Asia Pacific

Asia Pacific

Talks or Tactics? US-Iran Tensions Rise as Diplomacy Signals Clash With Military Moves

As US forces deploy in the Middle East, claims of renewed talks with Iran clash with rising military risks. What it means for oil markets and global stability.
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China’s Central Bank Bets on New Policy Tools to Contain Rising Financial Risks

China’s central bank says it will innovate policy tools to maintain financial stability. What this means for markets, debt risks, and global investors.
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India’s Growth Surprise: Why the IMF May Raise Its GDP Forecast

India’s stronger-than-expected Q3 growth is prompting the IMF to consider raising its GDP forecast. What it means for global markets and emerging economies.
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Japan’s “Takaichi Trade” Returns as Early Election Talk Sends Stocks Soaring

Japanese equities jumped as early election talk revived the “Takaichi Trade,” raising expectations of fiscal expansion while reigniting concerns over debt and the yen.
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China–Japan Tensions Rise as Export Controls Deepen Asia’s Tech Divide

China and Japan face renewed tensions as Tokyo tightens export controls on key technologies, raising risks for supply chains, markets, and Asia’s economic outlook.
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Vietnam’s Economy Defies Tariff Headwinds, Emerging as a Key Winner of Global Supply Chain Shifts

Vietnam’s economy is outperforming expectations despite global tariff pressures, underscoring its rising role in global supply chains and ASEAN growth dynamics.
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China’s Trade Surplus Breaks the $1 Trillion Mark: What the Export Rebound Signals for the Global Economy

China’s trade surplus has exceeded $1 trillion for the first time, driven by a rebound in exports. This article analyzes the global market implications, geopolitical risks, and policy outlook.
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Taiwan Pledges an Additional $40 Billion in Defense Spending to Counter China’s Growing Pressure

Taiwan will allocate an additional US$40 billion for defense as tensions with China rise. Here’s what the plan includes, how allies are responding, and the impact on Indo-Pacific security and markets.
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Death Sentence for Bangladesh’s Former PM: What It Means for Regional Risk and Investment

Analysis of the global political and economic implications following the death sentence of former Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, covering regional geopolitical dynamics and market risks.
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China’s Economic Momentum Stalls as Factory Output and Retail Sales Hit One-Year Lows

China’s latest data shows factory output and retail sales growth at their weakest in over a year, raising fresh concerns about demand, deflation, and policy effectiveness.