Topic: Tax & Budget — Neutral reports only
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[2026-02-08 19:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: China will struggle to keep growth above 4 per cent unless there is a ‘strong turnaround’ in productivity and consumer spending, economist warns
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[2026-02-08 13:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Beijing leverages big data and global info exchange to chase undeclared overseas wealth, with fiscal needs seen driving the push, forcing compliance across sectors
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[2026-02-08 12:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: The 2026-27 budget speech should explain how the city’s economic direction aligns with global and national trends, defining its place in the industries of the future
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[2026-02-07 19:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: The two leaders’ moves into economics despite their lack of knowledge threaten to further destabilise global finance and inflate debt levels
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[2026-02-07 01:06 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Deutsche Welle
Snippet: Um ato que chocou toda a Alemanha: a morte de um funcionário da estatal ferroviária alemã Deutsche Bahn após ser espancado por um passageiro que viajava sem bilhete válido. Ele recebeu vários socos após pedir que o suspeito desembarcasse na próxima parada, perdeu a consciência, precisou ser reanimado e morreu um dia depois no hospital, devido a uma hemorragia cerebral.
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[2026-02-06 21:10 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Asia Times
Snippet: Keep independent journalism alive
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[2026-02-06 14:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Readers discuss the urgency of maintaining entry-level jobs, treating agentic AI like it is the Monkey King, and public transport safety
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[2026-02-05 22:53 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Deutsche Welle
Snippet: O projeto de lei aprovado pela Câmara dos Deputados nesta terça-feira (03/02) que reajusta carreiras e salários de servidores federais deve consumir R$ 5,3 bilhões do regime fiscal federal deste ano, segundo o Ministério da Gestão e da Inovação (MGI).
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[2026-02-05 22:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: ByteDance’s notice to overseas staff reflects Beijing’s widening net over citizens’ foreign income
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[2026-02-05 17:12 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Withdrawals fell by 3.4 per cent from year before, marking third consecutive annual decline as emigration slows
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[2026-02-05 15:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: In a move designed to steady investor nerves, Baidu signalled a shift towards more predictable payouts as AI spending continues to rise
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[2026-02-05 06:40 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Tensions between the US and Iran have raised questions about a potential conflict. Iran’s leaders have warned that it was ready for war following U.S. President Donald Trump’s consideration of military action against Tehran for its violent crackdown on protesters. U.S. vs Iran Military Strength: The U.S. military vastly outmatches Iran in manpower, budget, airpower (aircraft, tankers), and Naval strength (carriers, destroyers).
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[2026-02-05 01:29 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Deutsche Welle
Snippet: Um fiscal de 36 anos foi morto após ser agredido por um passageiro em um trem regional expresso da Deutsche Bahn – a empresa ferroviária da Alemanha – que circulava próximo à cidade de Kaiserslautern, no estado da Renânia-Palatinado, oeste do país, na noite da última segunda-feira (02/02).
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[2026-02-05 00:53 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Deutsche Welle
Snippet: छात्रों के लिए डिजिटल ड्रॉइंग, इलस्ट्रेशन, स्टोरीटेलिंग और गेमिंग अब सिर्फ शौक नहीं रह जाएगा. केंद्रीय वित्त मंत्री निर्मला सीतारमण ने बजट 2026 पेश किया. इस दौरान उन्होंने ऑरेंज इकोनॉमी को भारत की उभरती आर्थिक शक्ति बताते हुए क्रिएटिव इंडस्ट्री को बढ़ावा देने पर जोर दिया है. सरकार का फोकस एनिमेशन, विजुअल इफेक्ट्स, गेमिंग और कॉमिक्स (एवीजीसी) क्षेत्र में रोजगार और आर्थिक अवसर पैदा करने पर है.
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[2026-02-05 00:47 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: After years at full throttle, China’s EV sector is slowing sharply, with sales sliding in January as tax breaks fade and costs rise
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[2026-02-05 00:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: J.League chairman believes switch will help clubs take advantage of European summer spending, demand ‘proper amount’ for their players.
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[2026-02-04 21:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: ProPublica
Snippet: New York state lawmakers have introduced legislation to boost spending on the state’s troubled guardianship system by $15 million a year — an unprecedented cash infusion for a bureaucracy that has long struggled to care for the tens of thousands of disabled or elderly New Yorkers who cannot care for themselves.
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[2026-02-04 19:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: The future of Chinese property looks to be smaller and more rational, with a market defined by real estate’s worth rather than volume
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[2026-02-04 12:52 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: ‘Broader VAT hikes on private services are unlikely in 2026 and would run counter to reflation efforts,’ Morgan Stanley says
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[2026-02-04 12:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: A booming Chinese stock market can expand household wealth, boost spending power and reinforce consumer sentiment
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[2026-02-04 07:02 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Hard negotiations loom as Democrats seek big changes to immigration operations following the shooting deaths of Alex Pretti and Nicole Good
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[2026-02-04 06:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: In rebuilding the country after cyclone Ditwah which caused an estimated US $ 4.1 billion in damages, the government has a hard time ahead. In financing the rebuilding tasks, it has to be mindful of the parameters of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) programme which has put a cap on spending and set macroeconomic targets.
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[2026-02-04 06:36 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Digital Economy Deputy Minister Eranga Weeraratne told Parliament yesterday that the Government has planned to install 150 new telecom towers in remote areas this year under the ‘Gamata Sannivedanaya’ (Communication to the Village) programme as a key component of the 2026 Budget.
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[2026-02-04 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Economic Development Deputy Minister Nishantha Jayaweera said the Government plans to lower tax rates to reduce the tax burden on the public by expanding the tax base. The Deputy Minister made these remarks while participating in a special field observation tour around Colombo.
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[2026-02-03 23:42 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Rigid inheritance laws blamed as 2,400 wealthy residents leave the country. Business group seeks reforms including tax payment via stocks
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[2026-02-03 19:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: With Beijing focusing on spending priorities, Asian investors and businesses must watch which provinces, sectors and state firms are favoured
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[2026-02-03 12:48 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Baidu, Kuaishou among internet stocks losing ground amid rumours regulators may adjust value-added taxes on the sector
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[2026-02-03 09:07 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: US president warns against a repeat of last year’s record 43-day stoppage, calling for immediate passage of spending bill
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[2026-02-03 07:17 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Asia Times
Snippet: Keep independent journalism alive
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[2026-02-03 00:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Beijing targets tax incentives in telecoms and other industries after seeing fiscal revenue drop sharply in late 2025
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[2026-02-02 22:06 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: The measures aim to boost production in key sectors such as biopharma and semiconductors, and increase support for smaller businesses
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[2026-02-02 19:52 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Kim is accused of running a one-man family company to inflate corporate expenses and potentially reduce tax liabilities
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[2026-02-02 18:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Shares in Hong Kong-listed BYD, Xpeng, Li Auto and Nio plummet as tepid January sales underline pessimistic forecasts for the year
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[2026-02-02 17:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: China’s top developers slumped in January, with weak demand and fading policy support raising fresh concerns over debt repayment capacity
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[2026-02-02 16:13 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The Government of India has stepped up its support for Sri Lanka, allocating INR 4 billion (around $43.6 million) in the 2026-27 fiscal year, an increase from INR 3 billion ($32.7 million) in the revised estimates for 2025-26, according to the Ministry of External Affairs.
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[2026-02-02 06:48 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: India’s Union Budget for the upcoming fiscal year has increased development aid allocations for Sri Lanka, allocating 4 billion INR an increase of 1 billion INR from last year, according to Indian media.
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[2026-02-01 21:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: A PLA Daily article links corrupt practices with damage to combat readiness – Xi Jinping’s top priority
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[2026-02-01 20:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Finance chief issues call ahead of expected budget speech on February 25, says local economy off to good start in 2026
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[2026-02-01 19:40 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Deutsche Welle
Snippet: भारतीय वित्त मंत्री निर्मला सीतारमण ने रविवार को 2026-2027 का केंद्रीय बजट पेश किया. इस बजट में देश के मैन्युफैक्चरिंग सेक्टर को लेकर कई नई घोषणाएं की गईं. सीतारमण ने वैश्विक संकटों के बीच मैन्युफैक्चरिंग सेक्टर को केंद्र में रखते हुए भारत की अर्थव्यवस्था को आगे बढ़ाने के प्रस्ताव रखे हैं.
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[2026-02-01 00:40 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Deutsche Welle
Snippet: भारत का अमीर वर्ग अब महंगे पानी पर पैसा बहा रहा है. भारत में कुछ लग्जरी फूड स्टोर अब इटली और फ्रांस से महंगे पानी मंगाकर उनका स्वाद चखने के लिए बड़े आयोजन कर रहे हैं. हालांकि, ऐसे आयोजन फिलहाल भारत के अमीर वर्ग से आने वाले लोगों तक ही सीमित हैं.
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[2026-01-31 19:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Economic confidence among high-net-worth individuals has declined for fourth year in a row to lowest level since 2012, Hurun report shows
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[2026-01-31 19:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: A lower house election victory would give flight to Prime Minister Takaichi’s fiscal expansionism – and introduce upheaval far beyond Japan
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[2026-01-31 09:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: House approval still needed, with a funding lapse expected before lawmakers move to pass the spending package early next week
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[2026-01-31 09:46 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: The fund posted a record gain last year, boosting the Hong Kong government’s fiscal health, but global headwinds must be heeded
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[2026-01-31 01:24 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Proposal was part of city government’s efforts to deal with HK$87.2 billion budget deficit
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[2026-01-30 19:16 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Citing reputational harm and breached laws, the suit could leave US taxpayers on the hook for a massive federal payout
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[2026-01-30 10:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Passage delayed as Senate leaders work to win enough support for spending package before late Friday deadline
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[2026-01-30 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Sri Lanka has entered into a bilateral agreement with CREDENDO, the Export Credit Agency of Belgium, as part of its ongoing external debt restructuring process, marking a significant milestone in the Government’s efforts to restore debt sustainability and revive the national economy.
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[2026-01-30 03:24 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Debt-laden Hong Kong developer confirms in exchange filing that parent Chow Tai Fook Enterprises has been approached by investors
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[2026-01-29 22:13 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Concerns over fiscal policy and transparency sparked a sell-off, as Indonesian stocks plunged 8 per cent in just two days
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