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China-India: Talk Is Cheap, but Never Free

There are many reasons all parties should avoid a second Sino-Indian border war – the costs of conversation are only one of many factors that would delay conflict resolution.

The News Lens · Sep 29, 2020

Can Taiwanese Liquors Follow Japan's Model To Global Success?

The success of Japanese liquors outside the country provides a useful model for Taiwanese distillers like Kavalan.

The News Lens · Sep 28, 2020

US Judge Halts Government Ban on TikTok

The Trump administration wants TikTok and WeChat removed from app stores.

The News Lens · Sep 28, 2020

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Chloé Zhao’s ‘Nomadland’: An Oscar-Deserving Ode To the American West

Arriving at major film festivals during a time of heightened alienation, 'Nomadland' offers a quiet salute to human connection.

The News Lens · Sep 28, 2020

Why Is Singapore Falling Behind in Press Freedom?

Police in Singapore are investigating the New Naratif media outlet, founded by academic and athlete PJ Thum, for publishing unauthorized paid advertisements on Facebook during the July 2020 election campaign.

The News Lens · Sep 26, 2020

Vietnam’s Economic Hopes Fade as Covid-19 Takes Away Business

Will Vietnam's Covid-19 response help the country stay competitive as a manufacturing go-to spot in Asia when the pandemic is over?

The News Lens · Sep 25, 2020

Beyond the Michelin Guide: What Is Real Taiwanese Gourmet?

Liz Kao, one of Taiwan's leading food writers, does not think the Michelin Guide has the final word on the country's gourmet scene.

The News Lens · Sep 25, 2020

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Hong Kong Police Arrest Pro-Democracy Activist Joshua Wong

He was held for "unlawful assembly" during protests last year, his lawyers said. He was also reportedly charged with violating the anti-mask law — a ban placed on wearing masks in public.

The News Lens · Sep 24, 2020

Behind the Hype on “New Space”

'New Space' is the next big thing that governments, businesses, and venture capital are betting on to transform the structure of the global flow of information.

The News Lens · Sep 23, 2020

Covid-19 Exposes Gaps in South Korea’s Social Security System

Covid-19 has exposed a weak point in the South Korean social security system. One option on the table is a universal basic income.

The News Lens · Sep 23, 2020

Increased China Warplane Activity Unnerves Taiwan

The Ministry of National Defense in Taipei says a total 27 Chinese aircraft crossed into Taiwanese airspace Friday and Saturday.

The News Lens · Sep 22, 2020

Staycation in Taiwan: An Alternative To Flying Nowhere

Some tourism experts think staycations will become part of a more long-lasting change in travel behavior.

The News Lens · Sep 22, 2020

Cantine Marais: A Home Goods Store That Does Fine Dining Right

Good restaurants can be defined by how little they need on top of the simple act of eating. Whether you’re dining alone or celebrating a special occasion — this new spot in Taipei may be the ideal.

The News Lens · Sep 21, 2020

US Judge Halts Ban on Wechat Downloads

A federal judge delayed the Trump administration's ban hours before it was due to take effect, citing concerns over free speech. Owned by Chinese tech giant TenCent, WeChat has around 19 million active daily users in the United States.

The News Lens · Sep 21, 2020

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The News Lens · Sep 18, 2020

Do China and Africa Allow Us to Bring Back the Idea of Civilization?

There is much at stake in defining what a civilization is, who is included, who is excluded, and who can claim to speak for one.

The News Lens · Sep 18, 2020

The Growing Complexity and Diversity of Taiwanese Families

Taiwan currently vies with South Korea for having the lowest total fertility rate in the world.

The News Lens · Sep 17, 2020

'Pizza Has a Face' Is New York Pizza in Old Taipei

Bookended by an old shoe shop and a Chinese medicine pharmacy in one of Taipei’s oldest districts is a relatively new pizza restaurant with a most intriguing owner.

The News Lens · Sep 17, 2020

US Officials, Lawmakers Blast WTO Ruling on US Tariffs on China

The World Trade Organization ruled that some punitive measures introduced by the Trump administration against China broke international trading rules.

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The News Lens · Sep 16, 2020

Taiwan’s Bird Conservation Group Expelled From BirdLife International

Taiwan's Chinese Wild Bird Federation declined demands to change its name and sign a statement "not to promote or advocate for Taiwan independence."

The News Lens · Sep 16, 2020

Asian Economies To Shrink for First Time in 60 Years

Due to the devastating and prolonged effects of Covid-19, Asian economies are expected to end the year in negative territory for the first time since the 1960s, according to a new report by the Asian Development Bank.

The News Lens · Sep 15, 2020

Let a Hundred Collectives Bloom!

A seemingly endless stream of parody accounts of a pro-Chinese Communist Party group called Qiao Collective appeared on Twitter. Here's the backstory.

The News Lens · Sep 15, 2020

The Making of Prime Minister Suga

Shinzo Abe's “Mr. Fix-It” has the top job. Will he make his own mark in a country famed for its revolving door of PMs?

The News Lens · Sep 14, 2020

The 3 Pregame Street Food Shops To Hit Before Clubbing at Pawnshop

Within 15 minutes walking distance of the Taipei nightclub Pawnshop are three food vendors with Michelin 'Bib Gourmand' status. Here's what we ate and saw.

The News Lens · Sep 14, 2020

The Price of Beijing's Vaccine Diplomacy in Southeast Asia

With few options for obtaining doses, many of the countries China is targeting may mute their objections to Beijing’s policies on issues such as the contested South China Sea

The News Lens · Sep 11, 2020

Disney’s ‘Mulan’ Dishonors a Beloved Folktale

'Mulan' is a cringe-inducing misrepresentation of Chinese history and culture.

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