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 to consider CPTPP in one month

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The cabinet has agreed to set up a committee to consider whether Thailand should seek membership in an Asia-Pacific trade agreement after widespread opposition in Apr 20 amid concerns joining the pact may harm the

Indonesia Eyes V-Shaped Recovery With Exit From Virus Lockdowns

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Indonesian officials are drawing up plans for a gradual exit from strict social distancing measures, betting the return to a new normal will pave the way for a V-shaped recovery for Southeast Asia’s biggest economy.

India: Job losses may have narrowed

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The week ended 24 May 20 recorded an unemployment rate of 24.3%. This is a shade higher than the 24.0% unemployment rate recorded in the preceding week. The unemployment rate has risen from 8.8% in

Malaysia: PAS not fielding candidate for Chini polls

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PAS has decided not to field a candidate for the by-election in Chini, Pahang, on 4 Jul 20, allowing Barisan Nasional (BN) to represent Perikatan Nasional (PN) in contesting the state seat. Pahang PAS commissioner

Thailand: THB150bn from future budgets may be used

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The government is set to reallocate THB150bn from the 2020 and 2021 fiscal budgets if additional funds for economic and social restoration are needed to blunt the fallout from the pandemic, says the Budget Bureau.