Nexperia China vows business as usual after Dutch wafer supply halt

Chinese unit says production remains stable and new suppliers secured despite headquarters suspending shipments from Europe.

Emerging-market stocks have risen every month this year, first unbroken streak since 1993

The MSCI Emerging Markets Index has rallied every month from January to October - a feat last seen in 1993 — and is up around 30 per cent this year.

Canada and Philippines to sign defense pact to boost combat drills and deter China's aggression

Canada and the Philippines, both staunch critics of China’s increasingly coercive actions in the disputed South China Sea, were to sign a key defense agreement on Sunday that would allow their forces ...

China, South Korea leaders discuss cultural ties a decade after ban

The move could provide a lift for South Korea’s pop culture industry. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Hegseth says US, China to set up direct military communication

Officials from both nations will hold discussions to work out the details of how they will communicate. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.