His embrace of North Korea and deal making with Vietnam injected more potential threats into a region already strained by Taiwan tensions and South China Sea clashes.
Tag: Far East, South and Southeast Asia and Pacific Areas
Friday Briefing: Vladimir Putin Visits Vietnam
Also, a rift in Israel over the war in Gaza.
Thursday Briefing: Russia and North Korea’s Defense Pledge
Also, the challenges of getting aid into Gaza.
Wednesday Briefing: Biden’s Plan to Help 500,000 Immigrants
Also, Thailand’s vote to legalize same-sex marriage.
Thailand’s Legislature Approves Same-Sex Marriage Measure
The bill, which needs the king’s endorsement to become law, underscores Thailand’s status as a relative haven in Asia for L.G.B.T.Q. people.
Tuesday Briefing: Netanyahu Disbands His War Cabinet
Also, President Vladimir Putin’s state visit to North Korea.
Monday Briefing: Israel Plans for a Daily Pause in Some Fighting
Also, an emerging plan to resist Donald Trump and an Iran-Sweden prisoner swap.
Friday Briefing: A $50 Billion G7 Loan to Ukraine
Also, China’s push into driverless cars and the dangers of hair relaxers.
In China’s Backyard, America Has Become a Humbler Superpower
The United States no longer towers over the Asia-Pacific, dictating terms to its allies. Instead, it’s offering to be a teammate and share responsibilities.
Thursday Briefing: G7 Leaders Prepare to Debate Frozen Russian Assets
Also, an E.U. blow to China’s electric-vehicle ambitions.