China’s brokers expected to continue robust performance with blockbuster IPO offerings
Active A-share market trading boosts investment firms’ top line by 50%, as mega IPOs predicted to fuel underwriting and sponsorship growth
· Zoe SL Chan
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Newest first · UTC+11:00China’s brokers expected to continue robust performance with blockbuster IPO offerings
Active A-share market trading boosts investment firms’ top line by 50%, as mega IPOs predicted to fuel underwriting and sponsorship growth
· Zoe SL Chan
Prosecution moves up presentation of unexplained wealth case vs Sara Duterte
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· Dwight de Leon
Vietnam's pragmatic path toward Myanmar on display in Min Aung Hlaing visit
Myanmar President Min Aung Hlaing, left, shakes hands with Vietnamese President To Lam at the National Assembly Building of Vietnam, in Hanoi, on Sept. 5, in this screengrab taken from a video. © Reuters
· MARWAAN MACAN-MARKAR
Tokyo's Shinjuku to ban more than half of vacation rentals
TOKYO — Tokyo tourist hotspot Shinjuku will impose a ban on more than half of its holiday rentals including homes on Airbnb, an official said Monday, after a surge in complaints about visitors.
· Agence France-Presse
Indonesia’s Anak Krakatoa erupts, spewing ash over five provinces and stranding thousands | South China Morning Post
On Sunday, the volcano spewed lava and ash that travelled more than 150km (93 miles) away.
(LEAD) S. Korea says in talks with int'l community over Hormuz security, keeps Iran channel open
(ATTN: ADDS Iranian official's post in paras 5-7)
· Oh Seok-min
Japan's foreign reserves drop by a record $80 billion in August following yen intervention
Japan's foreign reserves have fallen at their fastest pace since ministry records started in 2000, slumping 6.18% in August.
· Lim Hui Jie
Iran warns S. Korea that presence in Hormuz would be seen as support for US, have 'consequences'
Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson said in a post on X/Twitter on Monday that South Korea's military participation or presence in operations in the Gulf and Strait of Hormuz would be regarded as support for US "aggression" and would have serious consequences.
· REUTERS
The political survivor whose next move could decide the Pacific’s security future
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Solomon Islands counterpart Matthew Wale will move to fast-track a sweeping new treaty after a push to overthrow Wale’s pro-Australia government imploded in a blow to Beijing’s ambitions to expand its influence in the Pacific.
· Matthew Knott
Thai exchange to ease listing criteria on Friday to draw tech stocks
The Stock Exchange of Thailand is targeting companies in sectors it sees as having high-growth potential, such as robotics. © Reuters
· APORNRATH PHOONPHONGPHIPHAT
Malaysia lifts haze emergency in Sarawak, but warns pollution risks remain
King Sultan Ibrahim revokes the emergency status after rain lowers air pollution levels in Serian district
· Agence France-Presse
Malaysia lifts haze emergency in Sarawak, but warns pollution risks remain
King Sultan Ibrahim revokes the emergency status after rain lowers air pollution levels in Serian district
· Agence France-Presse
China’s leading EV battery makers’ profits nearly double that of industry’s carmakers
Leading electric vehicle battery makers’ profits by far outpace the industry’s carmakers in first half
· Themis Qi
China’s leading EV battery makers’ profits nearly double that of industry’s carmakers
Leading electric vehicle battery makers’ profits by far outpace the industry’s carmakers in first half
· Themis Qi
HIT Forum to explore path to lasting ‘Korea premium’
Korean and global market experts to discuss broader growth, Value-Up reforms and what will make foreign capital stay
· Choi Ji-won
Beyond the headlines: Asia News Network releases new e-book, Asia’s Hidden Heritage Treasures
Launched under the banner of "Bringing Asia Closer," the digital publication, titled ‘Inside Asia’s Hidden Heritage Treasures,’ aims to offer global and regional readers an authentic glimpse into the continent's shared identity.
· Hwang Daeun
Rival driver stops during China GT race to pull crashed racer from burning Ferrari
British driver Ollie Millroy thanked rival Loek Hartog for saving his life after the Dutch racer stopped and pulled him from a burning Ferrari during a China GT Championship race in Shanghai on Saturday.
· REUTERS
India teams search for survivors after Delhi building collapse kills six
At least five killed in New Delhi building collapse
· Al Jazeera Staff
Chinese naval scientists fall in love with the ‘big guns’ on Trump-class warship
Military researchers suggest large-calibre weapons firing fragmenting shells from battleships could neutralise low-cost drone swarms
· Chao Kong
Chinese naval scientists fall in love with the ‘big guns’ on Trump-class warship
Military researchers suggest large-calibre weapons firing fragmenting shells from battleships could neutralise low-cost drone swarms
· Chao Kong
Indonesia mantiene cerrados varios aeropuertos mientras remite la erupción volcánica
Gente espera durante interrupción en los vuelos debido a la erupción del monte Anak Krakatau, en el aeropuerto internacional de Tangerang, Indonesia, el lunes 7 de septiembre de 2026. (AP Foto/Tatan Syuflana)
‘Super Proud of Rald’: Myla Pablo cheers on partner Rald Ricafort as PLDT outlasts Creamline
MANILA, Philippines — Nxled’s Myla Pablo was among the spectators who were on the edge of their seats during Creamline and PLDT’s clash on Sunday at the Araneta Coliseum.
· Nicole Anne D.G. Bugauisan
Teodoro says China could exploit cuts in US-South Korean exercises
PHILIPPINE DEFENSE CHIEF. Philippine Defense Secretary Gilberto 'Gibo" Teodoro Jr.
· Mia Gonzalez
Big-time fuel price hike to be implemented on Sept. 8 — DOE
MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Energy (DOE) on Monday announced a steep rise in fuel prices to be implemented on Tuesday, September 8, as the global market reacted to recent tensions in the Middle East and in Russia.
· Ed Paolo Salting
Jaja Santiago targets PVL bronze after Creamline’s title dreams end
MANILA, Philippines — With Creamline Cool Smashers acquiring 6-foot-5 middle-blocker Jaja Santiago, the team was highly projected to enter the finals of the 2026 Premier Volleyball League (PVL) Invitational Conference.
· Nicole Anne D.G. Bugauisan
(2nd LD) S. Korea, U.S., Japan highlight firm 3-way security cooperation as joint drills kick off
(ATTN: UPDATES throughout with remarks from lead commanders in paras 5-13; CHANGES dateline; ADDS byline, photo)By Kim Seung-yeon and Kim Hyo-jung
· Kim Seung-yeon
Future filled with gold for China’s teen javelin star Yan after historic Diamond League win
The 18-year-old finishes ahead of Paris Olympic gold medallist Haruka Kitaguchi in final in Brussels and ends season undefeated over five events
· Stephy Zhang
Future filled with gold for China’s teen javelin star Yan after historic Diamond League win
The 18-year-old finishes ahead of Paris Olympic gold medallist Haruka Kitaguchi in final in Brussels and ends season undefeated over five events
· Stephy Zhang
Dyson takes Korea-tested service model global
Company moves beyond repair services toward preventive care
· Moon Joon-hyun
Iconic fall festival parade in Yatsushiro canceled in wake of Kumamoto quake
YATSUSHIRO, KUMAMOTO PREF. – The major earthquake that hit Kumamoto Prefecture in July has caused the cancellation of the highlight of a festival in the city of Yatsushiro that dates back to the Edo Period.
· No Author
China pulls in Big Tobacco to help with smaller-than-expected finance-industry capital injections
China's finance ministry is leading a smaller-than-expected $54 billion capital injection into state-owned banks and insurers, as Beijing seeks to foster growth with restrained stimulus.
· Anniek Bao
China’s WZ-X drone hints at an unmanned stealth bomber
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· Gabriel Honrada
PSA: Some OVP, DepEd confidential fund recipients had names of kids, dead people
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· Dwight de Leon
Seoul recalibrates Hormuz deployment plans as fighting intensifies, opposition grows
Since 2017, I have covered South Korea’s political and economic landscape as a reporter, with a focus on foreign affairs, inter-Korean relations and security.As a foreign affairs reporter, I closely follow developments from the Ministry of Unification, the Foreign Ministry and the Defense Ministry, tracking shifts i…
· Jung Min-kyung
Australia’s One Nation party proposes pension shake-up to boost take-home pay
SYDNEY – Australia’s hard-right One Nation party, which has surged in recent polls, on Monday proposed redirecting a portion of people’s future pension contributions to take-home pay, a move criticized by the ruling center-left Labor party.
· Renju Jose
[Key Points] Lee balances strategic autonomy, alliances and North Korea diplomacy
For over a decade, I’ve navigated the complexities of North Korean affairs, security, and foreign policy from both Seoul and Washington, D.C. As the National Desk Political Team Lead, I track the pulse of geopolitics, closely following developments from the Unification Ministry and the Foreign Ministry. My mornings …
· Ji Da-gyum
S. Korea says in talks with int'l community over Hormuz security, keeps Iran channel open
SEOUL, Sept. 7 (Yonhap) -- South Korea is closely communicating with relevant countries and the international community to help ensure the free passage of all vessels through the Strait of Hormuz, the foreign ministry said Monday.
· Oh Seok-min
Official: Piattos, Baon, Bacon, Pampano, Keso had no PSA records
MANILA, Philippines — Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) Assistant National Statistician Marizza Grande on Monday testified that she found some names in the acknowledgment receipts for the Office of the Vice President (OVP) and Department of Education (DepEd) confidential funds "unusual" because the majority of t…
· Catherine S. Valente
Korea Zinc emerges as key to rare earth supply push
Korea Zinc could play a central role in South Korea’s efforts to reduce its reliance on imported rare earths by applying its advanced smelting and recycling technologies, according to a Korea Development Bank report.
· Lim Ye-jin
Anak Krakatau eruption eases as more flights canceled
People wait as flights are disrupted due to the eruption of Mount Anak Krakatau, at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport in Tangerang, Indonesia, Monday, Sept. 7, 2026. (AP Photo/Tatan Syuflana)
DP chief calls for greater security autonomy amid prospect of US-NK talks
Since 2017, I have covered South Korea’s political and economic landscape as a reporter, with a focus on foreign affairs, inter-Korean relations and security.As a foreign affairs reporter, I closely follow developments from the Ministry of Unification, the Foreign Ministry and the Defense Ministry, tracking shifts i…
· Jung Min-kyung
Rescatistas buscan a personas atrapadas tras un derrumbe que dejó 6 muertos en Nueva Delhi
Rescatistas siguen buscando a personas atrapadas bajo los escombros de un edificio derruido en Nueva Delhi, India, el lunes 7 de septiembre de 2026. (AP Foto/Manish Swarup)
· Rishi Lekhi
Unclaimed insurance benefits for migrant workers in Korea hit record high
More than 54,000 cases worth W32.4b remain unpaid despite recovery efforts
· Hwang Sun-jun
Hong Kong a ‘trusted partner’ to drive Central Asia growth, city leader says
Central Asia offers immense potential for global businesses, John Lee reveals as SCMP’s China Conference debuts in Astana
· Jeffie Lam
Hong Kong a ‘trusted partner’ to drive Central Asia growth, city leader says
Central Asia offers immense potential for global businesses, John Lee reveals as SCMP’s China Conference debuts in Astana
· Jeffie Lam
China has 1.4 billion mouths to feed. How vulnerable is it to a global food crisis?
El Nino fears and disruptions to Ukraine’s grain exports are driving up global crop prices, but China’s robust supplies temper the impact
· Sherry Wang
China has 1.4 billion mouths to feed. How vulnerable is it to a global food crisis?
El Nino fears and disruptions to Ukraine’s grain exports are driving up global crop prices, but China’s robust supplies temper the impact
· Sherry Wang
More Chinese pet owners choose TCM for chronic pet illnesses using herbs, bee stings, acupuncture
Growing popularity of TCM – noted for being milder and having fewer side effects – is largely driven by ageing pet population
· Fran Lu
More Chinese pet owners choose TCM for chronic pet illnesses using herbs, bee stings, acupuncture
Growing popularity of TCM – noted for being milder and having fewer side effects – is largely driven by ageing pet population
· Fran Lu