Lina Wu
- Asian Markets (JPY/CNY Focus)
- October 14, 2026
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U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent Skips G20 Finance Meeting in Bangkok Amid Domestic Engagements
BANGKOK – The upcoming gathering of Group of 20 (G20) major economies’ finance ministers and central bank governors in Bangkok, scheduled to commence on Thursday, is anticipated to conclude without…
- Asian Markets (JPY/CNY Focus)
- October 14, 2026
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Indonesia Grapples with Widespread Fuel Shortages, Disrupting Tourism and Daily Life
Long lines have formed in many gas stations across a number of regions in Indonesia, including resort island Bali, where fuel shortages are affecting tourists and local residents alike. Fuel…
- Asian Markets (JPY/CNY Focus)
- October 13, 2026
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Japan Seeks to Defuse U.S. Sanctions on International Criminal Court Amid Diplomatic Maneuvering
TOKYO — Japan is actively pursuing diplomatic channels to mitigate the impact of the Trump administration’s impending sanctions against the International Criminal Court (ICC), leveraging a crucial 180-day grace period…
- Asian Markets (JPY/CNY Focus)
- October 13, 2026
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Qnity’s "Local-for-Local" Strategy Drives Growth Amidst Semiconductor Supply Chain Realignment
TAIPEI – The chief executive officer of Qnity, a prominent supplier of essential chemicals and materials for the semiconductor industry, has declared that a strategic shift towards a "local-for-local" operational…
- Asian Markets (JPY/CNY Focus)
- October 13, 2026
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Omron Set to Acquire U.S. Industrial Computer Maker OnLogic for Approximately $630 Million
Japanese electronics manufacturer Omron is reportedly on the verge of acquiring U.S.-based OnLogic, a prominent producer of industrial and edge computing solutions, in a deal valued at approximately 100 billion…
- Asian Markets (JPY/CNY Focus)
- October 12, 2026
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HiteJinro to Brew Kirin’s Ichiban Shibori in South Korea, Marking a First in Asian Licensing Agreements
SEOUL – HiteJinro, a leading South Korean liquor manufacturer, announced Monday that it will commence domestic production of Kirin Brewery’s renowned Ichiban Shibori brand beer. This landmark agreement designates HiteJinro…
- Asian Markets (JPY/CNY Focus)
- October 12, 2026
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Finance Officials Convene in Bangkok for IMF Annual Meeting Amidst Global Economic Headwinds
Finance officials and central bankers from across the globe are converging in Bangkok this week for the highly anticipated annual meetings of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World…
- Asian Markets (JPY/CNY Focus)
- October 11, 2026
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Afghanistan Opens Wakhan Corridor Trade Route to China, Ushering in New Era of Regional Connectivity
ISLAMABAD — The Taliban government of Afghanistan has recently inaugurated a direct trade route connecting the nation with China through the strategically vital Wakhan Corridor. This development, confirmed by sources…
- Asian Markets (JPY/CNY Focus)
- October 10, 2026
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Global Combat Air Programme Unveils Ambitious Expansion into Japan with New Design Hub
TURIN, Italy – Edgewing, the multinational consortium spearheading the development of a groundbreaking next-generation fighter jet for Japan, the United Kingdom, and Italy, has announced a significant strategic expansion, with…
- Asian Markets (JPY/CNY Focus)
- October 10, 2026
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Nakatsugawa on Track to Become a Maglev Hub as Tourism Reimagines its Future
GIFU, Japan — Nakatsugawa, a city nestled in the heart of Japan’s Gifu prefecture, is experiencing a significant resurgence in its tourism landscape, propelled by the impending arrival of a…
