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AgiBot, a Chinese embodied artificial intelligence (AI) and foundation-model company, is expanding into Thailand by establishing an Asia-Pacific sales office.

Bangkok Post

End criminalisation of drug use

Earlier this month, the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) released its latest regional report showing another year of record-breaking increases in drug seizures made by countries in Southeast and East Asia, particularly of methamphetamine and ketamine -- both synthetic drugs produced and trafficked regionally for the past…

Bangkok Post

Crude shipments through Hormuz at highest since war amid concerns over Iran exit demands

Crude shipments through the Strait of Hormuz have surged following a ceasefire deal, reaching their highest levels since the conflict began. While demand, particularly in Asia, is driving this increase, overall traffic remains a fraction of pre-war levels. Concerns persist about the waterway's long-term stability, even as a UN evacuation…

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Central Asia’s first Paragliding World Cup is taking place in Kazakhstan

Kazakhstan’s Zhetysu region is hosting the first Paragliding World Cup in Central Asia, bringing together around 150 pilots from 33 countries. The main discipline of the World Cup is cross-country flying.

Euronews

Global chip stocks surge as blowout Micron results reignite AI rally

Global chip stocks experienced a significant rally on Thursday, fueled by Micron Technology's stellar financial results and optimistic outlook. The company's strong performance and forecast for robust demand, particularly in AI-driven sectors, have boosted investor confidence. This surge has positively impacted major players across the US, Europe, and Asia, signaling…

The Economic Times

Bank of America names new Southeast Asia investment banking head, memo shows

Bank of America has appointed Dominic Tan as its new head of Southeast Asia investment banking, a role he will juggle alongside his existing responsibilities for Asia Pacific consumer and retail investment banking. Tan, who joined BofA in 2020, will relocate to Singapore in the third quarter. This move sees…

The Economic Times

Rebound in tech shares pushes Asian shares higher, while oil prices fall

Shares are mostly higher in Asia, led by tech-driven gains in Japan and South Korea

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Global Market Today: Asian stocks jump with US futures on Micron outlook

Asian markets surged, mirroring US futures, as Micron Technology's stellar sales forecast reignited AI trade confidence. The chipmaker's shares jumped significantly after projecting robust future demand, easing concerns for regional bourses. This optimism, coupled with falling oil prices, provided much-needed relief. Investors are also watching the dollar's strength and Treasury…

The Economic Times

Asia’s defense boom is rewiring the global arms supply chain

Asia, once an arms importer, is now emerging as a hardware manufacturer and arms exporter, driving the global defense industry in a more multipolar world.

Fortune

Rules before resources: Europe’s investment agenda for Central Asia

European officials and financial institutions attending the Tashkent International Investment Forum highlighted regulatory stability, project preparation and cross-border connectivity as essential conditions for future investment.

Euronews

Which place in Asia is both a city and a country: A look at the world's best-known city-state

At first glance, the question sounds like a geography puzzle. Most cities belong to countries, and most countries contain many cities. Yet there is one place in Asia where those boundaries overlap completely. Singapore is both a sovereign nation and a city at the same time, making it one of…

The Times of India

One balance, many markets: Binance and the making of a finance ‘super app’

Binance is revolutionizing investing by consolidating crypto, stocks, and commodities into a single platform, mirroring Asia's 'super app' model. This move, particularly impactful in emerging markets, offers unprecedented access to global equities and pre-IPO opportunities. Fractional ownership and stablecoin settlements are breaking down traditional barriers, making diversified portfolios accessible via…

The Economic Times

Quote of the Day from the Light of Asia, Gautam Buddha Life lessons: “Thousands of candles can be lighted from a single candle, and the life of the candle will not be shortened. Happiness never...” Learn the ancient happiness secret that modern psychology now confirms - why sharing kindness, wisdom, and joy creates deeper fulfillment and lasting meaning in life

Quote of the day by Gautam Buddha: Buddha’s timeless candle metaphor reveals a powerful truth about human happiness. Modern psychology increasingly supports his insight that joy grows when shared, not hoarded. Discover why generosity, kindness, and connection may be the real foundations of lasting fulfillment in an increasingly individualistic world.

The Economic Times

Kazakhstan signs €10bn in deals with Europe as Tokayev wraps Brussels visit

During President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev's visit to Brussels, strategic documents were signed with the EU, and 30 commercial deals were concluded with EU companies, with the EU being the Central Asian country's largest trading and investment partner.

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The Independent UK

Asian stocks are mixed after big tech sell-off

Asian stocks are mixed on Wednesday, following a sell-off in big technology stocks from Asia to Wall Street

Bangkok Post

Over 75% of adults in global survey have no confidence in Trump

KYODO — An average of 76% of adults surveyed in 35 countries, the West Bank and East Jerusalem, have no confidence in US President Donald Trump's leadership of global affairs, with ratings for the United States negative in many places in Europe and Asia, an established research institute said Tuesday.

The Economic Times

Global Market Today: Asia stocks rebound from tech selloff, Kospi jumps

Asian markets saw a cautious rebound Wednesday after a significant tech-led global selloff, reigniting worries about the AI rally's sustainability. South Korea's Kospi surged, led by Samsung Electronics, following a steep decline. Investors now keenly await Micron Technology's results for clues on AI infrastructure demand, with some strategists predicting further…

Bangkok Post

Asia's first LGBTIQCAPGNGFNBA+ business expo on at Bitec

Pride Show 2026, Asia's first LGBTIQCAPGNGFNBA+ business expo, will be held at BEAT Active in Bitec, Bang Na-Trat Road, Bangkok, this Friday and Saturday.

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US AI stock sell-off shakes markets from Wall Street to Asia

Losses spread globally as investors questioned soaring valuations and spending on AI infrastructure

Euronews

Can the Caucasus and Central Asia become the next investment frontier?

For decades, international investors have focused on established destinations such as North America, Europe, China and, more recently, Africa. But as economic uncertainty and geopolitical tensions reshape global capital flows, attention is increasingly turning to the Caucasus and Central Asia.

The Times of India

In 1904, chestnut blight was first reported at a New York zoo: By 1950, it had killed 4 billion American chestnut trees across the East

Once a dominant force in Eastern American forests, the majestic American chestnut faced near extinction due to a devastating fungal blight introduced in 1904. This Asian fungus, to which native trees had no immunity, rapidly decimated billions of trees within decades. The loss profoundly impacted ecosystems and economies. While efforts…

International Business Times

Goldman Sachs Flags Three Major Threats To Southeast Asia's Food Supply

Food supply pressures in Southeast Asia are drawing renewed attention as higher energy prices linked to the Iran war, rising fertilizer costs and concerns surrounding El Niño add strain to agricultural markets across the region.

The Times of India

Will Asia return to Iranian oil? Tehran races to secure largest oil importers after US waiver, says report

Iran is actively seeking new buyers for its oil in Asia, including India, Japan, and South Korea, following a temporary US sanctions waiver. This move aims to clear millions of barrels stored at sea and diversify its customer base beyond China. While some refiners are cautiously exploring opportunities, uncertainty surrounding…

The Economic Times

Global Market | European shares slip on Fed hike bets, tech drag

European markets opened lower Tuesday, impacted by anticipated US Federal Reserve rate hikes and concerns over escalating corporate AI investments. The STOXX 600 index saw a notable dip, with basic resources and tech sectors leading the decline. Asian equities also experienced significant drops. Investors are bracing for further interest rate…

Euronews

Kazakhstan brings New Silk Road revival to Brussels as Tokayev visits EU leaders

Kazakhstan's president has arrived in Brussels this week to meet EU leaders and assess the delivery of promises made at last year's EU-Central Asia summit in Samarkand, with the Middle Corridor trade route connecting China to Europe through Central Asia at the top of the agenda.

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