Pacific Press Asia
Selected international reporting, read through an Asia-Pacific lens.
A goldmine collapse in the Central African Republic spotlights a persistent pattern of resource extraction's human cost, with economic ripples that extend to distant markets.
Conakry landslide highlights regional vulnerability, demanding policy shifts beyond reactive measures.
An outbreak in Guinea-Bissau, marked by a high proportion of child cases, suggests an epidemiological shift that warrants attention beyond its immediate geography.
HONG KONG —The fast-fashion giant’s valuation challenges existing regional commercial capabilities, particularly for smaller economies like Thailand.
The recent trade dispute between the United States and Canada suggests broader challenges for supply chain resilience and economic stability in Southeast Asia.
Five years of Taliban governance challenges established notions of state failure and regional insulation, presenting a distinct calculus for countries like Thailand.
The UK's reported decision on long-range weapon technology could reframe regional security dynamics, particularly for nations reliant on external defense commitments.
The freeing of an American missionary underscores global risks, reminding our region of both peril and the power of international cooperation.
While the Strait of Gibraltar feels a world away, the dynamics playing out on Europe's southern frontier offer crucial lessons for our own region's migration challenges.
From Lake Kariba to the Andaman Sea, the lessons of preventable maritime loss are universal.
As the DRC faces its deadliest Ebola outbreak, the distance offers no immunity to our interconnected world.
SINGAPORE —As Western powers court and China expands, emerging economies in the Asia-Pacific navigate a perilous path, seeking prosperity without sacrificing sovereignty.
From Tokyo's gleaming towers to Bangkok's bustling markets, demographic decline is reshaping economies, fueling a new era of skilled labor migration across the Asia-Pacific.
As rising seas threaten their homeland, Tuvaluans forge new lives, testing the world's resolve on climate displacement.
CHIANG MAI —A new generation breathes vibrant life into ancient Lanna culture, proving sustainability isn't just about the environment—it's about heritage.
Taiwan, Vietnam, and South Korea vie for clean energy dominance, but the critical role of international finance reveals a complex, often precarious, path to green ambition.
From flood prediction to sustainable farming, a new generation of Vietnamese innovators in Ho Chi Minh City is harnessing artificial intelligence to safeguard the vulnerable Mekong Delta.
PHUKET —As global travel patterns evolve, the Pearl of the Andaman recalibrates its strategy, moving beyond mass tourism to court a more discerning visitor.
As Beijing's claims strangle vital trade, Indonesia's overlooked islands emerge as a critical energy nexus and choke point.
Tokyo's strategic investments in offshore wind, particularly in the Philippines and Vietnam, signal a sophisticated play for regional influence and energy security amidst growing geopolitical currents.
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