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Yonhapfinance13 hrs ago
KOSPI Falls 8.95 Percent to 6,806.93 After 20-Minute Circuit-Breaker Halt
Seoul's benchmark index fell 669 points on July 13 amid heavy selling in technology stocks. A 20-minute trading halt marked the seventh circuit breaker activation this year.
Yonhapfinance3 days ago
South Korean Stocks Open Higher but SK Hynix Declines After U.S. Advances
The KOSPI rose 2.41 percent to 7,467.91 by 9:15 a.m. local time on July 10. Gains followed overnight increases in U.S. indexes driven by semiconductor shares.
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investopedia.comfinance3 days ago
U.S. Share of Global Startup Funding Reaches 80% in Q1 2026 as Asian Founders Relocate
Several Asian startup founders have moved operations to the United States since 2025, citing access to customers, capital, and talent. U.S. companies captured 80% of global venture funding in the first quarter of 2026 while Asia's share fell to 9.6%.
koreaherald.comworld4 days ago
South Korea and Mongolia Reach Agreement in Principle on Economic Partnership Pact
The two countries concluded key provisions of a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement during a July 9 summit in Ulaanbaatar. The deal covers tariff cuts on minerals and consumer goods and opens markets to more than 90 percent of bilateral imports.
Yonhapworld4 days ago
South Korea and Mongolia Declare Golden Age of Relations at Summit
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung met Mongolian President Ukhnaa Khurelsukh in Ulaanbaatar on July 9. The leaders agreed in principle on a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement targeting $1 billion in annual trade by 2030.
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Tropical Storm Maysak Flooding Kills 39 and Prompts Evacuation of 130,000 in Southern China
Authorities reported 39 deaths in Guangxi, with 26 from a dam collapse in Hengzhou. About 130,000 people were evacuated as rescue teams used drones and boats to reach trapped residents.
Yonhapbusiness5 days ago
Asian Development Bank Raises South Korea 2026 Growth Forecast to 2.6 Percent While Lifting Inflation Outlook
The Asian Development Bank lifted its 2026 growth projection for South Korea to 2.6 percent, citing global AI demand. It also raised its 2027 outlook and inflation estimates.
vanguardngr.comworld5 days ago
Tropical Storm Maysak Floods Southern China, Killing Six and Prompting 130,000 Evacuations
Record rainfall from the remnants of Tropical Storm Maysak flooded parts of Guangxi, killing six people and leaving 11 missing as of Tuesday evening. Authorities evacuated 130,000 residents while heavy rain continued into Wednesday.
Yonhapfinance8 days ago
KOSPI’s record rally past 9,000 triggers highest six-month count of volatility interruptions
South Korea's benchmark index recorded its highest six-month total of volatility interruptions amid sharp swings during a rally. Average intraday volatility reached the second-highest first-half level on record.
finance.yahoo.comfinance9 days ago
Thai Stocks Rise 4.5 Percent on U.S. Jobs Data as Foreign Investors Sell Record $137 Billion of Asian Equities
Asian stock markets advanced on July 3 after the U.S. economy added 57,000 jobs in June. The Thai SET index closed at 1,611.28, up 4.5 percent from the prior week, with foreign investors buying a net 20.31 billion baht.
Japan Timesworld9 days ago
Asia Reviews Energy Supplies After Four Months of Gulf Conflict
Energy importers across Asia are reassessing supply security following four months of conflict in the Persian Gulf. Policymakers cite the need for larger reserves, more supplier options, and a wider range of power sources.
finance10 days ago
Canada Plans Oil Pipeline to Asia to Cut U.S. Reliance
Canada announced plans to build a major oil pipeline aimed at increasing sales to Asia and reducing dependence on the United States. Officials said the project is part of a broader effort to double non-U.S. trade and position the country as an energy superpower.
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moneysense.caworld10 days ago
Canada Advances Plan for New Oil Export Route to Asia
Canadian officials moved Thursday to develop a new export corridor that would carry crude oil from domestic reserves to Asian buyers. The step opens a potential alternative to existing Pacific shipping lanes.
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bloombergquint.comfinance11 days ago
Asian Equity Markets Lose Over $730 Billion in Value
Asian equity markets erased more than $730 billion in market value as shares of companies tied to artificial intelligence and semiconductors declined. The losses reflect broad selling pressure across technology-related sectors.
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South China Morning Postfinance11 days ago
Singapore to receive 24 more Hellfire missiles in $22.3 million US package
The US State Department approved the sale of 24 AGM-114R Hellfire missiles to Singapore on June 30, 2026. The package brings Singapore's total to 67 missiles and includes support services. South China Morning Post reported the approval on July 2.
wwd.comfinance11 days ago
South Korean Fashion Retailer Expands Stores in China and Japan
The company is opening additional physical locations in China and Japan. The expansion aims to increase competition with an established rival and prepare for a planned stock offering.
moneycontrol.comfinance13 days ago
Asia’s June crude imports rise to 20.71 million barrels per day from May but remain below pre-conflict levels
Seaborne crude imports into Asia are forecast at 20.71 million barrels per day in June, up from May but far below the 26.79 million barrels per day average recorded before the February 28 Iran conflict.
The Guardianpolitics13 days ago
Report says China gained from Strait of Hormuz energy disruption
A think tank report found China was less affected by higher energy prices after the Strait of Hormuz closure than other Asian economies. The country’s stockpiles and renewable capacity allowed it to maintain supply while increasing exports of solar panels and electric vehicles.
thehindu.comworld15 days ago
China and Russia Conduct Joint Air Patrol Over Sea of Japan and Western Pacific
Chinese and Russian military aircraft flew over the Sea of Japan, East China Sea and western Pacific on 27 June 2026. Japan and South Korea scrambled fighter jets in response. The patrol marked the first such joint flight this year.
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Engadgetai16 days ago
Asian Firms Launch AI Models After U.S. Ban on Anthropic Systems
Chinese firm 360 and Tokyo startup Sakana AI released new tools this week that target capabilities restricted by a U.S. export ban on Anthropic products. The moves follow the Trump administration's order two weeks earlier limiting access to Mythos and Fable 5.
dimsumdaily.hkfinance17 days ago
Asian Markets Drop, South Korea's Kospi Falls 5.8% After 8% Intraday Drop Triggers Trading Halt
South Korea's Kospi index dropped 5.8 percent after an 8 percent decline triggered a trading halt. Technology shares led losses across the region amid concerns over valuations and rising component costs.
thehindu.comworld17 days ago
ECDC Issues Seasonal Advisory on Vibrio Risk in Warming European Waters
The European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control classified the months ahead as high risk for Vibrio infections in June 2026. Cases have increased across the United States, Japan and parts of Europe amid rising sea temperatures.
cnbc.comsports17 days ago
New York Knicks Win 2026 NBA Championship Over San Antonio Spurs
The Knicks defeated the San Antonio Spurs to claim the title. The league is expanding fan engagement and technology programs in Southeast Asia.
finance17 days ago
World Shares Mixed as Japan and South Korea Fall Sharply While Australia Rises
Asian markets led declines on Friday with Tokyo's Nikkei falling 4.2 percent and Seoul's Kospi dropping 5.8 percent. European indices edged lower while U.S. futures showed mixed results.
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Yonhapfinance17 days ago
Korea Exchange Halts KOSPI Trading Briefly After Sharp Drop, Index Closes 5.8 Percent Lower
The Korea Exchange activated a circuit breaker on the KOSPI index on June 26, 2026, after the benchmark fell more than 8 percent from the prior close. Trading of listed shares stopped for 20 minutes beginning at 12:10 p.m. KST.
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thehindu.comfinance19 days ago
U.S. military command reverts to Pacific Command name
The command that oversees U.S. forces in the region changed its name from Indo-Pacific Command back to Pacific Command on June 16. Officials described the change as a return to historical roots.
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finance20 days ago
South Korea's Kospi Falls 9.99% on Tuesday in Largest Drop Since March
The benchmark index triggered a circuit breaker after AI-linked stocks including Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix fell more than 12%. Regional Asian markets and U.S. futures also declined.
indiatoday.intoday.inpolitics23 days ago
Russia Deports 24 Filipinos Held Nine Months Without Charges in Irkutsk
The detainees are scheduled to arrive in Manila on two flights early Sunday. Philippine Foreign Secretary Theresa Lazaro will greet the first group.
riotimesonline.comworld23 days ago
Asian Currencies Show Mixed Moves Against U.S. Dollar Over Past Month
Eleven Asian currencies recorded gains or losses ranging from plus 2 percent to minus 4.2 percent versus the U.S. dollar during the past month. India posted the largest advance while Malaysia recorded the steepest decline.
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swissinfo.chscience24 days ago
Storms damage homes in Slovenia
Severe weather hit multiple regions last week. Slovenia recorded 65 mph gusts and golf-ball hail, while Hong Kong issued its second black rainstorm warning in ten days.
nypost.comworld26 days ago
Lululemon Apologizes After Using Drum at Great Wall Yoga Event
The Canadian company said it failed to identify potential cultural sensitivities after more than 2,000 people attended the late-May event featuring Chinese actor Zhu Yilong.
Bloombergpolitics27 days agoUpdated
Xi Jinping Meets Myanmar Military Leader Min Aung Hlaing in Beijing
Chinese President Xi Jinping hosted Myanmar President Min Aung Hlaing for talks at the Great Hall of the People. The leaders oversaw the signing of 18 cooperation agreements during the visit.
japantimes.co.jpworld33 days ago
Philippines to Hold Maritime Border Talks With Japan Despite Chinese Objections
Manila’s foreign affairs secretary said the Philippines will proceed with delimitation talks despite Beijing’s response to the Japan-Philippines agreement.
nknews.orgfinance33 days ago
Xi Jinping Completes Two-Day Visit to North Korea, Holds Summit with Kim Jong-un
Chinese President Xi Jinping ended a two-day visit to North Korea on Tuesday after meeting Kim Jong-un and visiting the Friendship Tower, with no mention of denuclearization in the joint statements.
rediff.compolitics34 days ago
Xi Jinping Makes First Visit to North Korea Since 2019, Reaffirming Mutual Defense Treaty
Chinese President Xi Jinping concluded a two-day state visit to North Korea on June 9, 2026. The trip marked the 65th anniversary of the mutual defense pact between the two countries.
upi.compolitics35 days ago
Kim Jong-un and Xi Jinping Hold Summit in Pyongyang, Vow to Deepen Strategic Partnership
North Korean leader Kim Jong-un met Chinese President Xi Jinping in Pyongyang on June 8, 2026, during the Chinese leader's first state visit in nearly seven years.
upi.compolitics35 days ago
Kim Jong-un Hosts Xi Jinping in Pyongyang as North Korea Accelerates Nuclear Expansion
North Korean leader Kim Jong-un and Chinese President Xi Jinping opened talks in Pyongyang on June 8, 2026, during Xi's first visit to the capital in nearly seven years.
rediff.compolitics35 days agoUpdated
Xi Jinping Makes First Foreign Trip of 2026 to North Korea, First Visit Since 2019
Chinese President Xi Jinping landed in North Korea on June 8 for a two-day state visit. The trip marks his first foreign travel of 2026 and coincides with the 65th anniversary of the countries' friendship treaty.
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rediff.comworld35 days ago
Xi Jinping Begins Two-Day State Visit to North Korea Amid Nuclear Tensions
Xi landed Monday for his first trip to North Korea in nearly seven years. Kim Jong-un and his wife greeted the Chinese leader at the airport.
rediff.compolitics35 days ago
Xi Jinping Begins First North Korea Visit in Nearly Seven Years
Chinese leader Xi Jinping is scheduled to arrive in Pyongyang on June 8, 2026, for his first visit to North Korea in nearly seven years. He published an op-ed in Rodong Sinmun the same day calling for closer bilateral ties.
gamereactor.euworld39 days ago
US Marks 1989 Tiananmen Anniversary With Criticism of Chinese Censorship
China on Thursday accused the United States of distorting facts and smearing its political system. The statement followed comments by U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio on the 1989 crackdown in Beijing's Tiananmen Square.
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rigzone.comfinance41 days ago
India Increases LNG Imports as Asian Prices Reach Multi-Year Highs
India’s liquefied natural gas purchases rose in April even as regional prices climbed above $25 per million British thermal units. Supply losses from Qatar and the Strait of Hormuz reduced monthly Asian deliveries by 5.5 million to 6 million tonnes.
thehindu.compolitics41 days ago
Myanmar’s Junta Leader Min Aung Hlaing Holds Talks With Modi in Delhi Amid Ongoing Civil War
Myanmar President Min Aung Hlaing held talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on trade, connectivity, border security and defence during his first foreign visit since taking office in April.
Semaforworld42 days ago
China Expands Military as U.S. Defense Secretary Urges Asian Allies to Increase Defense Spending
The U.S. defense secretary told Asian allies they must increase defense spending if they want to buy more American arms. The comments came during a speech at the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore.
koreatimes.co.krworld43 days ago
Japan Relaxes Post-WWII Arms Export Restrictions
Japan's defense minister rejected Chinese allegations of militarism and outlined plans to expand arms exports to regional partners during the Shangri-La Dialogue.
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japantimes.co.jpworld43 days ago
Forbes Publishes 2026 30 Under 30 Asia List in Social Impact Category
The annual list published May 27 recognizes founders addressing food waste, infrastructure, and social services across the Asia-Pacific region.
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Substrate placeholder — needs reviewworld43 days ago
Lee Jae-myung Sworn In as South Korea’s President Following Yoon Suk-yeol’s Impeachment and Removal
Lee Jae-myung took office on June 4, 2025, following the impeachment of former President Yoon Suk-yeol. The new administration has advanced trade, security, and domestic reforms.
manilatimes.netfinance45 days ago
Philippines Receives First Iranian Crude Cargo Since Hormuz Blockade
A Suezmax tanker delivered Iranian crude to the Bataan refinery in mid-May after a ship-to-ship transfer near Singapore. The shipment marks the first Iranian oil cargo received by the Philippines since the Strait of Hormuz disruption began.
rnz.co.nzfinance46 days ago
Super El Niño Forms in Pacific Ocean
Drought and high temperatures linked to a potential Super El Nino this summer are expected to increase electricity demand across Asia while oil and gas supplies remain constrained.
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Bloombergworld46 days ago
Bank of Singapore Increases Hiring to Target Ultra-High-Net-Worth Clients in Asia
Bank of Singapore is expanding its recruitment efforts as it focuses on attracting ultra-high-net-worth clients across Asia. The Business Times reported the development on Wednesday.
Euronewsworld48 days ago
Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank Official Calls for Coordinated MDB Action on Digital Infrastructure
Hun Kim, Chief Partnerships Officer of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank, wrote that multilateral development banks should coordinate to attract private capital for digital infrastructure across Asia. The opinion piece outlines gaps in basic connectivity and AI readiness i…
indiatoday.intoday.infinance48 days ago
Venezuelan Oil Shipments to India Increase 50 Percent
Venezuelan crude deliveries to India increased roughly 50 percent in the most recent quarter. The rise follows the blockage of about one-fifth of global crude trade through the Strait of Hormuz.
mondoweiss.netfinance48 days ago
Asian Philanthropic Groups Increase Climate Funding as U.S. and Europe Cut Aid
Asian organizations are expanding support for climate projects after the United States and several European countries reduced international climate assistance. Reports show current funding covers only a fraction of estimated regional needs.
onemileatatime.comfinance48 days ago
Rosewood Hotels Sets 16-Week Paid Parental Leave Policy for All Employees
The Hong Kong-based hotel chain introduced a global parental leave benefit offering 16 weeks of fully paid leave to every employee, regardless of gender, seniority, or whether the child is adopted. The policy exceeds statutory minimums in most Asian markets where the company oper…
Al Jazeeraworld49 days ago
China, India Increase Brazilian Crude Imports After Hormuz Disruptions
China and India increased purchases of Brazilian oil between January and May 2026 as shipping through the Strait of Hormuz faced continued restrictions. Data from Kpler showed average daily imports from Brazil rising to 1.8 million barrels.
financialpost.comfinance52 days ago
Asian Currencies Face Pressure From Rising Oil Prices and Strong Dollar
Rising oil prices and a stronger dollar are placing pressure on Asian foreign-exchange reserves. The reserves were accumulated after the 1997 financial crisis.
techcentral.co.zatechnology53 days ago
Samsung, TSMC shares gain on AI demand
Samsung and TSMC shares have increased as demand for AI-related chips grows. The gains have affected stock markets in South Korea and Taiwan.
deadline.comfinance56 days ago
Hien Truong Wins Men's Singles at 2026 Kuala Lumpur Open
Hien Truong defeated Hung Anh Nguyen and Nasa Hatakeyama to win the men's singles title at the 2026 Panas Kuala Lumpur Open. Several lower-seeded players advanced past top seeds in both men's and women's draws.
indianexpress.comfinance62 days ago
Bhutan Offers Zero Corporate and Capital Gains Tax Plus Fast-Track Licensing for Regulated Crypto Firms in Gelephu
Bhutan's Gelephu Mindfulness City has introduced an accelerated licensing pathway for globally regulated crypto firms. The initiative provides integrated regulatory and banking access along with 0% corporate tax and zero capital gains tax for qualifying companies. @CoinDesk repor…
Breaking Defensepolitics63 days ago
Taiwan Legislature Passes NT$780 Billion Supplementary Defense Budget After Cutting Domestic Missile Programs
Taiwan’s opposition-controlled legislature passed the pared-back spending measure on Friday in a 59-0 vote, with Democratic Progressive Party lawmakers abstaining. The funds are restricted to two U.S. arms packages and do not include earlier proposals for domestic defense program…