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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.

Asia Economy
India aims to become a dominant force in the semiconductor industry, but it cannot achieve this goal independently.

India aims to become a dominant force in the semiconductor industry, but it cannot achieve this goal independently.

Business News
Next week, Narendra Modi, the Indian Prime Minister, will meet with Trump.

Next week, Narendra Modi, the Indian Prime Minister, will meet with Trump.

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

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

Asia Economy
India and Singapore agree to enhance their cooperation on semiconductors as nations aim to bolster their partnership.

India and Singapore agree to enhance their cooperation on semiconductors as nations aim to bolster their partnership.

Politics
Singapore visit expected to mark new era of bilateral agreements for India's Modi.

Singapore visit expected to mark new era of bilateral agreements for India's Modi.

Politics
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.

Asia Economy
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.

Asia Economy
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.

Asia Economy
WHO declares mpox outbreak an emergency: Asian nations respond

WHO declares mpox outbreak an emergency: Asian nations respond

Business News
Following the heinous act of rape and murder by a medic, Indian doctors stage a 24-hour nationwide strike.

Following the heinous act of rape and murder by a medic, Indian doctors stage a 24-hour nationwide strike.

Markets
The Indian government introduces an application aimed at reducing the number of deaths resulting from encounters with wild elephants.

The Indian government introduces an application aimed at reducing the number of deaths resulting from encounters with wild elephants.

Markets
U.S. key inflation data awaits as Asia-Pacific markets are poised to open mostly higher.

U.S. key inflation data awaits as Asia-Pacific markets are poised to open mostly higher.

Markets
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.

Asia Economy
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.

Asia Economy
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.

Asia Economy
U.S. trade curb consideration negatively impacts Asia chip stocks.

U.S. trade curb consideration negatively impacts Asia chip stocks.

Technology
The Nasdaq experiences its worst day since 2022, causing Asia-Pacific markets to tumble; Japan's trade deficit narrows.

The Nasdaq experiences its worst day since 2022, causing Asia-Pacific markets to tumble; Japan's trade deficit narrows.

Markets
The International Monetary Fund upgrades India's economic forecast, predicting that global growth will remain sluggish.

The International Monetary Fund upgrades India's economic forecast, predicting that global growth will remain sluggish.

Markets
The International Monetary Fund upgrades the economic forecasts for China and India, predicting that global growth will continue to be sluggish.

The International Monetary Fund upgrades the economic forecasts for China and India, predicting that global growth will continue to be sluggish.

Markets
Georges Elhedery is named HSBC's new group CEO, effective September 2.

Georges Elhedery is named HSBC's new group CEO, effective September 2.

Markets
Gains on Wall Street lead to a rise in Asia-Pacific markets; yen intervention speculated.

Gains on Wall Street lead to a rise in Asia-Pacific markets; yen intervention speculated.

Markets
Fed chair's rate cut comments lead to mixed expectations in Asia-Pacific markets.

Fed chair's rate cut comments lead to mixed expectations in Asia-Pacific markets.

Markets
Condemnation of assassination attempt on Trump by world leaders: 'A tragedy for democracy'

Condemnation of assassination attempt on Trump by world leaders: 'A tragedy for democracy'

Politics
Coal-generated power remains the primary source of energy in the Philippines, surpassing China and Indonesia in dependence.

Coal-generated power remains the primary source of energy in the Philippines, surpassing China and Indonesia in dependence.

Technology
Understanding your teenager's behavior? Psychologists have advice.

Understanding your teenager's behavior? Psychologists have advice.

Make It
After two decades, China initiates a new round of 'panda diplomacy' by sending giant bears to the U.S.

After two decades, China initiates a new round of 'panda diplomacy' by sending giant bears to the U.S.

Markets
The world's most expensive city for the super rich is located in Southeast Asia.

The world's most expensive city for the super rich is located in Southeast Asia.

Make It
After the release of inflation data, Japan's stock markets rise, while other Asian markets show varying performance.

After the release of inflation data, Japan's stock markets rise, while other Asian markets show varying performance.

Markets
China loan prime rates are awaited by investors, causing Asia markets to open lower.

China loan prime rates are awaited by investors, causing Asia markets to open lower.

Markets
The 10 Most Costly Cities for Expats in 2024

The 10 Most Costly Cities for Expats in 2024

Make It
Delhi faces water crisis as India experiences its 'longest' heatwave.

Delhi faces water crisis as India experiences its 'longest' heatwave.

Markets
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.

Asia Economy
The world's largest election is about to begin in India, with exit polls indicating a probable win for Modi.

The world's largest election is about to begin in India, with exit polls indicating a probable win for Modi.

Politics
According to exit polls, Modi's BJP-led alliance is predicted to secure a parliamentary majority in India's upcoming election.

According to exit polls, Modi's BJP-led alliance is predicted to secure a parliamentary majority in India's upcoming election.

Politics
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.

Asia Economy
A survey indicates that China's role as a global supplier is "critical," and completely decoupling from the country may not be feasible.

A survey indicates that China's role as a global supplier is "critical," and completely decoupling from the country may not be feasible.

China Economy
Despite efforts to shift away from coal, China and India continue to heavily rely on it, making it 'very difficult' to achieve climate targets.

Despite efforts to shift away from coal, China and India continue to heavily rely on it, making it 'very difficult' to achieve climate targets.

Markets
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.

Asia Economy
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.

Asia Economy
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.

Asia Economy