Indian students reconsider studying abroad as visa, cost and job concerns push demand toward domestic universities Visa restrictions, rising costs and weak post-study job prospects are pushing Indian students to …
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American pastors witness Ukraine’s human cost and shift sympathy from Russia
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiAmerican pastors in Ukraine shift views after witnessing war’s human cost American pastors in Ukraine say witnessing civilian suffering changed views on Russia, as faith delegations report trauma, solidarity and …
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Taiwanese tech suppliers shift into space sector targeting satellites, space computers and optics
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiTaiwan tech suppliers pivot to space as satellites, space computers and optics draw new investment Taiwan tech suppliers pivot to space as manufacturers shift from consumer electronics into satellites, precision …
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Thailand’s response to Cambodia conflict signals Southeast Asia shift toward China mediation
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiThailand’s Response to the Cambodia Conflict Signals a Shift in Southeast Asian Diplomacy Thailand’s response to the Cambodia conflict is reshaping regional diplomacy, testing ASEAN mechanisms as China expands its …
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Asuka World Heritage listing sparks hotel openings and sustainable tourism shift
by Sui Yuitoby Sui YuitoAsuka-Fujiwara world heritage spurs new hotels and cautious tourism strategy in Asuka Village Asuka-Fujiwara world heritage listing drives growth in village lodging while authorities and residents seek sustainable, slow-paced tourism …
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Takaichi Cabinet Approves Fiscal Shift Replacing Fiscal Consolidation with Sustainability
by Sui Yuitoby Sui YuitoTakaichi Government Shifts to "Fiscal Sustainability" in Cabinet-Approved Basic Policy Japan’s new Basic Policy pivots from rigid fiscal consolidation to a multi‑year focus on fiscal sustainability, signaling a major change …
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Toyota China sales fall 17% in H1 amid EV shift, high oil prices
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiToyota China sales fall 17% in H1 as buyers pivot to EVs amid high oil prices Toyota China sales dropped 17% year-on-year in January–June as consumers pivot toward EVs and …
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Beijing travel warning forces Japan retailers to shift strategy as Chinese spending halves
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiChinese spending in Japan halves as Beijing travel warning reshapes Tokyo retail strategy Beijing’s travel warning halved Chinese spending in Japan, forcing Tokyo retailers to pivot to U.S. and Southeast …
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Indian asset managers shift to GIFT City seeking global equities
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiGIFT City Draws India’s Asset Managers Seeking Global Equities Amid Weak Domestic Returns India’s asset managers are relocating functions to GIFT City to tap a rising appetite for global equities, …
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Rightwing populists surge as immigration concerns shift Western voters and split Europe over China
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiRight-wing populism rises on immigration and China divides Western policy Immigration concerns are driving right-wing populism across Western democracies, reshaping party politics and complicating governments’ approaches to China. Voter anger …