For the first time, humanoids will also run in an event that will assess the droids' capabilities in real-world and complex situations. China has been working hard on developing its robotics sector to overtake the United States in the technological race and address demographic challenges.
After the impeachment of the Korean president, the People Power Party is preparing to choose its new candidate for the elections on 3 June. The mayor of the capital, Oh Se-hoon, could be the favourite in the primaries, which will be held on 3 May. Oh is banking on his administrative experience and a conservative agenda. Meanwhile, the opposition has formalised the candidacy of Lee Jae-myung, currently leading in the polls.
The strategic infrastructure in the south-west had a makeover thanks to Chinese support. For Prime Minister Hun Manet, the country will not allow foreign military bases on its territory, but is open to Chinese aid. Chinese President Xi Jinping is expected to visit the country to promote China as the only reliable partner for the region, taking advantage of US disengagement and Trump's tariffs.
The metropolis will host the universal exposition from 13th April to 13th October, with the theme ‘Designing tomorrow's society for our lives’. Osaka had already hosted the event in 1970, the first in Asia, and today it retains the same ambitious impetus. Today the symbol of the exhibition is the Grand Ring, the venue for the event, which stands on the artificial island of Yumeshima.
The manager of a Japanese 7-Eleven convenience store in Oita Prefecture killed himself after working non-stop to ensure the store was stocked all the time. The family accuses the company's headquarters of failing to supervise working conditions, while the company declines any responsibility.
As the tariffs imposed by US President Trump heat up the trade war, the three countries are looking for new ways of working together. The summit got underway today until tomorrow in Seoul. The South Koreans and Japanese are concerned about tariffs on cars. Meanwhile, Beijing announces countermeasures if Washington continues the trade war.
