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What's the future of baseball in Japan as the best players leave for MLB?

Shohei Ohtani is widely regarded as the best player in Major League Baseball

What's the future of baseball in Japan as the best players leave for MLB?
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

China unveils plan to boost consumption as Trump tariffs bite

China unveils plan to boost consumption as Trump tariffs bite

China unveils plan to boost consumption as Trump tariffs bite
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Technology

BYD considers Germany for third plant in Europe

Chinese electric vehicle giant BYD is considering Germany for a possible third assembly plant in Europe, a source familiar with the matter told Reuters, after

BYD considers Germany for third plant in Europe
Asia|Business|Economy

India's February merchandise trade deficit narrows to its lowest in over 3 years

India's merchandise trade deficit in February narrowed sharply to $14.05 billion, the lowest level in more than three years, as imports fell amid

India's February merchandise trade deficit narrows to its lowest in over 3 years
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance

Japan's Nomura ties up with regional bank Hyakujushi to boost wealth business

Nomura Holdings, Japan's largest securities firm, said on Monday it has partnered with regional lender Hyakujushi Bank to boost its wealth management services.

Japan's Nomura ties up with regional bank Hyakujushi to boost wealth business
Asia|Business|Technology

BMW to integrate Huawei smart-connect system into its China-made cars in 2026

BMW Group will integrate Huawei HiCar, the Chinese tech conglomerate's car mobile app connecting devices with vehicles, into its locally produced new models in 2026, the German

BMW to integrate Huawei smart-connect system into its China-made cars in 2026
Asia|Business|Economy

India's wholesale inflation rises slightly in February

India's wholesale inflation in February rose to 2.38% year-on-year, slightly above 2.31% in January as a slowing food price increase was offset by a

India's wholesale inflation rises slightly in February
Asia|Celebrity|Crime|Entertainment|Fashion and Beauty

Brands ditch South Korean actor Kim Soo-hyun over dating scandal

Brands including Prada have cut ties with South Korean actor Kim Soo-hyun amid controversy over his relationship with actress Kim Sae-ron who was found dead in February

Brands ditch South Korean actor Kim Soo-hyun over dating scandal
Americas|Asia|Political|World

India's Modi says Trump has 'clear roadmap' in second term

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi said U.S.

India's Modi says Trump has 'clear roadmap' in second term
Asia|Business|Economy|Health|Political

Novartis is watching US reciprocal tariff policy 'very carefully', CEO says

Swiss pharmaceutical giant Novartis will watch "very carefully" how the reciprocal tariff policy proposed by the United States unfolds in early April, Chief Executive Vas Narasimhan

Novartis is watching US reciprocal tariff policy 'very carefully', CEO says
Asia|Business|Finance|Stock Markets

Berkshire raises stakes in five Japanese trading houses to near 10%

Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway raised its holdings in five Japanese trading houses, regulatory filings showed on Monday, in the U.S. conglomerate's latest

Berkshire raises stakes in five Japanese trading houses to near 10%
Asia|Business|Economy

Indonesia's Feb palm oil exports hit 4-month high on tax cut

Indonesia's crude and refined palm oil exports surged 62.2% in February from a month ago to reach a four-month high, the

Indonesia's Feb palm oil exports hit 4-month high on tax cut
Asia|Sports|World

Sho-time in Tokyo: Ohtani, Dodgers prepare to open MLB season vs. Cubs on Tuesday

The Major League Baseball season kicks off Tuesday night at the Tokyo Dome when Shohei Ohtani and the defending World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers face the Chicago Cubs

Sho-time in Tokyo: Ohtani, Dodgers prepare to open MLB season vs. Cubs on Tuesday
Asia|Business|Economy

Japan's Sapporo needs to be more transparent on real estate sales, board candidate says

Beer manufacturer Sapporo Holdings Ltd needs to be more transparent about its plans to divest some of its substantial real estate holdings, said a board candidate backed by the

Japan's Sapporo needs to be more transparent on real estate sales, board candidate says
Asia|Business|Economy|World

China's customs denies reports it plans to slow inspections of imported coal

China's customs authorities have denied reports that they plan to go slow on inspections of imported coal, potentially leading to fewer imports.

China's customs denies reports it plans to slow inspections of imported coal
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|US

Europe, China shine as US exceptionalism fades

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Rae Wee Market movement on Monday continued the narrative of investors falling out of love with U.S. stocks and flocking to European and

Europe, China shine as US exceptionalism fades
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

China retail sales pick up as Beijing turns to consumers to ease US trade pressure

China's retail sales growth quickened in January-February in a welcome sign for policymakers' efforts to boost domestic consumption even as joblessness

China retail sales pick up as Beijing turns to consumers to ease US trade pressure
Asia|Business|Economy

Taiwan likely to hold rates steady on inflation, US tariff concerns: Reuters poll

Taiwan's central bank is likely to maintain its policy interest rate this week and keep it steady through the first quarter of next year, due to concerns over inflation and fresh

Taiwan likely to hold rates steady on inflation, US tariff concerns: Reuters poll
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance

Bank Indonesia to hold rates steady on March 19, cut in Q2: Reuters poll

Bank Indonesia will hold interest rates steady on Wednesday to protect the rupiah from further depreciation amid growing global trade tensions, but is expected

Bank Indonesia to hold rates steady on March 19, cut in Q2: Reuters poll
Asia|Political

South Korea's opposition says delay of Yoon impeachment ruling is irresponsible

South Korea's opposition Democratic Party on Monday urged the country's Constitutional Court to swiftly rule on President Yoon Suk Yeol's impeachment, saying keeping the country

South Korea's opposition says delay of Yoon impeachment ruling is irresponsible
Asia|Political|Technology|World

South Korea keen to avoid impact on US cooperation after 'sensitive' country designation

South Korea's acting president urged ministries on Monday to work with the U.S. to avoid any negative impact on science, technology and energy

South Korea keen to avoid impact on US cooperation after 'sensitive' country designation
Asia|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Travel

After a long night of partying, things get WEIRD for the Ratliff brothers in ‘White Lotus’ episode 5

After a long night of partying, things get WEIRD for the Ratliff brothers in ‘White Lotus’ episode 5

After a long night of partying, things get WEIRD for the Ratliff brothers in ‘White Lotus’ episode 5
Asia|Business|Economy

China property investment falls 9.8% in Jan-Feb y/y

Property investment in China fell 9.8% in the first two months of 2025 from the same period a year earlier, after tumbling 10.6% in 2024, official data showed on Monday.

China property investment falls 9.8% in Jan-Feb y/y
Asia|Business|Economy|Environment

Asia's green jet fuel ambitions exceed demand, heralding exports

Asia's ability to supply sustainable aviation fuel will outpace regional demand this year and next as more production comes online, increasing exports and

Asia's green jet fuel ambitions exceed demand, heralding exports
Asia|Business|Economy

China's property slump persists as stimulus struggles to stabilise sector

China's property slump persisted in February, with official figures on Monday showing declines in prices, investment and sales, as government measures

China's property slump persists as stimulus struggles to stabilise sector
Asia|Business|Technology

Volkswagen, FAW venture to launch 11 new models tailored for China from 2026

The joint venture of Volkswagen and FAW Group said on Monday it will launch 11 new Volkswagen and Jetta branded models tailored for the China market from 2026.

Volkswagen, FAW venture to launch 11 new models tailored for China from 2026
Asia|Health|Sports

Dodgers star Mookie Betts won't play in 2 regular season games vs. Cubs in Tokyo because of illness

Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Mookie Betts will not play in the two-game Tokyo Series against the Chicago Cubs because of an illness that’s lingered for the past week

Dodgers star Mookie Betts won't play in 2 regular season games vs. Cubs in Tokyo because of illness
Asia|Crime|Environment|World

Crocodile attacks in Indonesia are on the rise. It's left residents on edge

In the Central Mamuju district of Indonesia’s West Sulawesi, where the Budong-Budong River meets the sea, people have long feared crocodiles

Crocodile attacks in Indonesia are on the rise. It's left residents on edge
Asia|Economy|Political|World

Japan PM Ishiba's cabinet approval hits record low, Asahi reports

Public support for Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba's government dropped to a record low after he handed out gift vouchers to some ruling party lawmakers, a poll conducted by

Japan PM Ishiba's cabinet approval hits record low, Asahi reports
Asia|Business|Economy|Food|World

‘Made in Russia’ goods are the new craze in China

‘Made in Russia’ goods are the new craze in China

‘Made in Russia’ goods are the new craze in China
Asia|Business|Crime|Lifestyle|World

Dolls, vodka and chocolate: See why Russian shops are opening up across China

Shops selling Russian goods are springing up in cities across China, selling everything from Russian dolls to vodka and chocolate. But with counterfeit products accounting for much of what’s on offer, Chinese market regulators have launched investigations. CNN’s Marc Stewart goes shopping in Beijing to find out what's really going on.

Dolls, vodka and chocolate: See why Russian shops are opening up across China
Asia|Europe|Sports

Mirra Andreeva beats Aryna Sabalenka at Indian Wells. Jack Draper wins the men's title

Russian teenager Mirra Andreeva has come back to beat No. 1-ranked Aryna Sabalenka 2-6, 6-4, 6-3 in the BNP Paribas Open

Mirra Andreeva beats Aryna Sabalenka at Indian Wells. Jack Draper wins the men's title
Asia|Sports

From Nomo to Ichiro to Ohtani: Japan's baseball rise in MLB hits high point in Dodgers-Cubs series

Nearly 25 years after Ichiro Suzuki embarked on a Hall of Fame career for the Seattle Mariners, the impact of Japanese players in Major League Baseball is at a high point

From Nomo to Ichiro to Ohtani: Japan's baseball rise in MLB hits high point in Dodgers-Cubs series
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Suicide car bomber hits buses carrying security forces, killing 7 in southwestern Pakistan

At least five officers and two civilians have been killed and 10 wounded when a suicide car bomber targeted a convoy of buses carrying security forces in Pakistan's restive Balochistan province

Suicide car bomber hits buses carrying security forces, killing 7 in southwestern Pakistan
Asia|Business|Economy|Political

China looks to boost consumption amid consumer squeeze

China's State Council unveiled on Sunday what it called a "special action plan" to boost domestic consumption, featuring measures including increasing residents' income and

China looks to boost consumption amid consumer squeeze
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|US

U.S. calls for better access to Korean market, South Korean trade minister says

The United States has called for better access to the Korean market, particularly in the agriculture and technology sectors, South Korea's trade minister said on

U.S. calls for better access to Korean market, South Korean trade minister says
Asia|Health|Sports|World

Dodgers' Mookie Betts still struggling with illness, status for opening day in doubt

Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Mookie Betts is still struggling to recover from an illness, with manager Dave Roberts pessimistic that the eight-time All-Star will be ready for opening day against the Chicago Cubs on Tuesday in Japan

Dodgers' Mookie Betts still struggling with illness, status for opening day in doubt
Asia|Business|Environment|Food

Indonesia's cocoa farmers work with businesses to fight the bitter impact of climate change

Thousands of cocoa farmers across Indonesia are working with businesses and other organizations to protect their crops against the bitter impacts of climate change

Indonesia's cocoa farmers work with businesses to fight the bitter impact of climate change
Asia|Sports

The best team in the National League? For two days in Japan, it's looked like the Hanshin Tigers

For two days in Japan, it’s the Hanshin Tigers who have looked like the class of the National League

The best team in the National League? For two days in Japan, it's looked like the Hanshin Tigers
Asia|Europe|Political|World

China's Xi declines EU invitation to anniversary summit, FT reports

Chinese President Xi Jinping has declined an invitation to visit Brussels for a summit to mark the 50th

China's Xi declines EU invitation to anniversary summit, FT reports
Arts|Asia|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Technology

Kashmir's Sufi music lovers are sticking with the audio cassette

Shaksaaz, a tailor in the Kashmiri city of Srinagar, inherited his passion for local Sufi music from his grandfather along with a meticulously preserved collection of cassette tapes from the 1970s, which he often listens to as he works

Kashmir's Sufi music lovers are sticking with the audio cassette
Asia|Business|Science|Technology

China's Baidu launches two new AI models as industry competition heats up

China's Baidu said on Sunday it has launched two new artificial intelligence models, including a new reasoning-focused model that it said rivalled DeepSeek's model, as it vies to

China's Baidu launches two new AI models as industry competition heats up
Americas|Asia|Sports

Smoking areas in clubhouse, no pitch clock: MLB players get a little taste of baseball in Japan

The Chicago Cubs and Los Angeles Dodgers can party like it’s 2022 on a baseball field for a few days in Japan, and even like it’s 1982 off of it

Smoking areas in clubhouse, no pitch clock: MLB players get a little taste of baseball in Japan
Americas|Asia|Business|Europe|Technology

China's Ecarx explores US entry, in talks with VW to develop smart cars for Europe, CEO says

Volkswagen is in talks with digital cockpit system developer Ecarx to put the Chinese company's technologies in cars it sells in developed markets, such as Europe, Ecarx's CEO said

China's Ecarx explores US entry, in talks with VW to develop smart cars for Europe, CEO says
Asia|Sports

Rising to the occasion, Shohei Ohtani hits 2-run HR in return to Japan against Yomiuri Giants

Japanese star Shohei Ohtani showed off some prodigious power in his return to the Tokyo Dome on Saturday night

Rising to the occasion, Shohei Ohtani hits 2-run HR in return to Japan against Yomiuri Giants
Asia|Political|World

Massive rallies across South Korea ahead of key ruling on impeachment of Yoon

South Koreans gathered in huge numbers in the capital Seoul on Saturday to support or oppose impeached president Yoon Suk Yeol before a court decides

Massive rallies across South Korea ahead of key ruling on impeachment of Yoon
Asia|Business|Crime|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

China to crack down on stock market fake news as AI spurs misinformation, says state media 

SHANGHAI ((Reuters)) - China's securities watchdog will step up monitoring fake information in the stock market and work with the police and cyberspace regulators to crack down on those who

China to crack down on stock market fake news as AI spurs misinformation, says state media 
Asia|Sports

One year after interpreter's scandal, Shohei Ohtani enters the Tokyo Series with newfound maturity

The Tokyo Series and its celebration of Shohei Ohtani begins this week in a festive atmosphere

One year after interpreter's scandal, Shohei Ohtani enters the Tokyo Series with newfound maturity
Asia|Health|Sports

Dodgers' Betts dealing with illness in Japan, Roberts hopeful he'll be ready for opening day

Shortstop Mookie Betts will miss the Los Angeles Dodgers’ two exhibition games in Japan because of an illness

Dodgers' Betts dealing with illness in Japan, Roberts hopeful he'll be ready for opening day
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance

China should choose 'right timing and strength' for monetary easing, state media says

SHANGHAI ((Reuters)) - China should choose the right timing and force in easing monetary policy, state media said on Saturday in the latest signal that further easing to boost the world's second-

China should choose 'right timing and strength' for monetary easing, state media says
Asia|Political|World

'Filled with arrogance': China lashes out at G7 over statements on maritime security

China has lashed out at accusations it is endangering maritime safety made by top diplomats from the Group of 7 industrialized democracies

'Filled with arrogance': China lashes out at G7 over statements on maritime security
Asia|Political|US|World

US designated South Korea a 'sensitive' country amid nuclear concerns

The U.S.

US designated South Korea a 'sensitive' country amid nuclear concerns
Asia|Political|World

Russia deputy foreign minister visits North Korea, KCNA says

Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Andrei Rudenko is visiting North Korea, North Korean state media KCNA said on Saturday.

Russia deputy foreign minister visits North Korea, KCNA says
Asia|Political|US|World

US imposes sanctions on Thai officials after Uyghur men are deported to China

The U.S. State Department has announced sanctions on an unknown number of current and former Thai officials for their role in deporting at least 40 Uyghur men to China despite worries that they could be jailed or even face death there

US imposes sanctions on Thai officials after Uyghur men are deported to China
Asia|Political|US|World

US hits Thai officials with visa sanctions over deportation of Uyghurs to China

U.S.

US hits Thai officials with visa sanctions over deportation of Uyghurs to China
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

South Korea asks US for tariff exemption, trade ministry says

South Korea's trade minister has asked his U.S. counterpart to exempt the country from reciprocal tariffs if they go into effect in April, the trade ministry said on Saturday.

South Korea asks US for tariff exemption, trade ministry says
Asia|MidEast|Political|US|World

US official sought to end aid for Rohingya refugees, email says

The Trump administration official overseeing the dismantling of the main U.S. foreign aid agency proposed phasing out help for crisis-torn Lebanon and the

US official sought to end aid for Rohingya refugees, email says
Asia|Education|Political|US

Republican legislation seeks to ban Chinese nationals from studying in the US

A group of House Republicans has put forward legislation seeking to prevent Chinese students from studying in American schools, citing national security concerns

Republican legislation seeks to ban Chinese nationals from studying in the US
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Stocks rebound after S&P 500 correction, safe-haven gold touches record

U.S. equities followed European stocks higher on Friday to end a bumpy week on a positive note, although safe-haven gold hit a record high

Stocks rebound after S&P 500 correction, safe-haven gold touches record
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets

Wall Street rallies to its best day in months, but that’s not enough to salvage its losing week

U.S. stocks rallied to their best day since November's election, but that wasn't enough to keep Wall Street from a fourth straight losing week

Wall Street rallies to its best day in months, but that’s not enough to salvage its losing week
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Death toll in Pakistan's train hijacking rises to 31, army says

The death toll from a militant hijacking of a train in Pakistan's southwestern mountains has risen to 31 soldiers, staff and civilians, the military said on

Death toll in Pakistan's train hijacking rises to 31, army says
Asia|Crime|Europe|Political|World

Philippine ex-President Duterte appears by video link at International Criminal Court hearing

Jailed former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte has appeared by videoconference before judges at the International Criminal Court

Philippine ex-President Duterte appears by video link at International Criminal Court hearing
Americas|Asia|Political|World

Tough G7 statement drops 'one China' reference from Taiwan language

G7 foreign ministers took a tough stance on China on Friday, stepping up language on Taiwan and omitting some conciliatory references from past

Tough G7 statement drops 'one China' reference from Taiwan language
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Euro gains after German fiscal deal; dollar buoyed with US government shutdown likely averted

The euro rose on Friday after German parties agreed on a fiscal deal that could boost defence spending and revive growth in Europe's largest

Euro gains after German fiscal deal; dollar buoyed with US government shutdown likely averted
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|US

US, Vietnam firms sign deals on energy and minerals, state media reports 

Vietnamese and Americans firms have signed a series of deals on energy and minerals during a visit to the United States by Vietnam's trade minister, state media and one of the firms

US, Vietnam firms sign deals on energy and minerals, state media reports 
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance

Property developer Country Garden's unit forecasts higher annual earnings

Country Garden Services, the property services arm of China's Country Garden, on Friday forecast a higher full-year profit on the back of lower impairment charges.

Property developer Country Garden's unit forecasts higher annual earnings
Asia|Food|Political|World

UN chief vows to 'speak loud' to avert ration cuts for Rohingya in Bangladesh

The United Nations will do all it can to help prevent food rations being cut for Rohingya refugees in camps in Bangladesh, U.N.

UN chief vows to 'speak loud' to avert ration cuts for Rohingya in Bangladesh
Asia|Crime|Europe|Political|World

Lawyer says Philippines' Duterte was 'abducted', too ill to testify at ICC

By Stephanie van den Berg and Anthony Deutsch THE HAGUE -Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte was "abducted" before being taken to The Hague to face murder allegations and is too ill to give

Lawyer says Philippines' Duterte was 'abducted', too ill to testify at ICC
Asia|Crime|Europe|Political|World

Former Philippines leader Duterte appears in Hague courtroom via video link on ‘war on drugs’ charges

Former Philippines leader Duterte appears in Hague courtroom via video link on ‘war on drugs’ charges

Former Philippines leader Duterte appears in Hague courtroom via video link on ‘war on drugs’ charges
Arts|Asia|Food|Lifestyle|World

Millions of people celebrate Holi, the Hindu festival of colors

Millions of people in South Asia are celebrating Holi, the Hindu festival of colors, by smearing each other with brightly colored powder, dancing to festive music and feasting on traditional sweets prepared for the occasion

Millions of people celebrate Holi, the Hindu festival of colors
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance

Bank of America cuts 16 investment bankers in Hong Kong in global trim, sources say

Bank of America has cut 16 bankers from its investment banking department in Hong Kong as part of global cuts to its dealmaking workforce, three sources

Bank of America cuts 16 investment bankers in Hong Kong in global trim, sources say
Asia|Sports

Not just Ohtani: Tokyo Series will showcase the depth of Japanese talent in Major League Baseball

The spotlight will be on slugger Shohei Ohtani this week when the superstar returns to Japan and leads the defending World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers against the Chicago Cubs in the first two games of the Major League Baseball season at the Tokyo Dome

Not just Ohtani: Tokyo Series will showcase the depth of Japanese talent in Major League Baseball
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology

China's CATL sees slowest profit growth in six years

CATL reported 15% growth in 2024 net profit, the slowest pace in six years, as a prolonged price war in China's electric vehicle market put pressure on the Chinese EV battery giant.

China's CATL sees slowest profit growth in six years
Asia|Food|Political|World

UN World Food Program to cut food aid for over 1 million people in Myanmar

The United Nations food agency says that more than 1 million people in the war-torn nation of Myanmar will be cut off from food assistance due to critical funding shortfalls

UN World Food Program to cut food aid for over 1 million people in Myanmar
Asia|Business|Lifestyle|Travel|World

Bhutan’s beautiful new airport aims to transform the country forever

Bhutan’s beautiful new airport aims to transform the country forever

Bhutan’s beautiful new airport aims to transform the country forever
Asia|Business|Economy|Food|US

China access for hundreds of US meat exporters in doubt as Trump 1.0 deal nears end

Hundreds of U.S. meat plants granted access to China in a 2020 "Phase 1" trade deal with President Donald Trump are set to lose

China access for hundreds of US meat exporters in doubt as Trump 1.0 deal nears end
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology

Electronics giant Foxconn forecasts strong Q1 revenue after profit miss

Taiwan's Foxconn,the world's largest contract electronics maker, said on Friday that solid demand from its tech clients would drive strong revenue

Electronics giant Foxconn forecasts strong Q1 revenue after profit miss
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology

Electronics giant Foxconn forecasts strong Q1 revenue after profit miss

Taiwan's Foxconn,the world's largest contract electronics maker, said on Friday that solid demand from its tech clients would drive strong revenue

Electronics giant Foxconn forecasts strong Q1 revenue after profit miss
Asia|Sports|Travel|World

Shohei Ohtani and four other Japanese players come home to start the MLB season

It's the World Series-champion Los Angeles Dodgers against the Chicago Cubs on Tuesday and Wednesday at the Tokyo Dome to start the Major League Baseball season

Shohei Ohtani and four other Japanese players come home to start the MLB season
Asia|Business|Finance|Political|World

China blasts ‘spineless’ plan to sell Panama Canal ports to BlackRock

China blasts ‘spineless’ plan to sell Panama Canal ports to BlackRock

China blasts ‘spineless’ plan to sell Panama Canal ports to BlackRock
Asia|Business|Economy|US

Boeing, Apple, GE to join US business mission to Vietnam next week, list shows

Top U.S. tech, defence and energy companies including Boeing and Apple will join a large business mission to Vietnam next week, a list of participants seen by

Boeing, Apple, GE to join US business mission to Vietnam next week, list shows
Asia|Business|Economy

Thai household debt stablising, measures planned to ease credit, minister says

Thailand's household debt and non-performing loans have stabilised after economic growth gained pace towards the end of last year, its finance minister said on Friday, pledging

Thai household debt stablising, measures planned to ease credit, minister says
Asia|Business|Economy

Japan firms agree to biggest pay hike in 34 years, but will it boost consumer spending?

Japanese firms agreed to raise wages by more than 5% on average this year, on course for their most substantial pay hike in over three decades - a

Japan firms agree to biggest pay hike in 34 years, but will it boost consumer spending?
Asia|MidEast|Political|US|World

China, Russia back Iran as Trump presses Tehran for nuclear talks

China and Russia stood by Iran on Friday after the United States demanded nuclear talks with Tehran, with senior Chinese and Russian

China, Russia back Iran as Trump presses Tehran for nuclear talks
Asia|Business|Economy

China Feb bank lending slows more than expected as US tariffs add to uncertainty

New bank lending in China tumbled more than expected in February from a record high the previous month, even as policymakers seek to shield the economy from

China Feb bank lending slows more than expected as US tariffs add to uncertainty
Asia|Food|Political|World

World Food Programme to cut aid for one million people in Myanmar

More than a million people in Myanmar will be cut off from life-saving food assistance provided by the World Food Programme (WFP) from next month because of critical

World Food Programme to cut aid for one million people in Myanmar
Asia|Economy|MidEast|Political|US|World

China, Russia and Iran call for end to US sanctions on Iran and the restart of nuclear talks

Representatives of China, Russia and Iran have called for an end to U.S. sanctions on Iran over its rapidly advancing nuclear program and a restart to multinational talks on the issue

China, Russia and Iran call for end to US sanctions on Iran and the restart of nuclear talks
Asia|MidEast|Political|World

China hits out at ‘threats of force’ on Iran as Trump pushes for new nuclear deal

China hits out at ‘threats of force’ on Iran as Trump pushes for new nuclear deal

China hits out at ‘threats of force’ on Iran as Trump pushes for new nuclear deal
Asia|Business|Political|US|World

U.S. to install senior diplomat as chargé to oversee China embassy: State Dept

The U.S.

U.S. to install senior diplomat as chargé to oversee China embassy: State Dept
Asia|Economy|Political

Japan PM apologises for giving out gifts, clouding budget prospects

Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba apologised on Friday for giving gift certificates to some ruling party lawmakers, a move that could hurt his administration's

Japan PM apologises for giving out gifts, clouding budget prospects
Asia|Business|Economy|Food|World

China set for rapeseed meal shortage after 100% duty on top supplier Canada

China is likely to face a supply shortage of rapeseed meal by the third quarter of this year as Beijing's tariffs on shipments from top exporter Canada

China set for rapeseed meal shortage after 100% duty on top supplier Canada
Asia|Business|Finance|Stock Markets

Hong Kong's AIA misses VONB estimates, unveils $1.6 billion buyback

Hong-Kong based insurer AIA on Friday posted an 18% rise in annual value of new business (VONB) but missed estimates, while announcing a $1.6

Hong Kong's AIA misses VONB estimates, unveils $1.6 billion buyback
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|Stock Markets

Donald Trump makes Chinese stocks (somewhat) great again

As U.S.

Donald Trump makes Chinese stocks (somewhat) great again
Asia|Business|Economy

Indonesia's trade surplus likely narrowed to $2.45 billion in February: Reuters poll

Indonesia's trade surplus in February likely narrowed to $2.45 billion, despite a larger increase in exports and a small import growth, a Reuters poll showed on Friday, indicating

Indonesia's trade surplus likely narrowed to $2.45 billion in February: Reuters poll
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|Stock Markets

Hong Kong's CK Hutchison under fire after China criticism of ports sale to US

China's Hong Kong and Macau Affairs Office (HKMAO) reposted a commentary criticising CK Hutchison's port deal with U.S. firm BlackRock as a betrayal

Hong Kong's CK Hutchison under fire after China criticism of ports sale to US
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance

Singapore's DBS raises $2 billion through US dollar bonds, term sheet shows

DBS Group, Southeast Asia's biggest bank, has raised $2 billion through a multi-tranche U.S. dollar senior bond issuance for general business purposes and to finance treasury activities,

Singapore's DBS raises $2 billion through US dollar bonds, term sheet shows
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets

Asia hedge funds outperform US peers as markets sell off

Asia hedge funds weathered the March selloff in markets better than their U.S. counterparts, helped by the relative outperformance of Chinese stocks as global

Asia hedge funds outperform US peers as markets sell off
Asia|Business|Technology

Indonesia issues telco permits for five Apple iPhone 16 models

Indonesia has issued telecommunications permits for five different models of Apple's iPhone 16, the communications ministry said on Friday, a step towards allowing sales after a

Indonesia issues telco permits for five Apple iPhone 16 models
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology

Tesla plans Model Y costing at least 20% less to produce to defend China share, sources say

Tesla will make a lower-cost version of its best-selling Model Y in Shanghai, three people with knowledge of the matter said, aiming to regain ground lost during a price war in its

Tesla plans Model Y costing at least 20% less to produce to defend China share, sources say

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