Talking Heads in Taiwan Taiwan A Japanese political scientist accuses a paper in Taiwan of fabricating quotes in its coverage of Taiwan’s KMT leadership election.
Pulse HK Launches Hong Kong The merger of two exile outlets creates a new global platform for an expanding diaspora population.
Awards Return Malaysia After a decade-long hiatus, Malaysia’s Dato’ Seri Lee Tian Hock Journalism Awards recognized Chinese-language media excellence amid industry challenges.
Molding the Message China A forum held at a leading university in Beijing over the weekend shows how China’s leadership keeps tight control over journalism — from the classroom to the newsroom.
Breaking Ranks Philippines A historically China-leaning Filipino Chinese newspaper prominently covers a Reuters exposé alleging a Beijing-funded disinformation campaign targeted President Marcos and US alliance.
Disaster Distorted Taiwan Taiwanese cable outlets edit the remarks of disaster victims to falsely attack the country’s vice president, prompting families to decry political manipulation.
Justice Arrives Late Taiwan A Hong Kong outlet linked to Beijing’s United Front apologized for defaming a Taiwanese director after falsely labeling him a corruption defendant in a smear campaign.
Mainly Incorrect Hong Kong Hong Kong’s legislature ordered lawmakers to replace “Mainland China” with “Chinese Mainland” following Beijing’s directive, a move supporters say eliminates any implication of multiple Chinas.
Registry Restrictions Hong Kong Hong Kong’s legislature passed a bill restricting property record access to designated professionals while explicitly excluding journalists, prompting warnings the move will undermine press freedom and public oversight.
