Markets
Indonesia financial authorities move to support slumping stocks
Central bank leaves policy rate unchanged amid rupiah weakness
Bank of Japan
BOJ chief keeps May hike option to 'avoid falling behind the curve'
Central bank holds steady, wary of Trump's 'reciprocal tariffs'
Currencies
Yen strengthens after BOJ signals economy is 'on track'
Wage and rate hikes are in line with the bank's outlook, Kazuo Ueda says
Trade
Japan's exports expand in February on stockpiling and tariff fears
11.4% increase fell slightly short of market forecasts
Currencies
Yen mostly flat as BOJ holds rates steady as expected
All eyes on Gov. Ueda's presser for hints on the timing of next rate hike
Trump administration
Trump fires both Democratic commissioners at FTC
U.S. president's move another test of the independence of regulatory agencies
Opinion
How not to handle Trump: Lessons from Canada's fumbled response
His many personas confuse, but nations should focus on official presidential voice
Trade war
As Trump eyes reciprocal tariffs, Japan's red tape draws fire
American Chamber of Commerce faults nontariff barriers in tech, autos and pharma
Trade
India, New Zealand target free trade pact in 2 months
Ties in agriculture, aerospace, minerals and renewable energy could benefit
Trump administration
China's Xi may visit U.S. in not-too-distant future, Trump says
Economic tensions escalate between two countries
Opinion
Asian entrepreneurs are well positioned to navigate Trump tariffs
From Vietnam to India, alternative markets offer a hedge against uncertain policies
Trade war
China set to tighten export curbs on battery, chip material tech
Beijing seeks to maintain advantage in gallium and cathode production
Economy
China launches 'action plan' to spur consumption, lock in retail upswing
Sales rise 4% in early 2025; eight-point blueprint aims to lift minimum wage, buoy stocks
Equities
CK Hutchison shares volatile as China scrutinizes Panama ports sale
Li Ka-shing family empire faces questions over communication with Beijing
Crime
Pakistan unleashes crackdown on 'hawala' shadow banking
Cash-strapped government chases illegal transfers to boost legal remittances
International relations
Alaska officials seek Japan investors for LNG project touted by Trump
Energy companies, analysts wonder if natural gas pipeline is 'sustainable'
Opinion
Laos must not blow chance to become the 'Battery of Southeast Asia'
Power development plan requires effective enforceable mechanism
Electric vehicles
Volkswagen, Renault draw closer to China on EVs despite EU tariffs
Earnings shrink at 5 European automakers, spurring cost-saving tie-ups with China
Startups
Malaysia's state funds to boost investment in local startups
Three institutions commit $27bn over five years, says minister
Trading Asia
BOJ's tightening campaign gets help from Trump and unions
Consensus grows that policy rate could rise above 1% in current cycle
Chinese in Japan
Chain of Chinese 'migration for education' thrives in Japan
Parents buy real estate near prestigious schools, including University of Tokyo, to secure opportunities
Your Week in Asia
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Natural disasters
Tokyo disaster drills tackle language barrier with tourists
Shinjuku and Tokyo Station conduct evacuation exercises in foreign languages
Opinion
It's time to reevaluate remittances for development
Improving cross-border efficiencies could unlock new paths to mutual economic growth
Bank of Japan
BOJ expected to hold interest rates steady at next meeting
Policy board meets next week amid concerns of U.S. tariffs hurting global economy
Media & Entertainment
Hong Kong woos global stars after missing out on Taylor Swift
New 50,000-seat stadium boosts city's mega-events scene
Trade war
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Transportation
Hokkaido bullet train extension delayed 8 years, rattling local communities
Shinkansen link key to redevelopment projects on northern Japanese island
Supply Chain
U.S.-China trade war pushes Japan firms to rethink supply chains: KPMG
27% of respondents weigh shift from China while universal Trump tariffs lead concerns
International relations
U.S., Vietnam companies sign deals on energy and minerals: report
Southeast Asian country scrambles to avoid tariffs threatened by Trump