Indonesia’s Prabowo is repatriating foreign drug convicts. Critics say it’s about politics

While the decision may signal a ‘softening of attitude’ towards the death penalty, critics suggest it could threaten Indonesia’s rule of law.

ARTE Generali rolls out suite of solutions to meet Hong Kong’s growing need for personalised art insurance

[The content of this article has been produced by our advertising partner.] In the dynamic world of fine art, the need for comprehensive protection is growing both in Hong Kong and globally. The art insurance market itself is experiencing significant growth, having grown between 3% and 7% annually from 2012 to 2022. This expansion is being driven by the increasing value of artworks paired with the rising number of art collectors and investors worldwide. As Hong Kong continues to reinforce its status as Asia

Japan wavers on tax hikes to fund military expansion as Trump’s return adds pressure

Tokyo is yet to decide on the timing of the proposed tax increases to cover the US$280 billion cost.

Hong Kong’s panda twin cubs will be given ‘caring training’ at 2 to 3 years old

Giant pandas gifted by Bejiing, An An and Ke Ke, being taught how to respond to ‘target’ command, to enable physical examinations by vets.

Hongkongers brace for disruption as CMB drivers go on strike in 1989 – from SCMP archive

35 years ago, Hong Kong’s CMB drivers held a four-hour strike to push for better retirement benefits.

Bangladesh’s turmoil deepens as Nobel laureate Yunus struggles to restore order

Muhammad Yunus faces challenges in restoring order and reviving Bangladesh’s economy amid ethnic tensions and urgent calls for new elections.

Russia’s Putin denies he tried to frighten Germany’s Merkel with his dog

Angela Merkel, who has a well-documented fear of dogs, recalled a tense encounter with Vladimir Putin’s Labrador in her new memoir.

K-pop’s NewJeans split from label Ador, citing ‘mistreatment’ and lack of respect

Members promise to fight for the use of girl group’s name, with Danielle saying ‘NewJeans never die’ and they hope to put out new music.

Is Hanoi quietly building Asean alliances on a South China Sea code of conduct?

Diplomatic upgrade with Kuala Lumpur could lead to a more united front from claimant countries in their dispute with Beijing, analysts say.

Multiple-entry Hong Kong visas for Shenzhen residents to start from December 1

Residents will be allowed unlimited entry within a year with stays not longer than seven days each time.