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WATCH | Tuvalu, the tiny Pacific nation, is sitting just two meters above sea level on average -- and is often called "the first expected to sink".
We followed a family preparing to relocate to Australia. trib.al/BG2dUiD
We followed a family preparing to relocate to Australia. trib.al/BG2dUiD
Japan aims to stop manga piracy with AI translation training program
https://asia.nikkei.com/business/media-entertainment/japan-aims-to-stop-manga-piracy-with-ai-translation-training-program
https://asia.nikkei.com/business/media-entertainment/japan-aims-to-stop-manga-piracy-with-ai-translation-training-program
Japan aims to stop manga piracy with AI translation training program
Government also seeks to develop automated detection of illegal sites
asia.nikkei.com
January 3, 2026 at 5:13 PM
Japan aims to stop manga piracy with AI translation training program
https://asia.nikkei.com/business/media-entertainment/japan-aims-to-stop-manga-piracy-with-ai-translation-training-program
https://asia.nikkei.com/business/media-entertainment/japan-aims-to-stop-manga-piracy-with-ai-translation-training-program
While China's Labubu dolls and Japanese and South Korean content remain popular across Southeast Asia, homegrown products are gaining popularity.
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Homegrown entertainment catches on across Southeast Asia in 2025
Increase in middle-income earners boosts experimental spending
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January 3, 2026 at 11:16 AM
While China's Labubu dolls and Japanese and South Korean content remain popular across Southeast Asia, homegrown products are gaining popularity.
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trib.al/OTrPHQG
Japan's garden tree growers look beyond Asia to the West
https://asia.nikkei.com/business/business-trends/japan-s-garden-tree-growers-look-beyond-asia-to-the-west
https://asia.nikkei.com/business/business-trends/japan-s-garden-tree-growers-look-beyond-asia-to-the-west
Japan's garden tree growers look beyond Asia to the West
Focus shifts to Turkey and other European markets but export logistics remain work in progress
asia.nikkei.com
January 3, 2026 at 10:19 AM
Japan's garden tree growers look beyond Asia to the West
https://asia.nikkei.com/business/business-trends/japan-s-garden-tree-growers-look-beyond-asia-to-the-west
https://asia.nikkei.com/business/business-trends/japan-s-garden-tree-growers-look-beyond-asia-to-the-west
This was our most read story of the week.
China's Labubu, KPop Demon Hunters top Asia's consumer trends in 2025
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China's Labubu, KPop Demon Hunters top Asia's consumer trends in 2025
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China's Labubu, KPop Demon Hunters top Asia's consumer trends in 2025
Globally popular Chinese character became source of national pride
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January 3, 2026 at 10:00 AM
This was our most read story of the week.
China's Labubu, KPop Demon Hunters top Asia's consumer trends in 2025
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China's Labubu, KPop Demon Hunters top Asia's consumer trends in 2025
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Venezuela accuses US of attacking civilian and military installations
https://asia.nikkei.com/politics/defense/venezuela-accuses-us-of-attacking-civilian-and-military-installations
https://asia.nikkei.com/politics/defense/venezuela-accuses-us-of-attacking-civilian-and-military-installations
Venezuela accuses US of attacking civilian and military installations
President Nicolas Maduro declares 'a state of external disturbance'
asia.nikkei.com
January 3, 2026 at 8:33 AM
Venezuela accuses US of attacking civilian and military installations
https://asia.nikkei.com/politics/defense/venezuela-accuses-us-of-attacking-civilian-and-military-installations
https://asia.nikkei.com/politics/defense/venezuela-accuses-us-of-attacking-civilian-and-military-installations
Myanmar's military-backed party takes lead in first phase of polls
https://asia.nikkei.com/spotlight/myanmar-crisis/myanmar-s-military-backed-party-takes-lead-in-first-phase-of-polls
https://asia.nikkei.com/spotlight/myanmar-crisis/myanmar-s-military-backed-party-takes-lead-in-first-phase-of-polls
Myanmar's military-backed party takes lead in first phase of polls
Election excludes opposition leaders, takes place with Aung San Suu Kyi detained
asia.nikkei.com
January 3, 2026 at 6:28 AM
Myanmar's military-backed party takes lead in first phase of polls
https://asia.nikkei.com/spotlight/myanmar-crisis/myanmar-s-military-backed-party-takes-lead-in-first-phase-of-polls
https://asia.nikkei.com/spotlight/myanmar-crisis/myanmar-s-military-backed-party-takes-lead-in-first-phase-of-polls
Away from the glare of the global media, a new generation of independent, design-led hotels conceived and operated by mainland Chinese brands is reshaping perceptions of what made-in-China hospitality can represent.
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Homegrown luxury hotels make their mark in mainland China
Fueled by cultural confidence, boutique brands are rewriting the hospitality playbook
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January 3, 2026 at 5:48 AM
Away from the glare of the global media, a new generation of independent, design-led hotels conceived and operated by mainland Chinese brands is reshaping perceptions of what made-in-China hospitality can represent.
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trib.al/73xEo58
Trump blocks chip deal, citing security and China-related concerns
https://asia.nikkei.com/business/tech/semiconductors/trump-blocks-chip-deal-citing-security-and-china-related-concerns
https://asia.nikkei.com/business/tech/semiconductors/trump-blocks-chip-deal-citing-security-and-china-related-concerns
Trump blocks chip deal, citing security and China-related concerns
President says US-based acquirer's actions could 'threaten' national security
asia.nikkei.com
January 3, 2026 at 5:21 AM
Trump blocks chip deal, citing security and China-related concerns
https://asia.nikkei.com/business/tech/semiconductors/trump-blocks-chip-deal-citing-security-and-china-related-concerns
https://asia.nikkei.com/business/tech/semiconductors/trump-blocks-chip-deal-citing-security-and-china-related-concerns
Skating without ice as synthetic rinks slide into Japanese cities
https://asia.nikkei.com/business/travel-leisure/skating-without-ice-as-synthetic-rinks-slide-into-japanese-cities
https://asia.nikkei.com/business/travel-leisure/skating-without-ice-as-synthetic-rinks-slide-into-japanese-cities
Skating without ice as synthetic rinks slide into Japanese cities
Installation costs for synthetic resin rinks are about one-quarter those of ice ones
asia.nikkei.com
January 3, 2026 at 4:21 AM
Skating without ice as synthetic rinks slide into Japanese cities
https://asia.nikkei.com/business/travel-leisure/skating-without-ice-as-synthetic-rinks-slide-into-japanese-cities
https://asia.nikkei.com/business/travel-leisure/skating-without-ice-as-synthetic-rinks-slide-into-japanese-cities
Delhi's pollution crisis mirrors what Beijing faced in the early 2000s, but things have improved significantly in the Chinese capital.
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January 3, 2026 at 3:30 AM
Delhi's pollution crisis mirrors what Beijing faced in the early 2000s, but things have improved significantly in the Chinese capital.
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As Singapore, Indonesia and other Southeast Asian economies move to electrify their public bus fleets, Chinese electric bus makers are taking advantage of the opportunity to develop new markets abroad.
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January 3, 2026 at 2:25 AM
As Singapore, Indonesia and other Southeast Asian economies move to electrify their public bus fleets, Chinese electric bus makers are taking advantage of the opportunity to develop new markets abroad.
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trib.al/QIO44Sp
BYD bets on 'world's 1st' flexible-fuel plug-in hybrid in Brazil push
https://asia.nikkei.com/business/automobiles/electric-vehicles/byd-bets-on-world-s-1st-flexible-fuel-plug-in-hybrid-in-brazil-push
https://asia.nikkei.com/business/automobiles/electric-vehicles/byd-bets-on-world-s-1st-flexible-fuel-plug-in-hybrid-in-brazil-push
BYD bets on 'world's 1st' flexible-fuel plug-in hybrid in Brazil push
Chinese company says new car can operate effectively with any gasoline-ethanol mix
asia.nikkei.com
January 3, 2026 at 1:45 AM
BYD bets on 'world's 1st' flexible-fuel plug-in hybrid in Brazil push
https://asia.nikkei.com/business/automobiles/electric-vehicles/byd-bets-on-world-s-1st-flexible-fuel-plug-in-hybrid-in-brazil-push
https://asia.nikkei.com/business/automobiles/electric-vehicles/byd-bets-on-world-s-1st-flexible-fuel-plug-in-hybrid-in-brazil-push
Which Asian currencies look solid in 2026? Here are the key elements investors should focus on.
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January 3, 2026 at 1:15 AM
Which Asian currencies look solid in 2026? Here are the key elements investors should focus on.
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Thailand sees rise in luxury living for older adults
https://asia.nikkei.com/business/markets/property/thailand-sees-rise-in-luxury-living-for-older-adults
https://asia.nikkei.com/business/markets/property/thailand-sees-rise-in-luxury-living-for-older-adults
Thailand sees rise in luxury living for older adults
Senior housing poised to become a bright spot in country's real estate market
asia.nikkei.com
January 2, 2026 at 11:59 PM
Thailand sees rise in luxury living for older adults
https://asia.nikkei.com/business/markets/property/thailand-sees-rise-in-luxury-living-for-older-adults
https://asia.nikkei.com/business/markets/property/thailand-sees-rise-in-luxury-living-for-older-adults
How India's Nagaland became the 'falcon capital of the world'
https://asia.nikkei.com/life-arts/life/how-india-s-nagaland-became-the-falcon-capital-of-the-world
https://asia.nikkei.com/life-arts/life/how-india-s-nagaland-became-the-falcon-capital-of-the-world
How India's Nagaland became the 'falcon capital of the world'
Once hunted, the migratory Amur falcons are now safe in the state thanks to conservation efforts
asia.nikkei.com
January 2, 2026 at 11:00 PM
How India's Nagaland became the 'falcon capital of the world'
https://asia.nikkei.com/life-arts/life/how-india-s-nagaland-became-the-falcon-capital-of-the-world
https://asia.nikkei.com/life-arts/life/how-india-s-nagaland-became-the-falcon-capital-of-the-world
New Year's Tokyo tuna auction seen as bellwether of Japan's stock market
https://asia.nikkei.com/business/markets/new-year-s-tokyo-tuna-auction-seen-as-bellwether-of-japan-s-stock-market
https://asia.nikkei.com/business/markets/new-year-s-tokyo-tuna-auction-seen-as-bellwether-of-japan-s-stock-market
New Year's Tokyo tuna auction seen as bellwether of Japan's stock market
High bids on bluefin have been followed by strong years for shares
asia.nikkei.com
January 2, 2026 at 10:20 PM
New Year's Tokyo tuna auction seen as bellwether of Japan's stock market
https://asia.nikkei.com/business/markets/new-year-s-tokyo-tuna-auction-seen-as-bellwether-of-japan-s-stock-market
https://asia.nikkei.com/business/markets/new-year-s-tokyo-tuna-auction-seen-as-bellwether-of-japan-s-stock-market
Japan to subsidize more industry-academia collaboration at universities
https://asia.nikkei.com/economy/japan-to-subsidize-more-industry-academia-collaboration-at-universities
https://asia.nikkei.com/economy/japan-to-subsidize-more-industry-academia-collaboration-at-universities
Japan to subsidize more industry-academia collaboration at universities
Initiative takes cues from programs in Taiwan and South Korea
asia.nikkei.com
January 2, 2026 at 10:17 PM
Japan to subsidize more industry-academia collaboration at universities
https://asia.nikkei.com/economy/japan-to-subsidize-more-industry-academia-collaboration-at-universities
https://asia.nikkei.com/economy/japan-to-subsidize-more-industry-academia-collaboration-at-universities
Japan stocks to rise in 2026, with analysts split on how much: Nikkei poll
https://asia.nikkei.com/business/markets/equities/japan-stocks-to-rise-in-2026-with-analysts-split-on-how-much-nikkei-poll
https://asia.nikkei.com/business/markets/equities/japan-stocks-to-rise-in-2026-with-analysts-split-on-how-much-nikkei-poll
Japan stocks to rise in 2026, with analysts split on how much: Nikkei poll
AI, inflation-boosted profits seen driving rally, but views vary on fiscal policy risks
asia.nikkei.com
January 2, 2026 at 9:47 PM
Japan stocks to rise in 2026, with analysts split on how much: Nikkei poll
https://asia.nikkei.com/business/markets/equities/japan-stocks-to-rise-in-2026-with-analysts-split-on-how-much-nikkei-poll
https://asia.nikkei.com/business/markets/equities/japan-stocks-to-rise-in-2026-with-analysts-split-on-how-much-nikkei-poll
Your predictions for Asia in 2026
https://asia.nikkei.com/spotlight/big-in-asia/your-predictions-for-asia-in-2026
https://asia.nikkei.com/spotlight/big-in-asia/your-predictions-for-asia-in-2026
Your predictions for Asia in 2026
From world trade to the World Cup, readers weigh in on what the new year will bring
asia.nikkei.com
January 2, 2026 at 9:03 PM
Your predictions for Asia in 2026
https://asia.nikkei.com/spotlight/big-in-asia/your-predictions-for-asia-in-2026
https://asia.nikkei.com/spotlight/big-in-asia/your-predictions-for-asia-in-2026
China's consumer appetite still high despite tough economy: Aeon China head
https://asia.nikkei.com/editor-s-picks/interview/china-s-consumer-appetite-still-high-despite-tough-economy-aeon-china-head2
https://asia.nikkei.com/editor-s-picks/interview/china-s-consumer-appetite-still-high-despite-tough-economy-aeon-china-head2
China's consumer appetite still high despite tough economy: Aeon China head
Executive for Japanese retailer says Chinese shoppers are focusing more on quality
asia.nikkei.com
January 2, 2026 at 8:37 PM
China's consumer appetite still high despite tough economy: Aeon China head
https://asia.nikkei.com/editor-s-picks/interview/china-s-consumer-appetite-still-high-despite-tough-economy-aeon-china-head2
https://asia.nikkei.com/editor-s-picks/interview/china-s-consumer-appetite-still-high-despite-tough-economy-aeon-china-head2
Japan auto parts suppliers struggle to pass on Trump tariff costs: Nikkei survey
https://asia.nikkei.com/economy/trade-war/trump-tariffs/japan-auto-parts-suppliers-struggle-to-pass-on-trump-tariff-costs-nikkei-survey
https://asia.nikkei.com/economy/trade-war/trump-tariffs/japan-auto-parts-suppliers-struggle-to-pass-on-trump-tariff-costs-nikkei-survey
Japan auto parts suppliers struggle to pass on Trump tariff costs: Nikkei survey
Less than half of impacted manufacturers have been able to raise prices
asia.nikkei.com
January 2, 2026 at 8:21 PM
Japan auto parts suppliers struggle to pass on Trump tariff costs: Nikkei survey
https://asia.nikkei.com/economy/trade-war/trump-tariffs/japan-auto-parts-suppliers-struggle-to-pass-on-trump-tariff-costs-nikkei-survey
https://asia.nikkei.com/economy/trade-war/trump-tariffs/japan-auto-parts-suppliers-struggle-to-pass-on-trump-tariff-costs-nikkei-survey
South Korea firms enter Japan at record clip amid US-China tensions
https://asia.nikkei.com/business/business-trends/south-korea-firms-enter-japan-at-record-clip-amid-us-china-tensions
https://asia.nikkei.com/business/business-trends/south-korea-firms-enter-japan-at-record-clip-amid-us-china-tensions
South Korea firms enter Japan at record clip amid US-China tensions
Companies look to capitalize on K-culture boom in neighboring market
asia.nikkei.com
January 2, 2026 at 7:26 PM
South Korea firms enter Japan at record clip amid US-China tensions
https://asia.nikkei.com/business/business-trends/south-korea-firms-enter-japan-at-record-clip-amid-us-china-tensions
https://asia.nikkei.com/business/business-trends/south-korea-firms-enter-japan-at-record-clip-amid-us-china-tensions
Will the US Supreme Court strike down Trump tariffs? 5 things to know
https://asia.nikkei.com/economy/trade-war/trump-tariffs/will-the-us-supreme-court-strike-down-trump-tariffs-5-things-to-know
https://asia.nikkei.com/economy/trade-war/trump-tariffs/will-the-us-supreme-court-strike-down-trump-tariffs-5-things-to-know
Will the US Supreme Court strike down Trump tariffs? 5 things to know
White House might try other laws to justify levies if justices reject legal authority
asia.nikkei.com
January 2, 2026 at 5:48 PM
Will the US Supreme Court strike down Trump tariffs? 5 things to know
https://asia.nikkei.com/economy/trade-war/trump-tariffs/will-the-us-supreme-court-strike-down-trump-tariffs-5-things-to-know
https://asia.nikkei.com/economy/trade-war/trump-tariffs/will-the-us-supreme-court-strike-down-trump-tariffs-5-things-to-know
Japan's Daiichi Sankyo to add China, US production lines amid tariff risk
https://asia.nikkei.com/business/pharmaceuticals/japan-s-daiichi-sankyo-to-add-china-us-production-lines-amid-tariff-risk
https://asia.nikkei.com/business/pharmaceuticals/japan-s-daiichi-sankyo-to-add-china-us-production-lines-amid-tariff-risk
Japan's Daiichi Sankyo to add China, US production lines amid tariff risk
Drugmaker to spend $1.9bn to diversify cancer drug production in 4 countries
asia.nikkei.com
January 2, 2026 at 5:30 PM
Japan's Daiichi Sankyo to add China, US production lines amid tariff risk
https://asia.nikkei.com/business/pharmaceuticals/japan-s-daiichi-sankyo-to-add-china-us-production-lines-amid-tariff-risk
https://asia.nikkei.com/business/pharmaceuticals/japan-s-daiichi-sankyo-to-add-china-us-production-lines-amid-tariff-risk
Pakistan sentences journalists to life over Imran Khan arrest protests
https://asia.nikkei.com/politics/pakistan-sentences-journalists-to-life-over-imran-khan-arrest-protests
https://asia.nikkei.com/politics/pakistan-sentences-journalists-to-life-over-imran-khan-arrest-protests
Pakistan sentences journalists to life over Imran Khan arrest protests
Ruling by anti-terrorism court denounced as 'political theater'
asia.nikkei.com
January 2, 2026 at 5:24 PM
Pakistan sentences journalists to life over Imran Khan arrest protests
https://asia.nikkei.com/politics/pakistan-sentences-journalists-to-life-over-imran-khan-arrest-protests
https://asia.nikkei.com/politics/pakistan-sentences-journalists-to-life-over-imran-khan-arrest-protests