Lina Wu
- Asian Markets (JPY/CNY Focus)
- August 22, 2026
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Bar Kotak Ignites a Conversation Revolution in South Jakarta
On a weekend evening in South Jakarta, the first thing a visitor notices at Bar Kotak is not the cocktails or the music, but the hum of conversation. Guests talk…
- Asian Markets (JPY/CNY Focus)
- August 21, 2026
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Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s Grueling Schedule Ignites National Discussion on Work Culture and Well-being
TOKYO — Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has become the focal point of a burgeoning national conversation regarding work-life balance and the demanding expectations placed upon public servants, particularly after…
- Asian Markets (JPY/CNY Focus)
- August 21, 2026
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India and Japan Forge Enhanced Maritime Security and Defense Technology Pact
NEW DELHI – India and Japan have solidified their strategic partnership with the signing of a landmark agreement aimed at significantly bolstering maritime security cooperation and deepening collaborative efforts in…
- Asian Markets (JPY/CNY Focus)
- August 21, 2026
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Japanese Equities See Surge in Overseas Ownership Amidst Corporate Governance Reforms and Activist Investor Interest
TOKYO – In a notable shift in global investment patterns, Japanese equities have experienced a sustained and significant increase in ownership by overseas investors, reaching a record high for three…
- Asian Markets (JPY/CNY Focus)
- August 20, 2026
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Japan’s Global Patent Share Declines Amidst AI Dominance of U.S. and China
TOKYO — Japan’s influence in the global patent landscape, particularly in pivotal technological domains such as artificial intelligence mechanisms and foundational technologies, has seen a significant contraction over the past…
- Asian Markets (JPY/CNY Focus)
- August 20, 2026
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Alibaba’s Profit Plummets 75% Amidst Aggressive AI Investment Surge
Hong Kong – Alibaba Group, the e-commerce and technology titan, disclosed on Thursday that its net profit for the fiscal first quarter, spanning April to June, experienced a substantial contraction…
- Asian Markets (JPY/CNY Focus)
- August 20, 2026
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China Evergrande Founder Sentenced to Life in Prison Amidst Company’s Collapse
HONG KONG – The founder of the now-defunct property giant China Evergrande, Hui Ka Yan, was sentenced to life in prison on Thursday morning, a stark culmination of his dramatic…
- Asian Markets (JPY/CNY Focus)
- August 20, 2026
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Japan’s Trade Deficit Widens as Imports Surge for Third Consecutive Month
Japan’s economy is facing increasing pressure as imports surged by a significant 28% in July, pushing the nation into its third consecutive monthly trade deficit. While exports continued their upward…
- Asian Markets (JPY/CNY Focus)
- August 19, 2026
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China Opens Offshore Government Bond Futures to Boost Yuan Internationalization and Attract Foreign Capital
HONG KONG — China has recently opened its offshore trading of government bond futures, a significant stride in its ongoing efforts to promote the international use of the yuan and…
- Asian Markets (JPY/CNY Focus)
- August 16, 2026
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Puppy Yoga: A Wagging Tail of Animal Welfare and Wellness Trends in Sydney
SYDNEY — In a city increasingly embracing holistic wellness and innovative approaches to animal care, a unique yoga studio in Sydney is capturing attention by integrating energetic puppies into its…
