Business sentiment among major Japanese manufacturers rose to 17 in March from 16, according to the Bank of Japan’s quarterly survey released Wednesday. The improvement in the key so-called diffusion ...
Large Japanese companies are more optimistic despite Iran conflict, but analysts say this may not last
The positive sentiment may not fully capture the impact from the Iran war, analysts said, as Japan's Tankan survey period ended in March.
Prabowo Calls Himself a Micromanager at Tokyo Business Forum
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto feels guilty for being a leader who is too concerned with details. During the Japan-Indonesia Business Forum in Tokyo, Japan, Prabowo referred ...
Netanyahu says Israel should invest in influence operations to counteract isolation
JERUSALEM (Reuters) -Israel needs to invest heavily in "influence operations" in traditional and social media to counteract economic isolation arising from negative publicity abroad, Prime Minister ...
Malaysia’s financial system remains resilient on strong regulatory framework, says central bank
Malaysia’s financial system remained resilient in 2025, supported by a prudent and robust regulatory environment, said Bank Negara Malaysia ...
Mideast War Tempers Malaysia Central Bank’s Outlook for Economy in 2026
Bank Negara Malaysia expects the Southeast Asian economy to expand between 4% and 5% this year, after a strong finish to 2025 brought annual growth to 5.2% despite headwinds from U.S. trade policy.
Bhutan Moves $37M in Bitcoin to Exchanges, Holdings Down Two-Thirds From Peak
With its latest transfer of Bitcoin to exchanges, Bhutan has reduced its sovereign holdings to 4,453 BTC from nearly 13,000 BTC in late 2024.
South Korea, Indonesia sign agreements on minerals, tech and finance during Prabowo visit
SEOUL, April 1 - South Korean President Lee Jae Myung held talks in Seoul on Wednesday with Indonesian leader Prabowo Subianto, where they agreed to expand cooperation on critical minerals, technology ...
Japan raises tobacco, corporate taxes to finance boost in defence spending
The tax increases are expected to add $10.5 billion annually in revenue. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Unlocking new sources of climate finance essential in Bangladesh: UNDP
Dhaka, April 1 -- Resident Representative, UNDP Bangladesh Stefan Liller has said unlocking new sources of climate finance is essential in Bangladesh, a country on the frontlines of climate change.