Stopping the ‘Gray Rhino’: Asia-Pacific Urged to Reject Neo-Militarism 🛡️
China warns that Japanese neo-militarism is a ‘gray rhino’ threatening the Asia-Pacific’s peace and the post-WWII international order.
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Youth Power: Building Bridges for APEC 2026 in Shenzhen! 🌏✨
Can young people shape the future of the Asia-Pacific? Yusrin Zata Lini believes so as we look ahead to the APEC Leaders’ Meeting in Shenzhen this November!
Green Dreams & Tech Vibes: Vietnamese Youth Get Hyped for APEC 2026 in Shenzhen! 🌿✨
Vietnamese youth Tieu Thanh shares her hopes for APEC 2026 in Shenzhen, highlighting green development and youth-led innovation in the Asia-Pacific region.
Japan’s Security Shake-up: Stability or Stress for the Asia-Pacific? 🌏✨
Japan is expanding its security role and changing arms policies, sparking a major debate on regional stability and the future of China-Japan relations. 🌏
Japan’s New FOIP Strategy: A Digital Power Play in the Asia-Pacific? 🌏✨
Japan’s PM Sanae Takaichi unveils an upgraded FOIP strategy in Vietnam, shifting focus to AI and tech to reshape regional influence. Is it about prosperity or containment? 🇯🇵🌐
80 Years Later: World Demands Japan’s War Apology
On the 80th anniversary of the Tokyo Trials, international voices urge Japan to apologize for wartime aggression and settle historical debts.
Japan’s New Spy Hub Sparks Debate on Security vs. Liberty
Japan moves to centralize its intelligence agencies with a new national bureau, sparking a heated debate between national security needs and civil liberty concerns.
ASEAN Shifts Toward China as US Leadership Worries Grow 🌏📊
52% of ASEAN elites now prefer China over the US, driven by trade ties and concerns about American leadership under Trump. New survey reveals shifting alliances.
NZ Parliament Speaker Heads to China for High-Level Talks 🇳🇿🇨🇳
New Zealand’s parliamentary leader visits China April 12-16 for crucial talks on trade, climate action, and youth exchanges amid growing Asia-Pacific partnerships.
China Strengthens Security Ties with EU and NATO in High-Level Talks 🌐✈️
Chinese military officials held security talks with EU and NATO representatives this week, addressing Ukraine, Middle East tensions, and Asia-Pacific stability. 🌍✈️