East Asia
Economic pickup in China may increase space for reform
The latest data suggest economic conditions have improved
ChinaAtomic test applies pressure to re-engage North Korea
North Korea has carried out its most powerful nuclear test to date
North KoreaNorth Korea missile development will proceed apace
Pyongyang has been testing missiles at an unprecedented rate, and has seen breakthroughs
North KoreaStronger China trade does not mean turnaround yet
Data out today show an improved trade performance in August
ChinaAbe term extension may prompt rethink in region
Calls are growing for an end to leadership term limits that would enable Shinzo Abe to remain prime minister beyond 2018
JapanChina-Japan meeting may establish 'new normal'
The latest meeting between the two countries' leaders has been as brief and unproductive as the previous ones
ChinaHong Kong election results will antagonise Beijing
Elections to Legislative Council (LegCo) have led to independence activists winning seats for the first time
Hong KongLeadership race could refresh Japan opposition
The main opposition Democratic Party is about to elect a new leader
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