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Remaining TPP Members Vow to Move Forward Without US
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- Published on Wednesday, 24 May 2017 16:30
- Written by Saigoneer. Image by Anh H.
Trade leaders of the 11 remaining countries in the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) have agreed to continue working to finalize the deal without US participation.
Amid Concerns Over East Sea, Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc to Visit US This Month
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- Published on Wednesday, 24 May 2017 11:07
- Written by Saigoneer.
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc will begin a visit to the United States on May 29, culminating in a stop at the White House on May 31.
Phnom Penh Might Get $800m Sky Train Network
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- Published on Tuesday, 23 May 2017 10:20
- Written by Saigoneer.
As construction of Saigon’s metro system slowly chugs along – with a few stops along the way – its closest sister city, Phnom Penh, is planning an urban rail system of its own.
Japanese Princess Mako to Give Up Royal Status to Marry a Commoner
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- Published on Monday, 22 May 2017 15:30
- Written by Saigoneer.
One of Japan’s princesses has set her mind on marrying a member of the public, reigniting debate over the country’s outdated imperial law.
Asia's Rapidly Aging Population Is a Threat to Regional and Global Economy: IMF
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- Published on Wednesday, 10 May 2017 13:34
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Brandon Coleman.
Asia’s population is aging so fast that in just a few decades, the region might stop being the top contributor to the global workforce.
Tokyo's Pride Parade Last Week Draws Record Number of Participants
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- Published on Tuesday, 09 May 2017 15:30
- Written by Saigoneer.
Last weekend thousands thronged the streets of Tokyo to join Japan's largest Rainbow Pride parade to date.
Yangon: Lessons From a Neighbor That Banned Bikes
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- Published on Monday, 08 May 2017 13:55
- Written by Saigoneer.
As Saigon is mulling a complete ban on motorbikes – first, in the city’s downtown area and then, city-wide, perhaps - it’s high time to look at the situation in Yangon, where a similar ban was implemented more than ten years ago.
China Faces Staunch Opposition in Thailand Over Project to Widen the Mekong River
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- Published on Saturday, 06 May 2017 10:00
- Written by Saigoneer.
China is in hot water with Thai conservationists for its plan to remove rocky outcrops on the Mekong River.
ASEAN Softens Stance on China's East Sea Actions, Moves Toward Code of Conduct
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- Published on Thursday, 04 May 2017 12:14
- Written by Saigoneer.
The Association of South East Asian Nations (ASEAN) softened its stance on China's activities in the East Sea after a recent summit.
Singapore Airlines Launches First Flight Powered by Sustainable Biofuels
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- Published on Wednesday, 03 May 2017 16:25
- Written by Saigoneer.
Earlier this week, Singapore Airlines (SIA) successfully launched its first flight supported by sustainable biofuels.
China Launches First Domestically Built Aircraft Carrier
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- Published on Wednesday, 26 April 2017 16:27
- Written by Saigoneer.
China’s navy received a major boost to its capabilities after launching its first domestically designed and produced aircraft carrier earlier today.
