Lina Wu
- Asian Markets (JPY/CNY Focus)
- August 7, 2026
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India Launches Ambitious $8.8 Billion Deep-Sea Drilling Initiative to Bolster Energy Independence
NEW DELHI – India’s government is poised to inject approximately 840 billion rupees ($8.8 billion) into a comprehensive initiative aimed at accelerating the deep-sea exploration and drilling of oil and…
- Asian Markets (JPY/CNY Focus)
- August 7, 2026
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Atlassian Shares Surge a Third on Strong AI Integration Performance
CANBERRA — Australia-founded software giant Atlassian’s shares surged by a third on August 7, 2026, following the release of robust financial results that have significantly reassured investors about the company’s…
- Asian Markets (JPY/CNY Focus)
- August 7, 2026
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Australian Iron Ore Hub Workers Announce 48-Hour Strike Amidst Wage and Conditions Dispute
SYDNEY – A significant disruption is anticipated this weekend as thousands of workers at the world’s largest iron ore bulk export hub prepare to embark on a 48-hour strike, commencing…
- Asian Markets (JPY/CNY Focus)
- August 6, 2026
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Growing Geopolitical Tensions Fuel Surge in Investment and Loans for Nuclear Weapons Manufacturers
OSAKA – In a significant shift reflecting escalating global instability, defense contractors engaged in the production of nuclear weapons have experienced a notable increase in financial backing, with loans and…
- Asian Markets (JPY/CNY Focus)
- August 6, 2026
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Mongolia’s Parliament Welcomes First Lawmakers with Disabilities, Ushering in an Era of Inclusive Governance
ULAANBAATAR – The recent swearing-in of Saranchuluun Otgon and Gankhuyag Banzragch, marking the historic entry of Mongolia’s first two lawmakers with disabilities into the State Great Khural, signifies a profound…
- Asian Markets (JPY/CNY Focus)
- August 5, 2026
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Mizuno Bets on India’s Nascent Sports Boom Amidst Growing Sedentary Lifestyles
MUMBAI – Japanese athletic equipment manufacturer Mizuno is poised to officially launch its sales operations in India this month, a strategic move signaling its confidence in the subcontinent’s burgeoning sports…
- Asian Markets (JPY/CNY Focus)
- August 5, 2026
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China Imposes Sanctions on U.S. Testing Laboratory Amidst Escalating Trade Tensions
HONG KONG – China on Wednesday announced a series of retaliatory measures against the United States, including sanctions on a prominent testing laboratory, signaling a significant escalation in the ongoing…
- Asian Markets (JPY/CNY Focus)
- August 5, 2026
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Yen Holds Firmly Around 157 as Traders Weigh Intervention Effectiveness and Future Policy
The yen is currently hovering around the 157 mark against the U.S. dollar, a level that signifies a delicate balance in the foreign exchange market. This stability comes as traders…
- Asian Markets (JPY/CNY Focus)
- August 5, 2026
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U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent Confirms Coordinated Currency Intervention with Japan to Stabilize Asian Markets
WASHINGTON — In a significant revelation that underscores the increasing fragility of global financial markets, U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent confirmed Tuesday that the United States participated in a coordinated…
- Asian Markets (JPY/CNY Focus)
- August 4, 2026
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Kumamoto Earthquake Recovery Intensifies Amidst Deadly Heatwave
KUMAMOTO, Japan/TOKYO — One week after a devastating earthquake struck Kumamoto prefecture, Japan, recovery efforts are being urgently accelerated as extreme temperatures exceeding 40 degrees Celsius (104 degrees Fahrenheit) exacerbate…
