Topic: Asia

South Korea floats AI profits for 'people's dividend'AsiaπŸ‡¬πŸ‡§πŸ‡¬πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡·πŸ‡Ί

South Korea floats AI profits for 'people's dividend'

In a move aimed at boosting domestic spending, South Korea is considering issuing a new share of its national carrier using the profits from artificial intelligence projects. The decision comes as the country seeks to ad...

2026-05-14 09:23

Mitsubishi Heavy expects profit surge as Japan eases arms export rulesAsiaπŸ‡¬πŸ‡§πŸ‡¬πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡·πŸ‡Ί

Mitsubishi Heavy expects profit surge as Japan eases arms export rules

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries is set to report a significant profit increase this quarter following the easing of Japan's arms export regulations, which are expected to open new markets for its defense equipment....

2026-05-14 09:23

Bond yields jump in Japan and South Korea as US-Iran talks snagAsiaπŸ‡¬πŸ‡§πŸ‡¬πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡·πŸ‡Ί

Bond yields jump in Japan and South Korea as US-Iran talks snag

Bond yields in both Japan and South Korea have surged following the breakdown of US-Iran negotiations, reflecting growing concerns over geopolitical tensions and their potential impact on global markets....

2026-05-14 09:23

World Heritage status at risk for Luang Prabang's Mekong damAsiaπŸ‡¬πŸ‡§πŸ‡¬πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡·πŸ‡Ί

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...

2026-05-14 09:20

Nvidia's Jensen Huang heads to Beijing with Trump after allAsiaπŸ‡¬πŸ‡§πŸ‡¬πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡·πŸ‡Ί

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...

2026-05-14 09:20

India's Tata Sons faces growing IPO pressure after RBI rule changeAsiaπŸ‡¬πŸ‡§πŸ‡¬πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡·πŸ‡Ί

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...

2026-05-14 09:20

Samsung strike looms after marathon wage talks collapseAsiaπŸ‡¬πŸ‡§πŸ‡¬πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡·πŸ‡Ί

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...

2026-05-14 09:20

Global market volatility after Japan PM and US President meetAsiaπŸ‡¬πŸ‡§πŸ‡¬πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡·πŸ‡Ί

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 ...

2026-05-14 09:20

Japan expects Hormuz crisis resolution in JulyAsiaπŸ‡¬πŸ‡§πŸ‡¬πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡·πŸ‡Ί

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...

2026-05-14 09:18

Asia

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...

2026-05-13 18:11

Asia

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...

2026-05-13 17:48

Asia

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...

2026-05-13 17:30