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Cheng Li-wun Begins U.S. Visit to Bolster Defense and Foreign Policy Credentials Amid Beijing Ties Kuomintang leader Cheng Li-wun begins a two-week U.S. visit on Monday, June 1, 2026, seeking …

IHI observation satellites start delivering imagery, strengthening Japan’s defensive surveillance IHI observation satellites begin delivering imagery, boosting Japan’s monitoring and defence capabilities as Tokyo integrates space-based reconnaissance now. TOKYO — …

Toyota to Import Taiwan-Made Noah and Voxy Minivans to Japan Toyota to import Taiwan-made Noah and Voxy minivans to Japan in October 2026, with production starting on a dedicated assembly …

EV buses from Osaka Expo begin departure from Joto-ku ‘graveyard’ after defects prompt abandonment Osaka Metro begins promptly transferring EV buses from a Joto-ku lot after defects and recalls; it …

Modi begins UAE and Europe tour to secure energy supplies and bolster India’s global role Prime Minister Narendra Modi departs on a multi-country tour starting Friday, May 15, 2026, visiting …

Trump-Xi Summit in Beijing: Xi Issues Taiwan Warning as Leaders Pledge to Reset U.S.-China Relations At the Trump-Xi Summit in Beijing on May 14, 2026, Chinese President Xi Jinping delivered …

Kushiro Shitsugen Norokko Train begins final season as historic marshland service prepares to retire Kushiro Shitsugen Norokko Train begins its final season in Hokkaido with scenic runs from JR Kushiro …

Hajj pilgrimage season opens as Asian pilgrims rehearse at Indonesia replica Kaaba More than 750,000 Asian Muslims are preparing for the Hajj pilgrimage, rehearsing rites in Indonesia as governments coordinate …

Lebanon-Israel talks in Washington proceed amid heavy Israeli strikes on Beirut Lebanon-Israel talks open in Washington as Beirut faces heavy Israeli strikes; new Lebanese leadership seeks direct negotiations amid civilian …