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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
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Political

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|Political|World

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|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|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|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
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|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|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|Technology|Travel|World

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|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
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|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|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|Political|US|World

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|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
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|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
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|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|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
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|Political|World

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|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|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|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|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|Business|Economy|Political|US

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|Political|World

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
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

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
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

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
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|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
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|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|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
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|Business|Political|US|World

China Cosco Shipping protests US port fees

Chinese ports operator Cosco Shipping said in a statement on Monday it opposed accusations by the United States and measures against China's shipbuilding and logistics industry.

China Cosco Shipping protests US port fees
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

South Korea finds 'Made in Korea' breaches intended to bypass US tariffs

South Korea has found increased attempts to disguise foreign products as Korean exports, primarily from China, to avoid U.S.

South Korea finds 'Made in Korea' breaches intended to bypass US tariffs
Americas|Asia|Business|Economy|US

South Korea's Hyundai, Posco agree to cooperate on US steel plant

South Korea's Hyundai Motor Group said on Monday that it has signed a memorandum of understanding with Posco Holdings for cooperation on its planned U.S. steel plant.

South Korea's Hyundai, Posco agree to cooperate on US steel plant
Asia|Environment|Health|World

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
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets

Mizuho executive calls for speedier BOJ bond tapering as rate hike pace may hit snag

The Bank of Japan should pick up the pace of tapering government bond purchases as the possibility of a pause in interest rate hikes will give the

Mizuho executive calls for speedier BOJ bond tapering as rate hike pace may hit snag
Americas|Asia|Business|Economy|Political|US

South Korea April 1-20 exports fall as US shipments drop amid tariffs

South Korea's exports for the first 20 days of April fell 5.2% from a year earlier, dragged down by U.S.-bound shipments, customs data showed on Monday, amid President Donald Trump's

South Korea April 1-20 exports fall as US shipments drop amid tariffs
Asia|Political|World

Hong Kong’s oldest pro-democracy party is shutting down as Beijing leaves no room for dissent

Hong Kong’s oldest pro-democracy party is shutting down as Beijing leaves no room for dissent

Hong Kong’s oldest pro-democracy party is shutting down as Beijing leaves no room for dissent
Asia|Sports

Vaibhav Suryavanshi, 14, makes history in sensational debut as youngest ever player in Indian Premier League history

Vaibhav Suryavanshi, 14, makes history in sensational debut as youngest ever player in Indian Premier League history

Vaibhav Suryavanshi, 14, makes history in sensational debut as youngest ever player in Indian Premier League history
Americas|Asia|Business|Economy|Political|US|World

South Korea, US, to hold trade talks this week, Seoul says

South Korea and the United States will hold trade consultations this week in Washington at the suggestion of the United States, Seoul's trade ministry said on Sunday.

South Korea, US, to hold trade talks this week, Seoul says
Americas|Asia|Business|Economy|US|World

DHL to suspend global shipments of over $800 to US consumers

DHL Express, a division of Germany's Deutsche Post, said it would suspend global business-to-consumer shipments worth over $800 to individuals in the United States from April 21, as

DHL to suspend global shipments of over $800 to US consumers
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|US

Japan seeks 'fairness' in currency talks with US, Prime Minister Ishiba says

Japan will emphasise "fairness" in any discussions with the U.S. on exchange rates, Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba said on Sunday, as bilateral trade talks grab global

Japan seeks 'fairness' in currency talks with US, Prime Minister Ishiba says
Asia|Europe|Science|Technology|World

Spacecraft brings Russians, American back to earth, Russia's space agency says

A Soyuz MS-26 spacecraft carrying Russian cosmonauts Alexey Ovchinin and Ivan Wagner and NASA astronaut Donald Pettit has returned to Earth, Russia's Roscosmos space agency reported on

Spacecraft brings Russians, American back to earth, Russia's space agency says
Asia|Science|Sports|Technology

No sweat: Humanoid robots run a Chinese half-marathon alongside flesh-and-blood competitors

In one small step for robot-kind — thousands of them, really — humanoid robots ran alongside actual humans in a half-marathon in the Chinese capital

No sweat: Humanoid robots run a Chinese half-marathon alongside flesh-and-blood competitors
Asia|MidEast|Political|World

Taliban minister expresses concern to Pakistan over Afghan repatriation drive

The Taliban's acting foreign minister on Saturday expressed "concern and sadness" during a rare meeting with Pakistan's

Taliban minister expresses concern to Pakistan over Afghan repatriation drive
Asia|Health|Political|World

Aftershocks and lack of resources hinder recovery work 3 weeks after Myanmar's deadly earthquake

Basic services have yet to be restored to the areas of Myanmar worst hit by a huge earthquake three weeks ago, and emergency workers recovering bodies and clearing debris are contending with regular aftershocks and lack of resources, humanitarian services say

Aftershocks and lack of resources hinder recovery work 3 weeks after Myanmar's deadly earthquake
Asia|Business|Finance|Stock Markets

Taiwan short-selling curbs extended again amid tariff uncertainty

Taiwan's top financial regulator said on Saturday it would extend temporary curbs on the short-selling of shares to help ensure stock market stability, and did not give an end date

Taiwan short-selling curbs extended again amid tariff uncertainty
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance

India central banker warns of dwindling money market liquidity

India's call money market faces risks of dwindling liquidity, posing challenges for monetary policy transmission, the nation's central bank chief said in a speech published on

India central banker warns of dwindling money market liquidity
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|US

China shipbuilders rip Trump's 'short-sighted' US port fees

China's shipbuilders on Saturday blasted as "short-sighted" U.S. port fees announced by President Donald Trump's administration on China-linked ships, a measure aimed at the

China shipbuilders rip Trump's 'short-sighted' US port fees
Asia|Business|Travel

China planemaker COMAC starts commercial operation in Vietnam

SHANGHAI ((Reuters)) - Two Chinese-made COMAC aircraft, branded as C909, started flying routes in Vietnam on Saturday, Commercial Aircraft Corporation of China (COMAC), the Chinese planemaker said.

China planemaker COMAC starts commercial operation in Vietnam
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Japan considering soybean, rice concessions in US tariff talks, Yomiuri reports

Japan is considering increasing its soybean and rice imports as a concession in trade negotiations with the U.S. over President Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs, Japan's Yomiuri daily

Japan considering soybean, rice concessions in US tariff talks, Yomiuri reports
Asia|Entertainment|Political|World

He’s been dead for more than 300 years. So why is this emperor angering millions today?

He’s been dead for more than 300 years. So why is this emperor angering millions today?

He’s been dead for more than 300 years. So why is this emperor angering millions today?
Asia|Environment|World

Indonesian woman turns to mangroves to fend off rising tides

Pasijah, a 55-year-old housewife in Indonesia's Central Java province, wakes up every morning to the sound of the sea.

Indonesian woman turns to mangroves to fend off rising tides
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|US

Tesla to delay US launch of affordable EV, a lower-cost Model Y, sources say

Tesla's long-awaited plans for an affordable car include a U.S-made, stripped-down version of its best-selling electric

Tesla to delay US launch of affordable EV, a lower-cost Model Y, sources say
Asia|Business|Election|Political|World

Carney says China is a foreign interference, geopolitical threat for Canada

Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney said that China is one of the largest threats with respect to foreign interference in Canada and is an emerging threat in the Arctic.

Carney says China is a foreign interference, geopolitical threat for Canada
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|US|World

New US ambassador to Japan says he's optimistic a tariffs deal can be reached

The new U.S. ambassador to Japan says he is optimistic that his country and its key Asian ally will reach a deal in their ongoing tariff negotiations

New US ambassador to Japan says he's optimistic a tariffs deal can be reached
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|US

The US wants to charge Chinese ships to dock at American ports

The US wants to charge Chinese ships to dock at American ports

The US wants to charge Chinese ships to dock at American ports
Asia|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine bans China's firms for helping Russia make missiles

Ukraine imposed sanctions on three Chinese companies on Friday claiming they were involved in production of advanced Iskander missiles, a day after President Volodymyr Zelenskiy alleged

Ukraine bans China's firms for helping Russia make missiles
Arts|Asia|Entertainment

'Star Wars' fans wave lightsabers as an upcoming film gets announced in Japan

The Force was with many Japanese, as well as visitors from abroad, at a “Star Wars” event where Lucasfilm announced that the next installation in the franchise will hit theaters in May 2027 starring Ryan Gosling

'Star Wars' fans wave lightsabers as an upcoming film gets announced in Japan
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

China's fiscal revenue falls 1.1% in January-March

China's fiscal revenue decline slowed in the first three months this year as Beijing works to shore up its economy while weathering the storm from mounting U.S. tariffs.

China's fiscal revenue falls 1.1% in January-March
Asia|World

Philippines devotees nailed to crosses to re-enact Christ's crucifixion

Christian devotees from the Philippines were nailed to a cross on Friday in a reenactment of Jesus Christ's crucifixion in the predominantly Catholic

Philippines devotees nailed to crosses to re-enact Christ's crucifixion
Asia|Business|Economy

China issues plan for expanding service sector opening-up

China on Friday issued a plan to further open the country's service sector, proposing to lift foreign equity ratio restrictions for app store services.

China issues plan for expanding service sector opening-up
Asia|Political|US|World

US will keep helping Taiwan in its self-defence, senator says in Taipei

The United States will continue to assist Taiwan with its self-defence and wants to see peace across the Taiwan Strait without coercion or the threat of force, a visiting U.S.

US will keep helping Taiwan in its self-defence, senator says in Taipei
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|US

Japan cautions about uncertainty from Trump trade policies

Japan's government warned of uncertainty over the impact of U.S. trade policies as tariffs could hurt the global economy but it also said in a monthly report on Friday that the

Japan cautions about uncertainty from Trump trade policies
Asia|Economy|Political|US|World

US lawmakers' bipartisan Taiwan visit signals support despite harsh words and tariffs from Trump

Republican and Democratic lawmakers are making their first trip to Taiwan under the new Trump administration a bipartisan one

US lawmakers' bipartisan Taiwan visit signals support despite harsh words and tariffs from Trump
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

China’s leader ends Southeast Asia tour touting Beijing's reliability vs. US tariff threats

Chinese President Xi Jinping has capped a three-nation Southeast Asian tour in Cambodia by promoting Beijing’s reliability as the region faces U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariffs that threaten its export-oriented economies

China’s leader ends Southeast Asia tour touting Beijing's reliability vs. US tariff threats
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

China pushes anti-'bullying' agenda amid tensions with US

China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi warned Global South nations that "unilateral bullying" was hurting a rules-based world, as Beijing kept up the diplomatic pressure on U.S.

China pushes anti-'bullying' agenda amid tensions with US
Asia|Europe|Political|World

China dismisses Zelenskiy's claim it is supplying weapons to Russia

China's foreign ministry dismissed as "groundless" on Friday an accusation by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy that the country had been supplying weapons to Russia.

China dismisses Zelenskiy's claim it is supplying weapons to Russia
Asia|Political|US|World

US, Japan need to 'push back' against China, US envoy says

The United States and Japan need to work together to align their defence forces in the face of an increasingly assertive China, new U.S.

US, Japan need to 'push back' against China, US envoy says
Asia|Business|Finance|Political|Stock Markets

Japan's Nikkei notches best week in 3 months on trade deal hopes

Japan's Nikkei share average rose 1% on Friday to clock its best week in three months, as investors turned more hopeful that U.S.

Japan's Nikkei notches best week in 3 months on trade deal hopes
Asia|Business|Economy|US

Toyota weighs adding US production of new RAV4 in response to tariffs, sources say

Toyota is considering producing the next version of its top-selling RAV4 SUV in the United States, three people familiar with the matter said, becoming the latest

Toyota weighs adding US production of new RAV4 in response to tariffs, sources say
Asia|Crime|Food|MidEast|Political|World

Over 170 arrested for attacks on Pakistan KFC outlets in Gaza war protests

Police have arrested scores of people in Pakistan in recent weeks after more than 10 mob attacks on outlets of U.S. fast-food chain KFC, sparked by anti-United States

Over 170 arrested for attacks on Pakistan KFC outlets in Gaza war protests
Asia|Business|Political|Technology|World

India's Modi, Musk discussed potential collaboration in technology

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to Elon Musk and talked about "various issues, including the topics we covered during our meeting in Washington DC earlier this year," he said in

India's Modi, Musk discussed potential collaboration in technology
Asia|Political|World

Myanmar junta, opposition set to extend ceasefire, Malaysia PM says

Myanmar's junta and a key opposition group have indicated they will extend a ceasefire to support more aid efforts after a devastating earthquake, Malaysia's

Myanmar junta, opposition set to extend ceasefire, Malaysia PM says
Asia|Business|Economy

Carlyle in white knight talks with Makino, say sources, as Nidec takeover battle heats up

Private equity giant Carlyle is in talks with Japan's Makino Milling Machine as a potential white knight buyer to

Carlyle in white knight talks with Makino, say sources, as Nidec takeover battle heats up
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets

China set to leave lending rates steady, but tariffs raise easing bets

China is widely expected to leave its benchmark lending rates unchanged at the monthly fixing on Monday, a Reuters survey showed, but markets are wagering on more stimulus

China set to leave lending rates steady, but tariffs raise easing bets
Asia|Business|Economy

Malaysia's economy grew 4.4% y/y in Q1, exports to U.S. surge in March

Malaysia's economy grew 4.4% in the first quarter of 2025 from a year earlier and the country's exports to the United States surged in March, data showed on Friday, as

Malaysia's economy grew 4.4% y/y in Q1, exports to U.S. surge in March
Asia|Business|Economy|Political

India plans to ease nuclear liability laws to attract foreign firms, sources say

India is planning to ease its nuclear liability laws to cap accident-related penalties on equipment suppliers, three government sources said, in a move

India plans to ease nuclear liability laws to attract foreign firms, sources say
Asia|Economy|Finance|Political|US

Japan does not manipulate FX to weaken the yen, Finance Minister says

Japan does not manipulate the currency market to weaken the yen, Finance Minister Katsunobu Kato told parliament on Friday, countering accusations from U.S.

Japan does not manipulate FX to weaken the yen, Finance Minister says
Americas|Asia|Business|Economy|Political

Indonesia says to increase US imports, lower orders from other countries

Indonesia will increase imports of U.S. food and commodities and reduce orders from countries where the Southeast Asian nation currently buys the products, chief economic minister

Indonesia says to increase US imports, lower orders from other countries
Americas|Asia|Crime|World

US YouTuber remains in custody in India after visiting restricted island with a Diet Coke can

A 24-year-old American YouTuber who visited a restricted island in the Indian Ocean last month with a Diet Coke as offering for an isolated tribe has been further detained

US YouTuber remains in custody in India after visiting restricted island with a Diet Coke can
Asia|Business|Technology

Apple's China smartphone shipments slide 9% in first quarter

Apple's shipments of smartphones in China slumped 9% in the first quarter from a year earlier and it was the only major manufacturer to see a decline,

Apple's China smartphone shipments slide 9% in first quarter
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance

BOJ will keep raising rates if inflation on track, Governor Ueda says

Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda said on Friday the central bank will keep raising interest rates if underlying inflation accelerates toward its 2% target, as it projects.

BOJ will keep raising rates if inflation on track, Governor Ueda says
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|US

Boeing jet returns to US from China amid tariff war

A Boeing jet earmarked for China was returning to the United States on Friday, flight tracking data showed, as the planemaker's

Boeing jet returns to US from China amid tariff war
Asia|Business|Economy|Stock Markets|US

Asian markets are mostly higher as Wall Street is stuck in trade war doldrums

Asian shares are mostly higher after a bumpy ride on Wall Street

Asian markets are mostly higher as Wall Street is stuck in trade war doldrums
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Japan's core inflation accelerates, complicating BOJ's rate path

Japan's core inflation accelerated in March due to persistent rises in food costs, data showed on Friday, complicating the central bank's task of weighing mounting

Japan's core inflation accelerates, complicating BOJ's rate path
Asia|Entertainment|Travel

Japanese airport given full Hello Kitty rebrand for World Expo 2025

Japanese airport given full Hello Kitty rebrand for World Expo 2025

Japanese airport given full Hello Kitty rebrand for World Expo 2025
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|US

Trump signals tit-for-tat China tariffs may be near end; TikTok deal on ice

U.S.

Trump signals tit-for-tat China tariffs may be near end; TikTok deal on ice
Asia|Business|Finance|Political|US

JPMorgan and BofA should stop work on IPO for China's CATL, lawmaker says

JPMorgan Chase & Co and Bank of America should withdraw from working on the initial public offering of Chinese electric vehicle battery giant CATL, a Republican lawmaker

JPMorgan and BofA should stop work on IPO for China's CATL, lawmaker says
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Most US stocks rise, but UnitedHealth's worst day in decades keeps Wall Street in check

Most U.S. stocks rose, but the worst drop for UnitedHealth Group in a quarter century kept Wall Street in check

Most US stocks rise, but UnitedHealth's worst day in decades keeps Wall Street in check
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast|Political|US

Oil posts weekly gain on trade deal hopes, new Iran sanctions

Oil prices settled more than 3% higher on Thursday, supported by hopes for a trade deal between the United States and the European Union and new U.S. sanctions to

Oil posts weekly gain on trade deal hopes, new Iran sanctions
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets

Citi raises three-month gold price target to $3,500 per ounce

Citi Research raised its gold price target for the next three months to $3,500 per ounce from $3,200, led by fresh buying from Chinese insurers and safe-haven flows amid tariff risks and

Citi raises three-month gold price target to $3,500 per ounce
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets

Citi lifts 0-3 month gold price target to $3,500 on China buying, safe-haven demand

Citi Research on Thursday raised its gold price target for the next three months to $3,500 per ounce from $3,200, driven by fresh gold buying from Chinese insurers and safe-haven flows

Citi lifts 0-3 month gold price target to $3,500 on China buying, safe-haven demand
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|US

Wall Street pauses stock, dollar sell-off amid trade talks

Most Wall Street stocks were little changed and the dollar ticked up on Thursday as investors took some heart from trade talks

Wall Street pauses stock, dollar sell-off amid trade talks
Asia|Europe|Political|World

Zelenskiy accuses China of supplying Russia with weapons

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Thursday China was supplying weapons and gunpowder to Russia, the first time he

Zelenskiy accuses China of supplying Russia with weapons
Asia|Business|Economy|Food|Stock Markets

Chinese tea chain Chagee valued at $6.2 billion as shares pop in Nasdaq debut

Chinese tea chain Chagee secured a valuation of $6.2 billion after its shares gained 21% in their Nasdaq debut on Thursday, defying volatility stemming from the United

Chinese tea chain Chagee valued at $6.2 billion as shares pop in Nasdaq debut
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|US

IMF sees US-China trade grievances, welcomes India tariff cuts

International Monetary Fund Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva said on Thursday that the U.S. and China both have trade grievances, but the world's two

IMF sees US-China trade grievances, welcomes India tariff cuts
Asia|MidEast|Political|World

Saudi defence minister arrives in Tehran ahead of Iran-US talks

Saudi Defence Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman arrived in Tehran on Thursday for meetings with officials in a visit ahead of weekend talks between Iran and the United States over the

Saudi defence minister arrives in Tehran ahead of Iran-US talks
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

China’s leader Xi Jinping holds talks in Cambodia to wrap up his 3-nation Southeast Asia tour

Chinese President Xi Jinping has arrived in Cambodia for a two-day state visit that serves as an opportunity to further strengthen already robust relations

China’s leader Xi Jinping holds talks in Cambodia to wrap up his 3-nation Southeast Asia tour
Asia|MidEast|Political|World

Russia removes Afghan Taliban from list of banned terrorist groups

Russia on Thursday suspended its ban on the Taliban, which it had designated for more than two decades as a terrorist organisation, in a move that paves the way for Moscow to

Russia removes Afghan Taliban from list of banned terrorist groups
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

'Resist protectionism,' China's Xi tells Cambodia as Phnom Penh seeks loans

Chinese leader Xi Jinping urged Cambodia to "resist protectionism" as he arrived in Phnom Penh on Thursday at the end of a three-nation tour of Southeast Asia, with

'Resist protectionism,' China's Xi tells Cambodia as Phnom Penh seeks loans
Asia|Business|Technology|World

Nvidia CEO stresses importance of China market in Beijing visit, Chinese state media reports

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang said on Thursday that China was a very important market for Nvidia after the U.S. imposed a ban on sales of its H20 artificial intelligence chips to the

Nvidia CEO stresses importance of China market in Beijing visit, Chinese state media reports
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|US

Dollar benefits from selling exhaustion, ECB cuts rates

The U.S. dollar gained on Thursday after its recent weakness across peer currencies appeared exhausted for the time being, while the euro weakened slightly after

Dollar benefits from selling exhaustion, ECB cuts rates
Asia|Business|Technology

Volkswagen to present in-house automated driving system for China

Volkswagen's CARIZON, a joint venture between its software subsidiary Cariad and China's Horizon Robotics, has developed the carmaker's first in-house automated driving system, it said on

Volkswagen to present in-house automated driving system for China
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Political

CEO of Singapore's DBS tells businesses to 'buckle up' for tariff uncertainty

The CEO of Singapore's biggest bank, DBS Group, Tan Su Shan, said on Thursday that businesses have to brace for heightened volatility and uncertainty triggered by U.S.

CEO of Singapore's DBS tells businesses to 'buckle up' for tariff uncertainty
Asia|Sports

Chinese grandmaster Ju Wenjun makes history by winning fifth Women’s World Chess Championship

Chinese grandmaster Ju Wenjun makes history by winning fifth Women’s World Chess Championship

Chinese grandmaster Ju Wenjun makes history by winning fifth Women’s World Chess Championship
Asia|MidEast|Political|World

Russia’s top court lifts terror group designation on Afghanistan’s Taliban

Russia’s Supreme Court has lifted a ban on Afghanistan’s Taliban, who were designated as a terrorist group more than two decades ago

Russia’s top court lifts terror group designation on Afghanistan’s Taliban
Asia|Crime|Environment|World

Four dead after dredging vessel capsizes off Philippines, says coast guard

Four people, including a Chinese national, have died and seven others are still missing off a western Philippine province after a dredging vessel carrying 25 people capsized two

Four dead after dredging vessel capsizes off Philippines, says coast guard
Africa|Asia|Crime|Sports|World

28-year-old former MLS player dies after falling from 11th floor balcony in China

28-year-old former MLS player dies after falling from 11th floor balcony in China

28-year-old former MLS player dies after falling from 11th floor balcony in China
Americas|Asia|Business|Economy|Technology

Hyundai to suspend EV production in S Korea due to slow demand, US tariffs - Yonhap

Hyundai Motor plans to temporarily suspend production of some of its electric vehicles (EVs) in South Korea due to slow demand and U.S. tariffs, Yonhap news agency reported on

Hyundai to suspend EV production in S Korea due to slow demand, US tariffs - Yonhap
Asia|MidEast|Political|World

Saudi defense minister visits Iran in highest-level trip in decades as nuclear talks proceed

Saudi defense minister visits Iran in highest-level trip in decades as nuclear talks proceed

Saudi defense minister visits Iran in highest-level trip in decades as nuclear talks proceed
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Russian Arctic oil exports to China jump helped by STS transfers, sources say

Russia’s Arctic oil exports to China are set to rise sharply this month buoyed by a jump in ship-to-ship transfers at sea to ensure tankers pulling into port

Russian Arctic oil exports to China jump helped by STS transfers, sources say
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|US

Japan finance minister 'deeply concerned' over Trump tariff impact

Japan is "deeply concerned" about global economic fallout from U.S.

Japan finance minister 'deeply concerned' over Trump tariff impact
Asia|Business|Economy

Renault chairman Senard to step down from Nissan's board

Renault Chairman Jean-Dominique Senard is to step down from Nissan's board of directors, the Japanese automaker said on Thursday, as the company tackles its declining performance.

Renault chairman Senard to step down from Nissan's board
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Thai economic growth to see hit from US tariffs, central bank says

Thailand's economic growth will be hit by U.S. tariffs on its exports, although the impact on activity won't be as great as during the

Thai economic growth to see hit from US tariffs, central bank says
Asia|Business|Finance|Political|Stock Markets

Investor concerns over Chinese ADR de-listings resurface

Investor concerns over the possible forced de-listing of Chinese companies from U.S. exchanges reemerged as the tit-for-tat trade war between the world's two largest

Investor concerns over Chinese ADR de-listings resurface
Asia|Europe|Sports

‘I will die in there before anything happens’: Why this region of Russia produces so many MMA champions

‘I will die in there before anything happens’: Why this region of Russia produces so many MMA champions

‘I will die in there before anything happens’: Why this region of Russia produces so many MMA champions
Asia|Political|World

Myanmar frees nearly 4,900 prisoners including some political detainees

The head of Myanmar’s military government has granted amnesty to nearly 4,900 prisoners to mark the country's traditional new year

Myanmar frees nearly 4,900 prisoners including some political detainees
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|US

China, US at impasse over who should start trade talks

China's commerce ministry on Thursday urged the United States to stop putting "extreme pressure" on the world's second-largest economy and demanded respect in any trade talks, but

China, US at impasse over who should start trade talks
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Lasting damage

As financial markets try to move past tariff fears, attention turns to what China will do to buffer its economy and how corporate America and business activity globally is holding

Lasting damage
Asia|Business|Economy

China releases guidelines to facilitate cross-border flows of financial data

China has released guidelines to facilitate more efficient and standardised cross-border flows of Chinese and foreign financial institutions' data, the central bank announced on

China releases guidelines to facilitate cross-border flows of financial data
Asia|Business|Finance|Stock Markets

Japan's Bridgestone more than halves value of bond offering to $350 million, say sources

Japanese tyre maker Bridgestone has more than halved the value of a planned bond offering to about 50 billion yen ($350.56 million) as underwriters

Japan's Bridgestone more than halves value of bond offering to $350 million, say sources
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|Technology|US

TSMC upbeat on outlook as robust AI demand offsets tariff uncertainty

The world's largest contract chip maker, TSMC, gave a bullish outlook for the year on robust demand for AI applications, adding that it

TSMC upbeat on outlook as robust AI demand offsets tariff uncertainty
Asia|Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

Trump includes U.S. troop costs in tariff talks with Asian allies

The tens of thousands of U.S. troops stationed in South Korea and Japan appear set to be part of President Donald Trump's tariff negotiations,

Trump includes U.S. troop costs in tariff talks with Asian allies
Asia|Education|Technology

China to rely on artificial intelligence in education reform bid

China will integrate artificial intelligence (AI) applications into teaching efforts, textbooks and the school curriculum as it moves to overhaul education, authorities said in

China to rely on artificial intelligence in education reform bid
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

Why the yen is the wrong gambit in any US-Japan trade dispute

U.S.

Why the yen is the wrong gambit in any US-Japan trade dispute
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Indonesia's trade surplus seen narrowing in March as exports contract: Reuters poll

Indonesia's trade surplus is expected to have narrowed month-on-month in March due to a likely contraction in exports and higher imports amid the Eid-al Fitr festival when

Indonesia's trade surplus seen narrowing in March as exports contract: Reuters poll
Asia|Political|World

China commends Cambodia when asked about Taiwanese deportation

China on Thursday commended the Cambodian government for following the "one China principle" when asked to comment on their deportation of Taiwanese citizens to China earlier this

China commends Cambodia when asked about Taiwanese deportation
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|US

Japan reports a $63 billion trade surplus with the US as it talks with Trump on tariffs

Japan recorded a trade deficit for the fiscal year that just ended but racked up a $63 billion surplus with the United States

Japan reports a $63 billion trade surplus with the US as it talks with Trump on tariffs
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

Malaysia trade minister to head to U.S. next week for tariff talks

Malaysia's trade minister will travel to the United States on April 24 to meet the U.S.

Malaysia trade minister to head to U.S. next week for tariff talks
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

BlueBay sells US dollars short, citing low investor confidence

RBC BlueBay Asset Management has opened short positions on the U.S. dollar, betting on the end of U.S. exceptionalism as President Donald Trump's trade war

BlueBay sells US dollars short, citing low investor confidence
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Cut shifts or ramp up output? Vietnam's exporters face dilemma amid tariff chaos

Some factory workers in Vietnam have been told to increase output of products for the U.S. market, while others have had their shifts cut to three

Cut shifts or ramp up output? Vietnam's exporters face dilemma amid tariff chaos
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology

TSMC Q1 profit surges 60%, beats forecasts

TSMC, the world's largest contract chipmaker, posted a 60% jump in first-quarter net profit on Thursday, beating market forecasts as it benefited from surging demand for

TSMC Q1 profit surges 60%, beats forecasts
Asia|Business|Technology

China bans 'smart' and 'autonomous' driving terms from vehicle ads

China is banning automakers from using the terms "smart driving" and "autonomous driving" when they advertise driving assistance features, and will tighten rules around such

China bans 'smart' and 'autonomous' driving terms from vehicle ads
Asia|Australia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets

Chinese tea firm Chagee raises $411 million in US IPO

Chinese tea firm Chagee has raised $411 million by setting the price of its shares at $28 each in its initial public offering in the United States, the company said

Chinese tea firm Chagee raises $411 million in US IPO
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

Trump hails 'big progress' in Japan tariff talks

President Donald Trump touted "big progress" in tariff talks with Japan on Wednesday, in one of the first rounds of face-to-face negotiations

Trump hails 'big progress' in Japan tariff talks
Asia|Political|World

Divided loyalties? 62 Taiwanese military members found with Chinese residency permits

At least 62 active-duty Taiwanese military members have been found holding Chinese residency permits, in the latest revelation of Chinese influence in the Taiwanese armed forces

Divided loyalties? 62 Taiwanese military members found with Chinese residency permits
Asia|Business|Political|World

China and Malaysia say important to maintain peace and stability in South China Sea

China and Malaysia said they would seek to peacefully resolve disputes in the South China Sea and pledged support for the United Nations in a joint statement issued on Thursday

China and Malaysia say important to maintain peace and stability in South China Sea
Asia|Business|Economy

Japan's exports expand in March as US tariffs feared to hit economy broadly

Japan's exports rose for a sixth straight month in March, data showed on Thursday, as the threat of sweeping U.S. tariffs drove Japanese companies to ramp up

Japan's exports expand in March as US tariffs feared to hit economy broadly
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|World

Tech giants Tencent and Douyin to help China's exporters pivot to domestic market

Chinese tech giants Tencent and Douyin, TikTok's sister app in China, have in the past two days launched programs to help Chinese exporters sell their goods domestically, amid an

Tech giants Tencent and Douyin to help China's exporters pivot to domestic market
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

US tariffs bring stalled shipments and uncertainty for Chinese exporters

Exporters at China’s largest trade fair are facing uncertainty, stalled shipments and lower sales forecasts due to the trade war with the United States

US tariffs bring stalled shipments and uncertainty for Chinese exporters
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|US

Trump joins tariff talks with Japan as US seeks deals amid trade wars

President Donald Trump joined his economic advisers for White House negotiations Wednesday over tariffs and trade with a Japanese official

Trump joins tariff talks with Japan as US seeks deals amid trade wars
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

China says it will ignore US 'tariff numbers game'

China will pay no attention if the United States continues to play the "tariff numbers game", China's foreign ministry said on Thursday, after the White House outline how China

China says it will ignore US 'tariff numbers game'
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|US

Asian countries look to buy more US energy to offset trade imbalance

Asian governments are looking to buy more U.S. oil and gas as they scramble to lower their trade surplus with Washington in hopes of easing their tariff burdens under President

Asian countries look to buy more US energy to offset trade imbalance
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

BOJ warns US tariff uncertainty may hurt confidence, economy

Bank of Japan policymakers on Thursday warned of heightening uncertainty over the fallout from U.S.

BOJ warns US tariff uncertainty may hurt confidence, economy
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Technology

TSMC forecast lifts gloomy mood in chip stocks, tariff worries linger

Taiwan's TSMC on Thursday lifted some share prices in Asia and Europe amid U.S.

TSMC forecast lifts gloomy mood in chip stocks, tariff worries linger
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance

South Korea watchdog orders Hanwha Aerospace to resubmit share issue plan

South Korea's financial watchdog ordered on Thursday Hanwha Aerospace to submit another revision to its share issue plan, pushing back on the capital raising plans of the country's

South Korea watchdog orders Hanwha Aerospace to resubmit share issue plan
Asia|Political|World

Malaysia PM set to meet Myanmar junta chief amid opposition to talks

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim is set to hold talks in Bangkok on Thursday with Myanmar's junta chief to push for a ceasefire

Malaysia PM set to meet Myanmar junta chief amid opposition to talks
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|US

Japan's Zeon aims to decide on US investment by summer, sees rising risk amid Trump tariffs

Japanese chemical company Zeon aims to decide by the summer whether to move forward with plans it put on hold to expand production in the United

Japan's Zeon aims to decide on US investment by summer, sees rising risk amid Trump tariffs
Asia|Business|Economy

Singapore March exports miss forecasts, rise by 5.4% from a year ago

Singapore's non-oil domestic exports in March rose 5.4% from the same month a year earlier, government data showed on Thursday, with shipments of both electronics

Singapore March exports miss forecasts, rise by 5.4% from a year ago
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Political

S.Korea signals rate cuts in May, year ahead as Trump tariffs pose 'significant' risks

South Korea's central bank on Thursday signalled it would cut rates in May and left the door wide open to further monetary easing to cope with "

S.Korea signals rate cuts in May, year ahead as Trump tariffs pose 'significant' risks
Asia|Business|Economy|Environment|Technology

Bhutan turns to 'green' cryptocurrency to fuel economy

The Himalayan nation of Bhutan is exploring ways to mine and leverage green cryptocurrencies using hydropower to boost its economy and create jobs to reduce brain

Bhutan turns to 'green' cryptocurrency to fuel economy
Asia|Political|US|World

North Korea threatens a response to US flying long-range bombers over South Korea

North Korea has threatened retaliation after the U.S. flew long-range bombers over South Korea during training with its forces

North Korea threatens a response to US flying long-range bombers over South Korea
Asia|Economy|Political|US|World

Hong Kong suspends package postal service to the US after Trump’s tariff hikes

Hong Kong suspends package postal service to the US after Trump’s tariff hikes

Hong Kong suspends package postal service to the US after Trump’s tariff hikes
Asia|Business|Economy|Fashion and Beauty|US

China-founded e-commerce sites Temu and Shein say they're raising prices due to tariffs

China-founded e-commerce sites Temu and Shein say they plan to raise prices for U.S. customers starting next week

China-founded e-commerce sites Temu and Shein say they're raising prices due to tariffs
Asia|Business|Economy|Fashion and Beauty|Technology|US

Temu, Shein slash digital ads as tariffs end cheap shipping from China, data show

Chinese online marketplace Temu and fast-fashion retailer Shein, two of the biggest advertisers on U.S. social media, are sharply cutting their U.S. digital ad

Temu, Shein slash digital ads as tariffs end cheap shipping from China, data show
Asia|Political|World

North Korea criticises US for deploying B-1B strategic bomber in South Korea

North Korea criticised the United States for deploying a B-1B strategic bomber in a recent joint military drill with South Korea, describing the move as an "open threat" to

North Korea criticises US for deploying B-1B strategic bomber in South Korea
Asia|Business|Economy|Food

More Japanese embracing foreign rice, even before it became a tariff topic

When a severe rice shortage sent prices skyrocketing in Japan last year, Tokyo restaurant owner Arata Hirano did what had once seemed unthinkable:

More Japanese embracing foreign rice, even before it became a tariff topic
Asia|Economy|Political|US|World

Top US, Indonesian diplomats discuss tariffs, defense in meeting

U.S.

Top US, Indonesian diplomats discuss tariffs, defense in meeting
Asia|Business|Economy

US cotton exports to India rise on lower prices, tariff uncertainties

U.S. upland cotton exports to India have risen in the past few months fueled by global tariff conflicts, declining American prices and rising demand in the South Asian country

US cotton exports to India rise on lower prices, tariff uncertainties
Asia|Business|Economy|Stock Markets|Technology|US

Intel will need license to export AI chips to Chinese clients, FT reports

American chipmaker Intel has informed Chinese clients it will start needing a license to sell some of its advanced artificial intelligence processors, the Financial Times reported on

Intel will need license to export AI chips to Chinese clients, FT reports
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets

US stocks drop as Nvidia slides and the fog of Trump's trade war thickens

U.S. stocks dropped as the costs of U.S. restrictions on global trade compounded

US stocks drop as Nvidia slides and the fog of Trump's trade war thickens
Arts|Asia|Celebrity|Entertainment

Nora Aunor, an actor among the Philippines' biggest stars, dies at 71

One of the biggest stars of Philippine cinema in a career spanning seven decades, Nora Aunor has died

Nora Aunor, an actor among the Philippines' biggest stars, dies at 71
Asia|Crime|Political|US

Ex-NYPD officer sentenced to 18 months after conviction for helping China stalk an expat

A former New York police sergeant has been sentenced to 18 months in prison in a U.S. case about China’s pursuit of critics abroad

Ex-NYPD officer sentenced to 18 months after conviction for helping China stalk an expat
Asia|Australia|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|Technology

US-China trade fight slams stocks, sends gold to record high

Global shares fell sharply on Wednesday as U.S. restrictions on chip sales to China and continued tariff uncertainty battered tech

US-China trade fight slams stocks, sends gold to record high
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Oil up 2% to a 2-week high as new US sanctions target Iran's exports

Oil prices rose nearly 2% on Wednesday to a two-week high on concerns about global supplies after Washington issued new sanctions targeting Chinese importers

Oil up 2% to a 2-week high as new US sanctions target Iran's exports
Asia|Business|Political|Technology|US

US mulls penalties to block DeepSeek from buying American technology, NYT reports

The Trump administration is weighing penalties that would block China's DeepSeek from buying U.S. technology and is debating barring Americans' access to its services, the New York Times

US mulls penalties to block DeepSeek from buying American technology, NYT reports
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|Technology|US

Nvidia, caught in the US-China trade war, takes a $5.5 billion hit

Nvidia, caught in the US-China trade war, takes a $5.5 billion hit

Nvidia, caught in the US-China trade war, takes a $5.5 billion hit
Asia|Economy|Political|US|World

At United Nations, China to blast US for bullying, trade war

China will next week convene an informal United Nations Security Council meeting to accuse the United States of bullying and "casting a shadow over the

At United Nations, China to blast US for bullying, trade war
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Fashion and Beauty

Moncler's first-quarter revenue beats expectations as Asian demand holds up

Italian luxury outerwear group Moncler on Wednesday reported a stronger than expected 1% increase in revenue in the first quarter thanks mostly to direct-to-consumer sales and Asian

Moncler's first-quarter revenue beats expectations as Asian demand holds up
Asia|Business|Finance|MidEast|Political|US|World

US issues new sanctions targeting Chinese importers of Iranian oil

The United States on Wednesday issued new sanctions targeting Iran's oil exports, including against a China-based "teapot" oil refinery, as President Donald

US issues new sanctions targeting Chinese importers of Iranian oil
Asia|Economy|MidEast|Political|Travel|World

Maldives bans Israeli passport holders in protest against Gaza war

The Maldives has banned Israeli passport holders from entering its territory, the president's office said on Wednesday, accusing Israel of committing genocide against Palestinians

Maldives bans Israeli passport holders in protest against Gaza war
Asia|Business|Finance|MidEast|Political|US|World

US imposes sanctions on a Chinese refinery accused of buying Iranian oil

The Treasury Department has imposed sanctions on a Chinese oil refinery that's accused of purchasing more than $1 billion worth of Iranian oil

US imposes sanctions on a Chinese refinery accused of buying Iranian oil
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Xi says China will stand with Southeast Asian countries in face of economic shocks

Chinese leader Xi Jinping has told Malaysia’s leader that China will be a collaborative partner and stand with its Southeast Asian neighbors in the wake of global economic shocks

Xi says China will stand with Southeast Asian countries in face of economic shocks
Asia|Election|Political|World

Kyrgyz leader Japarov gets parliament to reset election date

Kyrgyzstan's President Sadyr Japarov has persuaded parliament to push back the date of the next election by several months, in an indication he may be

Kyrgyz leader Japarov gets parliament to reset election date
Asia|Business|Economy

Ford's China business made $900 million last year

Ford Motor's China business, including exports from the country, made $900 million in earnings before interest and taxes last year, one of the automaker's top

Ford's China business made $900 million last year
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|US

Dollar resumes fall as investors wait on trade talks

The dollar resumed its fall on Wednesday with both safe-havens and risk-sensitive currencies outperforming the greenback as traders waited to see if U.S.

Dollar resumes fall as investors wait on trade talks
Americas|Asia|Europe|Political|Travel|US|World

Vance to meet Modi, Meloni during trip to India and Italy with wife Usha

Vice President JD Vance and his family will travel to Italy and India this week and next to meet with leaders and visit cultural sites

Vance to meet Modi, Meloni during trip to India and Italy with wife Usha
Asia|Economy|Education|Health|Science|World

Giving cash to families in poor, rural communities can help bring down child marriage rates – new research

A study of about 1 million girls in Indonesia suggests government programs can be effective in reducing the number of child brides.

Giving cash to families in poor, rural communities can help bring down child marriage rates – new research
Asia|Business|Economy|MidEast|US

India eyes ending import tax on US ethane and LPG in trade talks, sources say

India plans to end taxes on U.S. ethane and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) imports under broader negotiations with Washington as it looks to reduce its trade

India eyes ending import tax on US ethane and LPG in trade talks, sources say
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|US

Tech shares fall after Nvidia says new US controls on exports of AI chip will cost it $5.5 billion

Shares in Nvidia and other tech companies slumped after the computer chipmaker said that tighter U.S. government controls on its exports of semiconductors used for artificial intelligence will cost it an extra $5.5 billion

Tech shares fall after Nvidia says new US controls on exports of AI chip will cost it $5.5 billion
Asia|Business|Economy|Fashion and Beauty|Technology|US

Chinese factories are taking the trade war somewhere new

Chinese factories are taking the trade war somewhere new

Chinese factories are taking the trade war somewhere new
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology

Walmart boosts tech presence in India with Chennai office deal, document shows

Walmart has signed a deal for a second office space in the southern Indian city of Chennai, which is fast emerging as a major technology center after being

Walmart boosts tech presence in India with Chennai office deal, document shows
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

China wants partnership with EU to counter US 'abuse', says envoy to Spain

China wants to deal with the European Union as a partner instead of a rival, its ambassador to Spain said, amid shifting geopolitics and Washington's new trade

China wants partnership with EU to counter US 'abuse', says envoy to Spain
Asia|Business|Economy|Political

Singapore forms 'economic resilience' taskforce amid possible tariff-induced recession

Singapore's trade minister said on Wednesday that he cannot rule out a recession for the local economy this year following U.S.

Singapore forms 'economic resilience' taskforce amid possible tariff-induced recession
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|Technology|US

US-China trade war goes full throttle

What matters in U.S. and global markets today By Mike Dolan, Editor-At-Large, Financial Industry and Financial Markets The escalating U.S.-China trade war has expanded

US-China trade war goes full throttle
Asia|Business|Economy|Election|Political|US|World

Singapore PM says US-China trade war pain will be felt everywhere

Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong said on Wednesday there was little comfort in the U.S. postponing most of its proposed "reciprocal" tariffs, saying the changes had already

Singapore PM says US-China trade war pain will be felt everywhere
Asia|Business|Economy|Political

BOJ to cut growth forecast as US tariffs hit, sources say

The Bank of Japan is set to cut its economic growth forecasts at its April 30-May 1 policy meeting as U.S.

BOJ to cut growth forecast as US tariffs hit, sources say
Asia|Business|Economy|Travel|World

Hongkong Post says it has suspended mail services to 'bullying' US

Hongkong Post said on Wednesday it had suspended mail services for goods sent by sea to the United States, accusing the U.S. of "bullying" after Washington cancelled tariff-free

Hongkong Post says it has suspended mail services to 'bullying' US
Asia|Business|Economy|Political

Chinese factory bids to keep exporting fun amid US trade war

Bin Zhang is in the business of fun, but his job has become less so because of U.S. President Donald Trump.

Chinese factory bids to keep exporting fun amid US trade war
Asia|Business|Technology|US

Nvidia kept some China customers in the dark about new US chip clampdown, sources say

Nvidia did not warn at least some major customers in advance about new U.S. export rules it was told about a week ago requiring it to obtain licenses

Nvidia kept some China customers in the dark about new US chip clampdown, sources say
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

China's economy grew 5.4% in the first quarter as exporters rushed to beat Trump's tariffs

China's economy expanded at a robust 5.4% annual pace in January-March, supported by strong exports ahead of U.S. President Donald Trump’s rapid increases in tariffs on Chinese exports

China's economy grew 5.4% in the first quarter as exporters rushed to beat Trump's tariffs
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

China's Xi calls on Asian nations to resist confrontation and protectionism

Chinese President Xi Jinping called on Wednesday for Asian nations to unite in resisting geopolitical confrontation, unilateralism

China's Xi calls on Asian nations to resist confrontation and protectionism
Asia|Business|Technology

SAIC's new EV brand co-developed with Huawei to launch first model this autumn

Chinese automaker SAIC's new electric vehicle brand co-developed with technology conglomerate Huawei has been named Shangjie, with the first model to be launched in the autumn,

SAIC's new EV brand co-developed with Huawei to launch first model this autumn
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

China appoints a new trade negotiator during tariff fight with the US

China has appointed a new trade negotiator in the midst of its tariff fight with the United States as the world’s two largest economies steadily increase tariffs on each other’s goods

China appoints a new trade negotiator during tariff fight with the US
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

US senators visit Taiwan, will discuss trade and meet president

Three U.S. senators are visiting Taiwan this week and will discuss trade and other issues with President Lai Ching-te, a trip that comes as Taipei pushes ahead with tariff talks

US senators visit Taiwan, will discuss trade and meet president
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China unexpectedly anoints new trade negotiator amid US tariff war

China on Wednesday unexpectedly appointed a new trade negotiator key in any talks to resolve the escalating tariff war with the

China unexpectedly anoints new trade negotiator amid US tariff war
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Japan crosses 10 million visitors through March at fastest ever pace

Japan crossed the 10 million visitor mark at the fastest ever pace this year, reaching that level already in March, official data showed on Wednesday, as the weak yen propelled an

Japan crosses 10 million visitors through March at fastest ever pace
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Xiaomi will not bring new YU7 to China's largest auto show, exec says

Xiaomi does not plan to showcase its upcoming YU7 electric SUV at China's largest auto show next week, deflating widespread anticipation among visitors keen to catch a glimpse of

Xiaomi will not bring new YU7 to China's largest auto show, exec says
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China Q1 GDP growth tops expectations, but US tariff shock looms large

China's first-quarter economic growth outstripped expectations, underpinned by solid consumption and industrial output, but analysts fear momentum could

China Q1 GDP growth tops expectations, but US tariff shock looms large
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Global banks cut China growth forecasts as trade war deepens

Global investment banks are lowering their projections for China's economic growth this year as U.S.

Global banks cut China growth forecasts as trade war deepens
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Markets wobble over US-China wrangling

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Stella Qiu It's been a sea of red in Asia so far on Wednesday, with new U.S. moves turning up the heat in the trade war with China, but at

Markets wobble over US-China wrangling
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Shein's tariff-busting shift hits home in Chinese factory hub

The rapid rise of ultra-fast fashion retailer Shein has been so key to the fortunes of a group of urban villages on the outskirts of China's

Shein's tariff-busting shift hits home in Chinese factory hub
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China March crude steel output hits 10-month high on improved margins

China's crude steel output in March climbed 4.6% from the prior year to the highest level in 10 months, driven by robust exports and favourable margins.

China March crude steel output hits 10-month high on improved margins
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China's Xpeng says it reviewed supply chain to insulate it from tariff turmoil

Chinese electric vehicle maker Xpeng said on Wednesday that it had done a "thorough analysis" of its supply chain to ensure it would not be impacted by the current turmoil caused

China's Xpeng says it reviewed supply chain to insulate it from tariff turmoil
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Instant View: China's Q1 economic growth beats estimates, but trade tensions cloud outlook

China's economy grew 5.4% year-on-year in the first quarter, data showed on Wednesday, surpassing estimates, but a trade war with the United States has cast a shadow over the outlook and

Instant View: China's Q1 economic growth beats estimates, but trade tensions cloud outlook
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China's home prices halt decline in March, but pressures remain

China's new home prices stabilised in March after a slight month-on-month dip in February, as government support measures struggled to

China's home prices halt decline in March, but pressures remain
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Hong Kong post office will stop shipping parcels to the US over tariffs

Hong Kong’s post office will stop shipping small parcels to the United States after Washington announced plans to charge tariffs on small-value parcels from the southern Chinese city

Hong Kong post office will stop shipping parcels to the US over tariffs
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The world’s tallest bridge will open in China this summer

The world’s tallest bridge will open in China this summer

The world’s tallest bridge will open in China this summer
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Chinese exporters on Rednote ask local consumers to buy goods meant for US

Chinese sellers of items from lunch boxes to appliances have taken to social media platform Rednote to generate sympathy purchases, telling domestic

Chinese exporters on Rednote ask local consumers to buy goods meant for US
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China's Q1 GDP grows 5.4% y/y, beating expectations

China's economy grew 5.4% year-on-year in the first quarter, data showed on Wednesday, beating expectations, but an escalating trade war with the United States has darkened the

China's Q1 GDP grows 5.4% y/y, beating expectations
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China's March industrial output rises at faster pace in March

China's industrial output in March rose 7.7% from a year earlier, quickening from 5.9% growth in the January-February period, official data showed on Wednesday, as the world's

China's March industrial output rises at faster pace in March
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China property investment falls 9.9% y/y in January-March

Property investment in China fell 9.9% in the first three months of 2025 from a year earlier, after dropping 9.8% in the January-February period, official data showed on Wednesday.

China property investment falls 9.9% y/y in January-March
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US Treasury Sec Bessent invites South Korea finance minister for trade talks next week

South Korean Finance Minister Choi Sang-mok will hold a meeting with U.S.

US Treasury Sec Bessent invites South Korea finance minister for trade talks next week
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BOJ's Ueda says central bank may need to respond if US tariffs hurt economy, Sankei reports

Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda said the central bank may need to take policy action if U.S. tariffs hurt the Japanese economy, the Sankei newspaper reported on

BOJ's Ueda says central bank may need to respond if US tariffs hurt economy, Sankei reports