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A wrecked carriage is lifted at the scene of a deadly train blast in Quetta, Pakistan, on Sunday. Photo: EPA

South Asia

Pakistan attack kills at least 24 as explosive-laden car hits train

A local official said the train, carrying army personnel and their relatives, was going from Quetta to Peshawar. Over 50 people were injured.

1 dead, ⁠21 missing after unfinished building collapses in Philippines

US tech supply chain hub tackling China hits Philippine sovereignty wall

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Politics

Budget cuts leave Thailand’s twin-sea navy at risk of falling behind

With submarine projects stalled and frigate funding cut, Thailand’s fleet risks being outpaced by regional rivals.

Thai aircraft carrier HTMS Chakri Naruebet (rear) accompanies transport ship HTMS Chang (front) before entering a naval base. Photo: Royal Thai Navy
Thai aircraft carrier HTMS Chakri Naruebet (rear) accompanies transport ship HTMS Chang (front) before entering a naval base. Photo: Royal Thai Navy

East Asia

Japan to scour social media in hunt for visa overstayers, illegal workers

The Immigration Services Agency also plans to crack down on individuals who employ foreign workers without valid visas.

Politics

Why Sara Duterte is altering tone on South China Sea dispute

The vice-president’s calls to ‘defend sovereignty’ are an attempt to please voters at home while not alienating Beijing, experts say.

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South Asia

Rubio renews US ties with India after Trump’s China visit

The US secretary of state called India a natural partner and invited PM Modi to the White House.

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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio attends an event at the US embassy in New Delhi, India, on Saturday. Photo: Reuters
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio attends an event at the US embassy in New Delhi, India, on Saturday. Photo: Reuters

Lifestyle & Culture

Southeast Asia is chasing the AI boom, but at what cost?

A regional dash for digital dominance risks running headlong into an energy crunch and an existential threat to jobs.

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People

From Harvard to handcuffs: why Gojek founder’s trial alarms Indonesians abroad

As Nadiem Makarim stares down an 18-year prison term, Indonesians abroad are asking whether public service back home is a legal liability.

South Asia

For third time in 8 days, India raises diesel and petrol prices

Responsible consumption, public cooperation will help ensure smooth availability for all during ongoing high-demand period, government says.

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An auto-rickshaw drives along in New Delhi on Thursday, two days before fuel prices rose again. Photo: AFP

Australasia

‘We depend on sea’: NZ to invest in drones, ships for maritime security

The oceans are not a barrier to danger, but a vital national interest that must be actively secured, said Defence Minister Chris Penk.

Tauranga cityscape and beaches viewed from Mount Maunganui in, Tauranga, New Zealand. File photo: via Getty Images
Tauranga cityscape and beaches viewed from Mount Maunganui in, Tauranga, New Zealand. File photo: via Getty Images

South Asia

Bangladesh’s rare ‘Donald Trump’ buffalo draws crowds over resemblance

Many have travelled a long way to pose for selfies and videos with the ‘calm by nature’ buffalo, which has gone viral on social media.

South Asia

Mock cockroach-theme political party draws India’s jobless youth, Modi’s rivals

The party was launched after India’s Chief Justice Surya Kant referred to some unemployed youngsters as ‘parasites’ and ‘cockroaches’.

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People

Japanese female prison’s rehabilitation goal faces health, language barriers

A human rights group says Japan’s penal system still fails to treat prison inmates ‘like human beings’.

Inmates in Tochigi Prison’s factory in Japan sew flags and banners. Photo: Julian Ryall

Politics

India’s US$9 billion island megaport sharpens China’s ‘Malacca dilemma’

When completed, the Great Nicobar project would allow India to monitor activities near the Strait of Malacca, a key trade corridor for China.

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A coastline at Campbell Bay in Great Nicobar Island. India is planning a US$9 billion megaport, airport and city on the remote island. Photo: AFP
A coastline at Campbell Bay in Great Nicobar Island. India is planning a US$9 billion megaport, airport and city on the remote island. Photo: AFP

Southeast Asia

Vietnam sells disgraced tycoon’s Hermes bags to recoup US$27 billion in damages

Truong My Lan was convicted for embezzling US$12.3 billion from Saigon Commercial Bank in the nation’s largest fraud case.

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South Asia

2 climbers die on Everest as record breaker warns of overcrowding

Both climbers had successfully reached the peak but died while descending. At least five climbers have died this Everest season.

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Lifestyle & Culture

Southeast Asia is chasing the AI boom, but at what cost?

A regional dash for digital dominance risks running headlong into an energy crunch and an existential threat to jobs.

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Illustration: Huy Truong
Illustration: Huy Truong

Politics

Beyond bamboo: Vietnam’s To Lam mounts a diplomacy offensive

The security chief turned paramount leader is chasing the markets and capital required to reach high-income status by 2045.

Economics

Singapore shines as a stable investment oasis in a global storm

Wealthy families are trading global uncertainty for Singapore’s regulatory rigour, driving record inflows and a revitalised stock exchange.

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Politics

From Malaysia’s book bans to Iran war, Anwar’s reform agenda faces sternest test

Anwar’s government has tilted to the right in recent years in a move to win the support of Malay voters, analysts say.

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim attends a bilateral meeting with Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese in Putrajaya earlier in April. Photo: Bianca De Marchi/AAP/dpa
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THIS WEEK IN ASIA

Lifestyle & Culture

Southeast Asia is chasing the AI boom, but at what cost?

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Illustration: Huy Truong

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US tech supply chain hub tackling China hits Philippine sovereignty wall

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Tugboats assist a container ship as it prepares to dock at the Manila International Container Terminal on April 8. Photo: AP

Politics

Budget cuts leave Thailand’s twin-sea navy at risk of falling behind

Thai aircraft carrier HTMS Chakri Naruebet (rear) accompanies transport ship HTMS Chang (front) before entering a naval base. Photo: Royal Thai Navy

Politics

Why Sara Duterte is altering tone on South China Sea dispute

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Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte delivers a statement following her impeachment on February 7. Photo: Reuters

People

From Harvard to handcuffs: why Gojek founder’s trial alarms Indonesians abroad

Nadiem Makarim (right) enters the courtroom for his trial hearing in Jakarta on May 13. Photo: AP
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