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El Nino may hit India's monsoon, rice and maize output: FAOIndia faces a potential threat as El Nino begins. The Food and Agriculture Organization warns of a weakened summer monsoon. This could stre...
India's biggest trade bet comes with six red flagsIndia may be adding more trade partners, but its latest FTA report card comes with several red marks. A new study by the Global Trade Resea...
India, Myanmar agree to deepen trade ties, push connectivity projects and security cooperationIndia and Myanmar are embarking on a new chapter of friendship. In a recent summit, the leaders agreed to deepen ties focusing on economic ...
Countries tighten travel rules as Ebola risk risesFollowing the WHO's declaration of an Ebola outbreak as a Public Health Emergency of International Concern, numerous countries and airlines...
Pentagon chief urges allies to boost defence spending amid 'alarm' over China's buildupPentagon chief Pete Hegseth has voiced concerns over China's military expansion in the Pacific. He noted widespread alarm across the region...
US defence chief credits Trump for India-Pakistan peace, hails India as key Indo-Pacific partnerUS Secretary of War Pete Hegseth spoke at the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore. He credited President Trump for helping broker peace betwee...
From lottery draws to fiscal spending, China broadens digital yuan footprintIn a series of measures, many revealed here for the first time, the People's Bank of China (PBOC) is giving banks policy incentives and beh...
Thailand ends visa-free entry for India; cuts stay for 92 other countries. Check full listThailand has revoked its 60-day visa-free entry for Indian travelers, moving India to the Visa on Arrival category. This change, affecting ...
Fishermen are being pushed to the brink by fuel costs in Southeast AsiaRising energy, freight, and supply chain expenses are escalating seafood prices globally. Governments offer aid, but it's stretched thin, i...
Middle East tourism pain is Europe's gainEuropeans are choosing to vacation closer to home as the war in the Middle East has amplified security concerns and made long-haul flights ...
Want to jump into the 'China is back' rally? Tread carefullyInvestors are increasingly betting that “China is back” as the economy rebounds from years of deflation, helped by strong manufacturing, ex...
Thailand plans stricter visa rules across categories; may scrap 60-day visa-free stay for touristsThailand is set to tighten visa rules for foreign visitors, reviewing all major categories to prioritize tourist "quality" over quantity. T...
Is Thailand-based OBON Corp really 'Company-1', and were Nvidia chips sent to Alibaba? US probe tracks alleged AI server smuggling routeIs Thailand-based OBON Corp really 'Company-1', and were Nvidia chips sent to Alibaba? A new report says the US suspects AI servers with ...
Global Markets | Resilience Tested: Asian economies balance buffers against rising oil shockAsian economies are scrambling to manage an energy shock caused by the Iran war, with soaring oil prices and supply disruptions hitting the...
Charting the global economy: ECB is leaning toward rate hikesEconomic growth varies globally, with some regions facing inflation and others seeing tech-driven booms. Geopolitical events are influencin...
Asia Rice: Muted demand, weak rupee push India prices lowerThis situation adds to existing concerns about food security in the region. Thailand's rice prices remain steady with quiet demand. Rising ...
Rare earth mining is poisoning Mekong River tributaries, threatening 'the world's kitchen'Toxic runoff from unregulated rare earth mines in Myanmar and Laos is contaminating the Mekong River and its tributaries, threatening the l...
Shadow of Hormuz: Why is the Gulf crisis turning all eyes to Malacca StraitThe Strait of Malacca, a vital global trade artery, faces increased scrutiny following disruptions elsewhere. This busy waterway connects E...
Oil prices surge from Iran conflict boosts global biofuel demandGlobal oil prices are surging due to a war in the Middle East. This is increasing demand for biofuels made from crops. Countries in Asia ar...
Bangladesh seeks $2 billion from development partners to meet energy demandBangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman sought a USD 2 billion fund from development partners to meet the country's immediate energy needs...