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Last update: 12 hours agoIndo-Pacific Tensions: Taiwan warns China has surged 100+ warships and coast guard vessels across regional waters, framing it as a “wrecking status quo” move that follows the Trump–Xi summit. Energy Shock Watch: APEC trade ministers in Suzhou urged resilient supply chains as Middle East turmoil tightens routes and keeps oil volatility high. Korea Consumer Finance: Starbucks Korea prepaid balances hit 420 billion won, spotlighting a regulatory blind spot over card rules and refund limits after “Tank Day” backlash. Culture & Media: A petition to cancel MBC drama “Perfect Crown” passed 25,000 signatures, alleging historical distortion and cultural agenda influence. Tech & Trade: Smartphone imports are surging in Nepal, while Posco International plans a US rare-earth separation/refining plant. Security/Defense: Hanwha Ocean’s ROKS Dosan Ahn Chang-ho arrived off Canada for anti-sub exercises as Ottawa weighs submarine bids. Entertainment: Cannes closed with Palme d’Or to “Fjord,” with Park Chan-wook leading the jury.
Note: AI summary from news headlines; neutral sources weighted more to help reduce bias in the result.
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