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: Dems to meet over post claim

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All eyes are on the Democrat Party with a meeting planned on 10 Jun 19 that could make or break its coalition deal with the PPRP, in wake of reports that the PPRP wants to

Philippines: Government seen to generate PHP126bn from higher tobacco taxes

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The government is expected to generate at least PHP126bn in additional revenues over the next five years following the passage of a bill that seeks to increase tobacco excise taxes, the Department of Finance (DOF)

Thailand: Prayut beats off rival for PM

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Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha has reclaimed the premiership, winning 500 votes while FFP leader Thanathorn gained 244 votes with three abstentions. Prayut’s victory came despite MPs from the Pheu Thai-led coalition questioning his qualifications, focusing

Malaysia: Putrajaya inching towards RCI into judicial interference

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Putrajaya will have to accede to the wishes of the public on setting up a royal commission of inquiry (RCI) to investigate allegations of judicial interference, said Prime Minister Dr Mahathir Mohamad. Dr Mahathir was

India: INR400bn bank recapitalisation in 2019-20 to boost lending

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The government may infuse around INR400bn into state-run lenders in 2019-20 as it looks to strengthen their balance sheets to enable them to step up lending. An announcement to this effect is expected in the