Asia

Mamdani’s NYC Win Echoes Nehru’s ‘Tryst with Destiny’ Speech

SMGN noviembre 5, 2025

“A moment comes but rarely in history when we step out from the old to the new,” Zohran Mamdani told a jubilant crowd in New York on Wednesday, intentionally quoting India’s first prime minister, Jawaharlal Nehru’s seminal midnight speech of 1947. The speech was delivered as the country achieved independence.

Trump Secures $550 Billion Japan Deal as New Prime Minister Takaichi Strengthens U.S.-Japan Alliance

SMGN octubre 28, 2025

President Donald Trump’s visit to Tokyo marked a defining moment in the evolving relationship between the United States and Japan, as he met with Japan’s newly appointed Prime Minister, Sanae Takaichi, the first woman to lead the nation. The two leaders celebrated the signing of a $550 billion trade and

Trump’s ASEAN Visit Revives Regional Diplomacy as U.S. Seeks Influence in Southeast Asia

SMGN octubre 27, 2025

ASEAN’s Moment in the Global Spotlight President Donald Trump’s participation at the ASEAN Summit in Kuala Lumpur has reignited global attention on Southeast Asia’s diplomatic stage. This instance of Trump ASEAN summit diplomacy 2025 marked a rare moment of unity for the 10-member bloc. The bloc has long faced criticism

China’s Long Game: How Xi Jinping’s Five-Year Plan Strengthens Beijing’s Strategic Edge Against the U.S.

SMGN octubre 24, 2025

Xi Jinping’s Strategic Vision: Planning Beyond Political Chaos In Beijing’s Great Hall of the People, Chinese leaders have concluded a high-stakes meeting. They outlined the nation’s next five-year economic and strategic plan. The blueprint is set to redefine China’s path toward self-reliance in technology, manufacturing, and defense. This comes while

India Pushes Back on Trump’s Claim to Halt Russian Oil Imports as Energy and Trade Tensions Deepen

SMGN octubre 17, 2025

India Denies Trump’s Claim Over Russian Oil Agreement Tensions between Washington and New Delhi flared after U.S. President Donald Trump claimed that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi had agreed to halt purchases of Russian oil. The statement quickly drew skepticism from India’s Ministry of External Affairs, which said it was

Japan Stocks Surge as Sanae Takaichi Named Pro-Business LDP Leader

SMGN octubre 6, 2025

Japan’s Market Reaches Historic Highs Japan’s stock market reached unprecedented heights after the ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) confirmed Sanae Takaichi as its new leader. This paves the way for her to become Japan’s next prime minister. The Nikkei 225 index closed above 47,000 points for the first time, marking

Foreign Investors Exit Japan Bonds as BOJ Policy Shift Looms

SMGN octubre 2, 2025

Why Foreign Investors Are Pulling Out of Japan’s Bond Market Japan’s government bond market has long been one of the most stable fixtures of global finance. However, recent developments suggest a potential Japan bond selloff could be on the horizon due to a BOJ policy shift. It is supported by

Impacto del tifón Ragasa en Hong Kong, el sur de China y Filipinas

SMGN Septiembre 24, 2025

A Storm Reshaping Regional Preparedness Typhoon Ragasa has emerged as one of the strongest storms of the year, highlighting the significant Typhoon Ragasa impact on affected regions. It has unleashed widespread damage while sweeping across the northern Philippines, Taiwan, and now threatens Hong Kong, Macau, and mainland China. Initially, winds

DeepSeek AI Training Costs Challenge US Tech Giants

SMGN septiembre 19, 2025

China’s DeepSeek has entered the global spotlight after revealing the surprisingly low cost of training its R1 artificial intelligence model. The company disclosed that the training process required only $294,000, a fraction of what leading U.S. firms have reportedly spent on similar models. This announcement is intensifying the global debate

US Expands Military Drills With Allies in Asia

SMGN septiembre 16, 2025

Strengthening Regional Defense Through Trilateral Cooperation The United States has intensified its joint training programs with South Korea and Japan, showcasing a renewed commitment to regional security and stability. These trilateral drills, conducted in the waters near South Korea’s Jeju Island, are designed to refine ballistic missile defense strategies and

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Expert Tips to Navigate Flight Delays and Cancellations During Crisis

SMGN noviembre 6, 2025

Widespread flight delays and cancellations are impacting major airports nationwide as the government shutdown, now the longest in history, continues to drag on. Air traffic controller shortages have caused issues at numerous airports for more than a month, creating ripple effects across the entire travel network. In response to the

Trump says government shutdown pressures Republicans and suggests ending the filibuster

SMGN noviembre 6, 2025

Former president reflects on election results after record-long shutdown During a meeting with Republican senators, former President Donald Trump said the prolonged federal government shutdown negatively affected recent election results for his party. Trump stated that pollsters identified the shutdown as a major factor influencing voter sentiment against Republicans. “If

U.S. Government Revises SNAP Benefit Cuts, but Millions Still Face Major Reductions

SMGN noviembre 6, 2025

USDA Adjusts Reduction Formula Amid Ongoing Legal and Technical Challenges The U.S. government has revised its plan for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), announcing a smaller reduction in monthly food benefits. According to updated guidance from the Department of Agriculture (USDA), maximum allotments will now be cut by 35%