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.



Thailand: Govt extends emergency to 2021 to curb virus resurgence

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The government will extend a nationwide state of emergency through 15 Jan 20 to prevent a resurgence in coronavirus infections during the peak New Year’s travel period, an official said. A meeting of the Covid-19

Malaysia: Tok Pa calls on public to share feedback on 12MP

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THE public are invited to share their views and suggestions on the country’s development in preparation for the 12th Malaysia Plan 2021-2025 (12MP). Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Economy) Mustapa Mohamed said the public

Indonesia’s mass vaccination plan faces delay over emergency approval

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Indonesian President Joko Widodo’s push for mass vaccinations to be rolled out in Dec 20 faces a delay after the country’s food and drugs agency warned it will not be able to give emergency authorisation

The Philippines: Remittances bounce back in Sep 20

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CASH REMITTANCES from overseas Filipinos rebounded in Sep 20, growing at the fastest pace in more than two years after a decline in Aug 20. Cash remittances coursed through banks jumped by 9.3% y/y to

Thailand: Charter change debate begins

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The parliament on 17 Nov 20 opened a debate on bills to amend the constitution, with a vote expected on 18 Nov 20 evening, while a group of activists gathered outside the building to oppose