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Oct 19
01:34
TL Tatoli state media
Timor-Leste
Govt steps up coordination with Indonesia to speed up expansion work at Presidente Nicolau Lobato International Airport
DÍLI, 19 October 2026 (TATOLI) — Timor-Leste has asked Indonesia to help accelerate the expansion of Presidente Nicolau Lobato International Airport, expressing concern over the pace of construction and reaffirming its target …
Oct 19
01:20
HK HK Free Press
Hong Kong
‘A better deal and spent less’: Western brands under pressure as ‘pre-owned’ luxury booms in China
With China’s economy still struggling to recover from the pandemic, even global fashion icons are beginning to feel the pinch as consumers turn instead to the second-hand market or buy upstart new …
Oct 19
01:01
CN CGTN state media
China
Montenegrin PM meets Chinese FM
Montenegrin Prime Minister Milojko Spajic met with visiting Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Podgorica on Sunday. Both sides expressed willingness to further deepen bilateral relations and expand practical cooperation.
Oct 19
01:00
KR Yonhap
South Korea
S. Korea's growth could exceed IMF projection: finance minister
BANGKOK, Oct. 19 (Yonhap) -- South Korea's economic growth could exceed projecti...
Oct 19
00:00
AU ASPI The Strategist
Australia
Manufacturing self-reliance sounds great for security. A weaker economy doesn’t
National security analysts have been quick to call for greater Australian economic resilience in the form of ramped-up domestic technical development and manufacturing. But this is a long-term path to a weaker …
Oct 18
23:30
MY Free Malaysia Today
Malaysia
Young Malaysians spent RM5.4bil through BNPL in just six months
Those aged 30 and below accounted for more than a third of Malaysia’s buy now, pay later spending in the first half of the year.
Oct 18
23:00
MY Malay Mail
Malaysia
Budget 2027: Don’t miss these tax reliefs when you file your taxes next year
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 19 — Before you file your next income tax return, remember to lookout for existing and new tax r...
Oct 18
23:00
VN Thanh Nien News state media
Vietnam
FDI hits record high, where are Vietnamese businesses in the supply chain? VIFDI tăng kỷ lục, doanh nghiệp Việt ở đâu trong chuỗi cung ứng?
Việt Nam tiếp tục là điểm đến tích cực của dòng vốn đầu tư trực tiếp nước ngoài (FDI). Tín hiệu đáng chú ý là ngày càng nhiều doanh nghiệp trong nước …
Oct 18
22:04
MY Free Malaysia Today
Malaysia
China’s growth expected to miss official target in third quarter
Beijing targets 4.5% to 5% annual growth, but economists estimate third-quarter growth at 4.4%, slightly up from 4.3% in the second quarter.
Oct 18
21:30
CN South China Morning Post
China
How China made climate resilience part of its economic growth strategy
The war in the Middle East has disrupted oil and gas supplies, leaving governments to confront energy pressures as they prepare for next month’s Cop31 UN climate conference in Antalya, Turkey. The …
Oct 18
19:30
LA Laotian Times
Laos
Budget Direct Sets up in Adelaide, Boosting Local Employment and Customer Service
ADELAIDE, Australia, Oct. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Budget Direct, Australia’s most awarded insurer, underwritten by leading insurance group Auto & General, today started serving customers from Adelaide, marking a significant investment in …
Oct 18
17:23
KH Khmer Times
Cambodia
Cambodia draws $5.92B in projects despite global risks
Cambodia attracted $5.92 billion in registered investment capital during the first nine months of 2026, despite a decline in the number of approved projects and total investment value, as the country intensifies …
Oct 18
17:20
KH Khmer Times
Cambodia
IMF urges targeted energy relief for Cambodia
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) Friday warned that higher fuel and fertiliser prices have increased farming costs, weighed on agricultural output and intensified inflationary pressures in Cambodia, urging targeted, time-bound support to …
Oct 18
16:19
PH The Manila Times
Philippines
Take precautions amid unrest, OFWs urged
SEN. Erwin Tulfo on Sunday urged overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) in France, Saudi Arabia and Israel to take extra precautions amid reports of unrest and security threats in the three countries.Tulfo, vice …
Oct 18
16:13
PH The Manila Times
Philippines
Free trade deal with Canada pushed
PHILIPPINE Ambassador to Canada Jose Victor Chan-Gonzaga raised the importance of concluding the Philippines-Canada Free Trade Agreement (FTA) and the Asean-Canada FTA to expand trade, attract investment, and strengthen economic ties. Chan-Gonzaga …
Oct 18
16:10
PH The Manila Times
Philippines
Cayetano urges higher education spending
SENATE Minority Leader Alan Peter Cayetano has called for increased and more efficient education spending, saying investments made today would shape the country’s workforce and prospects in the coming years.“It’s very important …
Oct 18
14:55
CN CGTN state media
China
Premier Li says to advance Belt and Road cooperation with Tajikistan
Chinese Premier Li Qiang said on Sunday that China stands ready to work with Tajikistan to advance high-quality Belt and Road cooperation.
Oct 18
13:01
PH The Manila Times
Philippines
China holds dialogue ahead of APEC meetings
SHENZHEN — As China prepares to host the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) meetings, a high-level dialogue was held here to focus on the priority areas for cooperation between China and APEC member …
Oct 18
11:38
ID Antara News state media
Indonesia
Indonesia turns to digital economy to target 6 percent growth in 2027
Indonesia’s Coordinating Ministry for Economic Affairs is looking to the digital economy to help drive economic ...
Oct 18
11:00
LA Laotian Times
Laos
Advanced Manufacturing in Focus: Smart Life and Robotics Take the Spotlight at 140th Canton Fair
GUANGZHOU, China, Oct. 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Phase 1 of the 140th Canton Fair, themed “Advanced Manufacturing,” opened on October 15 and will run through October 19. As one of the event’s …
Oct 18
10:39
TH The Thaiger
Thailand
Thailand pursues US$200 million World Bank loan for clean energy
Thailand is pursuing a US$200 million World Bank loan to fund solar power installations and energy-saving upgrades in public buildings and industrial areas, as part of new clean energy investment plans announced …
Oct 18
08:49
PH The Manila Times
Philippines
Senate set to review OVP budget
MANILA, Philippines — Senate Finance Committee Chairman JV Ejercito said the Senate will assess the proposed P785.2 million budget for the Office of the Vice President whether or not Vice President Sara …
Oct 18
08:05
SG The Straits Times
Singapore
Beware of scammers impersonating investment personalities, financial gurus: Police
Victims are persuaded to download investment apps or access trading websites controlled by the scammers.
Oct 18
08:03
MY Free Malaysia Today
Malaysia
China proposes export controls on solar-manufacturing technologies
The commerce ministry says greater oversight is needed because solar technologies are increasingly being used in sensitive sectors such as aerospace and national defence.
Oct 18
07:58
CN South China Morning Post
China
China slams Japan’s Takaichi over Yasukuni ritual offering, warns of ‘remilitarisation’
China has condemned Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi for sending a ritual offering to Tokyo’s war-linked Yasukuni Shrine, a move that threatens to further strain ties between the neighbours. At the start …
Oct 18
07:35
HK RTHK English News state media
Hong Kong
Hong Kong can help boost other economies: FS
Financial Secretary Paul Chan on Sunday said Hong Kong could facilitate the development of other economies and enterprises while elevating itself. Chan made the remarks in his weekly blog after his recent …
Oct 18
06:54
CN South China Morning Post
China
More drug, semiconductor firms to set up or expand in Hong Kong, OASES head says
Ten to 20 more companies are set to establish or expand operations in Hong Kong, including leading drug makers and a semiconductor business, with a roughly equal number of mainland Chinese and …
Oct 18
06:20
CN South China Morning Post
China
Hong Kong ‘optimistic’ on economic growth despite global slowdown, Paul Chan says
The government is more “optimistic” than the International Monetary Fund (IMF) about Hong Kong’s economic growth for the year, the finance chief has said, pointing to the city’s unique position to capitalise …
Oct 18
06:18
SG Channel News Asia state media
Singapore
Vietnam signs free trade deal with four European nations
The deal, between Southeast Asia's fastest-growing economy and the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) eliminates or reduces customs duties, including on imports of industrial, fish and agricultural products.
Oct 18
06:01
PH Philippine Daily Inquirer
Philippines
Inquirer report on PH debt burden wins Best News Coverage at 48th CMMA
MANILA, Philippines — The Inquirer’s two-part special report on the country’s growing debt burden won Best News Coverage at the 48th Catholic Mass Media Awards (CMMA). The reports, “Debt service eats up …
Oct 18
06:01
PH Philippine Daily Inquirer
Philippines
Ejercito: Senate ready to extend courtesy to OVP at budget hearing
MANILA, Philippines — Whether or not Vice President Sara Duterte attends the hearing to defend her office’s proposed budget for fiscal year 2027, the Senate finance committee assured the Office of the …
Oct 18
05:58
TL Tatoli state media
Timor-Leste
Beyond Income: What the United Nations Multidimensional Poverty Report Means for Timor-Leste
By: Dionísio Babo Soares* Understanding the real meaning of poverty. Timor-Leste has made considerable progress since restoring independence in 2002, thanks to successive governments, national institutions, communities, and development partners. The IX …
Oct 18
05:34
KR The Korea Herald
South Korea
Samsung, SK hynix suffer worst weekly stock rout since 2008
South Korean chip giants Samsung Electronics and SK hynix suffered their steepest weekly share declines since the 2008 global financial crisis, battered by record foreign selling amid concerns over US interest rates, …
Oct 18
05:32
MY Free Malaysia Today
Malaysia
Vietnam signs free trade deal with four European nations
The deal, which includes Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland, eliminates or reduces customs duties on imports of industrial, fish and agricultural products.
Oct 18
05:28
MY Malay Mail
Malaysia
Budget 2027: Higher STR, SARA allocations help recipients plan spending, say beneficiaries
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 18 — The RM16 billion allocation for the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah...
Oct 18
05:16
CN CGTN state media
China
Chinese premier: China ready to deepen cooperation with Uzbekistan
Chinese Premier Li Qiang said on Saturday that China stands ready to strengthen the alignment of development strategies with Uzbekistan and deepen cooperation in energy and resources, artificial intelligence, modern agriculture and …
Oct 18
05:07
MY Malay Mail
Malaysia
MediAsas plan to offer financial, health safety net to Malaysia’s M40, says Dzulkefly
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 18 — The MediAsas Plan scheme, set to launch in January 2027, will provide a financial and healt...
Oct 18
05:00
TH The Thaiger
Thailand
Thailand pays 5.2 billion baht in flood relief, seeks 10.5 billion baht more
Thailand’s Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (DDPM) has paid out 5.2 billion baht (US$156 million) in flood relief to 683,286 households, and will ask the Cabinet on Tuesday, October 20, for …
Oct 18
04:37
MY Free Malaysia Today
Malaysia
Lebanese villagers dread looming UN peacekeeper pullout
The UN Interim Force in Lebanon has become part of the fabric of south Lebanese villages after decades spent monitoring border hostilities and supporting local communities.
Oct 18
03:29
HK HK Free Press
Hong Kong
Western brands under pressure as ‘pre-owned’ luxury booms in China
By Emily Wang With China’s economy still struggling to recover from the pandemic, even global fashion icons are beginning to feel the pinch as consumers turn instead to the second-hand market or …