Daily news headlines about Asia from around the world (past 24 hours)
Women subjected to ‘racist and demeaning’ Asian fetishes on dating apps speak out
Online dating for Asian women can be a minefield of “racist and demeaning” messages from people with Asian fetishes.ABC News5 hours ago
Settling Central Asia’s Borders Is No Easy Task
People on both sides of these possibly shifting borders have strong feelings about it.The Diplomat8 hours ago
Why mine action matters: humanitarian diplomacy in Southeast Asia – World
English News and Press Release on World and 3 other countries about Mine Action; published on 09 Apr 2021 by MAG.ReliefWeb15 hours ago
Understanding economic coercion
Author: Youngseok Park, KIEP. In December 2020, China blocked Australian coal imports after an increasingly tense political confrontation between the two …East Asia Forum3 hours agoOpinion
Signs of intent in plant-based meat makers’ Asia push
A clutch of announcements this week underline the optimism among makers of plant-based meat alternatives about the opportunity in Asia, writes Dean Best.just-food.com11 hours ago
For the rich, living in Asia is costlier than anywhere else
Shanghai overtook Hong Kong as the priciest city in the world.. Read more at straitstimes.com.The Straits Times22 hours ago
Analysts up Asia’s forward 12-month earnings forecasts on recovery hopes
Analysts continue to lift Asian companies’ forward-12 month earnings on optimism over economic recovery, although last month’s upgrades were the smallest in …Reuters22 hours ago
Martini Ip | Women’s sport presents opportunities for brands in Asia-Pacific
Earlier this year, I joined more than 850000 viewers globally to witness Naomi Osaka being crowned women’s champion at the Australian Open.SportBusiness17 hours ago
Turkey’s Central Asia tug-of-war with Russia intensifies
MOSCOW — Turkey and Russia have escalated their competing quests for influence among the resource-rich former Soviet states of Central Asia.Nikkei Asia20 hours ago
Twitter Unveils Bespoke Emoji Supporting Asia’s ‘Milk Tea Alliance’
On Thursday, the social media company Twitter announced that it had launched an emoji representing the Milk Tea Alliance, in a gesture of support to the online …The Diplomat22 hours ago
Asia emerges as a new epicenter of the global COVID-19 pandemic
As humanity faces a new upsurge of the pandemic driven by more contagious coronavirus variants, Asia is emerging as the world’s worst-hit region.WSWS22 hours ago
ASIA HRC: China starts concluding export transactions with full rebate covers
China has started selling hot-rolled coil export cargoes with full rebate covers, causing import prices for HRC to continue increasing in the week to Friday April 9 …Metalbulletin.com17 hours ago
Fall in petrochemicals demand most impacted Asian petrochemical industry
Verdict has conducted a poll to assess the factors that have impacted the petrochemical industry the most in Asia.Offshore Technology16 hours ago
Infrastructure wars: Competitive plays in US, Asia and what drives them
The US wants to prove that democracies can do big projects, as other countries also look to steal a march on their competitors.. Read more at straitstimes.com.The Straits Times6 hours ago
No, We Can’t ‘Go Back’ to Asia
No matter the political climate, U.S.-born Chinese people are often not recognized as “real” Americans.Progressive.org11 hours agoOpinion
Crimes against women spur more surveillance in South Asia
As cases of violence against women and girls have surged in South Asia in recent years, authorities have introduced harsher penalties and expanded …The Japan Times22 hours ago
UNHCR Asia and the Pacific COVID-19 External Update (9 April 2021) – Afghanistan
English Situation Report on Afghanistan and 13 other countries about Contributions, Health, Epidemic and more; published on 09 Apr 2021 by UNHCR.ReliefWeb7 hours ago
Watch Formula E on DAZN in Asia
DAZN has secured rights to show Formula E in Asia.DAZN News US8 hours ago
SPAC Frenzy Takes Hold of Asia
After explosive growth in the US, the craze surrounding special purpose acquisition companies, or SPACs, is now heading to Asia.Fintech News Singapore19 hours ago
Energy Week Central Asia & Mongolia 2021 highlights renewable energy project potential
Central Asia’s promising renewable energy projects, including Uzbekistan’s clean energy ambition and reaching its climate action goals to reduce greenhouse …New Europe12 hours ago
Matsuyama & Kim keep Asia’s flag flying high at Augusta National
Korea’s Si Woo Kim stayed firmly in contention at the halfway stage of the Masters Tournament despite putting with a 3-wood over his final four holes en route to …Golf Australia Magazine1 hour ago
Big brands join $1-billion forest conservation push for SE Asia
Major household brands and palm-oil buyers Nestle and PepsiCo have backed a scheme that aims to invest $1 billion in forest conservation across Southeast …Reuters17 hours ago
KKR Seeing Global Interest in New Asia Fund, Alisa Wood Says
Alisa Wood, head of KKR’s Private Markets Strategies Group, sees investment opportunities in care facilities and “smart retail” in Asia. She speaks with …Bloomberg12 hours ago
DHL adds airfreight capacity to Asia-Pacific network
DHL Express has added two large freighters to its fleet to bolster *service* between the Asia-Pacific and the U.S. and Europe, in response to “exponential”FreightWaves12 hours ago
Race and Asia: A Rice University Student Symposium
Join Asia Society Texas Center for a conversation with Professor David Oh, Professor Neha Vora, and Rice University undergraduate students as they explore …Asia Society6 hours ago
Asia steel billet prices rise again but China momentum slows in late week
The price of steel billet sold to China increased again over the seven days to Friday April 9, stalling by the end of the week due to higher domestic billet supply to …Metalbulletin.com15 hours ago
China 2021 GDP to beat target on COVID bounce: Nikkei survey
HONG KONG — China’s economy looks to expand 17.9% for the January-March quarter, a growth figure inflated by the coronavirus-related crash in the yea.Nikkei Asia20 hours ago
Samsung and TSMC to participate in chip shortage summit
WASHINGTON (Reuters) — Almost 20 major companies worried about a global semiconductor chip shortage that has roiled the automotive industry will.Nikkei Asia1 hour ago
Japan’s ticket to Oval Office is no new ‘special relationship’
WASHINGTON — At the dawn of the Cold War, former British Prime Minister Winston Churchill expounded on the “special relationship” between his co.Nikkei Asia8 hours ago
Workers Struggles: Asia, Australia and New Zealand – World Socialist Web Site
The World Socialist Web Site invites workers and other readers to contribute to this regular feature.WSWS2 hours ago
Asian shares mostly lower on strong China price data
BANGKOK (AP) — Shares fell Friday in most Asian markets after China reported a stronger than expected rise in prices that could prompt authorities to act to …The Associated Press22 hours ago
Asia’s largest ride-hailing companies appear headed for U.S. markets
Two of Asia’s largest and most prominent ride-hailing services are reportedly making moves to go public in the U.S..MarketWatch5 hours ago
No U.S. President Has Ever Visited Central Asia. Biden Can Change That
While U.S. officials often view Central Asia through the lens of competition with China and Russia, it is important to the U.S. in its own right, and countries in the …World Politics Review15 hours ago
The Big Broadcast: How to find value in Asia’s growth story
Thank you to everyone who signed in to watch Fidelity Asian Values (FAS) fund manager Nitin Bajaj on 31 March. Don’t worry if you missed the show, because …Citywire Financial Publishers14 hours ago
South Korea win mixed team event on final day of Asia-Oceania Judo Championships
South Korea claimed the final gold medal of the Asia-Oceania Judo Championships in Bishkek in Kyrgyzstan with victory in the mixed team event.Insidethegames.biz10 hours ago
Gojek and Tokopedia seek investor approval to merge: sources
JAKARTA — Gojek and Tokopedia, two of Indonesia’s biggest tech companies, have written to their investors asking for approval to merge, Nikkei Asia has …Nikkei Asia14 hours ago
Does an ‘Asian-Australian’ Accent Exist?
Is there something a little bit different about the way Asian-Australian native English speakers, like myself, talk?The New York Times20 hours ago
Asia-Pacific Coronavirus News: India records highest daily spike of 131,968 new cases, Philippines reports 12,225 new infections
The following are the latest developments of the COVID-19 pandemic in Asia-Pacific countries: NEW DELHI — As many as 131,968 new cases were registered …Macau Business3 hours ago
Is China using COVID aid to increase influence in Sri Lanka?
China has shipped hundreds of thousands of much-needed coronavirus vaccine shots to Sri Lanka over the past few months. Observers say it could help …DW (English)20 hours ago
India’s Premier League cricket opens cash-rich with Chinese money
NEW DELHI — The 14th start of India’s wildly popular Premier League cricket tournament begins Friday evening. Although stadiums will be devoid of fan.Nikkei Asia20 hours ago
MSC launches a new solution connecting Asia and Europe
MSC announced the launch of a new intermodal solution between Asia and Europe available from April 8, 2021. This new offer will combine both sea and rail …American Journal of Transportation14 hours ago
Meet the sonic experimentalists bending Asia’s folk traditions into fresh shapes
Churashima Navigator, Temple Rat and other experimental Asian artists on how they blur the lines between past and present, analogue and digital.NME.com17 hours ago
Russia ‘would really not want’ Cold War 2.0
The Beltway was always fond of describing the late Andrew Marshall – who identified emerging or future threats for the Pentagon and whose proteges.Asia Times21 hours ago
Exclusive: Asia & Nordic commissioners on local content focus
Commissioners in Asia and the Nordics have both highlighted the importance of creating original *content* with a primary focus on audiences in the local region.TBI Vision15 hours ago
America’s Oldest Asian Ally, Overlooked
President Biden has promised to work closely with allies and partners around the world. But he seems to be overlooking Asia’s U.S. ally of longest standing, …The Wall Street Journal5 hours ago
How Time to Say Goodbye Became the Only Asian American Podcast Saying the Hard Stuff
Time to Say Goodbye is a podcast about Asian American politics hosted by Jay Caspian Kang, E. Tammy Kim and Andy B. Liu. They talk about international …Vulture14 hours ago
A New Political Map for Asia
With the U.S. seeking to shore up support against China, Middle Eastern and Asian states are being pushed into picking a side.Newsweek Pakistan18 hours ago
Asia Minute: Thailand’s Cautious Festival
Thailand is closing bars and clubs in dozens of provinces, the latest move to contain an outbreak of the coronavirus. The actions come as residents are.Hawaiipublicradio8 hours ago
Asian stocks falls after Chinese inflation data surprises to the upside
BANGKOK (AP) — Shares fell Friday in most Asian markets after China reported a stronger than expected rise in prices that could prompt authorities to act to …MarketWatch22 hours ago
Cambodia COVID surge threatens to overwhelm health system
PHNOM PENH — Cambodia reported an unprecedented surge of 576 new COVID-19 infections on Friday, registering more cases in one day than its tally duri.Nikkei Asia14 hours ago
Myanmar junta reaps millions in gem sales as economy crumbles
BANGKOK/YANGON — *Fresh* economic data from private research groups suggest that Myanmar’s economy is deteriorating more sharply than feared after the.Nikkei Asia33 minutes ago
Is Asia Holdings Co., Ltd.’s (KRX:002030) Shareholder Ownership Skewed Towards Insiders?
Every investor in Asia Holdings Co., Ltd. (KRX:002030) should be aware of the most powerful shareholder groups. Institutions will often hold stock in bigger …Simply Wall St4 hours ago
Could Europe’s reemergence in Asia be a win-win this time?
The continent’s former colonial masters can be a much- …The National6 hours agoOpinion
Asia Pacific Law Firm Hourly Rate Report 2021: Overall Rates by Firm, Practice Area Rates by Firm, Overall Rates by Country and City – ResearchAndMarkets.com
DUBLIN–(BUSINESS WIRE)–The “Valeo 2021 Asia Pacific Law Firm Hourly Rate Report” report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering.Business Wire18 hours ago
Is CSR still relevant to employees? | HRD Asia
Does corporate social responsibility or corporate giving still matter to employees? How much more – or less – does it matter after we’ve all endured a “crisis of a …Human Resources Director10 hours ago
Key Points We Learned At MRO Southeast Asia Virtual
MRO Southeast Asia Virtual took place April 6-9 and explored industry hot topics including Digitalization, passenger confidence and a leader’s panel. Take a …Aviation Week17 hours ago
CVC to enlist Japanese companies in Toshiba takeover bid
TOKYO — Private equity firm CVC Capital Partners plans to enlist Japanese companies and a state-backed investment fund in its $20 billion bid to acqu.Nikkei Asia18 hours ago
Japan retailers focus on health products and delivery amid COVID
TOKYO — Japanese retailers are expanding their range of health products and delivery services as the coronavirus crisis continues to plague the world.Nikkei Asia16 hours ago
GAM adds firepower to AA-rated manager’s Asia equity fund
GAM has appointed long/short equity manager Aldo Meroni to work alongside Citywire AA-rated Jian Shi Cortesi on its Asia Focus Equity fund, Citywire Selector …citywireselector.com20 hours ago
Picasso, Sanyu Works Expected to Fetch $26 M. in Sotheby’s Hong Kong Auction
Works by Picasso and Sanyu will lead Sotheby’s $38 million ‘ICONS’ auction in Hong Kong this month.ARTnews8 hours ago
iClick Interactive Asia Group Stock Is Believed To Be Significantly Overvalued
The stock of iClick Interactive Asia Group (NAS:ICLK, 30-year Financials) appears to be significantly overvalued, according to GuruFocus Value calculation.Yahoo Finance6 hours ago
Nestlé plant-based Milo set to be launched in Asian Market
Swiss giant Nestlé is set to launch plant-based version of Milo chocolate malt beverage in the Asian market, starting with Malaysia.Drinks Insight Network14 hours ago
SPC Group accelerating its expansion in Southeast Asia by making Malaysia as its production hub
Seoul [South Korea], April 9 (ANI/Global Economic): South Korean food and confectionery conglomerate SPC Group is moving forward with advancing business …ANI News16 hours ago
Mixed teams of Asia and Oceania Championships
Six teams were fighting for the title of ‘Mixed Teams Champion’ today in Bishkek. Korea, Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan, China, Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan were …International Judo Federation13 hours ago
Singapore ratifies RCEP trade deal as members eye January launch
SINGAPORE — Singapore announced on Friday that it has ratified the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership trade agreement, a key step toward imp.Nikkei Asia16 hours ago
Asia: Markets mostly down but optimism remains
[HONG KONG] Most Asian markets retreated on Friday as traders took their foot off the pedal ahead of a much-anticipated earnings season, while an …The Business Times23 hours ago
20 must-try travel experiences in Asia worth putting on your bucket list
Planning for that future travel adventure?This roundup of bucket list-worthy travel experiences is the ultimate checklist you may want to keep handy.While Covid …AsiaOne23 hours agoOpinion
AirAsia’s new services take flight in bid to form Southeast Asia’s next super app | KrASIA
The low-cost airline company has been rolling out new features like grocery and food orders, clinic bookings, and rides in select countries.KrASIA20 hours ago
New diner alert: Asia Asia Asia, with its exhaustive buffet-only spread is a must-visit
If you have wished for a buffet with an exhaustive and exotic menu that’s also easy on your pocket, then simply drop in at Asia! Asia! Asia! Street BBQ and Buffet …Indulgexpress20 hours ago
Asia Pacific Rayon secures US$300 M loan to expand production capacity – The Jakarta Post
Asia Pacific Rayon (APR), the largest integrated rayon fiber producer in Indonesia, announced today that it had secured a syndicated loan facility worth Rp 4.5 …Jakarta Post15 hours ago
UN envoy to Myanmar still barred from visit during Asia tour
The UN envoy to Myanmar is expected to begin a tour of Asia in the coming days but is still barred from visiting the Southeast Asian nation.Macau Business23 hours ago
The Milk Tea Alliance now has an emoji on Twitter. Here’s how the solidarity movement took off
What began as a Twitter spat over China, Hong Kong and Taiwan has evolved into a global solidarity movement against authoritarianism.ABC News7 hours ago
It’s Time For ASEAN To Be Bold In Southeast Asia
The ongoing crisis in Myanmar is without a doubt, the most defining and serious challenge to face the bloc in recent times.The ASEAN Post18 hours ago
China fines Alibaba record $2.77bn for antitrust violation
SHANGHAI — Chinese authorities on Saturday decided to fine Alibaba Group 18.2 billion yuan ($2.77 billion). The authorities say Alibaba broke the cou.Nikkei Asia1 hour ago
Weekly Roundup: Plant-based food innovation advances in Southeast Asia, Cultivated fat technology raises US$24M
KH Roberts partnered with Leistritz to advance plant-based foods innovations in Southeast Asia.FoodIngredientsFirst20 hours ago
US Asian population grew fastest of any race, ethnicity in 2000-2019
Asian Americans recorded the fastest population growth rate among all racial and ethnic groups in the United States between 2000 and 2019. The Asian …Pew Research Center9 hours ago
Fierce Pharma Asia—Takeda-CSL COVID fail; Daiichi Sankyo’s new 5-year plan; Legend-J&J CAR-T filing
Takeda and CSL’s COVID-19 plasma-derived therapy failed a phase 3 trial. Daiichi Sankyo expects nearly $6 billion in cancer sales in fiscal 2025. Legend …FiercePharma13 hours ago
Olympic karate star hit with anti-Asian rant in California park: ‘I didn’t think it would happen to me’
Sakura Kokumai, who qualfiied to compete in karate at the Tokyo Olympics, was on the phone with a friend when a man began berating her in an Orange …The Washington Post18 hours ago
BBC Studios promotes Phil Hardman to SVP, GM – Asia | Digital
BBC Studios has announced two elevations. The global *content* company has elevated Phil Hardman to SVP and GM – Asia, and Ryan Shiotani to SVP *content*, …Campaign India16 hours ago
Cambodians burned as forex trading company halts operations
PHNOM PENH — The abrupt closure of a politically connected investment company in Cambodia has left investors worried they may never recover their mon.Nikkei Asia22 hours ago
Hong Kong suspends its order of AstraZeneca COVID-19 jabs
A woman wears a mask at a community vaccination centre, following the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak in Hong Kong, China February 22, 2021.CNA22 hours ago
NEOMA Business School strengthens its network of partner universities in Asia
NEOMA Business School strengthens its network of partner universities in Asia With more than 70 partner universities, around 20 double degrees offered …ResponseSource16 hours ago
Biden’s first budget marks sharp change from Trump years
WASHINGTON (Reuters) — U.S. President Joe Biden asked Congress to sharply increase spending to combat climate change and gun violence in a budget tha.Nikkei Asia11 hours ago
FALSE: Duterte’s Pulse Asia approval rating is 99.9%
Duterte’s highest Pulse Asia approval rating is 91%, which was recorded in their September 2020 survey.Rappler17 hours ago
First DG Beauty Boutique to Open in South East Asia
The Italian luxury brand is set to open a new 92sq m DG Beauty Boutique, located at Ion Orchard in Singapore. The store will house a selection of fragrances …Retail & Leisure International16 hours ago
Lenovo appoints Amar Babu to lead Asia Pacific business – The Manila Times
LENOVO has appointed Amar Babu to lead the company’s business in the overall Asia Pacific region, including Japan, Korea, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Asean, …The Manila Times11 hours ago
Los Angeles Times piece claims mispronunciation of Asian names is ‘casual racism’
The Los Angeles Times this week caused controversy by running a piece declaring that mispronunciation of Asian names is “casual racism.”Fox News3 hours ago
Recycled Galaxy flagships are taking on blindness in Asia
Three and a half years in, the Galaxy Upcycling initiative is still going strong. In fact, it’s getting more fascinating by the day. – SamMobile.SamMobile16 hours ago
Japan takes the lead in cleaning up orbiting space junk
As many as 900000 hazardous pieces of space junk are presently circling around the Earth. Japanese companies are testing innovative solutions to eradicate …DW (English)13 hours ago
These companies have the best workplace cultures, according to employees
Despite global downturn in 2020, the world’s top organisations are continuing to invest in their people. Today, they’re reaping the benefits of a positive …Human Resources Director10 hours ago
‘I don’t feel accepted’ — Why Chloe Kim spoke out on anti-Asian hate
On April 1, Olympic gold medalist Chloe Kim, 20, shared her experiences with anti-Asian hate for the first time. Here she reflects on why she decided to speak …ESPN16 hours ago
Pakistan struggles to contain third COVID wave
Pakistan is grappling with a slow vaccine rollout and impatience with lockdown measures, as new infections surge in the South Asian country.Deutsche Welle20 hours ago
How the Philippines’ fishing communities are overcoming poverty
Criselda Yabes is a journalist based in the Philippines. She is author of “The Battle of Marawi,” her 10th book, which was published last year.If ther.Nikkei Asia19 hours agoOpinion
Disney+ strong in Southern Asia – Digital TV Europe
Disney+’s rollout in Southern Asia is going strongly. According to research from Dataxis, the region has already amassed 30 million Disney+ subscribers …Digital TV Europe17 hours ago
India: Nepali man freed from jail after 41 years without trial
A Nepali man was arrested on murder charges in India in 1980 and sat in jail for decades without a trial. Rights activists say Durga Prasad Timsina’s ordeal …DW (English)12 hours ago
Philippines, Jordan to host remaining FIBA Asia Cup 2021 Qualifiers’ games
BEIRUT (Lebanon) – The FIBA Regional Office Asia has confirmed today the locations of the remaining FIBA Asia Cup 2021 Qualifiers’ games that were …FIBA12 hours ago
Asian actors share experiences in initiative to combat racism
Actors including Irvine Iqbal and Blythe Jandoo are to share their personal experiences of racism in the industry as part of Creative Voices, an initiative set up by …The Stage12 hours ago
Kuwait raises May crude oil official selling prices for Asia
The producer set the May Kuwait Super Light Crude (KSLC) OSP also at $1.35 cents above Oman/Dubai, 30 cents above the previous month.Economic Times20 hours ago
How has Southeast Asia been affected by the recent Facebook data leak? | KrASIA
Malaysia has been the most impacted with over 11 million being exposed, followed by Singapore with 3 million, and 879699 users in the Philippines.KrASIA16 hours ago
foodpanda raises awareness for COVID-19 vaccination through Asia-wide campaign
In the lead up to World Health Organisation’s world immunisation week from 24 to 30 April 2021, foodpanda Asia has launched a COVID-19 vaccination …Marketing Interactive23 hours ago
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