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The Preparatory Office for the First Korea-Central Asia Summit 2026 signed a memorandum of understanding with Hyundai Motor Company on Monday over vehicle support for the summit set for September.
COUSINS. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and then-House speaker Martin Romualdez during a roundtable meeting with heads of the Malaysian Chambers of Commerce in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia in July 2023.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government caved under the pressure of student protests across India — a rarity in the current administration — underscoring the rising influence of Gen Zs in the world's largest democracy.
SEOUL, July 27 (Yonhap) -- New U.S. Ambassador to South Korea Michelle Steel is set to arrive in Seoul this week to assume her post, sources said Monday, which has remained vacant for about 1 1/2 years since the launch of U.S. President Donald Trump's second administration.
Malaysia’s lower rate hinges on promised forced-labour reforms, even as an overcapacity investigation threatens higher levies
Malaysia’s lower rate hinges on promised forced-labour reforms, even as an overcapacity investigation threatens higher levies
Sutrimo, who was reported to have managed the household of Febrie Adriansyah, was found unconscious outside a clinic and later declared dead
Sutrimo, who was reported to have managed the household of Febrie Adriansyah, was found unconscious outside a clinic and later declared dead
MANILA, Philippines — The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) and the Manila Police District (MPD) conducted parallel investigations into the improvised explosive device (IED) explosion outside the central office of the Department of Justice (DOJ).
Japanese electronics makers and retailers are enjoying strong demand for portable air conditioners, with some areas recently experiencing “cruelly hot” days, featuring temperatures of 40 degrees Celsius or higher.
A protester destroys an effigy of U.S. President Donald Trump during a protest march in Quezon City, Philippines Monday, July 27, 2026, ahead of the State of the Nation Address by President Marcos Jr. (AP Photo/Gerard Carreon)
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Opposition Leader Angus Taylor has called on the Labor Party to return the money it raised from Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s dinner this month at the home of the 25-year-old son of a Chinese billionaire accused of deceiving the tax office by funnelling huge sums of money from China.
Chipmaker CXMT's held a record IPO on the Shanghai STAR Market with its landmark share sale on July 27. © Reuters
The resignation of Perry Warjiyo, center, as the governor of Bank Indonesia was announced on July 27, leaving Senior Deputy Gov. Destry Damayanti, left, as acting governor. But analysts are concerned that President Prabowo Subianto's nephew, Thomas Djiwandono, right, currently a deputy governor, might replace Warjiy…
Some investors accuse quant funds of accelerating the July decline through share dumping, reigniting suspicions rooted in the 2015 crash
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MANILA, Philippines — Local oil companies announced that all fuel prices would increase for the fourth consecutive week on Tuesday, influenced by developments in the Middle East and in Russia.
Most entrepreneurs polled cite problematic payment delays and intense competition, even as AI, semiconductors and advanced materials lift profits
Most entrepreneurs polled cite problematic payment delays and intense competition, even as AI, semiconductors and advanced materials lift profits
Ruling adds to legal troubles for ousted leader who was sentenced to life in prison for insurrection earlier this year
Ruling adds to legal troubles for ousted leader who was sentenced to life in prison for insurrection earlier this year
MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. arrived at Batasang Pambansa Complex in Quezon City to deliver his fifth State of the Nation Address (SONA) on Monday.
A screenshot of The Belief on the historic epic's official Weibo account. Slated for release in mainland China on July 25, the film has been shelved. (Photo by Yuji Murakami)
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Lotte Wellfood said Monday that it has begun full-scale operations at a fourth Lotte Choco Pie production line in India, expanding capacity to meet growing local demand.
SK Innovation E&S said Monday that it will bring 300,000 barrels of condensate from Australia’s Barossa gas field into Korea in early August, marking the project’s first condensate shipment to the country.
South Korea’s ousted former President Yoon Suk Yeol arrives to attend his trial at the Seoul Central District Court in Seoul, South Korea, May 12, 2025. (AP Photo/Ahn Young-joon, Pool, File)
MANILA, Philippines — Security has been tightened at the Senate following the recovery of a suspected improvised explosive device (IED) outside its premises, with Senate President Sherwin Gatchalian condemning what he described as an apparent attempt to sow fear on the day President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. delivered hi…
SEOUL, July 27 (Yonhap) -- The state weather service issued its highest-level heat wave warning for 17 areas in southern South Korea on Monday, saying extreme heat is expected there.
Lee Moon Won Bio said Monday it has been selected for TIPS, South Korea’s flagship government-backed program for promising technology startups.
SEOUL, July 27 (Yonhap) -- The unification ministry on Monday awarded a commendation to an officer from the United Nations Command's Military Armistice Commission (UNCMAC) in recognition of his contributions to peace in the border area with North Korea.
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MANILA, Philippines — Olympic bronze medalist Henri Schoeman returns to the IRONMAN 70.3 Lapu-Lapu presented by Megaworld next month determined to prove that his breakthrough victory was no one-off.
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Staff reporter at The Korea Herald’s National Desk, based in Seoul. Covers South Korea’s national security and foreign policy, with a focus on the Defense, Foreign and Unification Ministries, as well as the National Assembly.Before entering journalism, served as an Air Force officer. Experience includes providing tr…
MANILA, Philippines — Five individuals were arrested for alleged vandalism ahead of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s fifth State of the Nation Address (SONA).
MANILA, Philippines — Nadine Seno produced the tournament's biggest breakthrough while Matthew Morris reaffirmed his growing stature as one of the country's brightest junior prospects, emerging as the biggest winners in the Mandaue City Juniors Age Group Tennis Championships at the Mandaue City courts in Cebu on Sun…
SEOUL, July 27 (Yonhap) -- The commander of the United Nations Command (UNC) said Monday the Armistice Agreement that ended the 1950-53 Korean War has served to maintain peace and stability on the Korean Peninsula as South Korea and allied nations marked the 73rd anniversary of the ceasefire.
For over a decade, I’ve navigated the complexities of North Korean affairs, security, and foreign policy from both Seoul and Washington, D.C. As the National Desk Political Team Lead, I track the pulse of geopolitics, closely following developments from the Unification Ministry and the Foreign Ministry. My mornings …
Japanese Crown Princess Kiko (back left), Princess Aiko (center) and Princess Kako (right) attend a spring imperial garden party at the Akasaka Imperial Gardens in Tokyo on April 17. Walking in front of them is Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi. © Kyodo
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine Olympic Committee (POC) brought together key stakeholders in Philippine volleyball on Monday in a bid to foster unity and strengthen the country’s national volleyball program amid the ongoing leadership dispute within the Philippine National Volleyball Federation (PNVF).
Federal Court rejects free speech defence and upholds racial vilification finding over comments directed at a Muslim senator
Federal Court rejects free speech defence and upholds racial vilification finding over comments directed at a Muslim senator
When Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi visited Australia in May, she brought her host a gift chosen with diplomatic care: Crown Melons from Shizuoka, the most prized fruit in Japan, to mark Australia’s decision in January to reopen its market to Japanese melons. In Japan, a single Crown Melon can cost more than…
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SEOUL, July 27 (Yonhap) -- South Korea's science ministry and the U.S. chip giant AMD Inc. have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to cooperate in the establishment of an open-weight artificial intelligence (AI) ecosystem, the science ministry said Monday.
Researchers are working on ways to use the fast-growing plant in the fight against desertification in China’s arid north
Researchers are working on ways to use the fast-growing plant in the fight against desertification in China’s arid north