What's in this episode: TOP BIT: Travel Warnings, Warships, and Sharp WordsJapan's PM Sanae Takaichi states a Chinese attack on Taiwan poses an "existential threat" to Japan, sparking a diplomatic storm.Beijing responds with harsh rhetoric (a diplomat suggesting Japan's "dirty neck" be "severed") and summons ambassadors.China issues travel warnings for Japan, leading to free rebookings/refunds for flights.Increased military presence: China's Coast Guard patrols near disputed islands; Taiwan r...
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What's in this episode: TOP BIT: Travel Warnings, Warships, and Sharp WordsJapan's PM Sanae Takaichi states a Chinese attack on Taiwan poses an "existential threat" to Japan, sparking a diplomatic storm.Beijing responds with harsh rhetoric (a diplomat suggesting Japan's "dirty neck" be "severed") and summons ambassadors.China issues travel warnings for Japan, leading to free rebookings/refunds for flights.Increased military presence: China's Coast Guard patrols near disputed islands; Taiwan r...
COMAC attacks Boeing & Airbus | asiabits Nov 3, 2025
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COMAC attacks Boeing & Airbus | asiabits Nov 3, 2025
What's in this episode: Top Bit: COMAC’s Challenge: Brunei is the first non-China country to recognize Chinese aviation standards. GallopAir placed the first international C919 order (30 aircraft, approx. $2B USD).The C919 still needs Western certification (EASA/FAA, potentially 6 years).Highlights: MSCI China fell ~2% in October. Beijing expands ETF Connect with six new US-exposed ETFs.Number of the Day: 38%—The share of Japanese municipalities without access to Japanese-language ...
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What's in this episode: TOP BIT: Travel Warnings, Warships, and Sharp WordsJapan's PM Sanae Takaichi states a Chinese attack on Taiwan poses an "existential threat" to Japan, sparking a diplomatic storm.Beijing responds with harsh rhetoric (a diplomat suggesting Japan's "dirty neck" be "severed") and summons ambassadors.China issues travel warnings for Japan, leading to free rebookings/refunds for flights.Increased military presence: China's Coast Guard patrols near disputed islands; Taiwan r...
