Japan to seek contact information from those enjoying nightlife
TOKYO -- Japan plans to issue guidelines for night spots, such as hostess bars and host clubs, where close contact...
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The Philippines’ Anti-Terrorism Act of 2020: Five things to know
MANILA -- Days after being marked "urgent" by President Rodrigo Duterte, the Philippines' House of Representatives last week approved the...
Asian business gets priority seat as region eases travel curbs
TOKYO/SINGAPORE -- Corporate Asia is spearheading a cautious opening of regional travel after a series of governments prioritized business trips...
Coronavirus latest: India’s Panacea and Refana of US seek vaccine
The Nikkei Asian Review is tracking the spread of the new coronavirus that originated in the central Chinese city of...
Food for thought on Joe Biden and Chinese sentiment
The Chinese government has made strides in containing the coronavirus, which infected tens of thousands and killed more than 4,000...
Huawei bid to shift work to China slows as suppliers weigh risks
TAIPEI -- Huawei Technologies is struggling to meet a goal to shift a key part of its output into China,...
Uncovering Japan’s coronavirus X-factor matters to the world
KYOTO -- Over the last six months in the global fight against the coronavirus pandemic, one recurring question that many...
Tencent-backed WeDoctor readies Hong Kong IPO
WeDoctor, an online medical services provider backed by Tencent Holdings Ltd., plans to file a prospectus by October for a...
HSBC takes fire from top investor and US for backing China law
HONG KONG -- HSBC Holdings is facing criticism from a leading shareholder as well as top foreign officials over its decision...
Coronavirus latest: China’s air passengers plummet 52% in May
The Nikkei Asian Review is tracking the spread of the new coronavirus that originated in the central Chinese city of...
