Asia economy

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Singapore to Approve Up to 40,000 Permanent Residency Applications Annually Amid Population Challenges

The government of Singapore has announced plans to approve up to 40,000 permanent residency applications annually over the next five years as part...

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South Korean Exports Set for Ninth Straight Monthly Rise on Chip Demand

South Korea exports are expected to rise for a ninth consecutive month, supported by a sustained surge in global demand for semiconductors, according...

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South Korea Currency ility Pressured by Retail Investment in U.S. Stocks

South Korea efforts to maintain currency stability are facing challenges as strong retail investment flows toward United States equities continue to accelerate. Financial...

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Major Development Finance Signals New Investment Momentum Across Asia

Global development finance institutions including the World Bank indicated on January 29 that new large scale investment initiatives are emerging across parts of...

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China Reports Weaker Factory Activity as Global Demand Softens

China reported weaker than expected factory activity on January 27, adding to concerns about slowing momentum in the world’s second largest economy. Official...