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The 10 players to watch at the AFC Asian Cup 2023 in Qatar

From South Korean and Japanese stars to local heroes, these are the players expected to light up the tournament.

Al Jazeera

Asian Markets Enjoy Healthy Bounce After Wall St Rally

Asian markets enjoyed a much-needed bounce Tuesday after a dour start to the year, with traders tracking a rally on Wall Street fuelled by bargain-buying and a surge into sold-off tech giants.

International Business Times

Here's How to Profit From Renewed Supply Chain Woes

Wall Street analysts have largely declared victory over COVID-related supply chain bottlenecks, but geopolitical conflicts and climate change have created new chokepoints for international trade in the Suez and Panama Canals. Here's how investors can profit from more upside in the major shipping companies this year.

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4 things to know about Taiwan's 'crucial' election — and where the U.S. fits in

Analysts say the presidential election will be "crucial" for the future of the Asian island and its relationships with both the United States and China.

WEKU

Taiwan's Elections and Economic Reports Take Center Stage in Asia

Get a creative view on the Asian markets with a focus on regional economic reports and the upcoming Taiwan elections. Stay informed and stay ahead!

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Coach Igor Stimac optimistic about Indian football's awakening, cautions against high expectations at Asian Cup

NEW DELHI: Igor Stimac, the outspoken coach of the Indian football team, expressed confidence in the progress of Indian football, stating that it is "definitely out of its slumber." However, he cautioned against setting lofty expectations as India gears up for the Asian Cup in Qatar starting this Friday.

The Times of India

"Its like a mini World Cup": Winger Nikhil Poojary excited to represent India in AFC Asian Cup debut

Nikhil Poojary is excited to play his maiden Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Asian Cup, saying that the tournament is like a “mini World Cup” for him.

The Hindu

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Snookered by China? Masters tournament owner plots Asia expansion

World Snooker and PDC World Darts owner Matchroom weighs up India and south-east Asia amid feared overreliance on China

The Guardian - UK

Global Maritime Trade Sails Into Geopolitical Storm

International maritime trade has hit stormy waters as attacks by Yemen's Huthi rebels on ships in the Red Sea has reduced the availability of ships, causing freight rates to surge.

International Business Times

GAIL signs deal with Vitol for LNG

GAIL and Vitol Asia sign 10-year LNG deal for 1 million metric tonne/annum in India.

The Hindu

Gautam Adani’s rollercoaster ride: From Hindenburg’s hit to historic comeback

In late January 2023, Hindenburg Research, a US-based short-selling firm, caused a stir in the financial world with its report targeting Gautam Adani, who was then Asia's wealthiest individual. The report accused Adani Group, the apples to airport conglomerate, of "brazen stock manipulation and accounting fraud scheme over the course…

The Times of India

Gautam Adani overtakes Mukesh Ambani, reclaims Asia’s richest person spot

After a roller-coaster ride on the wealth rankings last year, Gautam Adani is back to being Asia’s wealthiest person days after India’s top court said no new probes were needed into Hindenburg Research’s bombshell allegations against the tycoon’s conglomerate.

The Times of India

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Dec. 29, 2023-Jan. 4, 2024

The Independent UK

Asia’s business heirs look beyond profits, hoping to escape parents’ shadow

Second- and third-generation family businesses say sustainable investments are a priority like never before.

Al Jazeera

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AAP

UN tips slow and steady inflation progress in Australia

The United Nations says the world economy is in for another tough year, with Australia and other developed economies in Asia facing strong headwinds.

FourFourTwo

Revealed! EVERY Premier League player set to leave for AFCON and the Asian Cup

Several Premier League stars are set to represent their countries in Africa and Asia

The Independent UK

California restaurant's comeback shows how outdated, false Asian stereotype of dog-eating persists

A Thai restaurant in Fresno, California, is back in operation after being wrongfully accused of abusing a dog to turn it into meat

International Business Times

Asian Markets Extend New Year Retreat After Fed Minutes

Asian markets continued their disappointing start to the year Thursday, tracking another loss on Wall Street after minutes from the Federal Reserve's December meeting dampened hopes for an early interest rate cut.

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The Guardian - UK

What is the Red Sea crisis, and what does it mean for global trade?

Attacks by Houthi rebels along the trade route have led to firms pausing shipments, raising the possibility of a shock to the world economy

The Guardian - UK

Human activity is powering ‘a new industrial revolution’ at sea, say experts

Researchers using AI and satellite imagery find 75% of industrial fishing is not being publicly tracked, while wind turbines now outnumber oil platforms

The Hindu

India registered 9.3 lakh cancer deaths, second highest in Asia: LANCET study

India registered about 12 lakh new cancer cases and 9.3 lakh deaths in 2019, becoming the second highest contributor to the disease burden in Asia for that year, according to a new study published in The Lancet Regional Health Southeast Asia journal.

International Business Times

Asia Tracks Global Losses As Stock Traders Step Back After Rally

Asian markets fell Wednesday in line with a sell-off across most of the world as traders took their cash off the table after a blockbuster end to 2023, with eyes now on the release this week of Federal Reserve minutes and US jobs data.

AAP

Asian toad pest found in Victoria a 'serious threat'

Melburnians have been urged to look out for the deadly Asian black-spined toad after a resident found one while taking an afternoon walk on Boxing Day.

Top News

Chinese Manufacturing and Property Weakness Weigh on Asian Markets

Asian markets exhibit weakness as Chinese manufacturing and property sectors show signs of decline. U.S. futures rise and oil prices increase.

France 24

Sydney among the first major cities to kick off 2024 New Year's celebrations

Revelers across Asia celebrated the countdown to midnight on New Year's Eve with fireworks and brightly lit signs — offering a hopeful start to 2024 for some, even as the globe's ongoing conflicts raised security concerns and led to muted or even cancelled festivities.

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