Daily news headlines about Asia from around the world (past 24 hours)

‘As safe as we can’: Victoria’s hotel quarantine system to accept 106 travellers on Thursday

More than 100 overseas travellers will arrive in Melbourne on Thursday and be housed in six hotels as the state’s quarantine system is restarted after an almost …The Age40 minutes ago

Asian holidays on the cards by winter as Australia looks to open other travel bubbles

Australians could be able to travel to select Asian and Pacific destinations without facing lengthy stints in quarantine by August, as the Morrison government …Sydney Morning Herald8 hours ago

KKR closes $15 billion fund targeting consumption and urbanization in Asia

KKR has just closed $15 billion for its Asia-focused private equity fund, exceeding its original target size after receiving “strong support” from new and existing …Yahoo Finance Australia22 hours ago

Countries in Asia, Middle East and North Africa Are Ready to Step up Climate Action

UN Climate Change News, 6 April 2021 – Most countries in Asia, the Middle East and North Africa aim to increase ambition to tackle climate change through…Mirage News15 hours ago

Anti-Asian racism: America grapples with damaged authority

NEW YORK/BANGKOK/SHANGHAI — When 65-year-old New Yorker Vilma Kari was brutally assaulted on her way to church on March 28, the crime made …Nikkei Asia5 hours ago

Asia’s growing missile arsenals demand a response

The Philippines, Indonesia, Thailand and Vietnam have expressed interest in acquiring a supersonic cruise missile jointly developed by India and Russia.The Japan Times19 hours agoOpinion

KKR closes US$15b Asian Fund

Global investment firm, KKR has announced it will close its KKR Asian Fund IV, a US$15 billion fund focused on investments in private equity transactions …Money Management5 hours ago

Investors Brace for Asia’s Worst Stock Market to Fall Even Further

(Bloomberg) — A rout that’s made the Philippine benchmark equity gauge the worst performer in the Asia Pacific region risks worsening in the wake of *fresh* virus …Yahoo Finance5 hours ago

Anti-China is not anti-Asian

We should pledge never to be silent bystanders, neither to hate crimes in this country nor to crimes against humanity abroad.Washington Post5 hours agoOpinion

Asia Pacific markets higher; Samsung shares slip despite guidance that profit rose 44% last quarter

Wednesday’s session follows overnight losses on Wall Street, where U.S. stocks fell from record levels.CNBC2 hours ago

Thai activist: ‘Informational autocrats’ are on the rise in Southeast Asia

Thai authorities want to arrest Pavin Chachavalpongpun, a Thai academic and activist living in exile in Japan. In an interview with DW, Pavin slams a new …Deutsche Welle14 hours ago

Asia-Pacific financial institutions M&A interest tracker

This tracker covers possible deals reported by media across Asia-Pacific over a certain period. The information is gathered from various news sources, excludes …S&P Global22 hours ago

Structural Headwinds Forecast to Undercut Recovery of Pay-TV in Asia (Report)

Structural headwinds may undercut the recovery of Asian pay-TV, which will increasingly rely on bundling and live sports, says a new study.Variety20 hours ago

Asian Corporates Trail On Climate Aspirations……Can Their Young Staff Be A Force For Change?

Developing Asia is a laggard in the battle against climate change and so are Asian corporates. As the world prepares for November’s Glasgow summit, Asian …Forbes11 hours ago

Asian shares climb to three-week highs

A gauge of Asian shares has climbed to three-week highs as investors eyed the coming earnings season for further signs of a global economic recovery, while …7NEWS.com.au46 minutes ago

EMERGING MARKETS-Ringgit, won lead Asia’s currencies higher as U.S. yields retreat

Philippine March inflation eases for the first time in 6-months * Fed minutes for March meeting expected on Wednesday * RBI meeting on Wednesday April 6 …Reuters20 hours ago

US-Central Asia: New Trilateral Dialogues Bring Regional Focus to Afghanistan

In May 2020 and March 2021, the United States started up two new trilateral dialogues pairing Afghanistan with Tajikistan and Uzbekistan.The Diplomat14 hours ago

South Asia: Innovative ways to overcome barriers to education for refugee children – India

JRS is committed to ensuring that children who are forced to flee their homes and communities are not deprived of their right to education. We understand the …ReliefWeb3 hours ago

The first travel bubble in Asia has officially launched — but it comes with a lot of red tape

Travelers between Taiwan and Palau must travel in approved tour groups, stay in approved hotels, and stick to specific itineraries.Insider19 hours ago

Asia Ascendant: The Richest New Chinese Billionaires In 2021

The world’s second largest economy is leading the globe in creating ten-figure fortunes, as more than 40% of new billionaires on Forbes’ World’s Billionaires list …Forbes17 hours ago

Conserving architecture in Asia, Monocle on Design 495 – Radio

We venture to Thailand, Hong Kong and Singapore to find out how architects retain the local character and culture of historic buildings, while redesigning…Monocle51 minutes ago

How Myanmar’s post-coup violence is transforming a generation

YANGON — The arson attacks and evening raids by soldiers and police that followed Myanmar’s Feb. 1 coup gave 25-year-old Cho a glimpse of what life m.Nikkei Asia4 hours ago

IOUpay signs another deal in Malaysia, extends footprint in Southeast Asia

Highflying fintech IOUpay has cemented its push into the Southeast Asian markets today, signing an agreement with Malaysian-based payment platform, MYP1.Stockhead22 hours ago

Scientists identify deadly new snake species in Asia

Researchers have discovered a deadly new snake species in Asia, which has been named Suzhen’s krait after the mythical figure of Bai Su Zhen.Open Access Government11 hours ago

PFL expands Asia reach by securing broadcast deal with Vietnam’s FPT TV

The Professional Fighters League has secured a media rights deal with Vietnamese sports network FPT TV for the 2021 season, expanding the mixed martial …SportBusiness12 hours ago

Samsung 1Q profit jumps 44.2% on strong smartphone sales

SEOUL — Samsung Electronics said Wednesday that its operating profit rose 44.2% in the first quarter from the same period last year, led by strong sales in …Nikkei Asia3 hours ago

Kurt Rieder to Head Theatrical Distribution for Warner Bros in Asia (EXCLUSIVE)

Veteran distribution and exhibition executive Kurt Rieder has been made head of theatrical releasing for Warner Bros. in Asia Pacific.Variety22 hours ago

GLOBAL MARKETS-Asia shares set for sluggish start after Wall Street retreats from record highs

Asia equities are set for a sluggish open on Wednesday after Wall Street pulled back from record highs reached in previous sessions, as investors eye the …Yahoo Finance3 hours ago

Worst Covid Surge in Southeast Asia Hammers Philippine Hospitals

As hospitals in the Philippine capital reach capacity from a new surge of coronavirus cases, increasingly desperate Filipinos are stocking up on oxygen tanks …Bloomberg17 hours ago

Coronavirus in South Asia: Where are numbers going up again?

Countries in South Asia are seeing rising cases as their vaccination drives continue.Yahoo News Australia14 hours ago

Stocks Hover Around Record High; Treasuries Steady: Markets Wrap

Global stocks traded around all-time highs Wednesday as the economic rebound from the pandemic and stimulus supported investor sentiment. The dollar …BloombergQuint1 hour ago

Governments In Europe, Central Asia Used Pandemic To Clamp Down On Human Rights, Amnesty International Report Says

Amnesty International says some measures to tackle the coronavirus pandemic have aggravated existing patterns of abuses and inequalities in Europe and …Radio Free Europe / Radio Liberty2 hours ago

One fan’s mission to keep baseball alive in Southeast Asia

And to keep the sport’s interest global, accessible to fans around the world.Twinkie Town14 hours ago

Rihanna goes undercover at ‘Stop Asian Hate’ rally in N.Y.C., surprises protester who asks for Instagram handle

Pop superstar, makeup mogul Rihanna showed support for the Asian American and Pacific Islander community by attending a “Stop Asian Hate” rally in New …NBC News12 hours ago

KKR raises record $15 billion for Asia fund

KKR said it will invest about $1.3 billion in capital alongside fund investors through the firm and its employees commitments.Economic Times20 hours ago

Lockdowns in South Asia ease demo rates

Snap Covid lockdowns this week and the impending Ramadan mean owners might have missed the boat to pick up the best ship demolition deals. Prices had …Splash 24721 hours ago

Bangkok’s Free From Food Asia show postpones to 2022

Free From Food Asia, an exhibition for the alternative food industry, has postponed to September 2022. The event was scheduled to take place in Bangkok this …Exhibition World15 hours ago

Asia and the Pacific: Weekly Regional Humanitarian Snapshot (30 March to 5 April 2021) – Myanmar

English Infographic on Myanmar and 3 other countries about Food and Nutrition, Health, Epidemic, Flash Flood and more; published on 06 Apr 2021 by OCHA.ReliefWeb14 hours ago

China win two golds on day one of Asia-Oceania Judo Championships

China tops the medal table after the opening day of the 2021 Asia-Oceania Judo Championships in Bishkek in Kyrgyzstan, with two gold medals.Insidethegames.biz9 hours ago

Convergint Acquires Diebold Nixdorf’s Asia Pacific Electronic Security Business

Colleagues from the newly acquired business will join Convergint’s APAC subsidiary, ICD Security Solutions.Security Sales & Integration12 hours ago

Dairy prices edge up as weaker demand from North Asia offset by other regions

Dairy prices edged up in the overnight global auction as weaker demand from North Asia was offset by higher demand from other regions. The global dairy trade …Stuff.co.nz7 hours ago

Quarterfinals Preview: Oceania and Asia – Morning Chalk Up

Today we preview the Oceania and Asia Quarterfinals as individual athletes from those two continents will jockey for the coveted in-person Semifinal competition …Morning Chalk Up21 hours ago

Worldwide Bank Kiosk Industry to 2026 – Asia-Pacific to Have the Fastest Growth Rate – ResearchAndMarkets.com

DUBLIN–(BUSINESS WIRE)–The “Bank Kiosk Market – Growth, Trends, COVID-19 Impact, and Forecasts (2021 – 2026)” report has been added to …Business Wire16 hours ago

New deadly snake from Asia named after character from Chinese myth ‘Legend of White Snake’

The venomous krait that caused the death of famous herpetologist Joseph B. Slowinski turns out to be new to science, according to recent research. The new …Science Daily14 hours ago

2021 Asia-Pacific Power Rental Market With Covid-19 Impact Analysis – ResearchAndMarkets.com

The “2021 Asia-Pacific Power Rental Market With Covid-19 Impact” report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering.Yahoo Finance14 hours ago

Unimpeded by SEC Lawsuit, Ripple Is Set to Supercharge Southeast Asia’s Cross-Border Remittances

Readers of these pages and the x-border payments topic may recall a recent posting here that discusses blockchain in the space, including…PaymentsJournal12 hours ago

Asia crude oil: Key market indicators this week

Crude oil futures retreated marginally during mid-morning trade in Asia April 5, after the OPEC+ alliance announced its plans late April 1 to gradually taper off …Hellenic Shipping News Worldwide21 hours ago

Japan’s Persol leads $22.5m investment in Singapore HR startup

TOKYO — Glints, a Singapore-based online recruitment startup, said on Tuesday it had raised $22.5 million from a group of investors led by Tokyo-list.Nikkei Asia22 hours ago

Asia Broadband Surpases $1 Million in Gold-Backed Cryptocurrency Sales in First Two Weeks After Launch and Prior to Marketing Campaign

LAS VEGAS, April 06, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — via InvestorWire — Asia Broadband Inc. (OTC: AABB) (“AABB” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce …Yahoo Finance14 hours ago

Chinese aggression pushes Vietnam ever closer to Washington

Charles Dunst is an associate with Eurasia Group’s Global Macro practice.As the former U.S. Ambassador to Vietnam Ted Osius told me over almost sicken.Nikkei Asia19 hours ago

Join Asia’s top Cloud and Cybersecurity Experts as they discuss Industry 4.0 developments at Digital Week, 20-22 April 2021

Digital Week: Northeast Asia is bringing together 2500+ Cloud and IT professionals and 50+ renowned international speakers for a three day-event covering the …Yahoo Finance Australia16 hours ago

Asian equities witness foreign outflows for third month in March

Foreigners were net sellers of Asian equities for the third consecutive month in March, as higher U.S bond yields and a stronger dollar prompted outflows from …Reuters20 hours ago

Flipkart’s largest fulfilment centre in Asia to come up in Gurugram’s Manesar

Haryana has approved allotment of 140 acres of land to e-commerce major Flipkart for setting up its largest fulfilment centre in Asia in Patli Hajipur in Gurugram …Mint1 hour ago

SP Group building Southeast Asia’s first large-scale underground substation

SP Group is building Southeast Asia’s first large-scale underground substation in Labrador, in a move to optimise space for urban development in land-scarce …CNA16 hours ago

Marvel’s first Asian superhero Simu Liu: ‘Now is not the time to withdraw’

Simu Liu has a unique position in Hollywood. He’s played characters who are very distinctly and boldly Asian, including Shang-Chi, Marvel’s (DIS) first Asian …Yahoo Finance5 hours ago

HVS Asia Pacific Hospitality Newsletter – Week Ending 2 April 2021

Blackstone to Acquire Eight Hotels from Japan’s Kintetsu, Beachcomber Hotel Acquired by Oscars Hotel Group for AUD20 Million in Australia, Australia Lifts …Hospitality Net17 hours ago

Asia Pacific Industrial Gloves Market Analysis to 2025, Featuring Ansell Limited, Honeywell International Inc., Showa Glove Co., Top Glove Corporation Bhd, Kossan Rubber Industries Bhd and More

Dublin, April 06, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The “Asia Pacific Industrial Gloves Market, Product Type, By Type (Nitrile Rubber, Latex(Natural Rubber), Vinyl …Yahoo Finance19 hours ago

News – UCA TO HOST TWO-DAY VIRTUAL WORKSHOP ‘THE UYGHUR CRISIS AND ISLAM IN EAST ASIA’

The University of Central Arkansas, in collaboration with the Arkansas branch of the National Consortium for Teaching about Asia, will host a two-day, virtual …UCA Today14 hours ago

Why the winners won: IR Magazine Awards – South East Asia 2020

Storm analogies reigned supreme among the winners of the IR Magazine Awards – South East Asia 2020. From perfect storms to depressions, tropical storms …IR Magazine17 hours ago

Coronavirus latest: South Korea daily cases hit 3-month high

Nikkei Asia is tracking the spread of the coronavirus that was first detected in the central Chinese city of Wuhan.Cumulative global cases have reache.Nikkei Asia1 hour ago

HempFusion’s Products Enter Asia Through Alibaba Group’s Tmall Global

HempFusion Wellness Inc. (TSX:CBD.U) (US:CBDHF) (FWB:8OO) (“HempFusion” or the “Company”), a leading health and wellness Company offering premium …Yahoo Finance16 hours ago

Sale of Husky stations stopped, Asia-Pacific assets being assessed, says Cenovus CEO

CALGARY — The CEO of Cenovus Energy Inc. says the process to sell Husky Energy Inc.’s chain of retail fuel stations was halted at an “advanced” stage as part …Yahoo Canada Finance6 hours ago

Scepticism over Chinese-made vaccines dents Beijing’s vaccine diplomacy in Southeast Asia

Beijing [China], April 6 (ANI): Despite big promises made by Chinese President Xi Jinping to provide safe and effective vaccines as a ‘global public good’, the …ANI News9 hours ago

Asia Mixed, RBA Holds Steady on Policy

Shares in Asia-Pacific were mixed on Tuesday, after major indexes on Wall Street surged to record closing highs overnight stateside. The Nikkei 225 docked …MENAFN.COM15 hours ago

China must not become the new cancel country

Nancy Snow is the author of the forthcoming book “The Mystery of Japan’s Information Power.” In 2020 she held the Disney Chair in Global Media at Schw.Nikkei Asia7 hours agoOpinion

Commentary: Don’t be too quick to dismiss the economic benefits of RCEP for Southeast Asia

Reductions in tariffs on goods, which benefit China, are often overestimated in such calculations, whereas reduction in barriers impacting …CNA5 hours ago

Vietnam unveils tools for taxing and tracking Big Tech

HO CHI MINH CITY — Vietnam is proposing a pair of regulations that would compel global tech players such as Alibaba and Google to hand over more.Nikkei Asia21 hours ago

Asian American Center and Carolina Asia Center host event on improving race relations

The Asian American Center and Carolina Asia Center co-presented their most recent event of a yearlong series called “Anti-Blackness and Alliance: A Series on …The Daily Tar Heel1 hour ago

Asia-Pacific Roundup: TGA revises guidance on clinical evidence for comparable devices

Australia’s Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) has updated its clinical evidence guidelines for medical devices, almost totally rewriting the section on …Regulatory Focus8 hours ago

Enabling travel without fear

Lenovo Infrastructure Solutions Group’s president Asia Pacific, Sumir Bhatia, shares his thoughts on how data will pave the way for smart travel in the …TTG Asia18 hours ago

Visa selects five startups across Asia Pacific for first accelerator program

Visa, the world’s leader in digital payments, has selected five startups to be a part of the first Visa Accelerator Program in Asia Pacific: Brankas, Curlec, …Yahoo Finance42 minutes ago

EMERGING MARKETS-Asia’s currencies find respite in retreating U.S. yields

India shares extend losses as COVID-19 cases spike * Philippine March inflation eases for the first time in 6-months * Fed minutes for March meeting expected …Reuters22 hours ago

Re-imagining a fairer and healthier South-east Asia

Every April 7 since 1950, World Health Day has been celebrated. Today’s theme is “Building a fairer, healthier world” for 2021. As South-east Asian countries …The Straits Times6 hours agoOpinion

City Guide 2021: Tour Asia Right Here in Metro Detroit

Looking to explore the world without leaving metro Detroit? Here’s a brief itinerary for a whirlwind tour of Asia without an all-day flight.Hour Detroit Magazine18 hours ago

Qld wants vaccinations before Asian travel

Australia shouldn’t open its borders to any further countries until the coronavirus vaccine rollout is completed, the Queensland premier says. A travel bubble…The Canberra Times3 hours ago

Outdoor Heating, Asia Demand Drives a Propane Surge

As COVID-19 restrictions forced restaurants to provide outdoor dining in the dead of winter, propane heating became a must.TheStreet15 hours ago

VOA Asia for Wednesday April 7

Indonesians hit by floods and landslides. Neighbors team up for travel. North Korea not playing games. Hunger threatens millions. President Biden works on …Voice of America3 hours ago

What drives West’s policy toward China: human rights or industry?

TOKYO — The decision last month by German Chancellor Angela Merkel’s cabinet to approve the new Supply Chain Act undoubtedly sent a chill down the sp.Nikkei Asia10 hours ago

16 Easy Asian Food Recipes – Best Authentic Asian Dinner Ideas

Check out these healthy and easy Asian recipes, including authentic and Asian-inspired dinner and lunch ideas from China, Japan, Korea, Thailand and India.GoodHousekeeping.com9 hours ago

China, Asia to fill bulk of surging US demand for goods in 2021 as global trade rebounds from coronavirus, WTO says

North America will drive demand in merchandise trade this year, with US imports set to rise by 11.4 per cent after tumbling 6.1 per cent last year, the World Trade …The Star Online21 hours ago

FMCG growth to be reignited in Asia: NielsenIQ

EVEN as most Asian markets experienced a decline or lower growth in the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) sector last year, NielsenIQ Asia said it expects …The Business Times21 hours ago

Asian Champions League for women to kick off in 2023

KUALA LUMPUR – A women’s AFC Champions League will be launched in 2023, Asia’s football governing body has told AFP, with the new international club …Bangkok Post20 hours ago

Rainbow Six Siege NA, EU, and Asia League Stage 1 matches underway

The Rainbow Six Siege Pro League stage one for NA, EU, and Asia leagues is underway. Each region will fight for their place in the playoffs.Daily Esports16 hours ago

He Was Charged in an Anti-Asian Attack. It Was His 33rd Arrest.

Many people arrested in assaults on Asian residents in New York have had a history of mental health episodes, arrests and homelessness, complicating the …The New York Times14 hours ago

Renewables sector shows ‘resilience’ in 2020 with strong solar installs across Asia – IRENA

The International Renewable Energy Agency’s (IRENA) director-general has hailed the start of a “decade of renewables”, following a 2020 that saw China and …PV-Tech16 hours ago

Overwatch pro describes ‘terrifying’ anti-Asian racism in Dallas

Dallas Fuel player Lee “Fearless” Eui-seok spoke on stream about racism he’s experienced as an Overwatch League player in the U.S. during the coronavirus …Polygon5 hours ago

US weighs Beijing Olympics boycott with partners and allies

WASHINGTON (AP) — The State Department said Tuesday the Biden administration is considering a possible boycott of the upcoming Beijing Winter Olympics to …Nikkei Asia4 hours ago

Euro Asia Pay Holdings Inc. Appoints SaaS Veteran as Chief Executive Officer

Vancouver, British Columbia–(Newsfile Corp. – April 6, 2021) – Euro Asia Pay Holdings Inc. (CSE: EAP) (“EAP” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce the …Yahoo Finance7 hours ago

Samsung set to gain from LG’s smartphone market exit

SEOUL — Samsung Electronics stands to be a winner — though not the sole one — in the key U.S. smartphone market after LG Electronics.Nikkei Asia20 hours ago

Asian Insider, April 6: Australia-New Zealand ‘travel bubble’; North Korea skips Tokyo Olympics

Hi all, In today’s bulletin: New Zealand & Australia to start a ‘travel bubble’ from April 19; China’s tactic in South China Sea; Myanmar protesters paint Yangon red …The Straits Times15 hours ago

Booongo Enhances Its Presence in Asia with Flow Gaming – GamblingNews

Booongo, a global online slots developer, has integrated its innovative portfolio across Flow Gaming’s markets, enhancing its presence in Asia.GamblingNews.com12 hours ago

Coronavirus latest: New Zealand-Australia bubble opens April 19

Nikkei Asia is tracking the spread of the coronavirus that was first detected in the central Chinese city of Wuhan.Cumulative global cases have reache.Nikkei Asia20 hours ago

Asian stocks mixed after Wall St rally on economic optimism

TOKYO (AP) — Asian shares were mixed Tuesday after a Wall Street rally that reflected some optimism about the economy recovering from the pandemic.The Associated Press23 hours ago

Takeda halts development of COVID-19 plasma therapy

TOKYO — Takeda Pharmaceutical has suspended the development of a plasma therapy for COVID-19 after it failed to show effectiveness in clinical t.Nikkei Asia12 hours ago

Asia report: Markets mixed as China services sector grows

Markets in Asia closed in a mixed state on Tuesday, as Australia’s central bank sated market expectations by standing pat on its monetary policy, while data …ShareCast16 hours ago

Woman raises over $100k in 2 days to pay for Asian American’s taxi rides amid rise in hate crimes

After seeing constant news reports and one shocking video after another of hate crimes against Asian Americans throughout the country, Maddy Park felt scared.ABC News15 hours ago

ASIA PACIFIC: KOGAS contracts HHI to build LNG bunker tanker

Korea Gas Corporation’s (KOGAS) business arm, Korea LNG Bunkering Co., has signed a contract with Hyundai Heavy Industries for the construction of a 7,500 …Bunkerspot16 hours ago

Renesas to make auto chips at alternative plant

TOKYO — Renesas Electronics is using a factory in Japan’s western Ehime Prefecture to make automotive semiconductors after a fire at another of its p.Nikkei Asia18 hours ago

Singapore-Based Neobank to Expand in South Asia

Morus Technologies, which runs neobanking platform StashFin, has raised $40 million in Series B extension financing to expand across the subcontinent.finews.asia23 hours ago

WSPS CEO: What we learned from surviving a pandemic

As president and CEO of Workplace Safety & Prevention Services (WSPS), Lynn Brownell knows a thing or too about the importance of organizational health.Human Resources Director9 hours ago

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