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US sanctions on China refiners over Iran oil disrupt operations, sources say

Recent U.S. sanctions on two small Chinese refiners for buying Iranian oil have created difficulties receiving crude and led them to sell

US sanctions on China refiners over Iran oil disrupt operations, sources say
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Saudi Arabia sits on fence over BRICS with eye on vital ties with US

Saudi Arabia has held off formally joining the BRICS bloc of nations despite attending a meeting in Brazil last week, two sources

Saudi Arabia sits on fence over BRICS with eye on vital ties with US
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Taiwan president marks World War Two anniversary, warning indulging aggressors only whets appetite for expansion

Taiwan and Europe face the same threat from authoritarianism, President Lai Ching-te said on Thursday, marking 80 years since the end of World War Two in Europe and

Taiwan president marks World War Two anniversary, warning indulging aggressors only whets appetite for expansion
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India-Pakistan ties over the years

India and Pakistan agreed to a ceasefire on Saturday after a fourth day of strikes and counter-strikes against each other's military installations.

India-Pakistan ties over the years
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Iran's foreign minister repeats call for restraint in India-Pakistan standoff

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi called for restraint between India and Pakistan upon landing in New Delhi on Thursday, state media reported, a day after India targeted what it

Iran's foreign minister repeats call for restraint in India-Pakistan standoff
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South Korea says North Korea has fired several missiles toward its eastern waters

North Korea has fired various types of short-range ballistic missiles into its eastern sea, according to South Korea's military, which was analyzing whether the tests were linked to the North’s weapons exports to Russia amid the prolonged aggression in Ukraine

South Korea says North Korea has fired several missiles toward its eastern waters
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DBS cautious about 2025 after Q1 profit beats expectations

Singapore lender DBS Group flagged risk from heightened uncertainty and softer non-interest income growth for 2025 after posting on Thursday a 2% drop in first-

DBS cautious about 2025 after Q1 profit beats expectations
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Xi Jinping arrives in Moscow as Putin’s ‘guest of honor’ ahead of Victory Day military parade

Xi Jinping arrives in Moscow as Putin’s ‘guest of honor’ ahead of Victory Day military parade

Xi Jinping arrives in Moscow as Putin’s ‘guest of honor’ ahead of Victory Day military parade
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US to seek UN sanctions on ships taking North Korean coal to China

The United States said

US to seek UN sanctions on ships taking North Korean coal to China
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South Korea FX reserves drop to lowest in 5 years on market stabilising efforts

South Korea's foreign exchange reserves dropped to the lowest level in five years in April, caused by market stabilising measures to ease the impact of global trade volatility.

South Korea FX reserves drop to lowest in 5 years on market stabilising efforts
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India fires missiles on Pakistan. Islamabad calls it an 'act of war'

Pakistan says it will avenge those killed by India’s missile strikes that New Delhi called retaliation for last month’s massacre of Indian tourists

India fires missiles on Pakistan. Islamabad calls it an 'act of war'
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Putin and Xi to mark WW2 victory amid war in Ukraine

Russia marks on Friday the 80th anniversary of the Soviet and allied victory over Nazi Germany, though there are fears that Ukraine may

Putin and Xi to mark WW2 victory amid war in Ukraine
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Airlines re-route, cancel flights due to India-Pakistan fighting

Airlines including United Airlines and Korean Air re-routed or cancelled flights and about a dozen Indian airports

Airlines re-route, cancel flights due to India-Pakistan fighting
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Grab looks to strike a deal to acquire Indonesia's GoTo in Q2, sources say

U.S.-listed ride-hailing and food delivery company Grab is looking to strike a deal to take over smaller Indonesian rival

Grab looks to strike a deal to acquire Indonesia's GoTo in Q2, sources say
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EU spokesperson says China is key enabler of Russia's war in Ukraine

A European Commission spokesperson said on Wednesday that China continues to be the key enabler of Russia's war in Ukraine and that without China's support, Russia would not be

EU spokesperson says China is key enabler of Russia's war in Ukraine
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Fitch says "challenging" for Indonesia to grow 5% this year

It will be a challenge for Indonesia's economy to grow 5% this year due to the global trade war and softening consumer spending, but a moderation won't put the country's ratings at

Fitch says "challenging" for Indonesia to grow 5% this year
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Residents of Pakistani Kashmir say they fled into hills during Indian strikes

Residents of Muzaffarabad, the capital of Pakistan-administered Kashmir, said they fled their homes and ran into surrounding hills as India launched

Residents of Pakistani Kashmir say they fled into hills during Indian strikes
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South Korea's Lee spared pre-election ruling, conservatives struggle to unite

South Korea's conservatives struggled on Wednesday to form a unity ticket to take on Democratic Party frontrunner Lee Jae-myung in a snap vote set for June 3, as courts

South Korea's Lee spared pre-election ruling, conservatives struggle to unite
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Who are Pakistan-based LeT and JeM groups targeted by Indian strikes?

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Who are Pakistan-based LeT and JeM groups targeted by Indian strikes?
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What were the targets India says it destroyed in Pakistan?

India struck nine "terrorist camps" in Pakistan on Wednesday that it accused of serving as indoctrination centres, training areas, and launchpads, two weeks after an attack in

What were the targets India says it destroyed in Pakistan?
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India strikes deep inside Pakistan, Pakistan claims 5 Indian jets shot down, in major escalation

India strikes deep inside Pakistan, Pakistan claims 5 Indian jets shot down, in major escalation

India strikes deep inside Pakistan, Pakistan claims 5 Indian jets shot down, in major escalation
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Vietnam's shipments from China, to US reach record high amid trade fraud crackdown

Vietnam's imports from China and exports to the United States both reached a post-pandemic record in April, amid talks with Washington to reduce

Vietnam's shipments from China, to US reach record high amid trade fraud crackdown
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Ukrainian drone attack disrupts Moscow airports as Xi visits

Ukraine attacked Moscow with drones for a third day on Wednesday forcing most of the Russian capital's airports to close just as Chinese President Xi Jinping was due to arrive to

Ukrainian drone attack disrupts Moscow airports as Xi visits
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Three fighter jets crashed in India's Jammu and Kashmir, local govt sources say

Three fighter jets crashed in India's Jammu and Kashmir territory on Wednesday, four local government sources told Reuters, hours after India said it struck nine Pakistani "

Three fighter jets crashed in India's Jammu and Kashmir, local govt sources say
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India launches attack on 9 sites in Pakistan and Pakistani Kashmir

The Indian armed forces launched "Operation Sindoor," hitting nine sites in Pakistan and "Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir", the Indian government said in a statement on Wednesday.

India launches attack on 9 sites in Pakistan and Pakistani Kashmir
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Can't go forward, can't go back: Afghan refugees stuck in Qatar wait for a way forward

When President Donald Trump returned to the White House, among the numerous immigration-related executive orders he signed was one suspending the country’s refugee program

Can't go forward, can't go back: Afghan refugees stuck in Qatar wait for a way forward
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India, Pakistan's tit-for tat measures after attack on tourists in Kashmir

India launched attacks on suspected militant camps in Pakistan on Wednesday in response to the killing of 26 people, mostly tourists in Indian Kashmir last month.

India, Pakistan's tit-for tat measures after attack on tourists in Kashmir
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North Korea's Kim Jong Un inspects munitions plants, lauds increased shell production

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un inspected munitions factories that make shells and machinery, state media KCNA said on Wednesday. 

North Korea's Kim Jong Un inspects munitions plants, lauds increased shell production
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Order by Hegseth to cancel Ukraine weapons caught White House off guard

Roughly a week after Donald Trump started his second term as president, the U.S. military issued an order to

Order by Hegseth to cancel Ukraine weapons caught White House off guard
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Dollar falls, euro gains after Merz elected German chancellor

The dollar fell broadly on Tuesday on worries that U.S.

Dollar falls, euro gains after Merz elected German chancellor
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Who will be the next pope? Here are some possible candidates

Who will be the next pope? Here are some possible candidates

Who will be the next pope? Here are some possible candidates
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Cardinals wrap up pre-conclave meetings still uncertain about who should follow Pope Francis

Cardinals have wrapped up their pre-conclave meetings before they enter the conclave to elect a new pope

Cardinals wrap up pre-conclave meetings still uncertain about who should follow Pope Francis
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One Tech Tip: Skype shut down for good, but users still have these alternatives

Skype users are scrambling to find an alternative after Microsoft shut down the pioneering internet phone service which let people make cheap long distance calls and chat with other users

One Tech Tip: Skype shut down for good, but users still have these alternatives
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Twenty-nine world leaders are expected at Moscow's World War Two victory commemorations, Kremlin says

Twenty-nine world leaders, including China's Xi Jinping, are expected to attend World War Two Victory Day commemorations in Moscow in the coming days, Yuri Ushakov, a Kremlin

Twenty-nine world leaders are expected at Moscow's World War Two victory commemorations, Kremlin says
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Fact check: Trump makes more false claims about Canada in advance of meeting with prime minister

Fact check: Trump makes more false claims about Canada in advance of meeting with prime minister

Fact check: Trump makes more false claims about Canada in advance of meeting with prime minister
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Chinese fighter jets soar over Egypt in first joint exercises

The sound of Chinese fighter jets roared over the Egyptian pyramids and could echo across the Middle East, as Beijing wrapped up military drills with Cairo aimed at

Chinese fighter jets soar over Egypt in first joint exercises
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Wistron Corp to invest additional $455 million in new U.S. unit

Taiwanese electronics manufacturer and AI server maker Wistron Corp said on Tuesday its board has approved an additional investment of $455 million in its new U.S. subsidiary.

Wistron Corp to invest additional $455 million in new U.S. unit
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US imposes sanctions on Myanmar ethnic militia for 'facilitating cyber scams'

An ethnic militia group in southeastern Myanmar that faces sanctions by the United States over its alleged involvement with human trafficking and online scams has criticized Washington’s actions

US imposes sanctions on Myanmar ethnic militia for 'facilitating cyber scams'
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China's Xi ready to work with EU to expand ties, handle friction

President Xi Jinping said China was ready to work with European Union leaders to expand mutual openness and properly handle frictions and differences, the official news agency

China's Xi ready to work with EU to expand ties, handle friction
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CNN reporter shows part of disputed territory in Kashmir

CNN’s International Diplomatic Editor, Nic Robertson, treks through the forest in Pakistani-administered Kashmir, a disputed territory between India and Pakistan as tensions rise between the two countries weeks after a terrorist attack killed 26 civilians in the mountainous Anantnag district.

CNN reporter shows part of disputed territory in Kashmir
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India advances Kashmir hydro projects after suspending pact with Pakistan, document shows

India has advanced the start date of four under-construction hydropower projects in the Kashmir region by months after suspending a water-

India advances Kashmir hydro projects after suspending pact with Pakistan, document shows
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South Korea's ex-PM Han vows to team up with conservative election candidate

South Korea's former Prime Minister Han Duck-soo said on Tuesday he saw no alternative other than teaming up with the presidential candidate of the ruling conservative People Power

South Korea's ex-PM Han vows to team up with conservative election candidate
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Bangladesh's ex-premier Khaleda Zia returns, adding pressure for elections

Bangladesh’s ailing former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia returned to the country from London on Tuesday after four months of medical treatment, adding to pressure for its interim leaders to hold elections

Bangladesh's ex-premier Khaleda Zia returns, adding pressure for elections
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Hong Kong DIY watch brand sets sights on Europe amid Trump tariffs

When Washington announced higher tariffs and the axing of a de minimis rule that allowed for low-value packages from Hong Kong and mainland China to

Hong Kong DIY watch brand sets sights on Europe amid Trump tariffs
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Slower inflation in April gives Philippine central bank room to ease policy

Philippine inflation was at its lowest level in more than five years in April due to falling food and transport costs, the statistics agency said on

Slower inflation in April gives Philippine central bank room to ease policy
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Iran's top diplomat in Pakistan to mediate in the escalation with India over the Kashmir attack

Iran’s foreign minister has held talks with top Pakistani officials to try and mediate in the escalation between Islamabad and New Delhi after last month’s deadly attack on tourists in the Indian-controlled part of Kashmir

Iran's top diplomat in Pakistan to mediate in the escalation with India over the Kashmir attack
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A deadly attack on tourists preceded India's strikes on Pakistan. Here's where the rivals stand

India and Pakistan have been scrambling resources both military and diplomatic to respond to a crisis triggered by a massacre in Indian-controlled Kashmir that has heightened fears of a conflict between the nuclear-armed rivals

A deadly attack on tourists preceded India's strikes on Pakistan. Here's where the rivals stand
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The conclave to choose the next pope will be the most geographically diverse in history

Cardinals hailing from 71 different countries are eligible to elect a pope this week in the most geographically diverse conclave in history

The conclave to choose the next pope will be the most geographically diverse in history
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Foxconn says April revenue rose 25.54% y/y, sees Q2 growth

Taiwan's Foxconn, the world's largest contract electronics maker and Apple's biggest iPhone assembler, reported on Monday that its April revenue rose 25.54% on year.

Foxconn says April revenue rose 25.54% y/y, sees Q2 growth
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US and Philippine forces cancel ship-sinking drill after World War II-era target prematurely sinks

A World War II-era Philippine navy ship to be used as a target in a combat exercise by American and the Philippine forces accidentally sank hours before the mock assault, prompting the drill to be cancelled

US and Philippine forces cancel ship-sinking drill after World War II-era target prematurely sinks
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Russia says willing to help resolve India-Pakistan differences over Kashmir

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov spoke to his Pakistani counterpart on Sunday and offered Russia's help in resolving tensions between Pakistan and India over Kashmir, the Foreign

Russia says willing to help resolve India-Pakistan differences over Kashmir
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Xi to visit Russia for Victory Day and talks with Putin

Chinese President Xi Jinping will make an official visit to Russia from May 7-10 to participate in celebrations of the 80th anniversary of the defeat of Nazi Germany, the Kremlin

Xi to visit Russia for Victory Day and talks with Putin
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China’s Xi Jinping to pay official visit to Russia, alongside Victory Day celebrations

Chinese President Xi Jinping will visit Russia May 7–10 at President Vladimir Putin’s invitation, the Kremlin confirmed Sunday

China’s Xi Jinping to pay official visit to Russia, alongside Victory Day celebrations
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As PAP triumphs again in Singapore, Workers' Party emerges as main opposition

Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong said the convincing re-election of his People's Action Party would help the city-state face turbulent times, as analysts said the weekend

As PAP triumphs again in Singapore, Workers' Party emerges as main opposition
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Five-year-old girl among two dead in Manila airport car crash

Two people, including a five-year-old girl, were killed and several others injured when a car crashed into the entrance of Manila's international airport on Sunday, authorities said,

Five-year-old girl among two dead in Manila airport car crash
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North Korea's Kim visits tank factory, touts progress in Korean-style tanks

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has inspected an "important" tank factory and touted "great progress in the core technology of Korean-style tanks," state media KCNA said on Sunday. 

North Korea's Kim visits tank factory, touts progress in Korean-style tanks
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NCAA, Iowa State negotiate sports betting discipline for 5 football support staffers

The NCAA has taken disciplinary action against five current or former Iowa State athletic department employees for combining to make more than 6,200 online bets totaling more than $100,000 on professional and college games, including men’s and women’s basketball games involving the Cyclones

NCAA, Iowa State negotiate sports betting discipline for 5 football support staffers
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Singapore's PAP on course for election win, preliminary vote count shows

Samples from official vote counting in Singapore's election on Saturday showed the People's Action Party was on course for victory, as the party looked set to win its 14th

Singapore's PAP on course for election win, preliminary vote count shows
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South Korea's conservatives pick hardline Kim Moon-soo as presidential candidate

South Korea's conservative People Power Party on Saturday picked former labour minister Kim Moon-soo as its candidate for the June 3 presidential election, which was

South Korea's conservatives pick hardline Kim Moon-soo as presidential candidate
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As Trump moves to tax small parcels, some retailers give up on US

With the end of a U.S. tariff exemption for small parcels on Friday, some retailers have stopped selling to customers in the United States while others are seeking

As Trump moves to tax small parcels, some retailers give up on US
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Hong Kong March retail sales fall 3.5%, government sees challenges ahead

Hong Kong's retail sales fell 3.5% by value in March from a year earlier, marking the 13th consecutive month of declines, government data showed on Friday.

Hong Kong March retail sales fall 3.5%, government sees challenges ahead
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The threat of a war with India empties a scenic Pakistani valley of summer tourists

Neelum Valley in northern Pakistan attracts some 300,000 tourists each summer who marvel at its natural beauty

The threat of a war with India empties a scenic Pakistani valley of summer tourists
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Prominent pastor notified books loaned to African American museum may be returned amid review

A prominent pastor and veteran of the Civil Rights Movement says he was told items he had loaned to the Smithsonian Institution would be under review for whether they should remain on display at the institution

Prominent pastor notified books loaned to African American museum may be returned amid review
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Taiwan to mark World War Two end in history narrative battle with China

President Lai Ching-te will next week mark for the first time in Taiwan the end of World War Two in Europe and underscore that aggression must be

Taiwan to mark World War Two end in history narrative battle with China
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India wants Kashmir attackers brought to justice, foreign minister tells Rubio

India's foreign minister said he has told Secretary of State Marco Rubio that perpetrators of the deadly attack in

India wants Kashmir attackers brought to justice, foreign minister tells Rubio
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South Korea April inflation +2.1% y/y, slightly above forecast

South Korea's consumer prices rose 2.1% in April over a year, slightly above market expectations, official data showed on Friday.

South Korea April inflation +2.1% y/y, slightly above forecast
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South Korea presidential race rocked by court ruling, resignations

South Korea's top court cast doubt on Thursday on frontrunner Lee Jae-myung's eligibility to run for the presidency, while the resignations of the prime

South Korea presidential race rocked by court ruling, resignations
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Prosecutors in Thailand say they won't pursue royal defamation case against US scholar

Prosecutors in Thailand say they don't intend to press charges against an American academic arrested for royal defamation

Prosecutors in Thailand say they won't pursue royal defamation case against US scholar
Asia|Election|World

South Korea's acting leader Han resigns amid reports he will run for president

South Korea’s acting leader, Prime Minister Han Duck-soo, says he is resigning amid reports he will run in next month’s presidential election

South Korea's acting leader Han resigns amid reports he will run for president
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Recent immigration arrests at courthouses around the country have advocates worried

A flurry of immigration enforcement activity at courthouses around the country in the past month has renewed a legal battle from President Donald Trump’s first term

Recent immigration arrests at courthouses around the country have advocates worried
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Do bad people have it coming? Study finds most karma believers think so

Do bad people have it coming? Study finds most karma believers think so

Do bad people have it coming? Study finds most karma believers think so
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Indonesia parliament set to ratify sea boundary with Vietnam, lawmaker says

Indonesia's parliament is set to agree next week to ratify an agreement made with Vietnam that sets the boundaries of their exclusive

Indonesia parliament set to ratify sea boundary with Vietnam, lawmaker says
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Thailand drops royal insult prosecution against American academic

Thailand's state prosecutor said on Thursday it will not prosecute an American academic who was arrested and charged last month with insulting the royal family, a crime that

Thailand drops royal insult prosecution against American academic
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North Korea and Russia begin building their first road link

North Korea and Russia have begun building their first road link, the two countries announced, hailing the construction of a bridge over a border river as a major development that will further expand their booming ties

North Korea and Russia begin building their first road link
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India's military response to previous attacks in Kashmir blamed on Pakistan

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has vowed to pursue the assailants behind last month's attack on tourists in Kashmir to the "ends of the earth".

India's military response to previous attacks in Kashmir blamed on Pakistan
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Pakistan claims it has ‘credible intelligence’ India will strike within 36 hours

Pakistan claims it has ‘credible intelligence’ India will strike within 36 hours

Pakistan claims it has ‘credible intelligence’ India will strike within 36 hours
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Harris accuses Trump of abandoning American ideals in first major speech since leaving office

Harris accuses Trump of abandoning American ideals in first major speech since leaving office

Harris accuses Trump of abandoning American ideals in first major speech since leaving office
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South Korean prosecutors indict ex-President Yoon for abuse of authority, Yonhap says

South Korean prosecutors have indicted former President Yoon Suk Yeol for abuse of authority, Yonhap said on Thursday.

South Korean prosecutors indict ex-President Yoon for abuse of authority, Yonhap says
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South Korea exports beat forecast as chips soar, but outlook uncertain

South Korea's exports were unexpectedly resilient in April, buoyed by strong demand for semiconductors despite the drag from U.S. tariffs, although there are signs that

South Korea exports beat forecast as chips soar, but outlook uncertain
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North Korea says new bridge to Russia reinforces economic cooperation

North Korea said the construction of a new bridge linking it to Russia is a "significant" development of relations between the two countries, state media KCNA reported on Thursday.

North Korea says new bridge to Russia reinforces economic cooperation
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First Canada, now Australia? Conservatives fear the Trump slump is spreading

First Canada, now Australia? Conservatives fear the Trump slump is spreading

First Canada, now Australia? Conservatives fear the Trump slump is spreading
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Pakistan says intelligence suggests Indian military action likely soon

Pakistan said on Wednesday it has "credible intelligence" that India intends to launch military action soon, as tensions between the nuclear-armed

Pakistan says intelligence suggests Indian military action likely soon
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Pakistan says it has 'credible intelligence' India will attack within days

Pakistan says it has “credible intelligence” that India is planning to attack it within days over last week's deadly attack in Indian-controlled Kashmir

Pakistan says it has 'credible intelligence' India will attack within days
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Vietnam celebrates 50 years since war’s end with focus on peace and unity

Vietnam has celebrated the end of the war with the United States and the formation of its modern nation 50 years ago with a military parade and a focus on a future of peace

Vietnam celebrates 50 years since war’s end with focus on peace and unity
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Indian survivors of Kashmir attack say gunmen asked if they were Hindus and opened fire

The Associated Press has collected some of the first witness accounts of the massacre in Indian-controlled Kashmir that left 26 people dead

Indian survivors of Kashmir attack say gunmen asked if they were Hindus and opened fire
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China to lift sanctions on members of European Parliament

China has decided to lift sanctions on members of the European Parliament as well as on its subcommittee on human rights, the parliament's president, Roberta Metsola, said on

China to lift sanctions on members of European Parliament
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Japan aims for steady progress as automakers' losses balloon, top negotiator says

Japan's top trade negotiator Ryosei Akazawa said on Wednesday that he aims for steady but quick progress in tariff negotiations with the United States as losses at the country's

Japan aims for steady progress as automakers' losses balloon, top negotiator says
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Xi says China's economy should adapt to external changes

Chinese President Xi Jinping called on Wednesday for action to adjust to changes in the international environment as the country drafts economic plans for the next five years, state

Xi says China's economy should adapt to external changes
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Fire tears through hotel in eastern Indian city of Kolkata, killing at least 14 people

Police say a fire tore through a hotel in the eastern Indian city of Kolkata, killing at least 14 people

Fire tears through hotel in eastern Indian city of Kolkata, killing at least 14 people
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Philippines, New Zealand strengthen defence ties with troop pact

The Philippines and New Zealand strengthened defence ties with the signing of a landmark troop pact on Wednesday, opening the way for expanded military cooperation amid shared

Philippines, New Zealand strengthen defence ties with troop pact
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Parties in Singapore's election and their platforms 

Singapore holds a parliamentary election on May 3 that will be contested by 11 parties across the city state of 6 million people with 2.76 million registered to vote. 

Parties in Singapore's election and their platforms 
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China's factory activity falls sharply as Trump tariffs bite

China's factory activity contracted at the fastest pace in 16 months in April, a factory survey showed on Wednesday, keeping alive calls for further stimulus as Donald

China's factory activity falls sharply as Trump tariffs bite
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About 4,700 North Korean soldiers have been killed or wounded fighting for Russia, South Korea says

South Korea's spy agency says an estimated 4,700 North Korean soldiers have been killed or wounded while fighting alongside Russia against Ukrainian forces

About 4,700 North Korean soldiers have been killed or wounded fighting for Russia, South Korea says
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Asia hedge funds add Japan, India after tariff shock, says Morgan Stanley

Asian hedge funds tiptoed back into the market last week, adding to their positions in Japan and India shares, after quickly cutting exposure when U.S.

Asia hedge funds add Japan, India after tariff shock, says Morgan Stanley
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Dozens of tourist resorts in Indian-controlled Kashmir are closed after deadly attack

Authorities in Indian-controlled Kashmir have temporarily closed more than half of the resorts in the scenic Himalayan region following a deadly attack on tourists

Dozens of tourist resorts in Indian-controlled Kashmir are closed after deadly attack
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North Korea conducts first test firing of its new warship's weapons system

North Korea earlier this week conducted the first test-firing of the weapons system of the new "Choe Hyon-class" warship it recently unveiled, state media KCNA reported on Wednesday.

North Korea conducts first test firing of its new warship's weapons system
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US urges India and Pakistan not to escalate tensions, Rubio plans calls

U.S.

US urges India and Pakistan not to escalate tensions, Rubio plans calls
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Relations between India and Pakistan spiral after Kashmir terror attack

The Resistance Front, a militant group, claimed responsibility for the Kashmir terror attack. The Asia-Pacific Foundation’s Sajjan Gohel explains TRF's ties to a larger banned group and the impact of India’s retaliatory measures on Pakistan’s economy and food security.

Relations between India and Pakistan spiral after Kashmir terror attack
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Britain calls for calm in Indian and Pakistani communities after Kashmir attack

Britain called on Tuesday for calm between Indian and Pakistani communities in London after lawmakers voiced concerns that tensions over a deadly militant attack in India's Kashmir

Britain calls for calm in Indian and Pakistani communities after Kashmir attack
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Japan and Philippines to start talks on 2 defense pacts in the face of China's growing aggression

Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba says his country and the Philippines will start talks on two proposed defense pacts to further boost their security alliance and would continue to fight aggression in disputed Asian waters in an obvious rebuke of China

Japan and Philippines to start talks on 2 defense pacts in the face of China's growing aggression
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China's largest airlines deepen losses in first quarter as competition, US tariffs to weigh

China's three biggest airlines reported deeper first-quarter losses on Tuesday from the same period a year ago, amid intensifying competition and

China's largest airlines deepen losses in first quarter as competition, US tariffs to weigh
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Pakistan preparing to challenge India's suspension of water treaty, minister says

Pakistan is preparing international legal action over India's suspension of a key river water-sharing treaty, a government minister told Reuters, as

Pakistan preparing to challenge India's suspension of water treaty, minister says
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Chinese authorities say 22 people killed, 3 injured in restaurant fire in northern city of Liaoyang

Chinese authorities say 22 people have been killed and 3 injured in a fire at restaurant in the northern city of Liaoyang

Chinese authorities say 22 people killed, 3 injured in restaurant fire in northern city of Liaoyang
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China complains to Philippines over 'negative moves' regarding Taiwan, security

A Chinese foreign ministry official on Tuesday lodged solemn representations with the Philippine ambassador over what they said were the Philippines' "negative moves" related to

China complains to Philippines over 'negative moves' regarding Taiwan, security
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South Korea top court to rule on presidential frontrunner's criminal case

South Korea's Supreme Court said it will rule on Thursday in a criminal case that could determine whether the frontrunner for the June 3 snap election, former opposition party leader

South Korea top court to rule on presidential frontrunner's criminal case
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4 former Hong Kong lawmakers freed after years in prison under a Beijing-imposed security law

Four former Hong Kong lawmakers have been released after spending more than four years in prison for their conviction under a Beijing-imposed law that crushed a once-thriving pro-democracy movement

4 former Hong Kong lawmakers freed after years in prison under a Beijing-imposed security law
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Beijing will not engage in market dumping, China's ambassador to India says

China will not dump its goods in other countries due to its trade and tariff war with the U.S., Beijing's ambassador to India, Xu Feihong, wrote in an article on Tuesday, trying to

Beijing will not engage in market dumping, China's ambassador to India says
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The Latest: Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney’s Liberals win election

The Canadian Broadcasting Corporation projects that Prime Minister Mark Carney’s Liberal Party has won Canada’s federal election

The Latest: Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney’s Liberals win election
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Russia declares a 72-hour ceasefire in Ukraine for next week to mark Victory Day in World War II

The Kremlin has declared a 72-hour ceasefire in Ukraine next week as Russia marks Victory Day in World War II

Russia declares a 72-hour ceasefire in Ukraine for next week to mark Victory Day in World War II
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First batch of Hong Kong democrats freed after 4 years' jail for subversion

The first batch of individuals jailed in the landmark Hong Kong national security trial of "47 democrats" accused of

First batch of Hong Kong democrats freed after 4 years' jail for subversion
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A look at vehicle ramming attacks across the globe

An SUV crashed into a crowd at a Filipino heritage festival in Vancouver over the weekend, killing 11 people and injuring dozens of others in the latest vehicle attack around the world

A look at vehicle ramming attacks across the globe
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Pakistan defence minister says military incursion by India is imminent

Pakistan's defence minister said on Monday a military incursion by neighbouring India was imminent in the aftermath of a deadly militant attack on tourists in

Pakistan defence minister says military incursion by India is imminent
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Iran proposes meeting with Europeans before next talks with US, diplomats say

Iran has proposed meeting the European parties to a 2015 nuclear deal possibly in Rome this Friday if talks resume with the United States, four

Iran proposes meeting with Europeans before next talks with US, diplomats say
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India's Adani Green says independent review on US indictment found no irregularities

India's Adani Green on Monday said that its independent review of the U.S. indictment of founder Gautam Adani and top Adani Green executives, who were accused of paying $265 million in

India's Adani Green says independent review on US indictment found no irregularities
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Indian, UK trade ministers meet to push for deal under added pressure from Trump

The British and Indian trade ministers began two days of talks on Monday to conclude more than three years of negotiations on a trade pact, under additional

Indian, UK trade ministers meet to push for deal under added pressure from Trump
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Kashmir leader calls for caution in Indian response after deadly attack

India should not do anything to alienate Kashmiris in its hunt for militants who killed 26 people last week, especially as residents of the Muslim-majority

Kashmir leader calls for caution in Indian response after deadly attack
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Taiwan's Inventec to invest up to $85 million in US to lessen tariff impact

Taiwanese contract electronics manufacturer Inventec has agreed to invest up to $85 million to build manufacturing facilities in Texas to help mitigate the impact of U.S. tariffs, it

Taiwan's Inventec to invest up to $85 million in US to lessen tariff impact
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Korea Development Bank to sell shares in Hanwha Ocean, paper reports

South Korea's state-run Korea Development Bank plans to sell its shares in Hanwha Ocean, Maeil Business Newspaper reported on Monday. 

Korea Development Bank to sell shares in Hanwha Ocean, paper reports
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Bank of Thailand to cut rates on April 30 as US tariffs weigh on growth outlook- Reuters poll

The Bank of Thailand (BOT) is set to cut its key interest rate by a quarter percentage point on Wednesday to support slowing economic growth, according to a

Bank of Thailand to cut rates on April 30 as US tariffs weigh on growth outlook- Reuters poll
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South Korean firms to increase Indonesia investments by $1.7 billion, minister says

South Korean companies will increase their investment in Indonesia by $1.7 billion, Indonesian economic minister Airlangga Hartarto said on Monday after attending a meeting between

South Korean firms to increase Indonesia investments by $1.7 billion, minister says
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South Korean city orders more than 1,200 residents to evacuate due to wildfire

The South Korean city of Daegu ordered on Monday more than 1,200 residents to evacuate after strong winds whipped up a wildfire and prompted the closure of a highway in the area due

South Korean city orders more than 1,200 residents to evacuate due to wildfire
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Putin thanks North Korea for troop deployment and promises not to forget their sacrifices

Russian President Vladimir Putin is thanking North Korean troops for fighting Ukrainian forces in Russia’s Kursk region

Putin thanks North Korea for troop deployment and promises not to forget their sacrifices
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India, Pakistan exchange small arms fire, China urges restraint

India said on Monday it had responded to 'unprovoked' small arms firing from Pakistan along the de facto border for the fourth consecutive

India, Pakistan exchange small arms fire, China urges restraint
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Japan, Vietnam pledge to support free trade as PM Ishiba visits Hanoi

Japan and Vietnam agreed to boost bilateral trade and uphold global rules on the free flow of goods as Japan's Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba

Japan, Vietnam pledge to support free trade as PM Ishiba visits Hanoi
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China downplays impact of Trump tariffs on economic recovery

Chinese policymakers on Monday sought to assuage concerns the broad U.S. tariffs could derail efforts to shore up a fragile economic recovery, even as analysts warn the

China downplays impact of Trump tariffs on economic recovery
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U.S. tariffs will cause demand shock to Singapore economy: MAS

U.S. tariffs will have multiplier effects that will "generate a broader negative income and demand shock to the Singapore economy", the Monetary Authority of Singapore said in its

U.S. tariffs will cause demand shock to Singapore economy: MAS
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Aster Chemicals to bid for Exxon Mobil's Singapore fuel stations, sources say

Aster Chemicals and Energy, the new operator of the Bukom refining complex, is planning to bid for Exxon Mobil's petrol stations in

Aster Chemicals to bid for Exxon Mobil's Singapore fuel stations, sources say
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US in touch with India and Pakistan; urges work toward 'responsible solution'

The U.S.

US in touch with India and Pakistan; urges work toward 'responsible solution'
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Pakistani troops kill 54 militants attempting to sneak into Pakistan from Afghanistan

Pakistan’s military says its security forces overnight have killed 54 militants who attempted to cross into the country from neighboring Afghanistan

Pakistani troops kill 54 militants attempting to sneak into Pakistan from Afghanistan
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China says CK Hutchison's ports deal must not try to avoid antitrust review

China's top market regulator said on Sunday it was paying close attention to CK Hutchison's planned sale of most of its ports operations to a BlackRock-led consortium and parties to

China says CK Hutchison's ports deal must not try to avoid antitrust review
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South Korea martial law put Lee Jae-myung back on track for presidency

Lee Jae-myung, the liberal South Korean politician favoured to become the country's next leader, has overcome a knife attack, martial law and criminal charges on his

South Korea martial law put Lee Jae-myung back on track for presidency
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Massive explosion at Iranian port kills 28 and injures hundreds

Massive explosion at Iranian port kills 28 and injures hundreds

Massive explosion at Iranian port kills 28 and injures hundreds
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Conclave politics begin with the question: Continue Pope Francis' radical legacy or change course?

Cardinals this week will start in-depth discussions on planning the conclave to choose Pope Francis' successor

Conclave politics begin with the question: Continue Pope Francis' radical legacy or change course?
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TikTok to enter Japan's e-commerce industry, Nikkei reports

Chinese social media platform TikTok will enter the online shopping industry in Japan within the next few months, the Nikkei newspaper reported on Sunday.

TikTok to enter Japan's e-commerce industry, Nikkei reports
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Pirelli set to declare end of Chinese investor's control over governance, paper says

Pirelli's board is expected to approve on Monday an accord between shareholders to establish that the group's largest investor, China's state-owned Sinochem, does not exercise control

Pirelli set to declare end of Chinese investor's control over governance, paper says
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Federal judge says 2-year-old US citizen was deported with mother to Honduras

Federal judge says 2-year-old US citizen was deported with mother to Honduras

Federal judge says 2-year-old US citizen was deported with mother to Honduras
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Indian military says Pakistani troops fired at positions along the border in disputed Kashmir

India’s military says Pakistani soldiers shot at Indian posts along the highly militarized frontier in disputed Kashmir for a second consecutive night

Indian military says Pakistani troops fired at positions along the border in disputed Kashmir
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China's Leapmotor to supply EV platform to Hongqi

(This April 24 story has been corrected to add a Leapmotor statement clarifying that it is not holding ongoing discussions or negotiations with Ferrari over a partnership and to

China's Leapmotor to supply EV platform to Hongqi
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North Korea unveils new 'Kim Jong Un style' 5,000-tonne warship

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un attended a ceremony for the launch of a "new multipurpose destroyer", state media KCNA reported on Saturday.

North Korea unveils new 'Kim Jong Un style' 5,000-tonne warship
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Pakistan minister urges international probe of Kashmir attack, NYT reports

Pakistan believes an international investigation is needed into the killing of 26 men at a tourist spot in Indian Kashmir this week and is willing to work with international investigators,

Pakistan minister urges international probe of Kashmir attack, NYT reports
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Fact check: It wasn’t ‘in jest.’ Here are 53 times Trump said he’d end Ukraine war within 24 hours or before taking office

Fact check: It wasn’t ‘in jest.’ Here are 53 times Trump said he’d end Ukraine war within 24 hours or before taking office

Fact check: It wasn’t ‘in jest.’ Here are 53 times Trump said he’d end Ukraine war within 24 hours or before taking office
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Big Tech carries Wall Street to the close of its winning, roller-coaster week

Big Tech stocks carried Wall Street to the close of a winning, roller-coaster week

Big Tech carries Wall Street to the close of its winning, roller-coaster week
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Trump says India, Pakistan will sort out tensions

India and Pakistan will figure out relations between themselves, U.S.

Trump says India, Pakistan will sort out tensions
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China vows in Politburo meeting to support firms, workers affected by tariffs

China's top policymakers pledged to support firms and workers most affected by the impact of triple-digit U.S. tariffs and urged the country to prepare for worst-case scenarios,

China vows in Politburo meeting to support firms, workers affected by tariffs
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Beijing accuses Washington of 'misleading the public' about trade talks

China's foreign ministry urged Washington on Friday to stop "misleading the public" on bilateral tariff negotiations, and said it wasn't familiar with reports on whether Beijing

Beijing accuses Washington of 'misleading the public' about trade talks
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Thai exports could beat 2025 target but US tariff challenge looms, commerce minister says

Thai export growth could exceed targets this year but challenges loom as the government seeks to negotiate a tariff deal with the United States that would benefit both sides, its

Thai exports could beat 2025 target but US tariff challenge looms, commerce minister says
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Safran says China to exempt jet engines and parts from tariffs

China has decided to grant exemptions from import tariffs for some aircraft parts, including jet engines, the head of French engine maker Safran said on

Safran says China to exempt jet engines and parts from tariffs
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US business lobby in China: Some pharma firms reporting tariff exemptions

Pharmaceutical companies in China are reporting that they have been able to import some drugs over the past week with tariff exemptions, the Beijing

US business lobby in China: Some pharma firms reporting tariff exemptions
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Philippine president orders probe into alleged foreign interference in elections

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos has ordered an investigation into alleged foreign interference in next month's elections after a top security official's warning that Chinese

Philippine president orders probe into alleged foreign interference in elections
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South Korea's former president Moon says bribery indictment is 'political'

South Korea's former president Moon Jae-in said on Friday that prosecutors were becoming political and abusing their power and that his indictment on bribery charges was

South Korea's former president Moon says bribery indictment is 'political'
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Japan's Nomura can ride choppy market, CFO says after bank posts record annual profit

Japan's biggest investment bank and brokerage Nomura Holdings recorded a 27% rise in fourth-quarter net profit to hit its highest ever full-year profit as revenue grew

Japan's Nomura can ride choppy market, CFO says after bank posts record annual profit
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Japan compiles emergency economic package to ease tariff pain

Japan's Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba on Friday said the government has compiled an emergency economic package to alleviate

Japan compiles emergency economic package to ease tariff pain
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Indian officials say troops exchanged fire with Pakistani soldiers in disputed Kashmir

Indian officials says that Indian and Pakistani soldiers briefly exchanged fire along their highly militarized frontier in Kashmir

Indian officials say troops exchanged fire with Pakistani soldiers in disputed Kashmir
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Here's why a flare-up between India and Pakistan over Kashmir matters

India and Pakistan have intensified their hostilities over the hotly contested Kashmir region following a massacre of 26 mostly Indian tourists, which New Delhi linked to Pakistan

Here's why a flare-up between India and Pakistan over Kashmir matters
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Labubu: The ‘kind of ugly’ plush toy that has taken the world by storm

Labubu: The ‘kind of ugly’ plush toy that has taken the world by storm

Labubu: The ‘kind of ugly’ plush toy that has taken the world by storm
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China quietly rolls back retaliatory tariffs on some US-made semiconductors, import agencies say

China quietly rolls back retaliatory tariffs on some US-made semiconductors, import agencies say

China quietly rolls back retaliatory tariffs on some US-made semiconductors, import agencies say
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7-Eleven's soon-to-be chief is confident he knows value, and thrifty customers

The first foreigner tapped to head 7-Eleven is confident the Japanese convenience store chain will continue to attract thrifty customers, even in an economic slowdown

7-Eleven's soon-to-be chief is confident he knows value, and thrifty customers
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Former South Korean President Moon calls his bribery indictment 'unjust'

Former South Korean President Moon Jae-in has called his bribery indictment “unjust” and accused prosecutors of abusing their power in what he called a politically motivated investigation

Former South Korean President Moon calls his bribery indictment 'unjust'
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Malaysia open to negotiate with U.S on reducing trade deficit, non-tariff barriers 

Malaysia is open to negotiate with the United States on non-tariff barriers and reducing its trade deficit and will explore a bilateral trade agreement, its trade ministry said

Malaysia open to negotiate with U.S on reducing trade deficit, non-tariff barriers 
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China's Baidu says its Kunlun chip cluster can train DeepSeek-like models

China's Baidu has successfully "illuminated" a cluster comprising 30,000 of its self-developed, third generation P800 Kunlun chips, which can

China's Baidu says its Kunlun chip cluster can train DeepSeek-like models
Asia|Crime|World

A Thai police plane crashes in the sea, killing all 6 on board

Thai officials say that a small police plane crashed into the sea near a popular beach town, killing all six people on board and leaving one in critical condition

A Thai police plane crashes in the sea, killing all 6 on board
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India and Pakistan again teeter on the brink of conflict over Kashmir. Here's why

A deadly attack on tourists in Indian-controlled Kashmir has again moved India and Pakistan closer to war

India and Pakistan again teeter on the brink of conflict over Kashmir. Here's why
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Construction of world’s tallest abandoned skyscraper to resume after a decade

Construction of world’s tallest abandoned skyscraper to resume after a decade

Construction of world’s tallest abandoned skyscraper to resume after a decade
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India will identify, track, punish every terrorist and their backers, PM Modi says after Kashmir attack

India will identify, track and punish every terrorist and their backers, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Thursday, two days after 26 men were killed in an attack on tourists by

India will identify, track, punish every terrorist and their backers, PM Modi says after Kashmir attack
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Tariff-hit China exporters reluctant to heed government calls to sell locally

Eno Qian, who runs a clothing factory in eastern China, says she makes a 20 yuan ($2.74) profit for every item she sells abroad

Tariff-hit China exporters reluctant to heed government calls to sell locally
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets

RBI's cash influx seen a small relief amid global uncertainty

The decision by India's central bank to cut rates and flood the banking system with cash will do little to immediately boost demand in Asia's third-

RBI's cash influx seen a small relief amid global uncertainty
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

China pushes for tariff cancellation to end US trade war

China called for all "unilateral" U.S. tariffs to be cancelled on Thursday, as signs emerged that the Trump administration may de-escalate

China pushes for tariff cancellation to end US trade war
Asia|Business|Technology|World

Stellantis targets India for EVs developed by its China partner

Stellantis plans to sell Chinese-branded electric vehicles developed by its partner Leapmotor in India as soon as the end of this year, the executive leading the joint venture said.

Stellantis targets India for EVs developed by its China partner
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology

VinFast's losses widen after offering promotions to boost EV sales in Asia

Vietnamese electric vehicle maker VinFast's losses widened in the fourth quarter, it said on Thursday, due to rising costs linked to its overseas expansion

VinFast's losses widen after offering promotions to boost EV sales in Asia
Asia|Political|World

Philippines, US begin joint maritime drills after Chinese carrier group spotted

The Philippine Navy said a Chinese aircraft carrier battle group had passed near its northern maritime boundaries in the run-up to a six-day maritime exercise with the U.S. that

Philippines, US begin joint maritime drills after Chinese carrier group spotted
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets

Japanese investors turned net buyers of overseas bonds last week

Japanese investors were net buyers of overseas bonds in the week through April 19, as U.S. bond markets recovered somewhat after a heavy selloff earlier this month.

Japanese investors turned net buyers of overseas bonds last week
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What steps have India and Pakistan taken against each other after the Kashmir attack?

An attack on tourists in India's Himalayan territory of Kashmir this week sparked a new crisis between nuclear armed South Asian neighbours India and Pakistan, with New Delhi

What steps have India and Pakistan taken against each other after the Kashmir attack?
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China denies any suggestion it is currently in talks with the US over tariffs

China has denied any suggestion it's in active negotiations with the administration of U_S_ President Donald Trump over tariffs, saying any notion of progress in the matter is as groundless as “trying to catch the wind.”

China denies any suggestion it is currently in talks with the US over tariffs
Asia|Science|Technology|World

China launches Shenzhou-20 mission to Chinese space station, state media report

China sent three astronauts to its permanently inhabited space station on Thursday in its 15th crewed spaceflight and 20th overall in the Shenzhou program that started more than

China launches Shenzhou-20 mission to Chinese space station, state media report
Asia|Business|Economy

China has scope to ramp up stimulus, fix property woes, IMF says

China needs to do more to address its property-sector problems and has scope to provide more stimulus to boost consumption, Krishna Srinivasan, director of the

China has scope to ramp up stimulus, fix property woes, IMF says
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Asian central banks have space to ease rates to soften US tariff hit, IMF official says

Many Asian central banks have room to ease monetary policy to cushion the blow to their economies from U.S. tariffs, a senior International Monetary Fund official

Asian central banks have space to ease rates to soften US tariff hit, IMF official says
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Chinese insurance broker Yuanbao targets $676 million valuation in US IPO amid trade tensions

Chinese insurance broker Yuanbao said on Thursday that it was targeting a valuation of up to $676.3 million in its U.S. initial public offering, amid economic uncertainty and a slowdown in

Chinese insurance broker Yuanbao targets $676 million valuation in US IPO amid trade tensions
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|US

USTR holds productive trade meeting with Vietnam, statement says

U.S.

USTR holds productive trade meeting with Vietnam, statement says
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Nissan revises down its earnings forecast with bigger losses

Nissan says it expects to rack up a loss totaling 700 billion yen ($4.9 billion) to 750 billion yen ($5.3 billion) for the fiscal year through March because of declining sales and the losing value of its assets

Nissan revises down its earnings forecast with bigger losses
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South Korean truth commission halts probe into adoption fraud, hundreds of cases in limbo

The South Korean government’s fact-finding commission has suspended its groundbreaking investigation into the extensive fraud and abuse that tainted the nation’s historic foreign adoption program, stemming from internal disputes among commissioners about which cases warranted recognition

South Korean truth commission halts probe into adoption fraud, hundreds of cases in limbo
Asia|Crime|Political|Travel|World

Dozens killed as gunmen massacre tourists in Kashmir beauty spot

Dozens killed as gunmen massacre tourists in Kashmir beauty spot

Dozens killed as gunmen massacre tourists in Kashmir beauty spot
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Hong Kong allows outspoken Cardinal Joseph Zen to attend Pope Francis' funeral

Hong Kong’s outspoken Roman Catholic Cardinal Joseph Zen has been allowed to leave the southern Chinese city to attend Pope Francis’ funeral in Vatican City

Hong Kong allows outspoken Cardinal Joseph Zen to attend Pope Francis' funeral
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|US|World

What's on the table for US-South Korea trade talks?

When a South Korean delegation meets U.S. counterparts in Washington on Thursday for trade talks, they face a wide range of potential agenda items. U.S.

What's on the table for US-South Korea trade talks?
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China to allow overseas investors access to more sectors

China's state regulator and planning council published a new version of its "negative list" that relaxes barriers to entering the world's second-largest economy, reducing the

China to allow overseas investors access to more sectors
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|US

Robotaxi maker Pony.ai sees Trump's trade war hitting sentiment, overseas expansion plans

China-based robotaxi developer Pony.ai Inc said on Thursday that U.S.

Robotaxi maker Pony.ai sees Trump's trade war hitting sentiment, overseas expansion plans
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Philippines stands to benefit from US tariff shake-up, but must address constraints, study shows

The Philippines stands to benefit from a sweeping U.S. tariff overhaul that has disrupted global trade flows, a new study showed, as the country emerges among the least exposed

Philippines stands to benefit from US tariff shake-up, but must address constraints, study shows
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Taiwan proposes another $10 billion in aid to deal with US tariffs

Taiwan's premier on Thursday proposed another $10 billion in spending as a special budget to help the economy deal with the impact of U.S. tariffs.

Taiwan proposes another $10 billion in aid to deal with US tariffs
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|World

China supports free trade, central bank governor says in Washington meeting, CCTV reports

China will firmly support free trade rules and the multilateral trading system, the country's central bank governor said on Wednesday in Washington D.C., state broadcaster CCTV

China supports free trade, central bank governor says in Washington meeting, CCTV reports
Asia|Political|World

South Korea expressed concern over Chinese structure in disputed area of sea

South Korea has expressed "deep concern" over China erecting a sea structure off the west coast of the Korean Peninsula, Seoul's foreign ministry said on Thursday.

South Korea expressed concern over Chinese structure in disputed area of sea
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Indonesia expects steady 5% growth in 2025 amid ongoing trade tensions

Indonesia's economic growth this year will likely stay around 5% despite trade tensions, its finance minister said on Thursday, stressing a

Indonesia expects steady 5% growth in 2025 amid ongoing trade tensions
Asia|Business|Economy

Thai export growth at 3-year high in March, US tariffs a challenge

Thailand's export growth in March reached the highest level in three years and shipments should continue to grow in the current quarter, although steep U.S. tariffs remain a

Thai export growth at 3-year high in March, US tariffs a challenge
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|World

Fitch watching 'quite closely' how South Korea manages geopolitical challenges

Global credit ratings agency Fitch said it was "quite closely" watching how South Korea manages geopolitical challenges amid a global trade war between

Fitch watching 'quite closely' how South Korea manages geopolitical challenges
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|US|World

Boeing poised to resell jets as tariffs hit China trade

Boeing is looking to resell potentially dozens of planes locked out of China by tariffs after repatriating a third jet to

Boeing poised to resell jets as tariffs hit China trade
Asia|Crime|Political

South Korea prosecutors indict ex-president Moon Jae-in for bribery

South Korean prosecutors indicted former president Moon Jae-in for alleged bribery on Thursday, making him the latest former leader of the country to face

South Korea prosecutors indict ex-president Moon Jae-in for bribery
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|World

China is restricting mineral exports. How does its export control system work?

China has been flexing its control over the mining and refining of minerals by adding metals essential for clean energy, chipmaking and defence to its export control list,

China is restricting mineral exports. How does its export control system work?
Africa|Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

China, Kenya upgrade ties amid 'turbulent international situation'

China and Kenya announced they had upgraded ties to a "new level" on Thursday during a meeting between President Xi Jinping and Kenyan President William Ruto in

China, Kenya upgrade ties amid 'turbulent international situation'
Asia|Crime|World

Kashmir police name three militants behind tourists killing, say two are Pakistani

Police in India's Kashmir published notices on Thursday naming three suspected militants "involved in" the attack on tourists this week in which 26 people were killed, and

Kashmir police name three militants behind tourists killing, say two are Pakistani
Asia|Crime|Political

South Korea's former President Moon indicted for alleged bribery

South Korean prosecutors indicted former liberal President Moon Jae-in on bribery charges Thursday, saying that a budget airline gave his son-in-law a lucrative no-show job during Moon’s term in office

South Korea's former President Moon indicted for alleged bribery
Asia|Business|Economy

South Korea Q1 GDP unexpectedly contracts, reinforcing rate cut chances

South Korea's economy unexpectedly contracted in the first quarter as exports and consumption stalled amid fears over the impact of Washington's aggressive tariffs,

South Korea Q1 GDP unexpectedly contracts, reinforcing rate cut chances
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets

Las Vegas Sands beats quarterly profit estimates on strong Singapore business

Casino operator Las Vegas Sands surpassed analysts' expectations for first-quarter profit on Wednesday, as strong demand from its Singapore business offsets stalling market growth in Macao

Las Vegas Sands beats quarterly profit estimates on strong Singapore business
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Wall Street rises and markets rally worldwide as Trump softens his tough talk on tariffs and the Fed

U.S. stocks rose as a worldwide rally came back around to Wall Street

Wall Street rises and markets rally worldwide as Trump softens his tough talk on tariffs and the Fed
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|US

US rules out setting currency targets in trade talks with Japan

The U.S. does not have specific currency targets in mind as part of bilateral trade talks with Japan, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said on

US rules out setting currency targets in trade talks with Japan
Asia|Political|World

India blames Pakistan for a deadly attack in Kashmir and suspends a key water treaty

India is blaming Pakistan for a militant attack that killed 26 people in Indian-held Kashmir, downgrading diplomatic ties and suspending a crucial water-sharing treaty

India blames Pakistan for a deadly attack in Kashmir and suspends a key water treaty
Asia|Australia|Business|Finance

ANZ appoints Raciti country head of Singapore and head of SEA, India and Mideast

Australia's ANZ said on Wednesday that Chris Raciti has been appointed ANZ country head of Singapore, with regional oversight for ANZ's businesses in eight markets across

ANZ appoints Raciti country head of Singapore and head of SEA, India and Mideast
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

China's President Xi says tariffs and trade wars hurt world economic order

Chinese President Xi Jinping said on Wednesday that tariff and trade wars undermine the legitimate rights and interests of all countries, hurt the multilateral trading system and

China's President Xi says tariffs and trade wars hurt world economic order
Asia|World

Staunchly Catholic Philippines begins period of mourning for Pope Francis

The Philippines began a period of national mourning for Pope Francis on Wednesday, with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr ordering flags on all state buildings across the staunchly

Staunchly Catholic Philippines begins period of mourning for Pope Francis
Asia|Science|Technology|World

China, Russia may build nuclear plant on moon to power lunar station, official says

China is considering building a nuclear plant on the moon to power the International Lunar Research Station (ILRS) it is planning with Russia, a presentation by

China, Russia may build nuclear plant on moon to power lunar station, official says
Asia|Crime|World

Militants in Indian Kashmir segregate men from women and children before opening fire

Militants who killed 26 people in India's Kashmir region separated the men from the women and children and asked the men their names before shooting them

Militants in Indian Kashmir segregate men from women and children before opening fire
Asia|Crime|World

India downgrades ties with Pakistan after attack on Kashmir tourists kills 26

India announced a raft of measures to downgrade its ties with Pakistan on Wednesday, a day after suspected militants killed

India downgrades ties with Pakistan after attack on Kashmir tourists kills 26
Asia|Crime|Political|World

What is Kashmir Resistance, the group claiming the attack on tourists in Kashmir?

Kashmir Resistance, also known as The Resistance Front, has claimed responsibility for Tuesday's attack on tourists in Indian-administered Kashmir, the deadliest incident of its kind in

What is Kashmir Resistance, the group claiming the attack on tourists in Kashmir?
Asia|Political|World

South Korea to raise Chinese presence in disputed area of sea during dialogue

South Korea will raise China's construction of sea structures off the west coast of the Korean Peninsula in a dialogue with Beijing on Wednesday, Seoul's Foreign Minister said. 

South Korea to raise Chinese presence in disputed area of sea during dialogue
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World

China's Jetour to launch European car sales in third quarter

Chinese sport-utility vehicle maker Jetour plans to launch in some European markets in the third quarter and aims to sell cars across much of the continent by 2027,

China's Jetour to launch European car sales in third quarter
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|World

Volkswagen will go through 'right-size' process in China, CEO says

German carmaker Volkswagen will need to go through a 'right-sizing' process in China, its group CEO said on Wednesday, as competition intensifies in the world's biggest auto market

Volkswagen will go through 'right-size' process in China, CEO says
Asia|Business|Economy

Nissan to spend $1.4 billion in China, ditching 'slow' response to fast market

Nissan Motor will invest an additional $1.4 billion in China, where it believes it is on track to reverse a punishing slide in sales with the launch of some 10

Nissan to spend $1.4 billion in China, ditching 'slow' response to fast market
Asia|Crime|Travel|World

How militants attacked tourists in Kashmir's Pahalgam, and India's response

At least 26 people died and 17 others were injured when suspected militants opened fire at a popular tourist spot in the Pahalgam region of India's Jammu and Kashmir territory

How militants attacked tourists in Kashmir's Pahalgam, and India's response
Asia|Business|Finance|Stock Markets

China's Great Wall Motor is seeking to produce vehicles in Brazil, chairman says

Great Wall Motor is looking for opportunities to use Brazil as a base for vehicle production and expand to nearby regions, the Chinese carmaker's chairman said in Shanghai on

China's Great Wall Motor is seeking to produce vehicles in Brazil, chairman says
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets

Japan lawmakers urge pension fund to invest in domestic private equity

A group of Japan's ruling party lawmakers on Wednesday called on the country's top public pension fund GPIF to expand investment in domestic private equity and

Japan lawmakers urge pension fund to invest in domestic private equity
Americas|Asia|Business|Economy|US|World

Hapag-Lloyd says 30% of China's US bound shipments have been cancelled

Hapag-Lloyd customers have cancelled 30% of shipments to the United States from China, spooked by the trade conflict between the world's two largest

Hapag-Lloyd says 30% of China's US bound shipments have been cancelled
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|World

Thailand may need $15 billion of stimulus to cope with US tariffs, minister says

Thailand may need at least 500 billion baht ($15 billion) for economic stimulus measures to address the impact of U.S. tariffs, its finance minister said on Wednesday.

Thailand may need $15 billion of stimulus to cope with US tariffs, minister says
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Indonesia's Q1 FDI up 12.7% y/y to nearly $14 billion, minister says

Indonesia's foreign direct investment in the first three months of 2025 reached 230.4 trillion rupiah ($13.67 billion), up around 12.7% year-on-year in rupiah terms, investment

Indonesia's Q1 FDI up 12.7% y/y to nearly $14 billion, minister says
Asia|Business|Economy|Environment|World

Textile giant Bangladesh pushed to recycle more waste

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Textile giant Bangladesh pushed to recycle more waste
Asia|Science|Technology|World

China lunar chief accuses US of interfering in joint space programmes with other nations

The chief designer of China's lunar exploration programme accused the United States on Wednesday of interfering in Beijing's attempts to cooperate with Europe

China lunar chief accuses US of interfering in joint space programmes with other nations
Arts|Asia|Entertainment

A new Netflix film features a hurtling Japanese bullet train with a ticking bomb

The highspeed bullet train takes center stage in Shinji Higuchi’s new film, “Bullet Train Explosion,” premiering on Netflix Wednesday

A new Netflix film features a hurtling Japanese bullet train with a ticking bomb
Asia|Business|Technology|World

BYD unveils new luxury sports car as carmakers vie for attention at China’s largest auto show

BYD unveils new luxury sports car as carmakers vie for attention at China’s largest auto show

BYD unveils new luxury sports car as carmakers vie for attention at China’s largest auto show
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets

India April business growth hits 8-month high as export orders surge, PMI shows

India's private sector growth rose to an eight-month high in April fueled by robust demand, particularly a surge in foreign orders for manufactured goods,

India April business growth hits 8-month high as export orders surge, PMI shows
Asia|Business|Economy|Environment|World

Cambodia canal's impact on Mekong questioned after China signs deal

Cambodia should share a feasibility study on the impact of a planned China-backed canal that would divert water from the rice-growing floodplains of Vietnam's Mekong

Cambodia canal's impact on Mekong questioned after China signs deal
Asia|Business|Technology

Carmaker GAC to take responsibility for safety of L4 autonomous cars, Jiemian reports

Chinese carmaker Guangzhou Automobile Group (GAC) said at the Shanghai auto show on Wednesday it would take responsibility for the safety of Level 4 autonomous driving vehicles,

Carmaker GAC to take responsibility for safety of L4 autonomous cars, Jiemian reports
Asia|Political|World

Philippines to receive second batch of BrahMos missile system from India

The Philippines is set to receive its second batch of BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles from India, its defence secretary said on Wednesday, which should bolster the country's

Philippines to receive second batch of BrahMos missile system from India
Asia|Political|World

Taiwan former Vice President Chen to attend Pope's funeral

Taiwan's former Vice President Chen Chien-jen will attend Pope Francis' funeral, Taiwan's Foreign Ministry said on Wednesday, adding that he will go as the envoy of Taiwan President

Taiwan former Vice President Chen to attend Pope's funeral
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology

Chinese e-commerce platforms to end refund-without-returns amid weak economy, sources say

Chinese authorities have asked e-commerce platform operators to stop insisting on merchants refunding customers without requiring the return of goods, to alleviate

Chinese e-commerce platforms to end refund-without-returns amid weak economy, sources say
Asia|Crime|World

Indian-controlled Kashmir has been the scene of many violent attacks in past decades

At least 26 people were killed and more than a dozen injured after gunmen opened fire on a group of tourists in Indian-controlled Kashmir

Indian-controlled Kashmir has been the scene of many violent attacks in past decades
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets

BOJ to raise rates in Q3 though Trump tariffs will disrupt policy normalisation: Reuters poll

The Bank of Japan is likely to hold its key interest rate through June, showed a Reuters survey of economists, with a 25-basis-point hike next quarter expected by

BOJ to raise rates in Q3 though Trump tariffs will disrupt policy normalisation: Reuters poll
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|World

Trade war, safety concerns take centre stage at Shanghai auto show

China's annual auto shows have become the world's premier showcase for the rise of ever-cheaper, high-tech electric vehicles

Trade war, safety concerns take centre stage at Shanghai auto show
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World

Mercedes CEO urges EU to find equitable solution to China-made EV tariff dispute

Mercedes-Benz CEO Ola Källenius said on Wednesday the German automaker was urging the European Union to find an "equitable solution" to create a level-playing

Mercedes CEO urges EU to find equitable solution to China-made EV tariff dispute
Asia|Business|Economy

Cathay Pacific expects lower US-China air cargo demand from tariffs impact

Cathay Pacific Airways, one of Asia's largest air freight carriers, expects air cargo demand between mainland China and the United States. to soften as tariff hikes between Washington

Cathay Pacific expects lower US-China air cargo demand from tariffs impact
Asia|Political|World

Former Taiwan vice president to attend Pope Francis funeral

A former Taiwan vice president will attend this weekend's funeral of Pope Francis as the special envoy of President Lai Ching-te, the island's foreign ministry said on Wednesday

Former Taiwan vice president to attend Pope Francis funeral
Asia|Business|Technology

Chinese automaker Zeekr debuts first hybrid model at Shanghai auto show

Chinese automaker Zeekr debuted its first hybrid model the Zeekr 9X luxury SUV at the Shanghai auto show on Wednesday.

Chinese automaker Zeekr debuts first hybrid model at Shanghai auto show
Asia|Business|Technology

Zhipu AI ramps up overseas expansion strategy ahead of IPO

SINGAPORE - China's Zhipu AI is ramping up its overseas expansion through a partnership with Alibaba Cloud, an executive said on Wednesday, as the startup prepares for an initial public offering.

Zhipu AI ramps up overseas expansion strategy ahead of IPO
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|World

Sri Lanka's economy to grow 3.5% in 2025 despite US tariff headwinds, World Bank says

Sri Lanka is on track to post growth of 3.5% this year, the World Bank said in its latest report on Wednesday, unchanged from its October forecast, but faces

Sri Lanka's economy to grow 3.5% in 2025 despite US tariff headwinds, World Bank says
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets

BOJ calls on Japan banks to be vigilant against trade policy risks

Japanese banks must monitor various risks associated with high levels of uncertainty over global trade policies, the Bank of Japan said on Wednesday, as U.S.

BOJ calls on Japan banks to be vigilant against trade policy risks
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|World

Musk says Tesla's Optimus humanoid robots affected by China's export curbs on rare earths

Tesla CEO Elon Musk said on Tuesday that the production of its Optimus humanoid robots had been affected by China's export restrictions of rare earth magnets.

Musk says Tesla's Optimus humanoid robots affected by China's export curbs on rare earths
Asia|Business|Technology|World

BMW to integrate DeepSeek AI in its new vehicles in China later this year

German automaker BMW plans to start integrating artificial intelligence from Chinese startup DeepSeek in its new models in China from later this year, CEO Oliver Zipse said at the

BMW to integrate DeepSeek AI in its new vehicles in China later this year
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Trump tariffs threaten to pile more pain on Thailand's rice sector

Thai farmer Daeng Donsingha was already worried for her family of nine when rice prices in the world's second-largest

Trump tariffs threaten to pile more pain on Thailand's rice sector
Asia|Business|Economy|US|World

South Korea to seek speedy solution on auto tariffs in US trade talks

South Korea's Industry Minister Ahn Duk-geun said on Wednesday that Seoul will seek a speedy solution over auto tariffs in trade talks with U.S.

South Korea to seek speedy solution on auto tariffs in US trade talks
Asia|Business|Technology

China's Leapmotor says it delivered 8,000 B10 SUVs within 13 days

Leapmotor has delivered 8,000 units of B10 SUVs within 13 days of launch, with more than half of the orders being the lidar version, Cao Li, the electric vehicle maker's vice

China's Leapmotor says it delivered 8,000 B10 SUVs within 13 days
Asia|Business|Political|World

China asks Korea not to supply products using rare earths to US defence firms, paper reports

Beijing recently asked South Korean companies not to ship products containing China's rare earth minerals to U.S. defence firms, the Korea Economic Daily reported on Tuesday, citing

China asks Korea not to supply products using rare earths to US defence firms, paper reports
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Militants kill at least 26 tourists at a resort in Indian-controlled Kashmir

Indian police say gunmen have killed at least 26 tourists at a resort in Indian-controlled Kashmir

Militants kill at least 26 tourists at a resort in Indian-controlled Kashmir
Asia|Europe|Political|World

Zelenskiy says Chinese citizens working at drone production site in Russia

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Tuesday that Chinese citizens were working at a drone production site in Russia and suggested that Moscow may have "stolen" drone technology from

Zelenskiy says Chinese citizens working at drone production site in Russia
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Vance calls for greater ties with India, hails progress on trade talks

U.S. Vice President JD Vance has called for greater collaboration with India in sectors such as defense, energy and technology

Vance calls for greater ties with India, hails progress on trade talks
Asia|Business|Finance|Political|Stock Markets

Wall Street rallies and recovers Monday's losses as the dollar and US bond market steady

U.S. stocks jumped in a widespread rally and more than made up for their sharp drops from the day before

Wall Street rallies and recovers Monday's losses as the dollar and US bond market steady
Asia|Crime|World

At least 20 feared killed in militant attack on tourists in Indian Kashmir, security sources say

At least 20 people were feared killed after suspected militants opened fire on tourists in India's Jammu and Kashmir territory on Tuesday, three security

At least 20 feared killed in militant attack on tourists in Indian Kashmir, security sources say
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Oil prices settle up nearly 2% on new Iran sanctions, equities rally

Oil prices settled more than $1 per barrel higher on Tuesday as new U.S. sanctions against Iran and rising equity markets helped spark a recovery rally from the

Oil prices settle up nearly 2% on new Iran sanctions, equities rally
Asia|Political|World

Trump: Deeply disturbing news out of Kashmir, US supports India

India has the full support of the United States, President Donald Trump said on Tuesday after suspected militants opened fire on tourists in India's Jammu and Kashmir territory,

Trump: Deeply disturbing news out of Kashmir, US supports India
Asia|MidEast|Political|World

China says Iran's foreign minister will visit on Wednesday

Iran's Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araqchi will visit China on April 23 at the invitation of China, the Chinese foreign ministry announced on Tuesday.

China says Iran's foreign minister will visit on Wednesday
Asia|Australia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets

Stocks rebound, dollar gains; earnings, U.S.-China tariff talks in focus

U.S. stocks rebounded on Tuesday from the previous day's selloff as investors focused on earnings, while the dollar rose after U.S.

Stocks rebound, dollar gains; earnings, U.S.-China tariff talks in focus
Asia|World

The Latest: Pope Francis lies in state ahead of his funeral, set for Saturday

Pope Francis’ funeral has been set for Saturday at 10 a.m. in St. Peter’s Square, and a viewing of his body will begin on Wednesday in St. Peter’s Basilica, days after the popular pontiff died at age 88

The Latest: Pope Francis lies in state ahead of his funeral, set for Saturday
Asia|Crime|World

Major militant attacks in India's restive Kashmir region

At least 20 people were feared dead after suspected militants opened fire on them in India's Himalayan territory of Jammu and Kashmir on Tuesday, with officials saying it was one

Major militant attacks in India's restive Kashmir region
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

IMF cuts Japan's growth forecast as Trump tariffs bite

The International Monetary Fund on Tuesday cut its economic growth forecast for Japan and projected the central bank would lift interest rates at a slower-than-

IMF cuts Japan's growth forecast as Trump tariffs bite
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology

VW Group pitches comeback in China with new models, in-house assisted driving

Volkswagen Group showcased five new models developed for China and an in-house assisted driving system on Tuesday in Shanghai as it fights to win back share

VW Group pitches comeback in China with new models, in-house assisted driving
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

'China Track' bank netting system shields Russia-China trade from Western eyes

Major Russian banks have set up a netting payments system dubbed "The China Track" for transactions with China, aiming to reduce their visibility to Western regulators and mitigate

'China Track' bank netting system shields Russia-China trade from Western eyes
Asia|Business|Economy|World

IMF cuts India's growth forecast amid tariff uncertainty

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) on Tuesday cut its economic growth forecast for India for the current fiscal year, citing increased trade tensions and global uncertainty.

IMF cuts India's growth forecast amid tariff uncertainty
Asia|World

Tears, memories as fervently Catholic East Timor mourns Pope Francis

More than 1,500 people packed into a cathedral in East Timor on Tuesday and an overspill of hundreds swarmed outside as one of the world's most devoutly Roman

Tears, memories as fervently Catholic East Timor mourns Pope Francis
Asia|Europe|Political|World

China urges UK and EU to uphold multilateral trade in face of US tariffs

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi urged Britain and the European Union on Tuesday to safeguard multilateral trading systems, as Beijing seeks to rally support from trading partners

China urges UK and EU to uphold multilateral trade in face of US tariffs
Asia|Political|World

Myanmar junta extends ceasefire to support earthquake relief, state media says

Myanmar's ruling military has extended a temporary ceasefire in its conflict with rebels to April 30, in a move to expedite relief and rebuilding efforts following a devastating earthquake

Myanmar junta extends ceasefire to support earthquake relief, state media says
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|US

Want evidence Trump’s tariffs are upending the global economy? Here it is

Want evidence Trump’s tariffs are upending the global economy? Here it is

Want evidence Trump’s tariffs are upending the global economy? Here it is
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

China urges Japan to help fight US tariffs together, Kyodo reports

Chinese Premier Li Qiang has sent a letter to Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba calling for a coordinated response to U.S.

China urges Japan to help fight US tariffs together, Kyodo reports
Asia|Business|Economy

Indian economy less vulnerable to global headwinds, says cenbank

India's economy is relatively less vulnerable to global headwinds, and calibrated policy support could help the country turn current volatility into an opportunity, the Reserve Bank

Indian economy less vulnerable to global headwinds, says cenbank
Asia|Political|World

Heading for Vatican, cardinal recalls Pope Francis' love for East Timor

The first ever cardinal of Roman Catholic-majority East Timor had barely had time to process the news of Pope Francis' death when he received the summons

Heading for Vatican, cardinal recalls Pope Francis' love for East Timor
Africa|Americas|Asia|Australia|Environment|Europe|Travel|World

24 of the world’s most unusual landscapes

24 of the world’s most unusual landscapes

24 of the world’s most unusual landscapes
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance

HSBC China's top wealth banker reassigned, Asia wealth head relocates to Shanghai

HSBC's top wealth manager overseeing China will leave the role soon in an Asian leadership reshuffle, as the lender also cuts hundreds of jobs from its digital

HSBC China's top wealth banker reassigned, Asia wealth head relocates to Shanghai
Asia|Political|World

China expresses condolences over death of Pope Francis

China's foreign ministry on Tuesday expressed condolences over the death of Pope Francis, but said it had no information to share on who might attend the funeral.

China expresses condolences over death of Pope Francis
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology

Taiwan March export orders miss forecast, China drags

Taiwan's export orders rose less than expected in March, as strong demand for artificial intelligence (AI) applications was offset by slower demand from China, with the government

Taiwan March export orders miss forecast, China drags
Asia|Political|Science|Technology|World

Russia's Rosatom says will proceed with Myanmar nuclear plant despite quake

A plan to build a nuclear power plant will continue in Myanmar, a war-torn Southeast Asian country partly devastated by a massive earthquake in March, the

Russia's Rosatom says will proceed with Myanmar nuclear plant despite quake
Asia|Crime|World

Thailand convicts ex-prosecutors in fugitive Red Bull heir hit-and-run case

A court in Thailand on Tuesday convicted two former prosecutors for misconduct in connection with a high-profile hit-and-run case involving the fugitive heir to the Red Bull energy

Thailand convicts ex-prosecutors in fugitive Red Bull heir hit-and-run case
Asia|MidEast|Political|World

Outpouring of grief over Pope Francis' death in largest Muslim-majority country Indonesia

Pope Francis's death has elicited an outpouring of grief in Indonesia, with tributes in the world's largest Muslim-majority country praising the pontiff's

Outpouring of grief over Pope Francis' death in largest Muslim-majority country Indonesia
Asia|Business|Technology

A 5-minute charge to go 320 miles. Chinese EV battery giant CATL says its tech is even better than Tesla-killer BYD’s

A 5-minute charge to go 320 miles. Chinese EV battery giant CATL says its tech is even better than Tesla-killer BYD’s

A 5-minute charge to go 320 miles. Chinese EV battery giant CATL says its tech is even better than Tesla-killer BYD’s
Asia|Political|World

Pope’s death receives muted official response in China, which has a tense relationship with the Vatican

Pope’s death receives muted official response in China, which has a tense relationship with the Vatican

Pope’s death receives muted official response in China, which has a tense relationship with the Vatican
Asia|Business|Technology

China's cutthroat EV revolution leaves little margin for profit

As the sun set over Hong Kong's Victoria Harbour, well-dressed social media influencers swarmed a lineup of sleek electric vehicles from

China's cutthroat EV revolution leaves little margin for profit
Asia|Political|World

China sends team to Myanmar to monitor ceasefire, foreign ministry says

China has recently sent a team to Myanmar to monitor a ceasefire it brokered between the country's ruling military and a rebel group, China's foreign ministry said on Tuesday,

China sends team to Myanmar to monitor ceasefire, foreign ministry says
Asia|Business|Economy

Toyota, Daimler near merger of truck units, Nikkei Asia reports

Toyota Motor unit Hino Motors and Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus, a subsidiary of Germany's Daimler Truck, are moving to finalise a merger agreement, Nikkei Asia reported on Tuesday.

Toyota, Daimler near merger of truck units, Nikkei Asia reports
Asia|Political|World

'A true father to us' - Filipinos mourn Pope Francis

Filipinos knelt before a framed photo of Pope Francis surrounded by flowers and candles inside the Manila Cathedral on Tuesday for a solemn Mass

'A true father to us' - Filipinos mourn Pope Francis
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

Japan sees little scope for grand deal on yen in talks with U.S

When Japanese Finance Minister Katsunobu Kato meets his U.S. counterpart Scott Bessent in Washington this week, the yen is shaping up to be a major

Japan sees little scope for grand deal on yen in talks with U.S
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|World

Japan business lobby chief says rapid forex fluctuation undesirable

The head of Japanese business lobby Keidanren, Masakazu Tokura, on Tuesday said rapid foreign exchange fluctuation is undesirable and that currencies must stabilise as much as

Japan business lobby chief says rapid forex fluctuation undesirable
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology

Mercedes unveils new luxury electric limousine van series

German carmaker Mercedes-Benz unveiled on Tuesday a new all-electric luxury limousine van series called "Vision V" with some of the vehicles to be produced in

Mercedes unveils new luxury electric limousine van series
Asia|Business|Economy|Political

Thai PM says US tariff negotiations postponed to review 'issues'

Thailand's negotiations with Washington on steep trade tariffs were postponed because the United States has asked Bangkok to review important issues, Prime Minister Paetongtarn

Thai PM says US tariff negotiations postponed to review 'issues'
Asia|Economy|Political

Taiwan cabinet to ask parliament to unfreeze $4 billion amid budget standoff

Taiwan's cabinet said on Tuesday it will ask the opposition controlled legislature to release more than $4 billion in funds frozen as part of a stand-off over this year's budget,

Taiwan cabinet to ask parliament to unfreeze $4 billion amid budget standoff
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|US

South Korea's acting president Han expects positive outcome from US trade talks

South Korea's acting president Han Duck-soo expects this week's trade talks with the United States to pave the way for a mutually beneficial outcome, he said during a

South Korea's acting president Han expects positive outcome from US trade talks
Asia|Business|Political

China ramps up business charm offensive towards Taiwan alongside political pressure, study shows

Nearly 40,000 Taiwanese joined industry events in China such as conferences and trade fairs supported by the Chinese government in 2024, a study showed on Tuesday, as

China ramps up business charm offensive towards Taiwan alongside political pressure, study shows
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|US

Vietnam cracks down on fraud on US exports, document shows

Vietnam's trade ministry has issued a directive to crack down on illegal transhipment of goods to the United States and other trading partners as it tries to

Vietnam cracks down on fraud on US exports, document shows
Asia|Business|Economy|Stock Markets

'For our country': China's patriots are buying the dip

Cao Mingjie had never traded stocks before Donald Trump's "Liberation Day".

'For our country': China's patriots are buying the dip
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|US

India under tariff pressure to give Amazon and Walmart full market access, FT reports

U.S.

India under tariff pressure to give Amazon and Walmart full market access, FT reports
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Technology

Walmart-backed Flipkart to shift base back to India from Singapore

Flipkart will shift its holding company from Singapore to India, the e-commerce company said on Tuesday, as its parent Walmart aims to take the 17-year-old company public.

Walmart-backed Flipkart to shift base back to India from Singapore
Asia|Business|Economy

Thai industrial sentiment drops in March, US tariffs a concern

Thailand's industrial sentiment in March fell for the first time in three months, with a future index pointing to a further fall on concerns about U.S. tariffs, the Federation of

Thai industrial sentiment drops in March, US tariffs a concern
Asia|Business|Europe|Technology

China's Nio delays Europe launch of Firefly EV to third quarter

China's Nio said on Tuesday it would launch its Firefly electric vehicle in Europe in the third quarter, later than initially forecast, after it underestimated challenges involved

China's Nio delays Europe launch of Firefly EV to third quarter
Asia|Economy|Education|Political|US|World

Trump visa cuts and tariff hikes turn Chinese students away from American Dream

When 25-year-old biology student Yao's PhD program enrollment was deferred due to funding cuts at her U.S. university, she joined a growing list of

Trump visa cuts and tariff hikes turn Chinese students away from American Dream
Americas|Asia|Australia|Business|Europe|Finance

Nomura to buy Macquarie's US, European asset management units for $1.8 billion

Nomura is acquiring Macquarie Group's U.S. and European public asset management businesses for $1.8 billion, marking the Japanese investment bank's most

Nomura to buy Macquarie's US, European asset management units for $1.8 billion
Asia|Business|Economy

China's Q1 automobile exports up 16% y/y, industry official says

China's automobile exports reached 1.54 million units in the first quarter of the year, up 16% compared with the same period a year earlier, an industry official said.

China's Q1 automobile exports up 16% y/y, industry official says
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Sino-US trade war redrawing global LPG trading, outlook

The global liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) market is facing an upheaval as high tariffs on U.S. imports force Chinese buyers to swap

Sino-US trade war redrawing global LPG trading, outlook
Asia|Business|Economy|US

US finalizes tariffs on Southeast Asian solar imports

U.S. trade officials finalized steep tariff levels on most solar cells from Southeast Asia, a key step toward wrapping up a year-old trade case in which American manufacturers accused

US finalizes tariffs on Southeast Asian solar imports
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Vance and Modi meet in New Delhi to discuss trade deal and avoid US tariffs

U.S. Vice President JD Vance has held talks with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi as New Delhi looks to avoid U.S. tariffs, negotiate a bilateral trade deal with Washington and strengthen ties with the Trump administration

Vance and Modi meet in New Delhi to discuss trade deal and avoid US tariffs
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Wall Street and the dollar tumble as investors retreat further from the United States

Wall Street weakened as investors worldwide get more skeptical about U.S. investments because of President Donald Trump’s trade war and his criticism of the Federal Reserve, which are shaking the traditional order

Wall Street and the dollar tumble as investors retreat further from the United States
Asia|Business|Economy|MidEast|Political|World

Oil falls over 2% on signs of progress in US-Iran talks, demand fears

Oil prices fell more than 2% on Monday on signs of progress in talks between the U.S. and Iran, while investors remained concerned about economic headwinds from

Oil falls over 2% on signs of progress in US-Iran talks, demand fears
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

US stocks, dollar slide; Trump's attacks on Fed chair fuel anxiety

Major U.S. stock indexes dropped and the dollar index slid to a three-year low on Monday as U.S.

US stocks, dollar slide; Trump's attacks on Fed chair fuel anxiety
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Modi, Vance tout progress on India-US trade deal

U.S.

Modi, Vance tout progress on India-US trade deal
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|World

US investor Cameron offers $5 billion for Kazakh mining giant, ERG says no sale talks

U.S. businessman James Cameron has offered to buy mining giant Eurasian Resources Group for $5 billion, a letter he sent to its board showed, as the company prepares

US investor Cameron offers $5 billion for Kazakh mining giant, ERG says no sale talks
Asia|Political|US|World

US general says allied forces can repel Asia aggression as Philippines combat drills open

Thousands of allied American and Filipino forces have opened annual combat drills that will include simulating the defense of the Philippine archipelago and seas in a battle scenario that has antagonized China

US general says allied forces can repel Asia aggression as Philippines combat drills open
Africa|Americas|Asia|Crime|Technology|World

Billion-dollar cyberscam industry spreading globally, UN says

Asian crime syndicates behind the multibillion-dollar cyberscam industry are expanding globally including to South America and Africa, as raids in Southeast Asia

Billion-dollar cyberscam industry spreading globally, UN says
Africa|Americas|Asia|Business|Crime|World

UN researchers warn that Asian scam operations are spreading across the rest of the world

A new U.N. report warns that transnational organized crime groups in East and Southeast Asia are spreading their lucrative scam operations across the globe in response to increased crackdowns by authorities

UN researchers warn that Asian scam operations are spreading across the rest of the world
Asia|Business|Technology

Google settles India's antitrust probe in Android TV case

India's competition regulator said on Monday it has approved the settlement proposal of Alphabet's Google in the Android TV case, under which it had charged the company over anticompetitive

Google settles India's antitrust probe in Android TV case
Asia|Business|Food|Technology

China's JD.com calls out anti-competitive pressures on food delivery couriers

Chinese e-commerce giant JD.com highlighted anti-competitive

China's JD.com calls out anti-competitive pressures on food delivery couriers
Asia|Business|Economy|Election|Political|Stock Markets

TSX opens lower as Trump's Fed criticism shakes markets

Canada's main stock index opened lower on Monday, dragged by losses in energy shares, while U.S.

TSX opens lower as Trump's Fed criticism shakes markets
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Philippines Marcos describes Pope Francis as "best pope in my lifetime"

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr on Monday described Pope Francis as the "best pope in my lifetime," as he expressed deep sorrow over his passing.

Philippines Marcos describes Pope Francis as "best pope in my lifetime"
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|US

S.Korea braces for tough US trade talks, liberal party issues caution

South Korea's acting President Han Duck-soo said on Monday he expected trade talks with the United States this week in Washington to be the start of

S.Korea braces for tough US trade talks, liberal party issues caution
Asia|Business|Economy|Political

China central bank urges state-owned businesses to prioritise yuan in overseas expansion

China's central bank said on Monday it was encouraging state-owned enterprises to prioritise yuan usage in payment and settlement in their overseas expansion, in what is seen as an

China central bank urges state-owned businesses to prioritise yuan in overseas expansion
Asia|Political|World

East Timor president says death of Pope Francis a 'tremendous loss' for the world

East Timor President Jose Ramos-Horta said on Monday the death of Pope Francis, the first Latin American leader of the Roman Catholic Church, was a tremendous loss for the world, not just

East Timor president says death of Pope Francis a 'tremendous loss' for the world
Asia|Political|World

Taiwan sends condolences to Vatican, one of its few allies, on death of Pope Francis

Taiwan will send envoys of the "appropriate level" to Pope Francis' funeral given the deep friendship between the island and the Vatican, the Taiwanese foreign ministry said on

Taiwan sends condolences to Vatican, one of its few allies, on death of Pope Francis
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology

South Korea's LG Energy Solution pulls out of Indonesia EV battery investment

South Korea's LG Energy Solution has formally withdrawn from a 142 trillion rupiah ($8.45 billion) project to develop electric vehicle battery making in Indonesia, the company said

South Korea's LG Energy Solution pulls out of Indonesia EV battery investment
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BOJ likely to keep rate-hike signal intact despite Trump tariff risks, sources say

The Bank of Japan is expected to signal next week that risks from higher U.S. tariffs will not derail a cycle of rising wages and inflation seen as crucial to keep

BOJ likely to keep rate-hike signal intact despite Trump tariff risks, sources say
Asia|Business|Technology

Huawei readies new AI chip for mass shipment as China seeks Nvidia alternatives, sources say

Huawei Technologies plans to begin mass shipments of its advanced 910C artificial intelligence chip to Chinese customers as early as next

Huawei readies new AI chip for mass shipment as China seeks Nvidia alternatives, sources say
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Russia's slowing economic growth cuts demand for Chinese imports

Slowing economic growth and reduced demand for large purchases like cars, electronics and household appliances have curtailed the volume of Russia's

Russia's slowing economic growth cuts demand for Chinese imports
Asia|Business|Economy|Political

South Korea's economic growth likely stalled again in Q1

South Korea's economy barely grew last quarter as persistent global trade risks and weak domestic demand continued to sap momentum, a Reuters poll of economists

South Korea's economic growth likely stalled again in Q1
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Beijing warns countries against colluding with US to restrict trade with China

Beijing warns countries against colluding with US to restrict trade with China

Beijing warns countries against colluding with US to restrict trade with China
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Drones can deliver supplies on Mount Everest this year, and it may change climbing forever

Drones can deliver supplies on Mount Everest this year, and it may change climbing forever

Drones can deliver supplies on Mount Everest this year, and it may change climbing forever
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance

Bank Indonesia to hold rates on April 23 as FX concerns outweigh growth risks

Bank Indonesia will hold interest rates steady on Wednesday to support the under-pressure rupiah, despite growing concerns of slowing economic growth driven by

Bank Indonesia to hold rates on April 23 as FX concerns outweigh growth risks
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance

Asian bonds draw largest foreign inflows in seven months on rate cut hopes

Asian bonds attracted the largest monthly foreign inflows in seven months in March, driven by hopes of rate cuts from regional central banks and their appeal as a haven as global assets

Asian bonds draw largest foreign inflows in seven months on rate cut hopes
Asia|Business|Economy

Thai exports posting higher growth in March, commerce minister says

Thailand's export growth in March was higher than February's 14% annual rise, while tariff negotiations with the United States set for this week are expected to proceed positively,

Thai exports posting higher growth in March, commerce minister says
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China to retaliate with sanctions on US officials, NGO leaders over Hong Kong issues

China will sanction U.S. officials, lawmakers and leaders of non-governmental organizations who Chinese officials say have performed poorly on Hong Kong issues in a retaliatory move against Washington

China to retaliate with sanctions on US officials, NGO leaders over Hong Kong issues
Asia|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets

Trump tariff worries spur record overseas demand for JGBs

The longest-dated Japanese government bonds attracted record foreign demand last month as money shifted out of U.S. debt in search of other safe havens as President Donald

Trump tariff worries spur record overseas demand for JGBs
Asia|Business|Technology

At China auto show, EV makers to grapple with autonomous-tech crackdown, launch Tesla 'killers'

More than 70 Chinese and international automotive brands will showcase more than 100 new or refreshed models at the Shanghai auto show this week, intensifying already cutthroat

At China auto show, EV makers to grapple with autonomous-tech crackdown, launch Tesla 'killers'
Asia|Political|US|World

China sanctions US congress members, officials and NGO heads

China has imposed sanctions on some U.S. congress members, government officials as well as heads of non-governmental organisations for "egregious behaviour on Hong Kong-related

China sanctions US congress members, officials and NGO heads
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance

Philippines posts $2 billion balance of payment deficit in March

The Philippines' overall balance of payments position hit a deficit of $2 billion in March from a surplus of $3.1 billion in February, the central bank said on Monday.

Philippines posts $2 billion balance of payment deficit in March
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets

High chance of S.Korean stocks joining developed market index: regulator

The vice chief of South Korea's financial regulatory agency said on Monday there is a high likelihood of the country's stock market being included in a key developed market index in

High chance of S.Korean stocks joining developed market index: regulator
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

China warns countries against striking trade deals with US at its expense

China on Monday accused Washington of abusing tariffs and warned countries against striking a broader economic deal with the United States at its expense,

China warns countries against striking trade deals with US at its expense
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|Technology|World

Second Boeing jet starts return from China, tracker shows

A second Boeing jet intended for use by a Chinese airline was heading back to the U.S. on Monday, flight tracking data showed, in what appeared to be another victim of the tit-for-tat

Second Boeing jet starts return from China, tracker shows
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Philippines, US launch joint combat drills in 'full battle test'

More than 14,000 Filipino and American soldiers kicked off annual military exercises on Monday for a "full battle test" between the two defence treaty allies in the

Philippines, US launch joint combat drills in 'full battle test'
Asia|MidEast|Political|World

Iran's top diplomat to visit China on Tuesday

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi will visit China on Tuesday, foreign ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei said on Monday, ahead of a third round of nuclear talks between

Iran's top diplomat to visit China on Tuesday
Americas|Asia|Business|Entertainment|Technology

Nintendo faces trade war test with Switch 2 launch

Nintendo's Switch became a source of much-needed escapism during pandemic restrictions.

Nintendo faces trade war test with Switch 2 launch
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

China and Indonesia agree to boost maritime security cooperation in South China Sea despite tensions

Indonesia and China say they have committed to maritime cooperation promoting safety and security in the South China Sea

China and Indonesia agree to boost maritime security cooperation in South China Sea despite tensions
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Japan to voice concern over US trade deal inconsistency, PM Ishiba says

Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba said on Monday Tokyo has no plan to terminate a trade deal struck with the U.S. in 2019, but will keep voicing "grave concern"

Japan to voice concern over US trade deal inconsistency, PM Ishiba says
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Malaysia says respects multilateralism, will continue to engage China, EU, U.S

Malaysia respects the principle of multilateralism and will continue to engage with trading partners such as China, the European Union and the United States, its trade minister

Malaysia says respects multilateralism, will continue to engage China, EU, U.S
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India hopes to conclude trade pact with US this year, finance minister says

India hopes to "positively conclude" the first part of a trade pact with the United States by this autumn, finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman said on Monday as she started on a

India hopes to conclude trade pact with US this year, finance minister says
Asia|Business|Economy|Food

US beef off the menu as the trade war hits Beijing's American-style restaurants

At Home Plate BBQ, an American-style restaurant in Beijing, staff are reprinting menus.

US beef off the menu as the trade war hits Beijing's American-style restaurants
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

China's foreign minister calls on Indonesia to oppose unilateralism

China's foreign minister said on Monday that China and Indonesia should oppose "any form" of unilateralism and trade protectionism at a press conference on Monday.

China's foreign minister calls on Indonesia to oppose unilateralism
Asia|Business|Economy

Indonesia March trade surplus, wider than expected, hits 4-month high

Indonesia reported on Monday a $4.33 billion trade surplus in March, more than expected and the widest in four months as shipments beat

Indonesia March trade surplus, wider than expected, hits 4-month high
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology

Malaysia Airlines eyes new Boeing jets should China reject them

Malaysia Airlines' parent company, Malaysia Aviation Group, is talking to Boeing about acquiring new jets that become available if Chinese airlines stop taking deliveries, its

Malaysia Airlines eyes new Boeing jets should China reject them
Asia|Election|Political

South Korea's presidential frontrunner vows to address 'Korea Discount'

South Korea's leading presidential candidate, Lee Jae-myung, pledged on Monday to revive legislation to curb abuses by controlling shareholders, as part

South Korea's presidential frontrunner vows to address 'Korea Discount'
Asia|Science|Sports|Technology

Chinese robots ran against humans in the world’s first humanoid half-marathon. They lost by a mile

Chinese robots ran against humans in the world’s first humanoid half-marathon. They lost by a mile

Chinese robots ran against humans in the world’s first humanoid half-marathon. They lost by a mile
Asia|Business|Crime|Economy|Finance|Political

Vietnam central bank preparing restructuring plan for troubled lender SCB

Vietnam's central bank is drafting a plan to restructure the troubled Saigon Joint Stock Commercial Bank, the lender at the centre of the country's biggest financial fraud on record,

Vietnam central bank preparing restructuring plan for troubled lender SCB
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Indians battle respiratory issues, skin rashes in world's most polluted town

Two-year-old Sumaiya Ansari, a resident of India's Byrnihat town which is ranked the world's most polluted metropolitan area by Swiss Group IQAir, was

Indians battle respiratory issues, skin rashes in world's most polluted town