CPTPP members must carefully judge China's sincerity to join

Beijing should build trust through RCEP and present plan for crucial reforms

US and China should continue talks to avoid conflict

Upcoming Quad leaders' summit offers chance to better engage with Beijing

Lessons can be learned from Southeast Asia's tech startups

Grab and GoTo show savvy raising funds overseas to meet local needs

All nations must help stabilize Afghanistan after US withdrawal

Economic aid should be used to pressure Taliban on governance and human rights

Malaysia must quickly stabilize its political situation

Once pandemic is under control, government should determine people's will through election

Investors should beware of broader private sector crackdowns in China

Growing restrictions on for-profit activities may undermine startup investment rationale

US and Philippines must maintain alliance to avert power vacuum

Bilateral pact crucial in checking China's expansion in disputed South China Sea

Russian premier's visit to 'Northern Territories' unacceptable

Tokyo should assess Moscow's true intentions for disputed islands

US must urgently regain Southeast Asia's trust

Cooperation with ASEAN nations vital in countering China’s growing influence

South China Sea must be governed by transparent laws

Beijing raises tensions by ignoring tribunal ruling and pushing territory claim

China must stop using unclear rules to hobble web companies

Lack of transparency in government interventions could have global market impact

Toshiba must restructure its management and take responsibility

Additional investigation into unfair shareholders meeting is urgently needed

China's media crackdown in Hong Kong is beyond comprehension

The public's right to know is under attack as clock ticks on Apple Daily

Revitalized G-7 must lead in creating global stability

Coordinating response to China will be key test for democratic nations

Leading nations must work together to swiftly reform WHO

Health organization's slow COVID-19 response shows need for change

Countries need multifaceted approach to securing rare metals

Dependence on China for crucial resources presents risks

Authorities must quickly lay out path to safe and secure Olympics

Detailed measures to mitigate infection risk are still lacking

Indo-Pacific stability can be enhanced by European engagement

Nations that share democratic values should advance regional cooperation

India's COVID-19 crisis offers lessons for other nations

Administrative roadblocks and overconfidence led to spike in cases

Honda exit from gasoline engines highlights dawn of EV era

ASEAN must quickly launch Myanmar envoy mission to halt violence

Group's decision to mediate conflict is a welcome change in noninterference principle

Deeper Japan-US alliance vital for stability and development

Washington and Tokyo must engage Beijing while checking irresponsible behavior

Singapore's uncertain leadership transition requires transparency

Surprise announcement by deputy PM leaves succession of power unclear

Japan must join Europe and US in advancing human rights

Universal values guaranteed by UN should inform Tokyo's diplomacy

All nations must work together to stop violence in Myanmar

China and Russia face no disadvantage in ending military crackdown on civilians

US must coordinate with allies in its engagement with China

Tokyo and Seoul need to bridge divides to confront regional security issues

Quad should form foundation for broader international cooperation

Framework offers diplomatic and economic counterweight to China

World must be cautious of friction created by China's 2035 plan

Plans to surpass US and restrict democracy in Hong Kong will draw criticism

Myanmar military's use of force against civilians is unacceptable

Authorities must not repeat tragic 1988 crackdown that left thousands dead

Japan must address legal and practical gaps in maritime security

Aggressive Chinese presence in Senkaku waters requires careful response

Japan must use Mori's resignation to change outdated thinking

Gender equality and diverse opinions should be embraced

Global teamwork vital in addressing aggressive China Coast Guard law

New legislation aims to legitimize actions not permitted under international law

Olympics chief Mori's derogatory comments erode trust in games

Generalizations about women risk perpetuating Japan's gender gap

Myanmar military's coup is unacceptable

Failure to return power to civilian regime risks new round of sanctions

South Korea’s Moon Jae-in must put his words on Japan into action

Significant steps still needed to resolve diplomatic row between Tokyo and Seoul

China's economy is not out of the woods yet

Positive growth belies unresolved structural challenges

Denuclearization in North Korea is the only way forward

Plan for self-sufficient development shows country is headed in wrong direction

Today's nonpolar world requires new international order

Multilateral framework should include China, rather than isolate it

China's antitrust push for internet companies requires scrutiny

China's extraterritorial use of export control law draws concern

Beijing's crackdown on free speech in Hong Kong is unacceptable

Attempt to hold young democracy activists accountable for protests is absurd

China's TPP ambition should be viewed with caution

Members must avoid sacrificing standards to expand pact

Now is the time to restore international cooperation

Coordinated action is crucial to ending pandemic and creating new prosperity

RCEP countries must work to convince India to join trade pact

Agreement should move toward greater tariff liberalization, more rigorous rules

Biden's victory is a chance to restore international order

President-elect's pledge of more diplomatic cooperation welcome change

China's 2035 plan raises fears of greater confrontation with US

Global framework to ban nuclear arms marks significant step

In Thai demonstrations, both sides need restraint

Enhanced Quad will provide foundation for Indo-Pacific stability

Cooperation with US, India, Australia crucial for Japan's new government

Suga should build on Abe's laudable efforts to expand free trade

Japan can play a key role in fighting the rising wave of protectionism