[2026-03-16 21:11 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Fears of a global energy crisis rise as Iran keeps stranglehold on shipping and hits Dubai airport

Snippet: BEIRUT, Lebanon — Fears of a global energy crisis rose Monday as the war in the Middle East raged on, with more US-Israeli strikes on the Iranian capital and Israel's bombardment of Lebanon. An Iranian drone strike temporarily shut Dubai’s airport, a crucial global travel hub, underscoring the threats to the world economy.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/16/world/fears-of-a-global-energy-crisis-rise-as-iran-keeps-stranglehold-on-shipping-and-hits-dubai-airport/2300549

[2026-03-16 20:30 UTC+10:00] [Maersk] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: No ships cross Strait of Hormuz for first time since conflict began, data shows

Snippet: Transits drop to zero but vessels cluster outside corridor, signalling expectations of a reopening, maritime analytics firm says

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/global-economy/article/3346755/no-ships-cross-strait-hormuz-first-time-conflict-began-data-shows

[2026-03-16 20:15 UTC+10:00] [Shizuoka] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Shizuoka, in Japan, needs more tourists. How does it attract them and boost its economy?

Snippet: For tourists tired of cities like Tokyo or Osaka, Shizuoka offers a quieter experience of Japanese culture. But how can it market itself?

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/travel-leisure/article/3346701/shizuoka-japan-needs-more-tourists-how-does-it-attract-them-and-boost-its-economy

[2026-03-16 19:30 UTC+10:00] [airfare] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Why Asia’s crisis-hardened hotel sector can withstand Iran war shock

Snippet: While higher energy prices pose a threat to global travel, Asia’s strong regional travel demand and diversified source markets offer resilience

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/asia-opinion/article/3346705/why-asias-crisis-hardened-hotel-sector-can-withstand-iran-war-shock

[2026-03-16 19:00 UTC+10:00] [Formula One] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Shanghai sees massive F1 turnout, boosting city’s pitch as sporting destination

Snippet: Setting a near 20-year attendance record, this year’s race strengthened the city’s case as global event venue – and China’s efforts to spur consumption

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3346721/shanghai-sees-massive-f1-turnout-boosting-citys-pitch-sporting-destination

[2026-03-16 18:47 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Oil price surge could hit Korea’s growth, KIET warns

Snippet: SEJONG — A surge in oil prices triggered by the war involving Iran could deal a significant blow to the South Korean economy if the rally persists, given the country’s heavy reliance on Middle Eastern crude oil, a state-run research institute warned Monday.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10695454

[2026-03-16 18:35 UTC+10:00] [Business / Markets] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: ‘Biblical disaster’: Trump plots a radical move to control oil prices

Snippet: The Trump administration is considering intervening in oil markets to push down prices despite warnings that it would risk a “biblical disaster”.

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/business/markets/biblical-disaster-trump-plots-a-radical-move-to-control-oil-prices-20260316-p5oapw.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-03-16 17:51 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: CNBC Daily Open: Strait talk from Trump

Snippet: Taken from CNBC’s Daily Open, our international markets newsletter — Subscribe today

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/03/16/cnbc-daily-open-strait-talk-from-trump.html

[2026-03-16 17:44 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: European markets set to start the week higher but oil prices remain in focus

Snippet: LONDON — European stocks are expected to start the new trading week in positive territory despite the ongoing unrest in the Middle East and elevated global oil prices.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/03/16/european-markets-stoxx-600-ftse-dax-cac-iran-latest-oil-prices.html

[2026-03-16 17:20 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Trump's call for naval support will face procedural, political hurdles

Snippet: 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 in diplomacy, military policy and North Korea’s evolving posture.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10695340

[2026-03-16 16:38 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: Iran war an 'abject lesson' on fossil fuel dependence, UN climate chief says

Snippet: The disruption to energy markets caused by the Iran war is an "abject lesson" in the risks of relying on fossil fuels, and underscores the case for governments to wean their economies off oil and gas, the UN climate secretary will tell EU policymakers on Monday.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/iran-war-abject-lesson-fossil-fuel-dependence-un-climate-chief-says

[2026-03-16 16:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Poland is a model for economic growth

Snippet: Poland’s economy has been transformed dramatically since the fall of communism in 1989. Once struggling, it is now one of Europe’s most successful. Poland’s GDP has risen significantly, and the economy has grown steadily since joining the European Union in 2004. (AP Video by Pietro de Cristofaro)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/poland-economy-growth-g20-gdp-26fe06e120398410f8d773ba5661e7aa

[2026-03-16 16:24 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Brent crude trades near $105 a barrel as Iran keeps pressure on oil prices

Snippet: A person walks in front of an electronic stock board showing Japan’s Nikkei index at a securities firm Friday, March 13, 2026, in Tokyo. (AP Photo/Eugene Hoshiko)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/oil-stocks-markets-iran-trump-f982468f7ed277b058836387b04622b4

[2026-03-16 16:04 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Unification minister urges North Korea to seize opportunity for dialogue with US

Snippet: 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 in diplomacy, military policy and North Korea’s evolving posture.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10695243

[2026-03-16 15:55 UTC+10:00] [Business / The economy] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: Property sellers are flooding the market but buyers aren’t biting

Snippet: March 16, 2026 — 3:55pm

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/business/the-economy/property-sellers-are-flooding-the-market-buyers-aren-t-biting-20260316-p5oavj.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-03-16 15:29 UTC+10:00] [News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Michael West Media

Title: China’s economy builds early momentum in 2026

Snippet: March 16, 2026 15:29 | News

Read full article: https://michaelwest.com.au/chinas-economy-builds-early-momentum-in-2026/

[2026-03-16 14:09 UTC+10:00] [Esso] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Courier SF Express imposes temporary fuel surcharges within Hong Kong and Macau

Snippet: China’s largest courier cites volatile global fuel prices for new HK$1 surcharge on local document and parcel deliveries

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3346700/courier-sf-express-imposes-temporary-fuel-surcharges-within-hong-kong-and-macau

[2026-03-16 13:09 UTC+10:00] [News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Michael West Media

Title: Energy markets face uncertain environment: oil producer

Snippet: March 16, 2026 13:09 | News

Read full article: https://michaelwest.com.au/energy-markets-face-uncertain-environment-oil-producer/

[2026-03-16 13:07 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: China's factory output and consumption beat forecasts, while property investment contraction slows

Snippet: China's economy started on a strong footing this year, with consumption and production both beating expectations as holiday spending and strong foreign demand provided an early boost.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/03/16/china-data-today-retail-sales-property-industrial-production.html

[2026-03-16 13:00 UTC+10:00] [Asia-Pacific] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: How Asean can loosen dependence on US, China amid trade war fallout

Snippet: The bloc will look for new markets and deepen regional cooperation to reduce trade uncertainty, economic ministers say

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/economics/article/3346594/how-asean-can-loosen-dependence-us-china-amid-trade-war-fallout

[2026-03-16 13:00 UTC+10:00] [China data] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s economy starts 2026 strongly as retail sales, investment rise

Snippet: Before the Iran energy crisis and latest round of China-US trade talks, retail spending grew 2.8 per cent in January and February while fixed-asset investment increased 1.8 per cent

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/economic-indicators/article/3346697/chinas-economy-starts-2026-strongly-retail-sales-investment-rise

[2026-03-16 12:29 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: CNBC Daily Open: Oil infrastructure under threat as Iran war rages on?

Snippet: Taken from CNBC’s Daily Open, our international markets newsletter — Subscribe today

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/03/16/cnbc-daily-open-us-iran-trump-war-oil.html

[2026-03-16 12:16 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Oil prices open higher as war in Middle East rages

Snippet: WASHINGTON, D.C. — Oil prices kept rising as markets opened Sunday, with both benchmarks higher as the war in the Middle East disrupts global supplies.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/16/business/oil-prices-open-higher-as-war-in-middle-east-rages/2300364

[2026-03-16 11:59 UTC+10:00] [Business / The economy] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: Trump is holding the world hostage

Snippet: March 16, 2026 — 11:59am

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/business/the-economy/trump-is-holding-the-world-hostage-20260316-p5oarq.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-03-16 11:30 UTC+10:00] [United Arab Emirates] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: 30% jump in demand for regional holidays among Hongkongers amid Middle East war

Snippet: Industry players say local travellers more cautious ahead of Easter holiday amid rising airfares and disrupted routes

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3346683/30-jump-demand-regional-holidays-among-hongkongers-amid-middle-east-war

[2026-03-16 11:30 UTC+10:00] [ByteDance] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hopes of AI monetisation to boost China tech stocks amid war, market scares

Snippet: Chinese tech stocks prove steadier than regional and US peers, as frenzy over OpenClaw shows a possible way forward, analysts say

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/markets/article/3346604/hopes-ai-monetisation-boost-china-tech-stocks-amid-war-market-scares

[2026-03-16 10:57 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: Asia-Pacific markets set to fall as oil tops $100 amid escalating U.S.-Iran tensions

Snippet: Asia-Pacific markets were set to mostly decline Monday as investors continued to monitor elevated oil prices and the latest developments in the escalating U.S.-Iran conflict.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/03/16/asia-pacific-markets-nikkei-225-kospi-hang-seng-index.html

[2026-03-16 10:15 UTC+10:00] [Africa] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong should work to ensure a steady fuel supply amid war in Iran

Snippet: While shielded by the national economy, the city needs to maintain an open, transparent market to deter abusive behaviour

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/comment/article/3346485/hong-kong-should-work-ensure-steady-fuel-supply-amid-war-iran

[2026-03-16 09:26 UTC+10:00] [WORLD] [Factuality: 95]

Source: The Japan Times

Title: Trump rejects Iran deal on current terms as war continues

Snippet: U.S. President Donald Trump said Iran is ready to make a deal to end the war but the U.S. wants better terms, signaling no let up in a conflict that’s brought shipping in the strategic Strait of Hormuz to a near standstill and upended energy markets.

Read full article: https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/03/16/world/politics/trump-iran-war-terms-deal/

[2026-03-16 07:44 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: California drivers say ‘yes, in my back yard’ for offshore oil

Snippet: California will finally begin pumping offshore oil again near Santa Barbara — saving our state’s economy from catastrophe.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/15/opinion/california-drivers-want-offshore-oil-to-bring-down-gas-prices/

[2026-03-16 07:30 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: [Man-Ki Kim] Korea’s supply chain imperative

Snippet: Rising tensions in the Middle East have once again shaken global oil markets, raising concerns about potential disruptions to the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most critical energy transit routes. For Korea, which imports nearly all its energy, such uncertainty poses a serious economic risk.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10694595

[2026-03-16 07:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: SEC Chairman highlights stronger regulatory framework and market development vision - DailyNews

Snippet: Senior Professor Hareendra Dissabandara, Chairman of the Securities and Exchange Commission of Sri Lanka, emphasized the importance of a robust regulatory framework and long-term market development while addressing the Second National Capital Markets Symposium organized by the Bar Association of Sri Lanka.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/16/business/967189/sec-chairman-highlights-stronger-regulatory-framework-and-market-development-vision/

[2026-03-16 06:57 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Electric vehicle use rising in Sri Lanka as economy and environment benefit - DailyNews

Snippet: Chairman of New Energy Vehicle (NEV) Importers Association Mahinda Herath told the Daily News that the use of electric vehicles (EVs) in Sri Lanka is steadily increasing, reflecting a growing shift towards cleaner and more cost-efficient transportation. Industry data shows that EVs accounted for around 10 percent of passenger vehicle imports in 2025, highlighting the rapid adoption of electric mobility after the easing of vehicle import restrictions.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/16/business/967169/electric-vehicle-use-rising-in-sri-lanka-as-economy-and-environment-benefit/

[2026-03-16 06:40 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: How the Iran conflict is reshaping shipping and exposing Sri Lanka’s freight vulnerabilities - DailyNews

Snippet: The escalating conflict involving Iran in the Middle East is reverberating across global shipping lanes, triggering higher freight rates, rising insurance costs and growing uncertainty across international supply chains. For Sri Lanka, an island nation whose economy is closely tied to maritime trade, the crisis has begun to reshape logistics patterns, affect trade costs and highlight both strategic opportunities and long-standing gaps in the country’s freight capabilities.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/16/features/967311/how-the-iran-conflict-is-reshaping-shipping-and-exposing-sri-lankas-freight-vulnerabilities/

[2026-03-16 05:50 UTC+10:00] [US-Israel war on Iran] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Initiative may be slipping away from US and Israel as Middle East crisis deepens

Snippet: There is little sign of imminent regime change in Iran as its blockade of strait of Hormuz shocks global economy

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/mar/15/initiative-may-be-slipping-away-from-us-and-israel-as-middle-east-crisis-deepens

[2026-03-16 05:25 UTC+10:00] [Business / Markets] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: ASX set to fall, Wall Street slumps as war with Iran keeps pressure on oil prices

Snippet: Wall Street’s losses deepened as the ongoing fallout from the war in Iran keeps pushing oil prices higher, ratcheting up inflationary pressure on the global economy.

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/business/markets/asx-set-to-fall-wall-street-slumps-as-war-with-iran-keeps-pressure-on-oil-prices-20260316-p5oaq2.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-03-16 05:00 UTC+10:00] [Business / The economy] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: The case for rapid-fire interest rate hikes is hardly watertight

Snippet: March 16, 2026 — 5:00am

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/business/the-economy/the-case-for-rapid-fire-interest-rate-hikes-is-hardly-watertight-20260312-p5o9rb.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-03-16 04:33 UTC+10:00] [Scott Bessent] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: US-China trade talks: low-key start to negotiations after first meeting in Paris

Snippet: Discussions expected to focus on trade, investment and rare earths ahead of crucial Xi-Trump summit later this month in Beijing

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3346687/us-china-trade-talks-low-key-start-negotiations-after-first-meeting-paris

[2026-03-16 04:04 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: IEA to release emergency oil reserves as Middle East war hits supply

Snippet: The International Energy Agency (IEA) says emergency oil reserves will begin entering global markets as governments move to stabilise supplies disrupted by the Middle East war.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/iea-release-emergency-oil-reserves-middle-east-war-hits-supply

[2026-03-16 03:05 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Middle East conflict tests PH economy and politics

Snippet: THE escalating conflict in the Middle East may be thousands of kilometers away from Manila, but its consequences are already being felt by Filipinos through rising fuel prices, economic uncertainty and anxiety for loved ones working abroad.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/16/opinion/columns/middle-east-conflict-tests-ph-economy-and-politics/2300297

[2026-03-16 01:56 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Al Jazeera

Title: Trump calls for naval coalition to open Strait of Hormuz: Can it work?

Snippet: United States President Donald Trump has called for a naval coalition to deploy warships to secure the Strait of Hormuz, through which one-fifth of world oil shipments transit, as oil markets reel from supply disruptions caused by the US-Israeli war with Iran.

Read full article: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/3/15/trump-calls-for-naval-coalition-to-open-strait-of-hormuz-can-it-work

[2026-03-15 22:00 UTC+10:00] [US news] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: America needs a movement to curb billionaires' power | Steven Greenhouse

Snippet: The country’s 900 billionaires have far too much influence over our government and economy. Here’s how we can reduce the power of the ultra-rich

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2026/mar/15/billionaire-curb-power-movement

[2026-03-15 19:53 UTC+10:00] [America] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China and US begin fresh round of trade talks in Paris

Snippet: Discussions expected to focus on trade, investment and rare earths ahead of US President Donald Trump’s visit to China later this month

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3346652/china-and-us-begin-fresh-round-trade-talks-paris

[2026-03-15 19:30 UTC+10:00] [climate change] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: How jet engines can help power the global AI economy

Snippet: Using old engines to provide energy for data centres runs counter to climate commitments, but the proven technology is easier to scale than green energy

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/world-opinion/article/3346359/how-jet-engines-can-help-power-global-ai-economy

[2026-03-15 17:24 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Seoul under pressure as Trump urges major economies to send ships to Hormuz Strait

Snippet: 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 in diplomacy, military policy and North Korea’s evolving posture.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10694546

[2026-03-15 17:22 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Korean authorities on alert as won nears 1,500 on oil surge

Snippet: Verbal intervention back in focus after overnight slide jolts markets

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10694544

[2026-03-15 16:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Sushui Tech to Launch Its Fuel Cell Cloud Service at World Smart Energy Week 2026, Tokyo

Snippet: TOKYO, March 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Sushui Tech, a leading innovator in direct methanol fuel cell technology, announced its participation in Smart Energy Week 2026, taking place from March 17 to 19 at Tokyo Big Sight. At Booth W14-71, the company will unveil its Fuel Cell Cloud Service for global markets along with its 200W stationary DMFC generator DMFC-KH-200R dedicated for edge AI applications and 50W portable DMFC generator for disaster response applications.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10694529

[2026-03-15 16:21 UTC+10:00] [Paul Chan Mo-po] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Middle East conflict could divert new capital to Hong Kong: treasury chief

Snippet: Christopher Hui pledges to keep markets operating smoothly amid energy price shocks caused by US-Israel war against Iran

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3346640/middle-east-conflict-could-divert-new-capital-hong-kong-treasury-chief

[2026-03-15 16:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Blackpink’s Jennie, Art Basel, Cj Hendry: top Hong Kong events to catch in March

Snippet: Residents and visitors are spoiled for choice in the last two weeks of Hong Kong arts month, with ComplexCon and HKwalls among the city’s offerings

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3346632/blackpinks-jennie-art-basel-cj-hendry-top-hong-kong-events-catch-march

[2026-03-15 14:00 UTC+10:00] [Singapore] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Japan hotels keep luring Hong Kong families, global investors despite geopolitical strains

Snippet: Record tourism, limited supply and a weak yen lift returns as institutional capital pours into the hospitality sector

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/markets/article/3346535/japan-hotels-keep-luring-hong-kong-families-global-investors-despite-geopolitical-strains