Asia - Pacific

China's death toll from heavy rain, floods climbs to 12
Rescuers found last missing person dead body in Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region
China's death toll from heavy rain, floods climbs to 12
Rescuers found last missing person dead body in Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region

New study links dengue fever outbreaks to climate conditions
Researchers say findings could help anticipate when regions may face epidemics

Pakistani premier receives China’s top diplomat, vows to deepen ties
Foreign Minister Wang Yi also meets President Asif Ali Zardari in Islamabad

Taiwan's leader unveils 2026 fiscal year budget, with 20.1% increase for defense
$109.7B budget plan includes $31.1B for defense, which amounts to over 3% including special funds

Malaysia fighter jet catches fire after takeoff
Officials confirm F/A-18D Hornet jet involved in accident occurring at 1305GMT at Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport in Kuantan city, Pahang state

Populism finds foothold in Japan with far-right election breakthrough
Far-right party Sanseito won the third-most votes in recent upper house election, shattering the notion that Japan is immune to populism