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The crusade against corruption in Malaysia is not over yet, says the Prime Minister, as the country continues to attract investment.

The crusade against corruption in Malaysia is not over yet, says the Prime Minister, as the country continues to attract investment.

Indonesia is pushing for significant policy changes in order to avoid the 'middle-income trap'.

Indonesia is pushing for significant policy changes in order to avoid the 'middle-income trap'.

The shortage of rice in Japan, which has not been seen in years, is being intensified by tourists who crave sushi, as well as unfavorable weather conditions.

The shortage of rice in Japan, which has not been seen in years, is being intensified by tourists who crave sushi, as well as unfavorable weather conditions.

Japan's workaholics may not be open to a four-day workweek.

Japan's workaholics may not be open to a four-day workweek.

The Bank of Japan may raise interest rates in December, according to a CNBC survey.

The Bank of Japan may raise interest rates in December, according to a CNBC survey.

Analysts argue that despite its unpopularity, China's decision to raise its retirement age is necessary.

Analysts argue that despite its unpopularity, China's decision to raise its retirement age is necessary.

India's EV dilemma: Prioritize investing in vehicles or charging infrastructure

India's EV dilemma: Prioritize investing in vehicles or charging infrastructure

According to an asset management firm, Japanese wage growth is predicted to exceed inflation for the first time in more than three decades.

According to an asset management firm, Japanese wage growth is predicted to exceed inflation for the first time in more than three decades.

The golden age for Hong Kong's retail industry has ended as Chinese tourists become more frugal.

The golden age for Hong Kong's retail industry has ended as Chinese tourists become more frugal.

Singapore serves as a testbed for Chinese consumer brands aiming to penetrate the global market.

Singapore serves as a testbed for Chinese consumer brands aiming to penetrate the global market.

Singapore and Macao have already done it, and now Thailand is considering building casinos to attract more tourist dollars.

Singapore and Macao have already done it, and now Thailand is considering building casinos to attract more tourist dollars.

When will the Bank of Japan raise rates further?

When will the Bank of Japan raise rates further?

To become a developed nation by 2047, India must address gender inequality first.

To become a developed nation by 2047, India must address gender inequality first.

Japan's GDP surpasses expectations in the second quarter, growing by 0.8% compared to the previous period.

Japan's GDP surpasses expectations in the second quarter, growing by 0.8% compared to the previous period.

The Reserve Bank of New Zealand decreases the cash rate by 25 basis points.

The Reserve Bank of New Zealand decreases the cash rate by 25 basis points.

So far this year, the S&P 500 is being outperformed by India's Nifty 50.

So far this year, the S&P 500 is being outperformed by India's Nifty 50.

The Bank of Japan (BOJ) announces an increase in interest rates after Japan confirms a $36.8 billion currency intervention to strengthen the yen.

The Bank of Japan (BOJ) announces an increase in interest rates after Japan confirms a $36.8 billion currency intervention to strengthen the yen.

Weak Yen Attracts Rich Chinese Travelers to Tokyo

Weak Yen Attracts Rich Chinese Travelers to Tokyo

JPMorgan's Jahangir Aziz states that India is facing challenges in identifying new drivers for economic growth.

JPMorgan's Jahangir Aziz states that India is facing challenges in identifying new drivers for economic growth.

The Modi government promises to allocate funds for job creation but will exercise fiscal caution in the post-election budget.

The Modi government promises to allocate funds for job creation but will exercise fiscal caution in the post-election budget.

This Southeast Asian country presents opportunities for data centers, according to JPMorgan's bullish outlook.

This Southeast Asian country presents opportunities for data centers, according to JPMorgan's bullish outlook.

'Strike indefinitely': Samsung Electronics workers continue to disrupt chip production

'Strike indefinitely': Samsung Electronics workers continue to disrupt chip production

The IPO market in Southeast Asia experienced a significant decline in the first half, but listings related to artificial intelligence could potentially revive it.

The IPO market in Southeast Asia experienced a significant decline in the first half, but listings related to artificial intelligence could potentially revive it.

Companies with increased shareholder returns will receive tax breaks, as announced by the South Korean president.

Companies with increased shareholder returns will receive tax breaks, as announced by the South Korean president.

Amid U.S.-China tensions, Southeast Asia is a popular destination for companies looking to diversify their supply chains.

Amid U.S.-China tensions, Southeast Asia is a popular destination for companies looking to diversify their supply chains.

Experts caution that high prices and intense competition pose larger challenges for Hong Kong's tourism industry, despite the government's efforts to encourage residents to smile more.

Experts caution that high prices and intense competition pose larger challenges for Hong Kong's tourism industry, despite the government's efforts to encourage residents to smile more.

In Asia, digital wallets are increasingly replacing cash and cards, with China and India leading the way.

In Asia, digital wallets are increasingly replacing cash and cards, with China and India leading the way.

Commerce Secretary Raimondo clarifies that U.S. economic engagement in the Indo-Pacific is not solely focused on China.

Commerce Secretary Raimondo clarifies that U.S. economic engagement in the Indo-Pacific is not solely focused on China.

Japan intervenes in currency market for the first time in 2022 with a budget of $62 billion.

Japan intervenes in currency market for the first time in 2022 with a budget of $62 billion.

More jobs are being created by India's startups, yet additional investments are required to increase employment.

More jobs are being created by India's startups, yet additional investments are required to increase employment.

Raghuram Rajan, former central bank chief of India, states that the country's 8.5% growth rate has some "fluff."

Raghuram Rajan, former central bank chief of India, states that the country's 8.5% growth rate has some "fluff."

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has increased its growth forecast for Asia in 2024, citing India's growth and China's stimulus measures as the main drivers.

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has increased its growth forecast for Asia in 2024, citing India's growth and China's stimulus measures as the main drivers.

The governor of Thailand's central bank asserts independence and will not succumb to political pressure.

The governor of Thailand's central bank asserts independence and will not succumb to political pressure.

Strong economic growth in the next 5 years is crucial for India, and policy continuity is the key to achieving it, according to Nomura.

Strong economic growth in the next 5 years is crucial for India, and policy continuity is the key to achieving it, according to Nomura.

Last year, survey reveals that Asian firms were most affected by inflation and operating costs.

Last year, survey reveals that Asian firms were most affected by inflation and operating costs.

MG Motor India views Tesla's entry into India's EV market as a positive development for the country.

MG Motor India views Tesla's entry into India's EV market as a positive development for the country.

Singapore's non-oil domestic exports decline by a significant 20.7%, far exceeding expectations.

Singapore's non-oil domestic exports decline by a significant 20.7%, far exceeding expectations.

Green investment in Southeast Asia driven by eco-friendly data centers, but report reveals more is required.

Green investment in Southeast Asia driven by eco-friendly data centers, but report reveals more is required.

Real wages in Japan decline for 23 consecutive months, dampening the Bank of Japan's expectations for a 'virtuous cycle.'

Real wages in Japan decline for 23 consecutive months, dampening the Bank of Japan's expectations for a 'virtuous cycle.'

High youth unemployment looms in India as the slowing IT sector's hiring decreases.

High youth unemployment looms in India as the slowing IT sector's hiring decreases.

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