Topic: Asia Pacific — Neutral reports only

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[2026-06-26 17:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Title: China keeps an eye on AI smart glasses as privacy concerns come into focus
Snippet: Voluntary code aims to address privacy fears surrounding AI smart glasses as shipments surge and hidden recordings spark public outrage
Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/tech/article/3358459/china-keeps-eye-ai-smart-glasses-privacy-concerns-come-focus
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[2026-06-26 16:56 UTC+10:00] [Asia Pacific] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Rappler
Title: Samsung readies $648 billion bet, report says, as AI boom reshapes South Korea
Snippet: This is AI generated summarization, which may have errors. For context, always refer to the full article.
Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/technology/samsung-bet-ai-boom-reshapes-south-korea/
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[2026-06-26 16:55 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Nikkei Asia
Title: Editor's Choice: Japan progresses at World Cup while China brands score big
Snippet: During a FIFA World Cup match featuring Japan and Sweden at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, Texas, on June 25, Lenovo is among the sponsors displayed on boards around the pitch. (Photo by Kosaku Mimura)
Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/editor-s-picks/editor-in-chief-s-picks/editor-s-choice-japan-progresses-at-world-cup-while-china-brands-score-big
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[2026-06-26 16:52 UTC+10:00] [Southeast Asia] [Factuality: 92]
Source: Asia Times
Title: China tests Scarborough as Manila casts beyond US for help
Snippet: Keep independent journalism alive
Read full article: https://asiatimes.com/2026/06/china-tests-scarborough-as-manila-casts-beyond-us-for-help/
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[2026-06-26 16:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: AfricaNews
Title: Japan fans flood Shibuya as World Cup draw with Sweden sets up Brazil clash
Snippet: Supporters packed sports bars and public viewing areas before flooding the famous Shibuya Crossing, waving flags and chanting after the final whistle. The result sent both teams into the last 32, with Japan finishing second in Group F and setting up a last-32 meeting with Brazil. Police monitored the large crowds as fans celebrated the team's latest qualification.
Read full article: http://www.africanews.com/2026/06/26/japan-fans-flood-shibuya-as-world-cup-draw-with-sweden-sets-up-brazil-clash/
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[2026-06-26 16:41 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South Korea
Title: (URGENT) Court sentences ex-first lady Kim to 7 years in prison for taking gifts for job appointments
Snippet: (World Cup) S. Korea lose to South Africa to finish 3rd in group; knockout status in limbo
Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260626007600315
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[2026-06-26 16:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South Korea
Title: (URGENT) Seoul shares nosedive nearly 6 pct on profit hunting after AI-led rallies
Snippet: (World Cup) S. Korea lose to South Africa to finish 3rd in group; knockout status in limbo
Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260626006800320
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[2026-06-26 16:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Title: As Chinese EVs expand global footprint, banks raise export forecasts
Snippet: With a boost in global exports offsetting domestic dips, banks forecast significant growth in overseas markets – especially western Europe
Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/china-business/article/3358448/chinese-evs-expand-global-footprint-banks-raise-export-forecasts?utm_source=rss_feed
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[2026-06-26 16:30 UTC+10:00] [Chinese-made EVs] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Title: As Chinese EVs expand global footprint, banks raise export forecasts
Snippet: With a boost in global exports offsetting domestic dips, banks forecast significant growth in overseas markets – especially western Europe
Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/china-business/article/3358448/chinese-evs-expand-global-footprint-banks-raise-export-forecasts
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[2026-06-26 16:27 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South Korea
Title: Lee vows to seek pragmatic diplomacy to tackle global uncertainties
Snippet: SEOUL, June 26 (Yonhap) -- President Lee Jae Myung vowed Friday to tackle global challenges by pursuing pragmatic diplomacy centered on national interests and strengthening trilateral cooperation with the United States and Japan.
Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260626007000315
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[2026-06-26 16:22 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South Korea
Title: U.S. lawmaker calls for S. Korea-U.S.-Japan joint deterrence against N. Korea, China, Russia
Snippet: SEOUL, June 26 (Yonhap) -- A Korean American congresswoman on Friday called for closer cooperation among South Korea, the United States and Japan to build joint deterrence amid an "unprecedented" moment of deepening ties between North Korea, China and Russia.
Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260626006600315
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[2026-06-26 16:11 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Korea Herald
Title: K-beauty still a draw for tourists
Snippet: Honorary tourism ambassadors share what keeps them returning to Korea
Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10789620
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[2026-06-26 16:08 UTC+10:00] [JAPAN] [Factuality: 95]
Source: The Japan Times
Title: ‘Very strong’ nuclear verification needed in Iran after war: IAEA head
Snippet: A “very strong” verification system is needed in Iran following the Middle East conflict to ensure that the country does not develop nuclear weapons, the U.N. atomic watchdog chief said Friday.
Read full article: https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/06/26/japan/iaea-nuclear-verification-need/
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[2026-06-26 16:06 UTC+10:00] [Southeast Asia] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Asia Times
Title: MSCI clock ticking on Indonesia’s broken and untrusted IDX
Snippet: Keep independent journalism alive
Read full article: https://asiatimes.com/2026/06/msci-clock-ticking-on-indonesias-broken-and-untrusted-idx/
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[2026-06-26 16:04 UTC+10:00] [South Korea] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Guardian Australia
Title: South Korea to train half a million military personnel to become ‘drone warriors’
Snippet: All branches of the military will be taught how to use technology that has become a ‘game changer on the battlefield’, says defence minister
Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/jun/26/south-korea-drone-warriors-military-training
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[2026-06-26 16:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]
Source: South China Morning Post
Title: Why East Asia could be the new centre for peace and economic growth
Snippet: Chinese political scientist Yan Xuetong notes that the foundations of peace in the region ‘are stronger than those in Europe’
Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3358419/why-east-asia-could-be-new-centre-peace-and-economic-growth?utm_source=rss_feed
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[2026-06-26 16:00 UTC+10:00] [United States] [Factuality: 92]
Source: South China Morning Post
Title: Why East Asia could be the new centre for peace and economic growth
Snippet: Chinese political scientist Yan Xuetong notes that the foundations of peace in the region ‘are stronger than those in Europe’
Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3358419/why-east-asia-could-be-new-centre-peace-and-economic-growth
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[2026-06-26 16:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Title: ‘Imitation genius’: China influencer overcomes abusive dad to self-fund US education
Snippet: Zhong’s drive is to become his family’s pillar and protect his mother and younger sister
Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/people-culture/china-personalities/article/3358385/imitation-genius-china-influencer-overcomes-abusive-dad-self-fund-us-education?utm_source=rss_feed
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[2026-06-26 16:00 UTC+10:00] [China] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Title: ‘Imitation genius’: China influencer overcomes abusive dad to self-fund US education
Snippet: Zhong’s drive is to become his family’s pillar and protect his mother and younger sister
Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/people-culture/china-personalities/article/3358385/imitation-genius-china-influencer-overcomes-abusive-dad-self-fund-us-education
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[2026-06-26 15:54 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Title: Lea Salonga to receive MIFF Icon Award at 2026 Manila International Film Festival
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Tony and Olivier Award-winning actress and singer Lea Salonga will receive the Icon Award at the third Manila International Film Festival (MIFF), organizers announced Friday.
Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/06/26/entertainment-lifestyle/show-times/lea-salonga-to-receive-miff-icon-award-at-2026-manila-international-film-festival/2373464
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[2026-06-26 15:48 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: CNBC
Title: NBA targets Asian resurgence with technology and talent push
Snippet: A little over a week after the New York Knicks paraded through lower Manhattan celebrating their historic 2026 Championship win over the San Antonio Spurs, the NBA has set its sights on an ambitious target: Southeast Asia.
Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/06/26/nba-targets-asian-resurgence-with-technology-and-talent-push-.html
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[2026-06-26 15:39 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]
Source: South China Morning Post
Title: China among countries to offer aid to Venezuela following massive earthquakes | South China Morning Post
Snippet: Hundreds remain missing after back-to-back magnitude 7.2 and 7.5 quakes.
Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/video/world/3358445/china-among-countries-offer-aid-venezuela-following-massive-earthquakes
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[2026-06-26 15:36 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Nikkei Asia
Title: Trump's Iran oil sanction waiver set to squeeze China's teapot refiners
Snippet: A tanker offloads imported crude oil at Qingdao Port in China's Shandong province in March 2025. (Costfoto/NurPhoto via Getty Images)
Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/spotlight/iran-tensions/iran-war/trump-s-iran-oil-sanction-waiver-set-to-squeeze-china-s-teapot-refiners
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[2026-06-26 15:12 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Title: Malaysia’s Umno in tough spot ahead of Johor vote after veteran claims royal interference
Snippet: Supreme council member Mohd Puad Zarkashi has quit Umno, saying that the party ‘is controlled by the palace in making decisions’
Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3358443/malaysias-umno-tough-spot-ahead-johor-vote-after-veteran-claims-royal-interference?utm_source=rss_feed
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[2026-06-26 15:12 UTC+10:00] [James Chin] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Title: Malaysia’s Umno in tough spot ahead of Johor vote after veteran claims royal interference
Snippet: Supreme council member Mohd Puad Zarkashi has quit Umno, saying that the party ‘is controlled by the palace in making decisions’
Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3358443/malaysias-umno-tough-spot-ahead-johor-vote-after-veteran-claims-royal-interference
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[2026-06-26 15:04 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South Korea
Title: (World Cup) S. Korea in 6th among 3rd-place teams with 2 matchdays left
Snippet: GUADALAJARA, Mexico, June 25 (Yonhap) -- South Korea remained in position to sneak into the knockout stage of the FIFA World Cup on Thursday with two more matchdays left in the group stage.
Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260626005800315
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[2026-06-26 15:02 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South Korea
Title: U.S. nuclear expert calls for patience, caution on Seoul-Washington nuclear submarine cooperation
Snippet: JEJU, South Korea, June 26 (Yonhap) -- Nuclear submarine cooperation between South Korea and the United States, while making perfect strategic sense, is a lengthy and politically complicated process that needs "patience," a prominent U.S. nonproliferation expert said Friday.
Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260626005700315
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[2026-06-26 15:00 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Korea Herald
Title: Korea to spend W1tr to ease living costs, lower fuel price caps
Snippet: Government to freeze public utility rates in second half, seeks to keep inflation below 3 percent
Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10789513
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[2026-06-26 15:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South Korea
Title: S. Korea, Uzbekistan discuss closer trade ties amid geopolitical uncertainties
Snippet: SEOUL, June 26 (Yonhap) -- South Korea and Uzbekistan exchanged opinions on forging closer trade ties amid growing geopolitical uncertainties and a reshuffling of global supply chains, the industry ministry said Friday.
Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260626001500320
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[2026-06-26 14:49 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Jerusalem Post
Title: South Korea planning to train 500,000 'drone warriors' to counter North Korea
Snippet: South Korea will rapidly expand its drone and counter-drone capabilities to counter North Korea, including by training 500,000 "drone warriors" and distributing tens of thousands of unmanned systems across frontline units, the South Korean Defense Ministry said on Friday.
Read full article: https://www.jpost.com/international/article-900596
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[2026-06-26 14:46 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Korea Herald
Title: Hyundai unveils all-new Avante with AI, larger cabin
Snippet: Hyundai Motor has unveiled a fully redesigned Avante compact sedan, bringing more cabin space and its latest software and artificial intelligence features to one of South Korea’s best-known passenger cars.
Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10789476
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[2026-06-26 14:46 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Title: North Korea's Kim calls for 'destructive' military posture as South vows to boost drones
Snippet: SEOUL, South Korea — North Korean leader Kim Jong Un observed major weapons tests and called for the military’s “deadly and destructive offensive posture” to be bolstered, state media reported Friday, as South Korea announced it would drastically boost its drone warfare capabilities.
Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/06/26/world/asia-oceania/north-koreas-kim-calls-for-destructive-military-posture-as-south-vows-to-boost-drones/2373454
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[2026-06-26 14:45 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Korea Herald
Title: S. Korea to acquire 20,000 low-cost drones, fast-track 'K-Lucas' suicide drones
Snippet: Since 2017, I have covered South Korea’s political and economic landscape as a reporter, with a focus on foreign affairs, inter-Korean relations and security.As a foreign affairs reporter, I closely follow developments from the Ministry of Unification, the Foreign Ministry and the Defense Ministry, tracking shifts in diplomacy, military policy and North Korea’s evolving posture.
Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10789467
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[2026-06-26 14:43 UTC+10:00] [Asia Pacific] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Rappler
Title: Australia considers tougher enforcement of social media ban for teens
Snippet: Already have Rappler+? Sign in to listen to groundbreaking journalism.
Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/technology/australia-considers-tougher-enforcement-teen-social-media-ban/
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[2026-06-26 14:39 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Korea Herald
Title: Salt farm slavery cases return amid trade concerns
Snippet: South Korea’s long-running “salt farm slave” problem is again testing the country’s human rights safeguards, this time with possible trade consequences, after three salt farm workers were officially recognized as victims of human trafficking.
Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10789457
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[2026-06-26 14:37 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Nikkei Asia
Title: Japan narrows naphtha reliance on Middle East as supply shifts widen
Snippet: Yumeshima Container Terminal is seen in Osaka on March 26. (Photo by Toshiki Sasazu)
Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/economy/trade/japan-narrows-naphtha-reliance-on-middle-east-as-supply-shifts-widen
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[2026-06-26 14:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: AP News
Title: Asian shares sink, with Kospi down 7.5% and Nikkei shedding 4.4%
Snippet: A currency trader passes by a screen showing the Korea Composite Stock Price Index (KOSPI) and the foreign exchange rate between U.S. dollar and South Korean won at the foreign exchange dealing room of the Hana Bank headquarters in Seoul, South Korea, Friday, June 26, 2026. (AP Photo/Ahn Young-joon)
Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/stocks-markets-ai-chips-oil-rates-e356760ec69cab916e53a9804336b845
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[2026-06-26 14:14 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 95]
Source: The Manila Times
Title: Venus Williams calls Alex Eala her 'best partner'
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Filipino tennis sensation Alex Eala cherished the moment she teamed up with tennis legend Venus Williams of the United States during the doubles event of the 2026 Bad Homburg Open in Germany.
Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/06/26/sports/venus-williams-calls-alex-eala-her-best-partner/2373448
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[2026-06-26 14:12 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Nikkei Asia
Title: Chinese-owned Lotus bets on hybrid SUV for US turnaround
Snippet: Geely-backed Lotus is looking to bounce back after global deliveries fell 46% to 6,520 vehicles in 2025. © Getty Images
Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/automobiles/chinese-owned-lotus-bets-on-hybrid-suv-for-us-turnaround
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[2026-06-26 14:12 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Title: Breakthrough in US-Iran talks; Japan visa fee hike to affect Chinese: SCMP’s 7 highlights
Snippet: From deadly school shooting in Philippines to a Chinese man jailed for breeding 300 snakes, here are highlights from SCMP’s recent reporting
Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/article/3358412/breakthrough-us-iran-talks-japan-visa-fee-hike-affect-chinese-scmps-7-highlights?utm_source=rss_feed
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[2026-06-26 14:12 UTC+10:00] [Hong Kong] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Title: Breakthrough in US-Iran talks; Japan visa fee hike to affect Chinese: SCMP’s 7 highlights
Snippet: From deadly school shooting in Philippines to a Chinese man jailed for breeding 300 snakes, here are highlights from SCMP’s recent reporting
Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/article/3358412/breakthrough-us-iran-talks-japan-visa-fee-hike-affect-chinese-scmps-7-highlights
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[2026-06-26 14:07 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Korea Herald
Title: Bourse operator issues circuit breaker for KOSPI on sharp fall
Snippet: South Korea's bourse operator on Friday activated a circuit breaker for the benchmark Korea Composite Stock Price Index as stocks crashed due to a slump in tech heavyweights.
Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10789419
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[2026-06-26 14:06 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Title: China’s Zhipu AI sparks new ‘DeepSeek moment’ with cost-effective coding model
Snippet: While other Chinese releases have made significant gains, GLM-5.2 is the first model to rank in the top three globally on a major benchmark
Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/tech/big-tech/article/3358434/chinas-zhipu-ai-sparks-new-deepseek-moment-cost-effective-coding-model?utm_source=rss_feed
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[2026-06-26 14:06 UTC+10:00] [Jefferies] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Title: China’s Zhipu AI sparks new ‘DeepSeek moment’ with cost-effective coding model
Snippet: While other Chinese releases have made significant gains, GLM-5.2 is the first model to rank in the top three globally on a major benchmark
Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/tech/big-tech/article/3358434/chinas-zhipu-ai-sparks-new-deepseek-moment-cost-effective-coding-model
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[2026-06-26 14:04 UTC+10:00] [Southeast Asia] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Asia Times
Title: China built Indonesia’s nickel boom. Will it stay for the bust?
Snippet: Keep independent journalism alive
Read full article: https://asiatimes.com/2026/06/china-built-indonesias-nickel-boom-will-it-stay-for-the-bust/
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[2026-06-26 14:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Title: Can China’s strict policing model ‘silence the guns’ in Africa?
Snippet: As Beijing partners with the UN and the African Union to train officials on small arms control, analysts question its impact
Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3358336/can-chinas-strict-policing-model-silence-guns-africa?utm_source=rss_feed
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[2026-06-26 14:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Title: Can China’s strict policing model ‘silence the guns’ in Africa?
Snippet: As Beijing partners with the UN and the African Union to train officials on small arms control, analysts question its impact
Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3358336/can-chinas-strict-policing-model-silence-guns-africa
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[2026-06-26 13:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Nikkei Asia
Title: Bangladesh courts China to drive infrastructure and trade push
Snippet: Bangladeshi Prime Minister Tarique Rahman met with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing on Friday. (Source photos by Reuters and Ken Kobayashi)
Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/politics/international-relations/bangladesh-courts-china-to-drive-infrastructure-and-trade-push
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[2026-06-26 13:54 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]
Source: South China Morning Post
Title: Too young to ride, Malaysian teen pedals dream by building fake Yamaha motorcycle
Snippet: A viral video of the 13-year-old showing off his refurbished bicycle to police offices has won hearts on the internet
Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/people/article/3358431/too-young-ride-malaysian-teen-pedals-dream-building-fake-yamaha-motorcycle?utm_source=rss_feed
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[2026-06-26 13:54 UTC+10:00] [Johor Bahru] [Factuality: 90]
Source: South China Morning Post
Title: Too young to ride, Malaysian teen pedals dream by building fake Yamaha motorcycle
Snippet: A viral video of the 13-year-old showing off his refurbished bicycle to police offices has won hearts on the internet
Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/people/article/3358431/too-young-ride-malaysian-teen-pedals-dream-building-fake-yamaha-motorcycle
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