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China’s quest for soft power faces the CCP’s hurdle of tight control, while South Korea’s dramas connect across borders

The ASEAN summit in Kuala Lumpur will welcome East Timor as the 11th member and host US President Donald Trump’s first Asia trip in his second term. Leaders will discuss security, trade resilience, maritime disputes, and regional economic partnership

North Korea launched multiple short-range ballistic missiles toward the east on Wednesday, its first such tests in five months. The launches come days before the APEC summit in South Korea, raising tensions amid renewed US-North Korea diplomatic uncertainty.

South Korean police have sought arrest warrants for 59 of 64 suspects repatriated from Cambodia for alleged involvement in online scams. The suspects were part of investigations into romance and voice phishing scams across multiple provinces, officials said

Cambodia deported 64 South Koreans involved in online scams, part of a nationwide crackdown on cybercrime. The move follows deaths of South Korean students and strengthens bilateral cooperation with South Korea to prevent fraud, maintain safety, and prosecute criminals

India’s Sheetal Devi claimed gold in the women’s compound individual event at the 2025 Para World Archery Championships, finishing with three medals — gold, silver, and bronze. She defeated world No.1 Oznur Cure Girdi in the final with a 146-143 score

Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailed India’s Asia Cup victory over South Korea, marking their fourth win. This triumph also earned India a spot in the 2026 FIH World Cup in Belgium and Netherlands

US President Donald Trump is preparing to visit South Korea in late October for the APEC summit, where a potential meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping is under discussion. Talks may also cover trade, defence and regional diplomacy with North Korea.

India launch their Asia Cup 2025 campaign in Rajgir on Dhyan Chand’s birth anniversary, aiming to win the continental title and secure direct World Cup qualification. Coach Fulton and captain Harmanpreet exude confidence

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met South Korean Foreign Minister Cho Hyun in New Delhi as India and South Korea marked 10 years of their Special Strategic Partnership. The talks focused on trade, defence, AI, clean energy, and Indo-Pacific cooperation

Heavy rains battered Seoul and nearby cities for two days, leaving at least one person dead and nearly 1,000 evacuated. Flooded roads, landslides and power outages disrupted daily life, while emergency teams rescued over 140 people and worked to restore services.

South Korea’s jailed ex-president Yoon Suk Yeol’s wife, Kim Keon Hee, has been arrested over alleged bribery, stock manipulation, and political meddling. She and Yoon are the first former presidential couple jailed simultaneously, amid multiple special prosecutor probes into their conduct

North Korea’s defence minister warned Pyongyang would exercise its “self-defence” right if provoked during upcoming US–South Korea military drills. He called the Ulchi Freedom Shield exercise a “direct provocation” and “real threat” to stability on the Korean Peninsula.

India's top shooters have begun training at a preparatory camp in Delhi ahead of the 16th Asian Shooting Championships, with a record 182-member squad representing the nation across disciplines

Shriya Murali and Y Akanksha of VJIET won medals at the 20th Asian Roller-Skating Championship in South Korea, showcasing strong performances in the show group and quartet skating events

South Korea's worst heat wave in decades has left 19 dead and over 3,100 ill from heat-related conditions. With power demand at historic highs due to air conditioning use, officials warn of continued extreme heat into August

South Korea has secured a crucial trade deal with the US, reducing expected tariffs from 25% to 15% and pledging $350 billion in investment. Though a relief for exporters, experts warn of short-term export dips and FTA-related concerns.

Kim Yo-jong has said North Korea is not interested in any proposal from Seoul, rejecting talks with South Korea and criticising President Lee Jae Myung's approach as confrontational and unchanged.

US President Donald Trump made the remarks even as countries strive to reach deals with the US to avoid or minimise the impact of steep “reciprocal” tariffs that are set to take effect on August 1

Russia’s Foreign Minister warned the US, South Korea, and Japan not to form a military alliance against North Korea. He visited North Korea to boost ties, discuss nuclear issues, and support tourism and cooperation amid growing military activities