Canberra, Aug. 12, (dpa-AFX/GNA) - Asian stocks ended mixed on Friday, with Japanese markets posting strong gains in a catch-up rally following a holiday. A cautious undertone…
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China extends Taiwan military drills, prompting fears of a new normal
Beijing/Taipei, Aug 9, (dpa/GNA) – Despite its initial announcement that Chinese manoeuvres around Taiwan would end on Sunday, the People’s Liberation Army continued their…
Philippine economy expands 7.4% in Q2, well short of expectations
Manila, Aug. 9, (dpa-AFX/GNA) - The Philippine economy grew well short of expectations in the second quarter as high inflation weighed on household spending and weak global…
Malaysia’s industrial production increases; jobless rate falls
Kuala Lumpur, Aug. 9, (dpa-AFX/GNA) - Malaysia’s industrial production increased at a faster pace on the back of strong growth in manufacturing and electricity output, data from…