Daily News

These are sample stories on Asia which we track on a daily basis. The sources and links to the stories, which are available online, are acknowledged and listed. Where any of these stories require paid subscription to access, we've listed only the portion which the site allows.



Vietnam denounces China’s military drill, asserts sovereignty over Hoang Sa archipelago

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Vietnam on 23 Jun 22 denounced China’s illegal military exercise in Hoang Sa (Paracel) archipelago, saying it was a serious violation of Vietnam’s sovereignty over the islands. Spokeswoman of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Le

India aims to keep FY23 fiscal deficit at FY22’s level – sources

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India’s government will not be able to cut its budget deficit in FY23 as previously projected, officials said, but will seek to cap the shortfall at FY22’s level to prevent a major deterioration in public

Indonesia: Govt pursues key projects with Japan, incl Jakarta-Surabaya railway

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Indonesia is pushing for faster progress on infrastructure projects carried out in cooperation with Japan. Transportation Minister Budi Karya Sumadi met with high-ranking officials in Japan to discuss several projects, including the second and third

Bank of Thailand minutes: Gradual hike in policy rate to limit side effects

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The Bank of Thailand’s (BoT) rate committee held its key interest rate steady earlier in Jun 22, but noted that gradual hikes would allow the economy to adjust smoothly and limit negative side effects, minutes

Indonesia: Palm Oil Wipes Out 2022 Gains on Exports Boom and Crude’s Slump

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Palm oil wiped out its gains for 2022 on expectations of surging exports from Indonesia and as a slide in petroleum prices reduces its biofuel appeal. Futures for Sep 22 delivery slumped 9.7% to close