Bull statues are placed in font of screens showing the Hang Seng stock index and stock prices outside Exchange Square, in Hong Kong

Chinese Shares Fall Investors Curb Optimism on Economic Recovery: Broader Markets Hold Steady Amid Global Economic Uncertainty

Global financial markets witnessed a day of sharp fluctuations on Wednesday, with Chinese shares extending losses and commodity prices struggling to recover. Investors tempered their optimism over China's economic recovery following a lackluster performance from the mainland's stock markets. Meanwhile,...
Chinese Stocks Lead Asia Lower on Stimulus Concern Markets Wrap

Chinese Stocks Lead Asia Losses Amid Weak Economic Data and Limited Stimulus

Chinese stocks experienced a sharp selloff on Wednesday, triggered by disappointing economic data and uncertainty over Beijing’s commitment to further stimulus measures. The benchmark CSI 300 Index, which tracks the largest companies listed in Shanghai and Shenzhen, plunged as much...
Crude Oil

Oil Prices Plummet as China’s Lack of New Stimulus Sparks Market Decline

Global Crude Prices Fall Amid Disappointment Over China's Economic Plans, Middle East Tensions Loom Oil prices took a sharp plunge on Tuesday, with global benchmark Brent crude dropping as much as 5.6%, and West Texas Intermediate (WTI) retreating by as...
ASEAN

Myanmar to Send Senior Official to ASEAN Summit Amidst Mounting Internal Struggles

The military government of Myanmar is set to send a high-ranking official to the upcoming Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) leaders' summit in Laos, diplomatic sources revealed on Tuesday. The meeting, scheduled for Wednesday in Vientiane, marks a critical...
Sama Sama in Subic Bay

U.S., Philippines, and Allies Commence Eighth Iteration of Exercise Sama Sama in Subic Bay

The U.S. Navy, U.S. Marine Corps, Armed Forces of the Philippines, and allied nations launched the eighth edition of Exercise Sama Sama on October 7 near Subic Bay in the Philippines. This year’s event, which will span two weeks, marks...
Shigeru Ishiba

Shigeru Ishiba’s Rise to Power and Its Impact on Japan’s Future Policies

On September 27, 2024, Japan's political landscape shifted as Shigeru Ishiba emerged victorious in a runoff election, defeating Sanae Takaichi, the leading female candidate, to become the head of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP). This victory paved the way...
Chinese and Taiwanese flags

China’s Military Encirclement of Taiwan: How China’s ‘Anaconda Strategy’ Aims to Slowly Strangle Taiwan’s Independence Without Firing a Shot

In recent years, Taiwan has faced mounting pressure from China, which is steadily escalating its military presence around the island. Many observers describe China's approach as reminiscent of the predatory tactics of an anaconda, a snake that patiently waits to...
Narendra Modi Biden- Joe Biden

India-US Relations: Biden Administration; Defense to Clean Energy, Non-Transactional Approach Elevates India-US Strategic Partnership

India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to the United States in September 2024, marked by high-level bilateral meetings and his participation in the 2024 Quad Summit, was a major moment in the evolving relationship between India and the United States....
Japan Economic

Timee’s IPO Success Masks Deeper Challenges in Japan’s Gig Economy

Timee, Japan's leading gig work platform, held its first earnings call since its much-anticipated listing on the Tokyo Stock Exchange in July. CEO Ryo Ogawa proudly announced robust financial performance, underlined by a 72.6% increase in sales revenue and a...
US Air Force AC-130J gunship

Black Arrow Missile: US military Expands Black Arrow Missile Capabilities to Focus on China’s Strategic Military Installations

Leidos, a leading US defense company, is poised to transform the American military's approach to airpower with the development of its revolutionary Black Arrow missile. This advanced, versatile long-range weapon could significantly enhance the firepower of the AC-130J Ghostrider gunship,...
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