May 13 Watch 8:43 Trump arrives in China for high-stakes talks on trade, Taiwan and Iran war By Nick Schifrin, Veronica Vela, Zeba Warsi President Trump is in Beijing for a state visit to America’s chief global competitor, and increasingly, its chief geopolitical rival. Trump has long targeted China as an economic foe of the U.S. while cultivating a relationship with President Xi Jinping,… Continue watching
Apr 21 Japan lifts ban on lethal weapons exports in major change of its postwar pacifist policy By Mary Yamaguchi, Associated Press The move comes as the country accelerates its military buildup in the face of growing security challenges in the region. Continue reading
Mar 17 Iran war pushes Asian nations into energy triage as they conserve power By Anton L. Delgado, Aniruddha Ghosal, Associated Press Governments are deciding where to cut demand or absorb higher costs, while prioritizing dwindling supplies. Continue reading
Oct 29 Trump scores golden gifts as United States and Seoul advance trade talks By Chris Megerian, Associated Press Although a deal is not yet signed, the two sides are addressing details of $350 billion that would be invested in the American economy. Continue reading
Oct 27 Watch 7:57 Trump's Asia tour takes him to Japan ahead of pivotal meeting with China's Xi By Nick Schifrin, Eliot Barnhart, Janine AlHadidi The U.S. and China said they’ve agreed on a framework for a potential trade deal, once again trying to pull back from a trade war between the world’s two largest economies. The announcement comes as President Trump’s tour through Asia… Continue watching
Oct 26 Watch 6:12 Trump tries to assure Asian nations hit by U.S. tariffs amid progress on China trade deal By John Yang, Satvi Sunkara On the first day of his Asia trip, Trump sought to shift attention from controversies at home to deals struck with allies in the region. Treasury Secretary Bessent said the administration is closing in on a trade deal with China… Continue watching
Oct 25 Trump departs for Asia where he will meet with China's Xi. Here's what else to expect By Michelle L. Price, Mark Schiefelbein, Associated Press President Donald Trump headed for Asia for the first time this term, a trip where he is expected to work on investment deals and peace efforts before meeting face-to-face with Chinese President Xi Jinping to try to de-escalate a trade war. Continue reading
Oct 24 Trump will promote big investments in Japan and South Korea, but details are fuzzy By Josh Boak, Hyung-Jin Kim, Associated Press President Donald Trump is going to Japan and South Korea next week to promote an epic financial windfall — at least $900 billion in investments for U.S. factories, a natural gas pipeline and other projects. Continue reading
Oct 22 Discarded electronics from U.S. causing 'e-waste tsunami' in Southeast Asia, watchdog says By Aniruddha Ghosal, Associated Press A report says millions of tons of discarded U.S. electronics are being shipped overseas each month. It says that much of it goes to Southeast Asian countries not prepared to safely handle hazardous waste. Continue reading
Oct 20 Ultraconservative Sanae Takaichi set to become Japan's first female prime minister By Mari Yamaguchi, Associated Press Sanae Takaichi is on track to become Japan’s first female prime minister, after her governing party secured a crucial coalition partner. Continue reading