South Korea central bank

South Korea’s Central Bank Lowers Policy Rates for First Time in Four and a Half Years Amid Economic Concerns

South Korea's economic policy, the Bank of Korea (BOK) has cut its policy interest rate for the first time in four and a half years. The move signals a shift in focus from fighting inflation to stimulating economic growth in...
Japan payments company Infcurion says planning IPO in 2025

Infcurion Plans 2025 Tokyo IPO Amid Growth Ambitions and M&A Strategy

Japanese fintech company Infcurion gears up for a Tokyo IPO in 2025 to accelerate its expansion and pursue strategic mergers and acquisitions. Japanese payment technology company Infcurion is preparing for an initial public offering (IPO) in Tokyo in 2025, as...
South China Sea, Vietnam

Vietnam’s Military Expansion in South China Sea Raises Stakes in Territorial Dispute with China

Vietnam has quietly intensified its military presence in the South China Sea, following China's island-building strategies to assert territorial claims in the contested maritime region. According to a report from The Wall Street Journal (WSJ), high-resolution satellite images indicate that...
Apple Foxconn Plant

China Detains Taiwanese Workers at Apple’s Foxconn Plant in ‘iPhone City’

Chinese police have detained four Taiwanese employees of Hon Hai Precision Industry Co., the world’s largest assembler of Apple products and a crucial player in the global electronics supply chain. The detentions have sparked unease about the safety of foreign...
China-Japan

Chinese Authorities Accused of Harassing Citizens in Japan for “Subversive” Activities

Chinese authorities have been systematically harassing Chinese citizens living in Japan who participate in activities Beijing deems "subversive," according to a recent report by Human Rights Watch (HRW). Released on Thursday, the report sheds light on China's efforts to suppress...
Ratan Tata

Ratan Tata: Visionary Leader Who Modernised and Globalised Tata Group

Ratan Tata, the iconic former chairman of the Tata Group and a celebrated philanthropist, has passed away at the age of 86. His legacy is indelible, not only for his visionary leadership but also for his efforts in transforming one...
TikTok-US

TikTok Faces Legal Battle 13 US States Sue Over Allegations of Harming Children

TikTok, a popular social media platform with about 120 million active users in the United States, is facing a major legal challenge. On Tuesday, 13 US states and Washington, D.C. filed lawsuits against the platform, accusing it of harming young...
Indonesia Nickel Industry

Indonesia’s Nickel Industry: A Booming Sector with Growing Challenges

Indonesia’s nickel industry has exploded onto the global stage, fueled by the rapid adoption of electric vehicles (EVs). As the world shifts to greener technologies, nickel—a key ingredient in many EV batteries—has become a highly sought-after commodity. In 2023, Indonesia...
EU-CHINA

EU Faces Trade Tensions with China as Electric Vehicle Tariffs Survive a Close Vote

October 4 marked a pivotal moment in Europe’s trade policy as the European Commission narrowly avoided a significant setback in its plan to impose countervailing duties on electric vehicles (EVs) imported from China. The duties, aimed at countering what the...
Indian Navy INS Kalvari at sea

Indian Navy’s Push for Nuclear-Powered Attack Submarines (SSNs): Closing Undersea Gap with China

The Indian Navy’s undersea combat capabilities, particularly in nuclear-powered attack submarines (SSNs), lag significantly behind those of China. To address this shortfall, the Indian government has approved the construction of two SSNs. This decision, though expensive, reflects the urgent need...
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