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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.



The Philippines: Bank lending shrinks the most in 14 years

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Loans disbursed by big banks contracted for the second straight month as the industry remains risk-averse amid the continuing impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) said. BSP Governor Benjamin Diokno

Malaysia: MCO on Selangor, KL, Johor and Penang to be lifted on 5 Mar 21

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The Movement Control Order (MCO) in Selangor, Kuala Lumpur, Johor and Penang will be lifted and replaced with the Conditional Movement Control Order or CMCO starting 5 Mar 21, Senior Minister Ismail Sabri announced on

Thailand: Final say on reshuffle rests with PM

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Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha stressed he has the final say when it comes to the cabinet reshuffle, in response to growing speculations of an impending rejig after after three ministers were jailed last week. On

The Philippines: DOF chief sees further easing of restrictions

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Further reopening of the economy in the near term will be more likely now with the start of the COVID vaccination program, according to Finance Secretary Carlos Dominguez III. Sought for comment on 1 Mar

Malaysia: Decision on MCO on 2 Mar 21, says Azmin

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A DECISION on whether to extend or end the movement-control order (MCO) will be known on 2 Mar 21, after the matter is discussed at the National Security Council special meeting on 1 Mar 21,