Is the US warming up to Hong Kong? High-level meeting with business group signals shift
AmCham HK delegation expected to meet high-ranking US State Department official as part of annual trip to Washington, sources say
· William Zheng
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Newest first · UTC+11:00Asian streaming services go big on microdramas and AI content
Major Asian streaming services are doubling down on micro dramas and artificial intelligence to generate content. (Photo by Natsumi Kawasaki)
· NATSUMI KAWASAKI
China moves to end ‘irrational’ food-delivery subsidies and the sector’s price wars
Regulators target predatory pricing and merchant coercion, with new rules requiring that tech giants disclose subsidy data and not disrupt the market
· Xiaofei Xu
China moves to end ‘irrational’ food-delivery subsidies and the sector’s price wars
Regulators target predatory pricing and merchant coercion, with new rules requiring that tech giants disclose subsidy data and not disrupt the market
· Xiaofei Xu
Life amid Canada’s ‘troubling’ shift on migrant rights
Toronto, Canada – When Diana Gallego listened to Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney’s widely touted speech at the World Economic Forum at the start of this year, she couldn’t help but feel a disconnect.
· Jillian Kestler-D'Amours
Brussels blames national capitals and MEPs for stalling deregulation drive
BRUSSELS — The European Commission's red-tape slashing mission could save the European economy billions of euros — but only if EU governments and lawmakers get out of its way.
· Marianne Gros
Seattle's World Cup 'Pride Match' will feature Iran and Egypt
Marchers with the Greater Seattle Business Association, Washington State’s LGBTQ+ and allied chamber of commerce, hold rainbow letters spelling out “Seattle,” during the annual Seattle Pride Parade, June 25, 2023, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson, File)
· Andrew Destin
BMW stock slumps to 5 year-low as Iran war and China slowdown spark profit warning
Shares in BMW tumbled to their lowest level in over 5 years on Wednesday after the German carmaker cut its 2026 profit outlook, citing a slowdown in Chinese demand and disruption caused by the Iran war.
· Joseph Wilkins
China accelerates digital yuan push as 26 banks join new cross-border platform
The platform will make it easier to make cross-border e-CNY payments, with banks operating in Brazil, Qatar and Thailand among others already signed up
· Alice Li
China accelerates digital yuan push as 26 banks join new cross-border platform
The platform will make it easier to make cross-border e-CNY payments, with banks operating in Brazil, Qatar and Thailand among others already signed up
· Alice Li
Qantas names London as first destination for Project Sunrise flights
Australians will be able to fly non-stop from Sydney to London aboard Qantas’ new Project Sunrise planes from 2027, the airline has announced.
· Chris Zappone
'BOJ shadow governor' Bessent pushed for rate hike
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, right, urged Japanese officials to raise the policy rate to avoid economic and financial disruptions. (Nikkei montage/Source photos by Nikkei)
· Staff Writer
Why deeper China ties matter as Europe seeks to power its AI ambitions beyond America
Euro architect Christian Noyer says Chinese capital can help Europe build AI, green industries and strategic autonomy as it revamps markets
· Peggy Ye
Why deeper China ties matter as Europe seeks to power its AI ambitions beyond America
Euro architect Christian Noyer says Chinese capital can help Europe build AI, green industries and strategic autonomy as it revamps markets
· Peggy Ye
NetJets Business Jet Crashes On Texas Highway
The aviation world has endured a turbulent week, with a series of high-profile incidents spanning a fighter jet crash, a B-52 bomber crash, and now a business jet that went down on a Texas highway in the overnight hours.
· Tyler Durden
UAE aims to cut dependency on Strait of Hormuz to 'zero' with major ports expansion plan | The National
The UAE is working on a "highly ambitious plan" to boost its logistics sector that would help to reduce its dependence on the Strait of Hormuz to "zero", the country's Minister of Foreign Trade said.
· The National
Canada's Carney says lack of bilateral meeting with Trump at G7 not a snub
U.S. President Donald Trump, left, speaks with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney prior to a group photo of G7 leaders and invited nations during the G7 summit in Evian-les-Bains, France, Tuesday, June 16, 2026. (Dominique Jacovides, Pool Photo via AP)
· Rob Gillies
G7 leaders gorge on caviar, swill $7k vintage wine after vow to fight ‘lingering poverty’
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· James Franey
Arada unveils first London residential project in UK expansion push | The National
Sharjah developer Arada has unveiled a new residential development in London as the company looks to expand in the UK property market.
· Fareed Rahman
Real estate event in London ‘advertised sale of land in illegal Israeli settlements’
Pamphlets from event featured projects in West Bank and East Jerusalem despite previous denials by organisers
· Geneva Abdul, Aamna Mohdin
One Nation prepared to cut worker entitlements to shore up struggling small businesses
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· Jake Evans
Indonesia’s rupiah rebounds but rate rises threaten middle class
A successful sovereign wealth fund debut and a stock market rally offer a reprieve, even as higher borrowing costs threaten growth
· Resty Woro Yuniar
Indonesia’s rupiah rebounds but rate rises threaten middle class
A successful sovereign wealth fund debut and a stock market rally offer a reprieve, even as higher borrowing costs threaten growth
· Resty Woro Yuniar
Central banks to boost gold reserves despite declining prices | The National
Central banks are expected to boost their stockpiles of gold over the next 12 months to help fight off economic and geopolitical shocks, despite the asset's declining price, the World Gold Council has said.
· Alvin R Cabral
20 College Majors Most Exposed To AI Job Disruption
The rapid adoption of AI across corporate America is stoking anxiety among recent and upcoming college graduates, many of whom fear that the entry-level white-collar labor market is shrinking just as they prepare to enter the workforce.
· Tyler Durden
Thousands flock to Art Basel in Switzerland as market outlook improves
Switzerland welcomed thousands of collectors, dealers and artists to Basel on 16 June as Art Basel opened its VIP preview days, with the fair drawing close attention as a possible sign of renewed confidence in the global art market after several difficult years. Works by leading figures including Henry Moore, Pablo …
· AfricaNews
Investment key to Uzbekistan progress, says ex-China boss Cannavaro ahead of World Cup debut
Former Italy defender Fabio Cannavaro leaves comparisons with old employers unsaid ahead of game against Colombia in Mexico City
· Paul McNamara
Investment key to Uzbekistan progress, says ex-China boss Cannavaro ahead of World Cup debut
Former Italy defender Fabio Cannavaro leaves comparisons with old employers unsaid ahead of game against Colombia in Mexico City
· Paul McNamara
BYD to launch first plug-in hybrid in Korea later this month
Chinese electric vehicle giant BYD is set to launch its first plug-in hybrid electric vehicle in South Korea later this month, broadening its lineup beyond battery-powered vehicles as it enters the country's hybrid market.
· Ahn Sung-mi
10 Nippon Yusen freighters still in Persian Gulf
About 10 Nippon Yusen cargo vessels remain stranded in the Persian Gulf due to the virtual blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, said Takaya Soga, president of the major Japanese shipping firm.
· No Author
Pizza Hut, overtaken by the arrival of delivery culture, will be sold for $2.7 billion
Pizza Hut, the 68-year-old chain that has long struggled with growing competition and outdated restaurants, will be sold for $2.7 billion by parent company Yum Brands.
· Associated Press
HSBC China pioneers cross-border fund services for mainland investors
Despite the cross-border trading crackdown, analysts say Beijing will continue to allow investment in overseas markets via legal channels
· Enoch Yiu
HSBC China pioneers cross-border fund services for mainland investors
Despite the cross-border trading crackdown, analysts say Beijing will continue to allow investment in overseas markets via legal channels
· Enoch Yiu
Treasury yields inch higher as investors await Fed interest rates decision
U.S. Treasury yields inched higher on Wednesday as investors await the outcome of Kevin Warsh's first Fed policy meeting.
· Joseph Wilkins
China vows new legal shield that could counter US sanctions and protect finance
‘We don’t stir up trouble,’ He Lifeng says as first vice-premier to attend annual Lujiazui Forum since 2019, ‘but we’re absolutely not afraid of it’
· Sylvia Ma
China vows new legal shield that could counter US sanctions and protect finance
‘We don’t stir up trouble,’ He Lifeng says as first vice-premier to attend annual Lujiazui Forum since 2019, ‘but we’re absolutely not afraid of it’
· Sylvia Ma
‘People just love hearing about themselves’: The Gen Z yearning for magic fuelling an $8b astrology market
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· Myffy Rigby
Vietnam police rescue more than 400 cats from animal theft crime ring
Police in Vietnam have seized more than 400 stolen cats in a major bust of a feline meat crime ring in Ho Chi Minh City, according to animal welfare groups and local media.
· Al Jazeera
G7 leaders to boost Ukraine air defences, tighten sanctions on Russia
Leaders of the G7 have pledged at a summit in France to strengthen Ukraine’s air defences and increase pressure on Moscow’s war economy, including by tightening sanctions on the Russian oil and gas sectors.
· Al Jazeera Staff
AI boom sparks Kingboard subsidiary’s US$1.5 billion stake sale to ramp up PCB capacity
AI server backlogs and supply chain strains push Kingboard to tap markets and expand circuit board output
· Julie Zhang
AI boom sparks Kingboard subsidiary’s US$1.5 billion stake sale to ramp up PCB capacity
AI server backlogs and supply chain strains push Kingboard to tap markets and expand circuit board output
· Julie Zhang
SpaceX gains 4% after surpassing Amazon in market cap
SpaceX shares rose 4% in premarket trading on Wednesday, as the Elon Musk-led company extended a remarkable rally that's seen the stock surge around 62% since a blockbuster IPO on Friday.
· Kai Nicol-Schwarz
The Jerusalem Post is proud to announce its first ever Asia-Pacific Summit, taking place in Sydney
The Jerusalem Post Group's Asia-Pacific Summit will serve as a flagship international event, hosted in Sydney, Australia - a key regional hub connecting countries across the Asia-Pacific region. The summit is expected to bring together representatives from India, Singapore, Hong Kong, and other countries throughout …
· JERUSALEM POST STAFF
Inflation unexpectedly steady as food price rises slow
Inflation remained at 2.8% in the year to May as the pace of food price rises slowed to a 17-month low, according to new figures.
· Emer Moreau
Globe announces Mynt, shareholders approve IPO listing
MANILA, Philippines — Globe Telecom Inc. on Wednesday announced that Mynt Inc., the technology behind GCash, is planning to move forward with its Initial Public Offering (IPO) listing.
· Ed Paolo Salting
RBA warns financial industry to prepare for 'more shock-prone future'
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· Gareth Hutchens
How to navigate Ireland’s EU presidency policy agenda like a pro
Ireland is stepping into its role as chair of the EU’s policy agenda at a moment when Europe’s politics are, for once, helping rather than holding it back.
· POLITICO
Ireland’s Big Tech presidency dilemma: Shaping the rules for companies it hosts
As Ireland gets ready to engineer compromises between EU countries on tricky tech files in the latter half of this year, the very loud, trumpeting elephant in the room will be the country’s close relationship with U.S. tech giants.
· Ellen O'Regan
China securities regulator warns against speculating on 'tech hype' and using AI for stock picking
China will crack down on technology themes designed to boost stock prices, the top securities regulator said, signaling Beijing's growing unease with speculation on the artificial intelligence-linked stock rally.
· Anniek Bao
'A signal of where power sits': Trump and world leaders joined by OpenAI, Anthropic, Google at G7
Chiefs of the world's leading AI companies are descending on the G7 conference in France Wednesday, in a sign of their growing geopolitical influence as artificial intelligence rises to the top of the global agenda.
· Kai Nicol-Schwarz