iran Not Serious About Talks

Rubio Says US Open to Negotiations, but Iran Not Serious About Talks

Four tankers carrying Saudi crude oil to Asia reversed course in the Red Sea on Wednesday.
Rubio Pushes Back on China's Influence in Southeast Asia

Rubio Pushes Back on China's Influence in Southeast Asia

Secretary of State Marco Rubio landed in the Philippines with a firm message for China: America is staying focused on the Pacific.
US Condemns China’s Actions Against Philippine Navy

US Condemns China’s Actions Against Philippine Navy

The United States called on China to immediately cease its destabilizing conduct in the Pacific.