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North Korea's artillery attack on the South Korean island of Yeonpyeong on November 23 was a major provocation, representing one of the worst such instances since the Korean War (1950-53).... 2010-11-26

China recently ruled out full democracy for Hong Kong in 2012, but suggested universal suffrage may be possible in 2017, the clearest indication of a timeframe for democracy to date.... 2010-11-26

Taiwan's inclusion in the EU's visa-waiver program means that Taiwanese nationals will be able to enter European countries under the scheme without a visa and stay for up to 90 days... 2010-11-26

The government of China has been involved in a high-octane diplomatic campaign during the last two months to foil US plans to support an international investigation into possible war... 2010-11-01

With the South Korean parliament's approval of Kim Hwang-Sik's nomination on October 1, the Prime Minister post, vacant since Chung Un-Chan's resignation, has finally been filled. Although... 2010-10-29

In his recent policy address, Hong Kong Chief Executive Donald Tsang announced the government's intention to 'promote multi-faceted, multi-level exchanges with Taiwan'. Hong Kong is... 2010-10-29

According to the most recent opinion poll conducted by Global Views Survey Research Center (GVSRC), approval ratings for Taiwanese President Ma Ying-jeou increased from 30.1% in September... 2010-10-29

The business environment facing foreign investors operating in China continues to come under international pressure. However, recent assurances from Vice-President Xi Jinping that... 2010-10-01

Public support for the Hong Kong government has increased notably. According to a telephone survey conducted through the University of Hong Kong's Public Opinion Programme, Chief Executive... 2010-09-30

There have been some recent signs of easing tensions on the Korean peninsula. South Korea has offered to send aid to its flood-stricken northern neighbour, while North Korea initiated... 2010-09-30