Asia🇬🇧🇬🇪🇷🇺China Inc.'s global growth curbs Trump tariff powers undercut by courts
Despite President Donald Trump's tariffs on US goods, China Inc. continues to see robust growth abroad. Courts in several countries have upheld the legality of Chinese exports and intellectual property rights, effectivel...
Asia🇬🇧🇬🇪🇷🇺China widens oil purchases to extend influence from US to Iran
In a strategic move aimed at diversifying its energy sources and reducing reliance on the United States, China has broadened its oil purchases from various countries. This includes increased purchases from Russia and oth...
Asia🇬🇧🇬🇪🇷🇺Japan Inc., households step up overseas investment despite weak yen
In an effort to stimulate growth and diversify its economic base, Japanese corporations and households are increasing their investments abroad. This comes at a time when the weakening of the yen has made Japanese exports...
Asia🇬🇧🇬🇪🇷🇺China loves food deliveries. Restaurants are starving as a result
The rise of food delivery services in China has led to a significant increase in the number of restaurants, but it is also causing some establishments to struggle. With many people ordering meals online and preferring co...
Asia🇬🇧🇬🇪🇷🇺Global market volatility after Japan PM and US President meet
Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe met with US President Donald Trump in Osaka, resulting in discussions on economic cooperation and trade issues. Nikkei Asia reports that FX volatility was described as 'undesirable' by ...
Asia🇬🇧🇬🇪🇷🇺Samsung strike looms after marathon wage talks collapse
Nikkei Asia reports that a potential strike by Samsung workers could follow the collapse of marathon wage talks. The union and company failed to reach an agreement on key terms, leaving both sides at odds over proposed p...
Asia🇬🇧🇬🇪🇷🇺India's Tata Sons faces growing IPO pressure after RBI rule change
Nikkei Asia reports that India's Tata Sons is facing mounting pressure to issue an initial public offering (IPO) following a recent change in the Reserve Bank of India's rules. The new regulations, aimed at enhancing mar...
Asia🇬🇧🇬🇪🇷🇺Nvidia's Jensen Huang heads to Beijing with Trump after all
Nikkei Asia reports that Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang has arrived in Beijing for a summit with US President Donald Trump, defying initial speculation of a canceled visit. The meeting comes as tensions between the United State...
Asia🇬🇧🇬🇪🇷🇺Singapore considers warming up to nuclear as 20% of electricity goes to data centers
Nikkei Asia reports that Singapore may reconsider its long-standing policy against nuclear power due to the growing demand for electricity in data centers. The island nation's reliance on renewable energy sources has bee...
Asia🇬🇧🇬🇪🇷🇺World Heritage status at risk for Luang Prabang's Mekong dam
Nikkei Asia reports that the World Heritage status of Luang Prabang in Laos is under threat due to plans for a major hydroelectric dam on the Mekong River. The project, which would involve building a large dam across the...
Asia🇬🇧🇬🇪🇷🇺Japan expects Hormuz crisis resolution in July
Japanese petroleum companies anticipate the geopolitical tension over the Strait of Hormuz to ease by mid-July. This outlook comes amid growing global efforts to stabilize oil prices and ensure maritime security. The Ho...
Assam's Agarwood Chips Ship to Saudi Arabia, Unlocking $5B Industry Potential
On May 13, Assam shipped its first legal agarwood chips to West Asia, specifically Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates. This move marks a significant milestone for India's burgeoning agarwood industry, which has th...
Anti-defection law case in AIADMK
The Hindu reports on the anti-defection law's implications in the AIADMK case, explaining the grounds for disqualification and its potential impact on political parties. Saudi Arabia receives Assam's first legal agarwood...
Chinese-American Found Guilty in New York ‘Secret Police Station’ Case
A Chinese-American was found guilty of acting as a Chinese agent in a case involving a Chinese police station set up in New York's Chinatown. The trial, seen as a test of Washington’s ability to counter Beijing’s influen...
US President Trump's historic visit to China amid global tensions
The US-Iran war disrupts global energy supplies, adding strain to Washington-Beijing ties. Analysts discuss the potential outcomes and implications of Trump's visit....
Bhopal protests against 'love jihad' assault
In Bhopal, thousands of Muslim community members protested over an alleged assault on a man. The city's security was beefed up following the incident....
Odisha's Chief Minister Reduces Convoy Size Amid Oil Crisis
The Hindu reports that Odisha's Chief Minister, Mohan Charan Majhi, has reduced the number of vehicles in his convoy by half as part of a national initiative to conserve oil during a crisis affecting West Asia. Respondin...
Political Row Heating Up: BJP, Congress Attack SP Over Party Spokesperson's Remarks
In a political rift, the BJP and Congress accused the State Party (SP) of malicious propaganda following a spokesperson’s remarks on Brahmins. The spokesperson offered an unconditional apology but maintained that parts o...
Two Locals Held for Supporting Saifullah Terror Group in Kashmir
In Kishtwar, two locals, including a teacher, were arrested for allegedly providing logistic support to the Saifullah terror group. The police neutralized six non-local terrorists in multiple operations over the past yea...
North Korea's Nuclear Posture Amid US Military Pressure
North Korea has continued its nuclear and missile activities in response to US strikes on Iran, signaling its determination not to back down from its nuclear program. Despite international pressure, the regime remains st...