During my tenure as the chief U.S. negotiator for the U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement (KORUS), I discovered that the strongest partnerships are built not on the absence of disagreements, but on the ability to address them with trust, pragmatism, and shared interests. KORUS faced numerous challenges, especially in sectors such as agriculture, automobiles, and pharmaceuticals. […]
President Donald Trump has announced a shift in approach concerning Iran, as previous strategies to address the conflict have not succeeded. On Monday, he stated that since Iran is demanding compensation in any potential peace negotiations, the United States will also seek compensation. This decision is part of a broader strategy where Trump suggests that […]
The Times features its chief correspondents reporting from key global regions, focusing on critical issues affecting those areas. Chris Buckley, serving as the chief China correspondent, is stationed in Taipei. He covers significant topics such as politics, social change, and security and military concerns related to China and Taiwan. In South America, Julie Turkewitz is […]
Walking around Tokyo in the summer, you’ll notice many people carrying hand-held fans. However, the fan held by Eimi Nakayama, a university student, stood out for its advanced technology. It featured a small metal plate that operates using the principles behind semiconductors, creating a cooling effect through electrical currents. Ms. Nakayama described the cooling effect […]
The powerful Typhoon Dolphin moved further inland into Hubei, China, on Tuesday, leading to the closure of tourist attractions and halting construction activities. There is a significant threat of intense rainfall in the mountainous northwest of the province. This typhoon, the most severe in China this year, traveled over 3,700 miles before it struck the […]
President Donald Trump boarded Air Force One at Morristown Airport in New Jersey on Sunday, August 9, 2026, with a clear economic strategy for his conflict with Iran. Trump stated that economic pressure, following fifty years of failed attempts to deter Iran’s nuclear ambitions, is now his administration’s focus. The aim is to force Iran’s […]
ANKARA, Turkey — Turkey’s parliament has passed legislation aimed at promoting peace with Kurdish militants. This initiative introduces a conditional pardon for thousands of members of the Kurdistan Workers’ Party (PKK). On Monday, legislators approved the measure by a vote of 468-88. It will become effective once Turkish authorities confirm that the PKK has completely […]
Early efforts to search and rescue are ongoing in numerous cities and towns across western Colombia. A significant earthquake early Tuesday struck the region, resulting in over 111 casualties and trapping many individuals under the wreckage of damaged and destroyed structures. The earthquake, measured at a magnitude of 7.4, impacted cities including Cali, Quibdo, and […]
Catastrophic Earthquake in Colombia A 7.4 magnitude earthquake hit western Colombia on Monday, resulting in the tragic loss of at least 111 lives and causing extensive damage to urban infrastructure. Many now remain trapped under debris as their families and rescue personnel tirelessly search through the wreckage. In Cali, Colombia’s third-largest city, search efforts involve […]
Introduction The use of surveillance drones by the United Kingdom Special Forces has raised security alarms following reports indicating data transmission to China. This development occurs as the UK attempts to ease previous tensions with Beijing. Investigation and Findings An investigation led by the U.K. Ministry of Defence uncovered that Kraken K3 Scout drones were […]