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.



Malaysia may cut palm oil export tax amid global supply crisis

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Malaysia is considering cutting its export tax on palm oil and plans to slow the implementation of its biodiesel mandate to help meet global demand amid an edible oil shortage, its commodities minister told Reuters

Thailand: Oil Fuel Fund set to borrow billions

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Deputy permanent secretary of Thailand’s finance ministry, Theeraj Athanavanich, said the Oil Fuel Fund is expected to finish negotiations with banks as it looks to borrow heavily to boost its liquidity. Mr Theeraj said the

The Philippines: Barely any opposition makes Senate ‘Magic 12’

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Barely any opposition candidate entered the top 12 spots in the 2022 Senate race, failing to leave the shadow of crushing defeat it saw after Duterte-allied candidates dominated the 2019 midterm polls. Reelectionst senator Risa

Thailand: NESDC: Thai economy hit by China’s zero-Covid policy, import restrictions

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China’s zero-Covid policy, agricultural import restrictions, and shift away from global dependence will hit Thailand’s economy, warned the National Economic and Social Development Council (NESDC) on 8 May 22. The NESDC, which is Thailand’s national

Indonesia: Govt pushes forward with acting regional head appointment

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The government is pushing forward with vetting names for acting regional leaders who will hold on to their seats until the 2024 elections despite critics saying the process is “legally flawed” and lacks transparency, as