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.



International tourist arrivals beat target in 2022

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The number of international tourist arrivals in 2022 surpassed the target of 5.2mn for 2022, Tourism and Creative Economy Minister Sandiaga Salahuddin Uno said on 6 Feb. Compared to Dec 21, there was an increase

Manufacturing contraction continues for second month

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The monitoring indicator for Taiwan’s overall manufacturing industry in Dec 22 flashed a “blue” light for the second straight month signaling contraction, due to manufacturing inventory reduction and sluggish global demand. The monthly composite index

China hits out at US for downing suspected Chinese spy balloon

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The US military shot down a Chinese airship on 4 Feb. The Pentagon claimed the balloon was surveilling strategic sites in the country, ending an episode that prompted US President Joe Biden’s administration to postpone

Taiwan’s forex reserves hit another new high in Jan 23

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In the wake of a weakening USD, Taiwan’s foreign exchange reserves at the end of Jan 23 hit a new high after converting assets denominated in non-greenbacks in the central bank’s portfolio into the American

US, Philippines to restart joint patrols in South China Sea

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The United States and the Philippines have agreed to restart joint patrols in the South China Sea as the long-time allies seek to counter China’s military rise. During a visit to Manila by US Defence