China’s Hainan wants more than beach tourism. Will new customs rules cause a sea change?
As China undergoes a sweeping economic transition, its regions are also in the process of embracing change. The…
Stalling ASEAN renewables leave gap for Japan’s fossil fuel tech push
The Japan-led Asia Zero Emission Community, which embraces a “one goal, various pathways” to decarbonization, is not only supporting…
Singapore must retain ability to say ‘no’ even if it means paying a price: Vivian Balakrishnan
The minister said Singapore would face more strategic dilemmas in an increasingly turbulent world, and that its interests…
Singapore expected to keep monetary policy unchanged as growth outperforms
Item 1 of 2 A view of the Monetary Authority of Singapore building in Singapore April 18, 2016.…
Asia shares rise on AI optimism, receding Fed cut bets lift dollar
Asia shares upbeat on renewed AI optimismGeopolitics loom large, Trump adopts wait-and-see posture on IranDollar gains as traders…
Singapore defends GIC, Temasek returns as reasonable
Government says prioritises long-term returns over short-term swingsGovernment does not interfere in Temasek’s picks, says ministerGIC’s returns over…
China is closing in on US technology lead despite constraints, AI researchers say
Chinese AI firms positioned to co-develop hardware and software, industry experts sayLack of advanced lithography machines a main…
Stocks rally, dollar higher in wake of US jobs numbers
Item 1 of 2 Futures-options traders work on the floor at the New York Stock Exchange’s NYSE American…
US capture of Maduro tests limits of China’s diplomatic push
U.S., China to debate legality of Maduro’s capture at UNFM Wang Yi accuses U.S. of acting like a…
Stocks off to upbeat start; precious metals extend sparkling rally
Stocks rise in thin trade with Japan, China markets shutPrecious metals rally shows no sign of stoppingEyes on…
Meta to acquire Chinese startup Manus to boost advanced AI features
Dec 29 (Reuters) – Meta (META.O), opens new tab said on Monday it would acquire Chinese artificial intelligence…
China’s record trade surplus could prompt protectionist response in 2026: report
While China has already logged a record-breaking trade surplus in the first 11 months of 2025, that milestone…