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: Putrajaya extends all movement curbs until 14 Apr 21

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THE government has extended by 14 days both tiers of movement restrictions currently enforced throughout the country to curb the transmission of Covid-19, said Senior Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob. Five states – Selangor, Johor, Penang,

Thailand: PM mulls quarantine ‘bypass’

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Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha has agreed to consider a proposal by the Phuket business community to allow foreign visitors to the island province who have already been vaccinated against Covid-19 bypass regular quarantine. Those who

The Philippines: BSP: Inflation has potential to climb to 5% in Mar 21

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Inflation is likely to hit as much as 5% in Mar 21 even as signs are emerging that tight meat supplies responsible for the price uptick in recent months are abating, the central bank said

Thailand: FPO warns 4% growth in 2021 will be difficult

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The government’s ambitious goal of 4% economic growth in 2021 will be difficult, requiring a lot of effort and a host of supporting factors such as higher exports, recovering foreign tourist arrivals and active private

Philippines sending Coast Guard, BFAR ships to reef

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To avoid being accused of provocation by Beijing, the military will not send naval ships to the Julian Felipe Reef in the West Philippine Sea (WPS) now being swarmed by Chinese vessels and instead just