Surge in cosmetic procedures in South Korea raises strains on local healthcare Record numbers of Chinese and Japanese patients seek cosmetic procedures in South Korea, boosting clinics but straining hospitals …
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South China Sea 2016 ruling reaffirms legal force despite Beijing actions
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiChina Challenge to Arbitration: Philippines’ Counsel Says Ruling Still Binding on South China Sea On the 10th anniversary of the 2016 tribunal, Philippines lead counsel Paul Reichler said the South …
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Samsung, SK Hynix propose South Korea chip hub as AI demand surges
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiSouth Korea chip production hub plan unites Samsung and SK Hynix amid market caution South Korea aims to build a new chip production hub to anchor Samsung and SK Hynix …
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Tashkent airport breaks ground with Japan, South Korea and Saudi investors
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiJapan, South Korea and Saudi Investors Break Ground on New Tashkent Airport Japan, South Korea and Saudi partners break ground on the new Tashkent airport as Uzbekistan pushes to liberalize …
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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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Ukrainian Chamber in Japan announces civil drone technology partnership with Taiwan and South Korea
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiUkrainian Chamber in Japan Pushes Civil Drones Collaboration with Japanese and Regional Firms Tokyo-based initiative seeks joint development and exports of civil drones, aiming to pair Ukrainian technology with Japanese …
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South Korea Restarts Tungsten Mine at Sangdong After 32 Years, Targeting US and Japanese Buyers South Korea’s Sangdong tungsten mine in Yeongwol County has resumed production after a 32-year hiatus, …
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South Korean exports surpass $100 billion in June as semiconductor shipments surge
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiSouth Korea exports top $100 billion in June as semiconductor shipments reach record highs South Korea exports exceeded $100 billion in June for the first time, driven by record semiconductor …
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Samsung and SK Hynix secure South Korea pledge for major chipmaking project
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiSouth Korea Pledges Support for Samsung, SK Hynix Chipmaking Project President Lee pledges support for Samsung and SK Hynix chipmaking project while companies use cautious language on site plans amid …
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South Korea announces 800 trillion won semiconductor investment to boost AI competitiveness
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiSouth Korea Announces Unprecedented 800 Trillion Won Semiconductor Investment with Samsung and SK Hynix South Korea semiconductor investment: President Lee Jae‑myung unveiled an 800 trillion won plan with Samsung and …