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Starbucks is giving away free World Cup drink sleeves to celebrate kickoff

Starbucks customers are in for a treat on Thursday as the coffee giant gives away free World Cup 2026 drink sleeves to celebrate the start of the tournament. Customers who order a beverage of any size, including brewed coffee and brewed tea, at participating Starbucks locations in the U.S. on…

The Independent UK · Jun 11

India emerging as key APAC growth hub for AI talent and energy security: Colliers Report

India is emerging as a key growth engine in the Asia Pacific region. Driven by advancements in Artificial Intelligence and a strong demographic advantage, the country is attracting global firms. Significant investments in AI and a focus on energy security are transforming corporate real estate strategies. India's large, young, and…

The Economic Times · May 26

Delivery cost increased by about 19% in Asia Pacific: Report

Delivery costs in India and the Asia Pacific region saw a significant rise of nearly 19 percent year-on-year. This increase occurred between March and May. Customers in India are now showing a preference for reliable delivery schedules rather than just speed. Many are willing to pay extra for convenient delivery…

The Economic Times · May 24

UN asks Asia-Pacific countries to invest more in preventing damage from disasters

A U.N. official says disasters, including those wrought by fiercer storms, are threatening more people and could derail economic progress in the Asia Pacific region if governments would not invest more in disaster-prevention and mitigation

The Independent UK · Oct 15, 2024

Bid for dominance over Asia Pacific tests US, China attempt at detente

US defence chief Lloyd Austin hails a ‘new era of security’ in the Asia Pacific, drawing a strong pushback from China.

Al Jazeera · Jun 1, 2024

Best of 2023: Editor’s picks from the Asia Pacific

From the continuing crisis in Myanmar to the US’s expanding military ties, these are Al Jazeera’s highlights.

Al Jazeera · Jan 1, 2024

In bid to counter China, US ramps up effort to boost military ties in Asia

US makes a ‘once in a generation effort’ to boost military, diplomatic ties in Asia as it seeks to compete with China.

Al Jazeera · Dec 28, 2023

Australia has long viewed the Pacific as a place of threats that must be contained. It's time for this mindset to change

During the 2022 federal election campaign, the Morrison government was all too eager to brandish its national security credentials. Its message to voters was that the Asia Pacific was brimming with threats from aggressive, authoritarian China.

The Conversation · Nov 9, 2023

Are US military drills in Asia-Pacific a veiled attempt to curb Chinese power?

Recent US military activity in the Asia-Pacific is on the rise, including drills in the Philippines and South Korea as well as a submarine deal struck between the US and Australia. China has, meanwhile, accused the US of encircling the country. FRANCE 24 speaks with an expert to shed light…

France 24 · Mar 14, 2023