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Manga: Japanese artist Tetsuya Chiba, creator of the landmark boxing series Ashita no Joe, has died at 87. The postwar story became a cultural phenomenon and inspired generations of manga artists. Culture and Diplomacy: India has invited Pakistan’s culture minister to an inaugural SCO Civilisational Dialogue Forum in New Delhi next month, focused on art, literature and shared traditions; Islamabad has yet to decide whether to attend. Art: Baku’s Art Weekend opens October 30 with exhibitions exploring heritage, identity, nature and the future. Screen Culture: Chinese dramas are drawing South Korean fans to filming locations, while China’s booming micro-drama industry is spurring Southeast Asian producers to develop local content. Celebrity Backlash: Kylian Mbappé apologized after a clip about a meme depicting him as Mao Zedong drew backlash in China; three Chinese brands ended sponsorship deals, and reports said football broadcasts were suspended.

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Oct. 27, 2026

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India invites Pakistani minister to SCO forum, first such move since Operation Sindoor

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China’s Dongshan Precision shares fall 2.1% in Hong Kong debut

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ASEAN Special Envoy arrives in Myanmar; Aung San Suu Kyi requests clothes from her home

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China’s Taoist-Themed Cafe Serves Lattes With Burning Talismans, Blessings for Wealth, Health and Protection

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India Invites SCO Nations Including Pakistan to Civilisational Forum

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India Supreme Court Weighs Privacy Law That Lets Corrupt Officials Veto Journalism

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Culture and sports to merge into new bureau next month

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India Invites Pakistan To SCO Forum 18 Months After Operation Sindoor

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