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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.
Indonesia’s economic recovery in 2Q21 will be affected by tighter coronavirus restrictions, but the number will still be high on low base effect, Finance Minister Sri Mulyani Indrawati said on 21 Jun 21. The government’s
THE Umno Supreme Council will decide by 30 Jun 21 when to hold party elections said Ahmad Maslan. The party secretary-general said the decision will be based the advice of the Registrar of Society (RoS),
As IPs play an important part in the country’s exports and local economic development, the re-emergence of the COVID-19 pandemic could cause disruptions to production and business activities, causing tens of thousands of workers to
Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte said running for vice president in 2022 is “a good idea,” his strongest comments yet indicating he may look to stay in a top leadership position after his single term ends.
Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha announced Thailand will “fully reopen within 120 days” during a televised address on 16 Jun 21 evening. Prayuth said the unilateral decision had been taken on the basis of “signed reservation