ASIA

Korea: Death toll rises to 244, 58 still missing in ferry tragedy

Seoul – The confirmed death toll from the South Korean ferry which capsized nearly three weeks ago has risen to …

Chinese language students look for job opportunities

Beijing – According to statistics from China’s Ministry of Education, nearly 360,000 students from outside China were enrolled in Chinese universities in …

China-Vietnam border private currency trading expected to end

Nanning – China established a currency trading center on the China-Vietnam border on Saturday that many say will help end rampant …

Japan to waive visas for Indonesian, Filipino and Vietnamese travelers

Tokio – The government and the ruling coalition are making arrangements to waive visas for tourists from the Philippines, Indonesia …

Beijing Autoshow: All Buzz about Electric Cars

Beijing – At the Beijing Autoshow many carmakers are showcasing their latest electrics, hybrids and in-car connectivity gadgets. The world’s largest …