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: 5 opposition MPs concerned over Anwar’s talks with Umno

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FIVE opposition MPs have expressed disappointment with Opposition Leader Anwar Ibrahim for holding discussions with Umno. In a joint statement, Ramkarpal Singh (Bukit Gelugor), Darell Leiking (Penampang), Syed Saddiq Abdul Rahman (Muar), Hannah Yeoh (Segambut)

The Philippines: Duque: Wider lockdown possible as coronavirus infections spike

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A wider lockdown in the Philippines cannot be ruled out if its surge in COVID-19 infections continues, its health minister said on 17 Mar 21, as authorities announced strict curbs on international arrivals to arrest

Thailand: Govt hopeful of 4% annual growth

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The government plans to achieve economic growth of 4% in 2021, Finance Minister Arkhom Termpittayapaisith said. However, he said the outcome depended on several factors, including local investments, the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC) development project,

India: Oppn alleges misuse of sedition law

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OPPOSITION AND treasury benches engaged in a war of words on the sedition law during Question Hour in the Lok Sabha on 16 Mar 21, with both sides strongly putting their points across. The opposition

Thailand: Budget for fiscal 2022 wins cabinet approval

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The cabinet on 16 Mar 21 approved a fiscal 2022 budget of THB3.10tr, with a deficit of THB700bn, which is THB91bn or 15% higher than fiscal 2021. Sommai Lakananuruk, deputy secretary-general of the Budget Bureau,