Malaysia raises 2026 growth forecast despite Iran war risks
Malaysia’s central bank has raised its 2026 growth outlook, saying the economy is on track to expand between 4 and 5 per cent despite...
Japan deploys long-range missiles to 2 bases amid China tensions, irking locals
Japan’s defence ministry said on Tuesday that long-range missiles with counterstrike capabilities have been brought into service at two Ground Self-Defence Force bases in...
EnerVenue plugs into US$300 million to scale next-gen batteries as it eyes Hong Kong hub
EnerVenue – a rechargeable battery start-up co-founded by Full Vision Capital, the family office of Hong Kong tycoon Peter Lee Ka-kit – has raised...
Hong Kong’s Exco approves plans for elevated mass transit system in Kai Tak
Hong Kong’s key decision-making body has approved plans for an elevated smart mass transit railway system in Kai Tak that will connect the cruise...
HKEX IPO activity 'vibrant' despite slowdown amid more scrutiny
Despite changes to regulations, Hong Kong IPOs are still set to remain robust this year with six firms already listing this week, according to...
Europe urged to ‘learn to fight for itself’ in case US-China truce collapses
European governments breathed a sigh of relief in October when the US and China sealed a fragile trade truce that paused more sweeping Chinese...
Fuelling up: the new ‘obsession’ drawing Singaporeans to Malaysia’s Johor
Singaporeans are not flocking to Malaysia’s Johor just for groceries these days – fuel is the “obsession” for the moment. Petrol prices have spiked...
Japan seeks French backing as Macron begins Asia trip in Iran war’s shadow
Emmanuel Macron touches down in Tokyo this week with a packed agenda and a receptive audience in a Japanese government anxious about a choked...
Gulf allies want Trump to prolong US bombardment of Iran, officials say
Gulf allies of the United States, led by Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates, are urging President Donald Trump to continue prosecuting the...