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.



Indonesia: Lawmakers may drop labour cluster from Indonesia’s jobs bill to meet Aug 20 deadline

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The House of Representatives may not conclude the deliberation of the omnibus bill on job creation in Aug 20 as it is still working through problems, including labour disputes and editorial issues. The House Legislation

The Philippines: Duterte puts Metro Manila, nearby provinces under MECQ

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President Rodrigo Duterte has approved the imposition of Modified Enhanced Community Quarantine in Metro Manila, Laguna, Cavite, Rizal and Bulacan as recommended by members of the Cabinet. Presidential spokesperson Harry Roque made the announcement in

Thailand: FPO mulls cutting tax revenue target

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The Fiscal Policy Office (FPO) is mulling a revision of 2020’s tax revenue target of THB2.87tr because of the coronavirus crisis. The FPO is considering a reduction of the revenue collection targets of the Excise,

The Philippines: Senate approves Bayanihan II on final reading

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The Senate on 28 Jul 20 approved on third and final reading a measure touted as part of the government’s economic recovery plan. With 22 affirmative votes and one negative, the chamber approved Senate Bill

Vietnam: FDI to Vietnam sees increase in Jul 20

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Vietnam attracted USD3.15bn worth of foreign direct investment (FDI) and capital for share purchases from 1 Jul 20 to 20 Jul 20, representing a rise of 79.8% y/y and 76.2% against Jun 20, the latest