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: Government launched USD1.14bn support package to help workers

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The Government has just issued Resolution No 68 on a number of policies to support employees and employers facing difficulties due to the COVID-19 pandemic, worth a total of VND26tn (USD1.13bn). Minister of Labour, Invalids

Indonesia launches new emergency measures on 2 Jul 21: Minister

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Indonesia will launch emergency measures on 2 Jul 21 aimed at controlling its worst outbreak of COVID-19 since the start of the pandemic, with the curbs due to run until 20 Jul 21, a senior

Thailand: Phuket opens for business in push to save tourism industry

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Thailand is pushing ahead with plans to jumpstart its crucial tourism industry by reopening the popular resort island of Phuket to vaccinated travelers, even as the more virulent delta strain of coronavirus sweeps through the

The Philippines: Bank lending contracts for the 6th consecutive month

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Loans released by big banks contracted for the sixth straight month, since Jan 21, although at a slower pace of 4% in May 21 from 5% in Apr 21, as demand remained subdued due to

The Philippines: No special session to extend Bayanihan 2: Palace

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Malacañang sees no need for a special Congress session to extend the validity of Bayanihan to Recover as One Act (Bayanihan 2), which expires on 30 Jun 21, because the remaining PHP9bn fund will likely