

Asian investors lag in digital investing: Survey
Retail investors in Asia are less likely to hold investments on digital platforms than their global peers, despite relying heavily on...
6 hours ago


South Korea, Thailand push for trade deal in latest EPA talks
South Korea and Thailand are holding the fifth round of negotiations this week to finalise their Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA),...
7 hours ago


Philippines a safe haven amid global trade risks, UBS says
UBS Investment Bank expects the Philippines to remain relatively insulated from global trade uncertainties and retaliatory tariffs,...
2 days ago


Global economy faces recessionary path, UN says
Global economic growth is projected to slow to 2.3% in 2025, down from 2.8% in 2024, placing the world on a recessionary path, the UN...
3 days ago


Malaysia, China strengthen ties as US tariffs loom
China and Malaysia signed 31 preliminary cooperation agreements during President Xi Jinping’s state visit, underscoring Beijing’s bid to...
5 days ago


Indonesia targets US talks to counter tariff impact
Indonesia is set to hold a week-long series of trade, investment, and financial-sector talks in Washington from April 16 to 23 as it...
Apr 16


Bilateral trade surges as China bets on Vietnam
China and Vietnam are poised to strengthen economic ties through complementary trade structures, digital transformation, and regional...
Apr 15


Singapore deal-making holds amid global market turmoil
Despite global trade uncertainty and rising market volatility, Singapore may remain a hub for deal-making as firms restructure supply...
Apr 15


The ADB forecasts slight dip in APAC growth
Developing Asia and the Pacific are projected to experience slightly slower economic growth of 4.9% this year, down from 5.0% in 2024,...
Apr 11


Chinese premier meets economic experts, entrepreneurs
Chinese Premier Li Qiang chaired a symposium with economists and entrepreneurs to assess the economic outlook and gather input on future...
Apr 11


Malaysia to lead ASEAN response to US tariffs
Malaysia will lead a coordinated ASEAN response to US tariffs, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said, as the region braces for economic...
Apr 10


HK vows support for exporters hit by US tariffs
Hong Kong Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development Algernon Yau met with representatives from 10 local business chambers on Monday...
Apr 9


Foreign investment in Vietnam hits USD11bn in Q1
Vietnam attracted USD10.98bn in foreign investment in Q1 2025, up 35% year-on-year, driven by strong capital inflows into manufacturing...
Apr 9


South Korea urges action as trade fears rattle markets
South Korea’s financial regulator called for preemptive measures to safeguard market stability amid mounting volatility triggered by...
Apr 9


SE Asia scrambles to respond to new US tariffs
Vietnam will form a task force to address steep US tariffs, while other Southeast Asian nations plan talks with Washington after being...
Apr 7


China restricts US-bound investments
China has restricted local firms from making new investments in the United States, people familiar with the matter said, in a move that...
Apr 7


US-Korea alliance strong despite hurdles, says AmCham chief
AmCham Korea CEO James Kim expressed confidence in South Korea-US economic ties despite near-term challenges, during a Global Business...
Apr 4


China, Japan, South Korea vow stronger trade ties
Trade ministers from China, Japan, and South Korea pledged to deepen economic ties and ensure the smooth flow of goods, a few days before...
Apr 2


Japan business sentiment dips as trade tensions rise
Positive business sentiment among Japan’s major manufacturers declined in the three months to March, reflecting mounting trade tensions,...
Apr 2


More employees, fewer executives at South Korea’s top 30 conglomerates
South Korea’s top 30 conglomerates reduced executive positions while increasing their workforce in 2024 amid an economic slowdown,...
Apr 2