Anti-China sentiment grows in Korea, fueled by politics and sour relations

Anti-China sentiment is on the rise in South Korea, driven by younger generations, political grievances and past disputes — fueling protests and shaping Seoul’s strained relationship with Beijing.

2025-11-26

Hegseth voices 'serious' concerns over China's activities in South China Sea in talks with Chinese defense chief

U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth expressed "serious" concerns over China's activities in the South China Sea, around Taiwan and toward its regional allies during his first in-person talks with his Chinese counterpart in Kuala Lumpur.

2025-10-31

Michael DeSombre confirmed as senior U.S. diplomat for Asia-Pacific, expected to play major role in potential talks with North

Michael DeSombre, U.S. President Donald Trump’s nominee for assistant secretary of state for East Asia and Pacific affairs, was confirmed by the U.S. Senate on Tuesday — nearly seven months after his nomination was announced on March 11.

2025-10-09

Hoopin': All East Asia Super League games to be shown in Korea

The East Asia Super League (EASL) has signed broadcasting deals with JTBC Golf & Sports, Berry Entertainment & Media and SOOP for the 2025-26 season, allowing Korean basketball fans to catch all the action.

2025-10-01

Trump pick for East Asia policy favors “commercial diplomacy”

During a Senate confirmation hearing Thursday, Michael DeSombre, the nominee for assistant secretary of state for East Asia and the Pacific, laid out three key priorities for U.S. Indo-Pacific policy.

2025-05-17

For East Asia Super League CEO Henry Kerins, 'premium' a priority in expansion

East Asia Super League CEO Henry Kerins believes that the key to growth is to offer a "premium product," adding that Korean basketball is unique in the region for its European style of play.

2025-03-10

Hiroshima Dragonflies named EASL champions under the lights in Macau

The Hiroshima Dragonflies beat the Taoyuan Pauian Pilots 72-68 in a tight 2024-25 EASL final at Studio City Event Center in Macau on Sunday, hitting the Asian basketball jackpot in a city better known for slot machines than sports events

2025-03-10

Final four of East Asia Super League a slam dunk for Macau

Studio City Senior Vice President and General Manager Kevin Benning said the East Asia Super League final four is proof that Macau can grow beyond the gambling business and into an Asian sports hub.

2025-03-09

EASL final four a sure bet for basketball fans in Macau

The final four of the East Asia Super League offered a new kind of entertainment to Macau, as basketball fans packed the Studio City Event Center.