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Taiwan condemns China’s ‘wolf warrior’ behaviour at Pacific forum

Taiwan condemns China’s ‘wolf warrior’ behaviour at Pacific forum

Taiwan’s Foreign Minister condemned China’s "wolf warrior" diplomacy and alleged espionage at the Pacific Islands Forum, arguing such aggressive behavior undermines regional unity and strengthens support for Taiwan.

Taiwan proposes extra $5.8 billion in defence spending for 2026

Taiwan proposes extra $5.8 billion in defence spending for 2026

Taiwan’s Cabinet proposed an extra S$5.8 billion for 2026 defense spending, focusing on drones and anti-ballistic missiles to modernize its military amid rising pressure from China.

Taiwan says its companies plan to invest another US$20 billion in US

Taiwan says its companies plan to invest another US$20 billion in US

Taiwanese companies plan an additional US$20 billion investment in the US, driven by high demand for AI and semiconductor manufacturing.

AI adoption is just half the battle. Is it improving workers’ capabilities?

AI adoption is just half the battle. Is it improving workers’ capabilities?

AI adoption is only half the battle. True progress requires workers to use professional judgment and expertise to refine AI outputs, ensuring technology enhances rather than replaces human capability.

Latest Asia News & Headlines, Top Stories Today - The Straits Times

Latest Asia News & Headlines, Top Stories Today - The Straits Times

The Straits Times reports on diverse Asian news, including Johor parking issues, environmental crises in Nepal and Sarawak, regional political summits, and economic developments across the continent.

Japan seeks record US$55.6 billion defence budget, with AI focus

Japan seeks record US$55.6 billion defence budget, with AI focus

Japan requested a record US$55.6 billion defense budget, prioritizing AI, drones, and advanced missiles to counter rising regional security threats from China, North Korea, and Russia.

Incoming Apple CEO Ternus to take helm amid AI and China challenges

Incoming Apple CEO Ternus to take helm amid AI and China challenges

John Ternus succeeds Tim Cook as Apple CEO on September 1. He faces significant challenges navigating the company through the AI era while managing complex supply chain and market pressures in China.

Singapore must stay open, 'remake' its economy repeatedly as US role shifts: SM Lee

Singapore must stay open, 'remake' its economy repeatedly as US role shifts: SM Lee

Senior Minister Lee Hsien Loong stated that Singapore must remain open and repeatedly reinvent its economy to navigate a shifting global landscape where trade dependencies are increasingly weaponized and multilateralism is declining.

Singapore has to keep reinventing itself as global environment changes: SM Lee

Singapore has to keep reinventing itself as global environment changes: SM Lee

Senior Minister Lee Hsien Loong emphasized that Singapore must continuously reinvent its economy and policies to navigate an increasingly uncertain global environment, prioritizing resilience, inclusivity, and adaptability to remain competitive.

NDR 2026: S’pore to merge several outer islands to form new western island

NDR 2026: S’pore to merge several outer islands to form new western island

Singapore plans to merge several southern islands, including Pulau Bukom and Semakau, to create a new western island for future industrial, power, and defense infrastructure needs.

China pledges timely fiscal support to bolster growth

China pledges timely fiscal support to bolster growth

China plans to boost its slowing economy through increased fiscal spending, focusing on households and consumption to strengthen domestic demand while managing local government debt risks.

Russia holds rare missile test near islands claimed by Japan

Russia holds rare missile test near islands claimed by Japan

Russia conducted missile tests near the disputed Southern Kuril islands. Japan condemned the military exercise as unacceptable, further straining bilateral relations and complicating long-standing peace treaty negotiations.