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Newly Discoverd Pit Viper Endangered By Tourist Influx In China

Gloydius is a genus of venomous pit vipers found in Asia, especially in China’s Zharu Valley.

Zenger · Aug 1, 2022

HSBC sets course for return to quarterly dividend payments

The London-listed giant, which earns much of its revenue in Asia, has faced calls from investors for it to be broken up

Evening Standard · Aug 1, 2022

Pelosi Lands in Singapore to Kick off Asia Tour

US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi arrived in Singapore early Monday, kicking off her Asian tour as questions swirled over a possible stop in Taiwan that has fueled tension with Beijing. A person familiar with the matter confirmed that Pelosi and her delegation landed in the city-state before dawn. They spoke…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Aug 1, 2022

Bringing Eurasia closer

The International North South Transport Corridor, which aims to bring Eurasia closer together, is a laudable initiative

The Hindu · Jul 31, 2022

Taiwan left off Nancy Pelosi's public Asia itinerary amid warnings

President Joe Biden and military officials have warned against traveling to the island nation.

Axios · Jul 31, 2022

Pelosi confirmed details of her trip to Asia, but did not say if she'll visit Taiwan

The speaker of the House will stop in four Asian countries this week, but made no mention of a possible stop in Taiwan. Rumors she might visit the island democracy has fueled tension with China.

WEKU · Jul 31, 2022

Nancy Pelosi’s itinerary for Asia visit released – and there’s no mention of Taiwan

President Joe Biden has said the House speaker’s potential Taiwan visit might not be a ‘good idea’

The Independent UK · Jul 31, 2022

Nancy Pelosi begins Asia trip but does not mention Taiwan

Reports that House speaker could visit Taiwan have riled China; analysts say she may yet do so in unofficial capacity

The Guardian - UK · Jul 31, 2022

NSW trade trip to Asia hobbled by scandals

After spending time in Japan, South Korea and India, Premier Dominic Perrottet has returned to more scrutiny as two ministerial scandals roil his leadership

AAP · Jul 31, 2022

China holds live-fire drills near Taiwan as Pelosi heads to Asia

China held live-fire military drills in the Taiwan Strait on Saturday as U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi prepared to arrive in Asia.

Tribune News Service · Jul 30, 2022