Cathay Pacific Posts Over 60% H1 Profit Surge as Mainland Rivals Face Heavy Losses Cathay Pacific reported a rise of more than 60% in first-half profit on Wednesday, July 22, …
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China launches nuclear-capable missile into South Pacific, regional leaders decry breach
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiPacific Nations Condemn China Missile Test in the South Pacific Pacific leaders denounce China missile test in the South Pacific nuclear-free zone on June 6, 2026, prompting calls for stronger …
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China launches missile from nuclear submarine into Pacific despite regional concerns
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiChinese submarine missile launch draws regional concern as Japan, Australia and New Zealand seek answers Chinese submarine missile launch into the Pacific prompts protests from Japan, Australia and New Zealand, …
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China SLBM test fires one strategic missile into Pacific, Beijing says China SLBM test: Xinhua reports a Chinese strategic submarine launched one submarine‑launched ballistic missile into the Pacific on July …
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Swire Pacific launches zero-interest exchangeable bond to raise $600m, transfers 6% Cathay stake
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiSwire Pacific exchangeable bond raises $600m, could transfer nearly 6% of Cathay Pacific Swire Pacific issues a $600 million exchangeable bond tied to Cathay Pacific shares; the zero‑interest move may …
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Australia and Solomon Islands agree to comprehensive strategic treaty strengthening Pacific security
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiAustralia-Solomon Islands strategic treaty talks launched in Canberra as Honiara signals reset Australia and Solomon Islands begin talks on a comprehensive strategic treaty in Canberra on June 3, 2026, to …
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Politics
Japan Considers Early-Warning Radar Drones to Deter China in Pacific
by Sui Yuitoby Sui YuitoJapan Plans Early Warning Drones and Mobile Radar for Ogasawara to Strengthen Pacific Surveillance Japan to field early warning drones and mobile radar on Ogasawara islands to boost Pacific surveillance, …
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Technology
Pan Pacific International launches Robin Hood discount grocery in Aichi amid inflation
by Sora Tanakaby Sora TanakaPan Pacific launches Robin Hood grocery chain in Aichi to offer ultra-low food prices Pan Pacific opens Robin Hood grocery chain in Aichi, offering ultra-low prices like ¥85 rice balls …