Hospitality, travel services providers in India witness robust demand ahead of Diwali
They registered strong bookings across urban and leisure destinations, with intercity bus services occupancy levels even touching 95-100 per cent.
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China becomes a global hub for two-way investment
Nation taking on dual role in world economy — as magnet for foreign enterprises and increasingly influential outbound investor.
Cambodia’s Techo International Airport set for October 20 official inauguration
The airport spans 2,600 hectares and is a 4F-class facility, meaning it can accommodate large, wide-body aircraft such as the Airbus A380 and Boeing 787.
Taiwan sees no significant impact on chip sector from China rare earths curbs
China dramatically expanded its rare earths export controls on Oct 9, adding five new elements and extra scrutiny for chip users as Beijing tightens control over the sector ahead…
Japanese universities keen to train video game creators as market growth sees no end
With the domestic game market valued at more than ¥2 trillion, there is a need for talent from a diverse range of fields, including programmers, specialists in visual effects and…
Cyberattack on Japan’s Asahi Beer leaves rivals struggling to meet uptick in demand
Restaurants and retail stores wanting to shift beer suppliers has led to demand exceeding each company’s forecast, forcing them to limit shipments.
Johor–Singapore SEZ draws new wave of investors with 2-in-1 appeal
Johor drew RM56 billion in investments in H1 2025, thanks to initiatives like JS-SEZ, and is on track to meet the RM100 billion target by end of 2025. EDB said initiatives are in…
World Bank raises India’s GDP forecast for FY26 to 6.5%
The World Bank raised India’s gross domestic product (GDP) forecast for 2025–26 (FY26) to 6.5 per cent from 6.3 per cent projected in June.
China’s forex reserves hit highest level in decade
The $3.3387 trillion in reserves marked the highest level since November 2015, when it stood at $3.4383 trillion, according to the foreign exchange regulator.
Hybrid boom offsets EV slump in Korea’s auto market
From January to September, a highlight of Hyundai Motor Group’s new launches was the All-New Palisade, the first revamped version of the large SUV in six years.