[2026-02-17 07:10 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: Israel is 'advancing the annexation of the West Bank'

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Read full article: https://www.dw.com/en/israel-is-advancing-the-annexation-of-the-west-bank/video-75996838

[2026-02-17 07:06 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: FT: РФ привлекла бывших "вагнеровцев" к диверсиям в Европе

Snippet: Вербовщики и пропагандисты, которые ранее работали на частную военную компанию (ЧВК) "Вагнер", стали "основным каналом" для организации диверсий, совершаемых в Европе по заданию Кремля. Об этом сообщила в воскресенье, 15 февраля, британская газета Financial Times (FT) со ссылкой на источники в западных спецслужбах и европейских чиновников.

Read full article: https://www.dw.com/ru/ft-rossijskie-specsluzby-privlekli-byvsih-vagnerovcev-k-diversiam-v-evrope/a-75997095

[2026-02-17 06:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Mahiyanganaya to be developed as industrial and commercial city - DailyNews

Snippet: The Mahiyanganaya Ceramic Corporation land will be developed as an industrial and commercial city. This decision was reached following a special inspection visit made by the Minister of Industries and Entrepreneur Development Sunil Handunnetti to the factory premises recently to initiate the development of the 96-acre land belonging to the Ceylon Ceramic Corporation in the Mahiyanganaya area as an industrial and commercial city and actively contribute to the economy of the area.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/17/business/952478/mahiyanganaya-to-be-developed-as-industrial-and-commercial-city/

[2026-02-17 06:56 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Prime Lands Residencies posts Rs. 1.50 Bn PAT - DailyNews

Snippet: Prime Lands Residencies PLC (CSE: PLR) reported strong financial performance for the quarter ended December 31, 2025, keeping shareholder expectations intact.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/17/business/952481/prime-lands-residencies-posts-rs-1-50-bn-pat/

[2026-02-17 06:52 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Purchsing managers’ indices up in Jan. 2026 - DailyNews

Snippet: Sri Lanka’s private sector activity continued to expand in January 2026, although at a slower pace compared to the previous month, according to the latest Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) released by the Central Bank of Sri Lanka.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/17/business/952502/purchsing-managers-indices-up-in-jan-2026/

[2026-02-17 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Seylan Bank appoints two new Directors W.D. Batagoda and Ramani Samarasundera - DailyNews

Snippet: Seylan Bank PLC has strengthened its Board of Directors with the appointment of two professionals, W.D. Batagoda as a Non-Executive Director with effect from December 26 and Ramani Samarasundera as an Independent Non-Executive Director with effect from January 26.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/17/business/952335/seylan-bank-appoints-two-new-directors-w-d-batagoda-and-ramani-samarasundera/

[2026-02-17 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: DFCC Bank commences community engagement calendar with ‘Ride for Life’ initiative - DailyNews

Snippet: DFCC Bank PLC marked the start of its 2026 wellbeing and community engagement calendar with its annual Ride for Life initiative, uniting employees and clients across the country to raise awareness on mental health and support Sri Lanka’s 1333 Suicide Prevention Hotline.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/17/business/952361/dfcc-bank-commences-community-engagement-calendar-with-ride-for-life-initiative/

[2026-02-17 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: HNB elevates home loan solutions in partnership with Groundworth - DailyNews

Snippet: HNB PLC, the leading private bank in Sri Lanka announced a strategic partnership with Groundworth Pvt Ltd through the signing of a MoU to promote home loan financing for a landmark mixed development project in Colombo.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/17/business/952364/hnb-elevates-home-loan-solutions-in-partnership-with-groundworth/

[2026-02-17 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Shares - Colombo Stock Exchange ( Market Statistics on 16.02.2025 ) - DailyNews

Snippet: Sri Lanka’s most Trusted and Innovative media services provider

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/17/business/952537/shares-colombo-stock-exchange-market-statistics-on-16-02-2025/

[2026-02-17 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Savouring Serendipity - DailyNews

Snippet: Foreigners exploring the vibrant streets of Colombo in true adventure style from the buzz of Pettah Market to the ocean breeze at Galle Face Green, every turn bringing a new story to discover.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/17/photo-of-the-day/952729/savouring-serendipity/

[2026-02-17 02:24 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: له پاکستانه د درملو واردولو په اړه د طالبانو د پرېکړې پایلې

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Read full article: https://www.dw.com/ps/bitter-pill-taliban-govt-shakes-up-afghan-medicine-market/video-75993394

[2026-02-16 22:24 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: भारत में एक आम आदमी को कितना महंगा पड़ता है कैंसर का इलाज

Snippet: कैंसर - यह नाम सुनकर एक आम व्यक्ति को जितना डर लगता है उतना ही ज्यादा उनका परिवार इसके खर्चों को लेकर परेशान होता है. भारत में आज भी इसके इलाज में एक आम इंसान की सारी जमा पूंजी खत्म हो जाती है लेकिन कई बार तब भी रोग ठीक नहीं हो पाता.

Read full article: https://www.dw.com/hi/rising-cancer-treatment-costs-increase-financial-exposure-in-india/a-75985009

[2026-02-16 22:08 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Traffic gridlock in Hong Kong as crowds throng last day of Lunar New Year fair

Snippet: Roads surrounding flower market at Victoria Park and connecting tram and bus routes grind to a halt amid crowds seeking last-minute bargains

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/transport/article/3343756/traffic-gridlock-central-hong-kong-crowds-throng-last-day-lunar-new-year-fair

[2026-02-16 19:51 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Thailand’s economy rebounds despite tourism decline, pandemic

Snippet: Lagging regional peers since the pandemic, the Thai economy has faced multiple headwinds, including US tariffs, high household debt and a strengthening baht

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/southeast-asia/article/3343736/thailands-economy-rebounds-despite-tourism-decline-pandemic

[2026-02-16 18:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s Xi prioritises ‘AI-plus’ and consumer spending to counter economic risks

Snippet: Previously unreleased comments by Xi urge income growth and tech breakthroughs, potentially setting stage for measures ahead of March’s parliamentary meetings

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3343726/chinas-xi-prioritises-ai-plus-and-consumer-spending-counter-economic-headwinds

[2026-02-16 18:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: ‘Disgusting’: pre-made Lunar New Year meals lose lustre for Chinese families

Snippet: Food fight between star influencer and restaurant chain becomes a hot potato at reunion dinner tables as hosts pick quality over convenience

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3343660/chinese-families-cool-pre-made-meals-lunar-new-year-after-scandal

[2026-02-16 17:54 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hongkongers make 1.4 million outbound trips ahead of Lunar New Year

Snippet: Longer holiday, Valentine’s Day overlap drive 21.6 per cent increase in outbound trips from 2025

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3343716/hongkongers-make-14-million-outbound-trips-ahead-lunar-new-year

[2026-02-16 17:36 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 95]

Source: Financial Times

Title: School economics class: The challenges of a weight-loss economy

Snippet: PublishedFebruary 16 2026

Read full article: https://www.ft.com/content/374033c0-e34b-4de9-92d0-14696773b94a

[2026-02-16 16:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong banks lure wealthy clients with gold, mahjong sets, fireworks

Snippet: HSBC, Hang Seng Bank, Standard Chartered, Citibank and DBS offer the metal to select clients while it hovers near a record high

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/banking-finance/article/3343663/hong-kong-banks-lure-wealthy-clients-gold-mahjong-sets-fireworks-during-holiday

[2026-02-16 12:51 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong stocks rise to wrap up best lunar-year performance in eight years

Snippet: As market closes for Lunar New Year, benchmark hits 32 per cent gain since the Year of the Snake began in January 2025

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/china-business/article/3343666/hong-kong-stocks-slip-light-trading-investors-prepare-lunar-new-year-break

[2026-02-16 10:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: New think tank launched to bridge talent gap in Hong Kong studies

Snippet: Hong Kong Future Economy Institute’s director says focus on global topics at local universities has led to fewer people researching pressing local issues

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3343631/new-think-tank-launched-bridge-talent-gap-hong-kong-studies

[2026-02-16 06:54 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: ADB appoints Sona Shrestha as Director General for South Asia - DailyNews

Snippet: The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has appointed Sona Shrestha as Director General of its South Asia Department (SARD), where she will lead the development and implementation of ADB’s strategy and operations in Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/16/business/951721/adb-appoints-sona-shrestha-as-director-general-for-south-asia/

[2026-02-16 06:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Softlogic Life surpasses Rs. 40 Bn GWP in FY25 - DailyNews

Snippet: Softlogic Life delivered a strong financial performance for the year ended December 31, 2025, recording a Gross Written Premium (GWP) of Rs. 40.1 billion delivering a robust year-on-year growth of 27% whilst taking significant strides to expand and further develop its business portfolio with the addition of the Allianz Life Insurance Lanka business.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/16/business/951738/softlogic-life-surpasses-rs-40-bn-gwp-in-fy25/

[2026-02-16 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: UB Finance partners John Keells CG Auto to deliver financing solutions for BYD vehicles - DailyNews

Snippet: UB Finance PLC (UBF), a subsidiary of Union Bank of Colombo PLC entered into a strategic partnership with John Keells CG Auto Pvt Ltd (JKCG Auto) the authorised distributor for BYD New Energy Vehicles in Sri Lanka to offer exclusive and attractive financing solutions for customers purchasing BYD’s latest electric and hybrid vehicle range.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/16/business/951677/ub-finance-partners-john-keells-cg-auto-to-deliver-financing-solutions-for-byd-vehicles/

[2026-02-16 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Inflation projected to move towards 5% target by 2H-2026 - DailyNews

Snippet: Sri Lanka’s macroeconomic stability continued to strengthen in 2025, alongside notable progress in implementing critical structural and policy reforms. Although the year was marked by both severe domestic and global shocks, the economy demonstrated resilience, underscoring the effectiveness of decisive measures to strengthen policy buffers and the meaningful progress achieved in restoring stability and reinforcing economic fundamentals Central Bank of Sri Lanka Monetary Policy Report – February 2026 said.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/16/business/951772/inflation-projected-to-move-towards-5-target-by-2h-2026/

[2026-02-16 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: United Motors Group posts LKR 2.4 Bn PAT - DailyNews

Snippet: United Motors Group (UML) announced a robust financial performance for the first nine months of the financial year, ende December 31, 2025. Year-to-date Group Profit after Tax (PAT) for the financial year stood at Rs. 2.4 billion, an increase of 5,315% compared to the same period last year. At the company level, United Motors Lanka PLC profit increased to Rs.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/16/business/951759/united-motors-group-posts-lkr-2-4-bn-pat/

[2026-02-16 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Bangladesh PM-elect says economy faces serious challenges - DailyNews

Snippet: Tarique Rahman, in his first news conference as prime minister-elect, struck a tone of triumph and reconciliation, declaring that Bangladesh had “restored the true essence of freedom and rights”, after more than a decade and a half of “authoritarian rule”.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/16/world/951899/bangladesh-pm-elect-says-economy-faces-serious-challenges/

[2026-02-16 05:26 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Israel launches new West Bank land policy seen as a ‘mega land grab’

Snippet: West Bank land registration will force anyone who has a claim to land to prove ownership, a move decried by Palestinians

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/world/middle-east/article/3343652/israel-will-begin-contentious-west-bank-land-registration-new-step-deepen-control

[2026-02-16 01:16 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: Кличко: Независимость Украины - все еще открытый вопрос

Snippet: Существование Украины как независимого государства все еще остается открытым вопросом, считает мэр Киева Виталий Кличко. Такое мнение он высказал в интервью газете Financial Times (FT), опубликованном в воскресенье, 15 февраля.

Read full article: https://www.dw.com/ru/klicko-susestvovanie-nezavisimoj-ukrainy-vse-ese-otkrytyj-vopros/a-75981310

[2026-02-16 01:11 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Early flower blooms in warm weather add to sellers’ woes at festival fairs

Snippet: Temperatures aside, vendors say competition from rivals over border and poor economy have dampened consumer spending

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3343641/early-flower-blooms-warm-weather-add-sellers-woes-festival-fairs

[2026-02-15 20:27 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong visitor arrivals off to strong start in 2026, up 9.6% to 7.23 million

Snippet: Financial Secretary Paul Chan says 1.43 million mainland Chinese visitors expected during Lunar New Year holiday, up 6 per cent from last year

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3343627/hong-kong-visitor-arrivals-strong-start-2026-96-723-million

[2026-02-15 20:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China puts another big bank under stricter watch – why now?

Snippet: Beijing continues to impose stricter regulatory standards on major lenders, shielding the financial system from mounting strains

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3343580/china-expands-oversight-major-banks-amid-property-sector-risks

[2026-02-15 19:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: From fireworks to racing, how Hong Kong is celebrating the Year of the Horse

Snippet: Here is your guide to events beginning on February 17 ushering in the new year

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3343619/fireworks-racing-how-hong-kong-celebrating-year-horse

[2026-02-15 18:44 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Malaysia seeks to seize Saudi prince’s overseas assets worth US$115 million

Snippet: The 1MDB funds are held in several Swiss bank accounts belonging to Turki Abdullah Al Saud

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/southeast-asia/article/3343621/malaysia-seeks-seize-saudi-princes-overseas-assets-worth-us115-million

[2026-02-15 17:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 95]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Indonesians weigh peril and promise of Jakarta – the world’s most populous city

Snippet: Extreme heat, floods, pollution, congested traffic and a tough job market are some of the major challenges faced by the city’s residents

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3343360/indonesians-weigh-peril-and-promise-life-jakarta-world-most-populous-city

[2026-02-15 13:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s Spring Festival box office faces plot twist after 2025 smashed records

Snippet: Home-grown films lead the charge but fail to meet the phenomenal success of last year’s Ne Zha 2, which attracted record-breaking crowds

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3342186/chinas-box-office-presales-fall-over-60-last-year-crucial-lunar-new-year-window

[2026-02-15 12:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Opinion | How recent graduates entering the job market can outperform AI

Snippet: As automation erodes cognitive and interpersonal skills, those who embrace the struggle of enhancing offline reasoning will thrive

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/world-opinion/article/3343333/how-recent-graduates-entering-job-market-can-outperform-ai

[2026-02-15 10:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Editorial | Steady recovery in Hong Kong’s property market a vote of confidence

Snippet: Landmark deals in Central show foreign financial institutions see potential in the city’s and China’s economy

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/comment/article/3343443/steady-recovery-hong-kongs-property-market-vote-confidence

[2026-02-15 08:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Opinion | More than funding, the UN needs restructuring

Snippet: The UN’s financial strain is a chance to rethink its structure, cut inefficiencies and empower local work that delivers more impact

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/world-opinion/article/3343337/more-funding-un-needs-restructuring

[2026-02-14 23:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s gold rush: why families are doubling down on precious metals

Snippet: Gold is becoming more popular in China ahead of the Lunar New Year, with households viewing the asset as a safety net amid an uncertain economy

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3343554/chinas-gold-rush-why-families-are-doubling-down-precious-metals

[2026-02-14 19:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Macroscope | How robust domestic financial markets could ease era of AI uncertainty

Snippet: Attempts to develop financial centres must go beyond luring global capital and talent

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/asia-opinion/article/3343420/how-robust-domestic-financial-markets-could-ease-era-ai-uncertainty

[2026-02-14 19:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Japan out, Australia in? China’s tourists heading down under for Lunar New Year

Snippet: Bookings projected to surge on new flights, flexible itineraries and ease of payment

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3343560/great-barrier-reef-calling-chinese-tourists-make-australia-lunar-new-year-hotspot

[2026-02-14 17:56 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: Трамп может сделать послом в ФРГ куратора санкций против РФ

Snippet: Администрация Дональда Трампа рассматривает возможность назначения высокопоставленного сотрудника министерства финансов послом США в Германии, сообщила в субботу, 14 февраля, британская газета The Financial Times (FT) со ссылкой на трех американских чиновников, отметивших, что позиция в одной из ключевых столиц Европы пустует уже более года.

Read full article: https://www.dw.com/ru/tramp-mozet-naznacit-poslom-v-frg-kuratora-sankcij-protiv-rossii/a-75966590

[2026-02-14 16:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Savvy Hongkongers book 9-day Lunar New Year break for festive trips across Asia

Snippet: Immigration Department earlier forecast number of trips by residents and visitors alike would reach 11.38 million between February 14 and 23

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3343565/savvy-hongkongers-book-9-day-lunar-new-year-break-festive-trips-across-asia

[2026-02-14 15:18 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Businessman with Rs.1.2 Mn worth of smuggled antibiotics arrested - DailyNews

Snippet: Customs Narcotics Control Division officials at the Katunayake Airport arrivals terminal arrested a Sri Lankan passenger on February 13 for illegally smuggling a stock of antibiotic injections worth Rs. 1.2 million. The suspect is a 30-year-old businessman residing in Chilaw.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/14/breaking-news/951320/businessman-with-rs-1-2-mn-worth-of-smuggled-antibiotics-arrested/

[2026-02-14 14:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Letters | To protect children, professionals could also watch family dynamics

Snippet: Readers discuss how to better implement child protection, and the financial meaning of lai see

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/letters/article/3343403/protect-children-professionals-could-also-watch-family-dynamics

[2026-02-14 14:06 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: FT: Рубио отменил встречу по Украине с европейцами

Snippet: Госсекретарь США Марко Рубио в последнюю минуту отменил встречу с европейскими лидерами по вопросу войны России против Украины, сообщила в пятницу, 13 февраля, британская газета Financial Times со ссылкой на источники. По ее данным, Рубио должен был участвовать в переговорах представителей Германии, Франции, Польши, а также руководства Еврокомиссии в Мюнхене, где проходит международная конференция по безопасности.

Read full article: https://www.dw.com/ru/ft-gossekretar-ssa-rubio-otmenil-vstrecu-po-ukraine-s-evropejcami/a-75965780

[2026-02-14 06:49 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Ministry targets high speed broadband connectivity by 2029 - DailyNews

Snippet: Digital Economy Ministry officials said plans have been formulated to provide every person in the country with high speed broadband connectivity by 2029.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/14/local/951281/ministry-targets-high-speed-broadband-connectivity-by-2029/

[2026-02-14 03:57 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: US inflation cools more than expected, kindling hopes of Fed rate cut

Snippet: The consumer price index rose 2.4 per cent year-on-year, the lowest level since May, though affordability concerns still weigh on households

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/world/united-states-canada/article/3343541/us-inflation-cools-more-expected-kindling-hopes-fed-rate-cut

[2026-02-14 02:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: As Chinese provinces slash revenue outlook, analysts warn of debt control

Snippet: Local governments seen curbing infrastructure spending as Beijing’s fiscal discipline pushes regions to prioritise social services and tech over large projects

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3343499/chinese-provinces-slash-revenue-outlook-analysts-warn-debt-control