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All adult Malaysians to receive RM100 under Sara programme for Merdeka Day, says PM Anwar

The Prime Minister stated that this assistance is available for use from Aug 31 until Dec 31, and can be spent on essential goods at over 4,100 stores nationwide.

  • Published: July 23, 20258:36 am
  • Author Rahimy Rahim, Ragananthini Vethasalam, and Benjamin Lee
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Laos, Vietnam launch e-wallet to boost digital trade, tourism

Vietnam and Laos introduced LamoPay on July 18 in Vientiane, aiming to ease digital payments for travelers and SMEs while promoting deeper economic and e-commerce cooperation.

  • Published: July 22, 20251:51 pm
  • Author Souksamai Boulom
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South Korea kicks off US$10 billion coupon programme to spur spending

However, there are concerns that the coupon program could add strain to the government’s fiscal health, which has already been put to the test.

  • Published: July 22, 20258:50 am
  • Author Im Eun-byel
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India leads the world in fast payments: IMF

India has emerged as the global leader in fast payments, according to the International Monetary Fund’s report titled ‘Growing Retail Digital Payments: The Value of…

  • Published: July 21, 20251:58 pm
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China optimises foreign exchange reserve structure

Nation likely to increase investments in non-dollar assets, say economists.

  • Published: July 21, 20258:37 am
  • Author Zhou Lanxu
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Power struggle over reforms rattles South Korea’s financial agencies

Bank of Korea seeks greater authority over macrofinancial policy, stoking tensions with regulators.

  • Published: July 16, 20258:50 am
  • Author Park Han-na
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China’s innovation, transformation pace attracting investments

Building a unified national market is essential to unleashing domestic demand potential, facilitating the efficient flow of goods and factors, improving resource allocation and…

  • Published: July 15, 20252:04 pm
  • Author Zhong Nan
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IMF representative hails Pakistan’s ‘strong’ economic reform progress

Pakis­tan had secured a three-year aid package deal in July 2024. The programme, approved by the IMF two months later, is set to allow the country to “cement macroeconomic…

  • Published: July 14, 20251:04 pm
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Bhutanese importers claim unlawful Indian taxes on zero-rated exports

This practice, they claim, bypasses the GST exemption provided by the Government of India, leading to double taxation for Bhutanese consumers.

  • Published: July 10, 20258:00 am
  • Author Dorji Choden
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Who gets South Korea’s cash handouts? Rules for foreign residents explained

If you're a permanent resident covered by the national health insurance system, check the detailed criteria — you may be eligible for at least 150,000 won.

  • Published: July 7, 20259:24 am
  • Author Song Seung-hyun

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