Bac Ninh and Quang Ninh to Become Centrally Governed Cities in Vietnam’s New Investment Plan Vietnam to elevate Bac Ninh and Quang Ninh to central government-run cities to accelerate investment, …
Moves
-
Business
Mongolia moves to tighten political rules after outsiders win seats
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiMongolia political reforms spur inclusion, as lawmakers push to tighten party and electoral rules Mongolia’s political reforms opened space for outsiders, but a new push seeks tighter party and electoral …
-
Business
Vingroup posts strong H1 profit surge, moves into urban rail and renewables
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiVingroup posts strong first-half profit as property sales fuel infrastructure push Vingroup posts strong first-half profit as property sales boost cash to finance urban railways and renewable energy, while VinFast …
-
Business
KED Bicycle Helmet Production Moves to China, Underscoring Germany’s Manufacturing Decline
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiGerman bicycle manufacturing faces setback as KED moves helmet production to China KED, a family-run German bicycle helmet maker, will move production to China later this year, a decision that …
-
Politics
LDP prioritizes Imperial Household Law and moves to force two bills
by Sui Yuitoby Sui YuitoLDP to push House of Representatives seat reduction and ‘vice-capital’ bills after prioritizing Imperial Household Law debate LDP to prioritize Imperial Household Law debate while pressing to pass House of …
-
FeaturedGuides
Citta’ Matsuri Festival moves to June in Kawasaki, adds mikoshi processions
by Ren Nakamuraby Ren NakamuraCitta’ Matsuri Festival Returns to Kawasaki June 19–21 with Mikoshi, DJs and AKB48 Citta’ Matsuri Festival returns to Kawasaki June 19–21, 2026, bringing traditional mikoshi processions, international performances, a large …
-
Politics
Trump Beijing Visit Seeks Practical Gains as China Readies Moves on Taiwan
by Sui Yuitoby Sui YuitoTrump’s visit to China opens on May 13, 2026, with Taiwan a central focus Trump’s visit to China begins May 13, 2026, with talks on trade, Iran and Taiwan. Tokyo …
-
Politics
Japan Moves to Criminalize National Flag Desecration Amid Free Speech Debate
by Sui Yuitoby Sui YuitoRuling coalition advances national flag desecration law as Diet debate opens Ruling coalition seeks a national flag desecration law in Japan, sparking debate over punishable acts, penalties, scope and protection …