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Tensions Rise Across Asia Pacific as Alliances Shift.

From South Korea’s unexpected presidential change to the escalations in the U.S.-China trade war, the East Asia Pacific region is at a geopolitical crossroads. Read Jiwoo (Jiu) Yum’s report about the latest news in the area.

Global Nuclear Surge Underway as Demands for Uranium Rise.

A new OECD/IAEA report reveals a rapid resurgence of Uranium exploration to meet the rising global demands. Read Fiona Hu’s report about the latest news in the area.

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