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East Asia
Kyungbok University Empowers International Students at ‘2026 Global Talent Fair’ to Boost Global Career Opportunities
GKS international students from Kyungbok University take a commemorative photo at the ‘2026 Global Talent Fair for International Students’ exhibition hall. (Photo Courtesy of Kyungbok University) SEOUL: Kyungbok University actively participated in the “2026 Global Talent Fair for International Students,” the largest employment fair of its kind in South Korea,…
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AJA Newsbites – June 12, 2026
AJA Newsbites is a curated roundup of major news and developments from across Asia, brought to you by members of Asia Journalist Association (AJA) Lee Sang-ki, THE AsiaN, KoreaDebate continues over proposals to reform South Korea’s military academies, including the Korea Military Academy. Critics agree the academy must adapt to…
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Society
Malik Humeida Completes Official Guinness World Record in Historic Hydrofoil Wingboard Endurance Attempt
Malik has built a reputation for technical precision, endurance performance, and competitive consistency By Habib Toumi KIEL: Professional wingfoiler Malik Humeida has completed an official Guinness World Record attempt for the greatest distance covered by a hydrofoil wingboard in 12 hours, marking a significant milestone in the rapidly growing world…
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Pakistan: The Myth of the Passive Youth
AI-generated Illustration By Nasir AijazThe AsiaN Representative ISLAMABAD: During the last couple of years, while observing the Gen-Z movements taking place in Nepal, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka, I expected a similar uprising in Pakistan given the grave situation prevailing in the country. However, surprisingly, nothing happened here. This sparked a…
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AJA Newsbites – June 11, 2026
AJA Newsbites is a curated roundup of major news and developments from across Asia, brought to you by members of Asia Journalist Association (AJA) Lee Sang-ki, THE AsiaN, KoreaYoung people in their 20s and 30s have emerged as a new civic force during rallies protesting ballot shortages in South Korea’s…
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South Asia
The Dilemma in Colombo: Sri Lanka’s New Government Faces the Reality of Chinese Capital
Hambantota Port By Leo Nirosha Darshan COLOMBO: In 2017, crippled by a mounting debt crisis, Sri Lanka handed over operational control of the strategically vital Hambantota Port to a Chinese state-owned enterprise on a 99-year lease. Nearly a decade later, the politics surrounding Chinese investments in the island nation have…
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AJA Newsbites – June 10, 2026
AJA Newsbites is a curated roundup of major news and developments from across Asia, brought to you by members of Asia Journalist Association (AJA) Lee Sang-ki, THE AsiaN, KoreaStudent councils from 16 universities across South Korea, including Seoul National University, announced plans to issue a joint declaration on June 10…
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Coexistence, Solidarity, and Dialogue Among Civilizations: Values Deeply Rooted in Bahrain’s Identity
View from Manama, the capital of Bahrain By Habib Toumi MANAMA: Foreign Minister Dr. Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani affirmed that the Kingdom of Bahrain stands as a distinguished model in promoting the values of peaceful coexistence, solidarity, and dialogue among civilizations, cultures, and religions. Marking the International Day for…
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AJA Newsbites – June 9, 2026
AJA Newsbites is a curated roundup of major news and developments from across Asia, brought to you by members of Asia Journalist Association (AJA) Lee Sang-ki, THE AsiaN, KoreaPresident Lee Jae-myung met with South Korea’s four top constitutional leaders at the presidential office on June 8 to address the ballot…
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Parliament: Singapore Must Not Have Jobless Growth Amid AI Transition
By Ivan LimContributor to AsiaN SINGAPORE: Robots and generative AI have presented Singapore with a so-called “jobless growth” curve ball: how to ensure that technology-driven productivity is not at the expense of staff numbers. A battle of ideas has surfaced between the ruling People ’s Action Party (PAP) and the…
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