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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.



Malaysia: Sarawak CM says state elections ‘still long way off’

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THE Sarawak chief minister on 9 Jul 20 hinted that the state elections will not be taking place for some time yet. In response to a question on Parti Pesaka Bumipuutera Bersatu’s (PBB) pick to

The Philippines: BSP still has policy space — Diokno

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The manageable inflation environment continues to afford the central bank with policy space that can be used to respond to the pandemic, Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) Governor Benjamin E. Diokno said on 8 Jul

Malaysia: Khazanah to finalise decision on Malaysia Airlines in 2020

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KHAZANAH Nasional Berhad is still reviewing potential partners for ailing national carrier Malaysia Airlines Bhd, the sovereign wealth fund said in its 2019 report which was released on 7 Jul 20. According to records filed

The Philippines: DoF warns vs incurring ‘unmanageable debt’

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FINANCE Secretary Carlos G. Dominguez III said the government is keen on capping its budget deficit at 9% of gross domestic product (GDP) in 2020, warning against “spending too much above our means.” “While the

Thailand: ‘Travel bubbles’ plan tipped to be put on ice

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Travel bubbles are likely to be delayed after several countries eyed for the scheme have seen a resurgence of Covid-19 cases, according to the Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT). CAAT director-general Chula Sukmanop said