[2026-01-23 13:40 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: [In This Economy] Travel tax: Time to go

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[2026-01-23 13:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: [Ask The Tax Whiz] What taxpayers need to know about deductible expenses

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[2026-01-23 08:44 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ProPublica

Title: How “Bitcoin Jesus” Avoided Prison, Thanks to One of the “Friends of Trump”

Snippet: These highlights were written by the reporters and editors who worked on this story.

Read full article: https://www.propublica.org/article/bitcoin-jesus-roger-ver-tax-evasion-friends-of-trump

[2026-01-23 06:44 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: LB Finance PAT up 24% to Rs. 8.9 bn - DailyNews

Snippet: LB Finance PLC reported a strong financial performance for the nine months ended December 31, 2025, recording a 24% year on year increase in Profit After Tax (PAT) to Rs. 8.93 billion, underpinned by sustained income growth and a sound financial position.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/23/business/938539/lb-finance-pat-up-24-to-rs-8-9-bn/

[2026-01-23 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: NCE to host policy forum on Economic Resilience - DailyNews

Snippet: The National Chamber of Exporters of Sri Lanka (NCE) will convene its flagship policy forum titled ‘Convening Leaders for Economic Resilience’ on January 28, from 4.00 p.m. onwards at the Cinnamon Grand Hotel, Colombo, bringing together key policymakers, industry leaders and experts to discuss the implications of the National Budget 2026.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/23/business/938329/nce-to-host-policy-forum-on-economic-resilience/

[2026-01-22 05:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: Why is Slovakia the EU's 'central hub' for VAT fraud?

Snippet: The head of the European Public Prosecutor's Office (EPPO) delivered a stark message during a visit to Slovakia late last year.

Read full article: https://www.dw.com/en/european-union-slovakia-tax-crime-tax-evasion-laura-codruta-kovesi-eppo-jan-kuciak/a-75577538

[2026-01-21 23:11 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Passenger numbers for Hong Kong’s Cathay go sky high with 27% increase

Snippet: Cathay Pacific Airways and budget arm HK Express carried more than 36 million passengers in 2025 on the back of tourist growth

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/transport/article/3340725/passenger-numbers-hong-kongs-cathay-go-sky-high-27-increase

[2026-01-21 23:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China widens trade gap with Africa to record US$102 billion amid US pressure

Snippet: Data points to growing African trade deficit as Trump imposes tariffs, and African demand for manufactured goods and commodity price spikes

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3340674/chinese-goods-pour-africa-widening-trade-gap-record-us102-billion-amid-us-pressure

[2026-01-21 21:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China mum makes daughter walk on knees during cold night, berates worried passers-by

Snippet: Mother blames stress of debt incurred to give girl a ‘better’ education for punishment; netizens say she should ‘see a psychiatrist’

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/people-culture/trending-china/article/3339995/china-mum-makes-daughter-crawl-knees-during-cold-night-berates-passers-when-intervened

[2026-01-21 19:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China fines e-commerce firm PDD for tax violations amid probe

Snippet: Operator of leading online retail platform was cited for failure to comply with Shanghai’s tax requirements

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3340679/china-fines-e-commerce-firm-pdd-tax-violations-amid-probe

[2026-01-21 18:20 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Enhanced pension scheme introduced for Fishermen - DailyNews

Snippet: A new pension scheme offering higher and more flexible benefits has been introduced to strengthen the social security of fishermen. Implemented under the Fishermen’s Pension and Social Security Scheme Act No. 23 of 1990, the revised scheme has been updated to better suit current economic conditions.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/21/local/937507/enhanced-pension-scheme-introduced-for-fishermen/

[2026-01-21 18:11 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Japan bond volatility raises contagion alarm for Asia’s stocks and debt

Snippet: Japan’s yield spike is testing safe-haven assumptions, with markets debating whether the movement is local or systemic

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/commodities/article/3340667/japan-bond-volatility-raises-contagion-alarm-asias-stocks-and-debt

[2026-01-21 14:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Letters | Will the coming Hong Kong budget be on ordinary people’s wavelength?

Snippet: Readers discuss the concerns of Hongkongers ahead of the budget, animal adoption, and seat belt rules

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/letters/article/3340502/will-coming-hong-kong-budget-be-ordinary-peoples-wavelength

[2026-01-21 06:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Import tax a measure to control foreign exchange outflow - Deputy Minister - DailyNews

Snippet: The Government has imposed a 3% tax on vehicle importers to control the outflow of foreign exchange from the country, Economic Development Deputy Minister Nishantha Jayaweera informed Parliament yesterday (20).

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/21/local/937340/import-tax-a-measure-to-control-foreign-exchange-outflow-deputy-minister/

[2026-01-21 04:27 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: Nigeria's new tax regime draws varied public response

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[2026-01-21 02:36 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Bernardo explains how budget sponsors decide who implements public works

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[2026-01-21 02:36 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Senators flag DPWH’s ‘contractor-friendly’ budget preparation process

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[2026-01-20 22:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China targets hi-tech industries, household spending in 2026 with policy package

Snippet: Beijing announces support for small businesses and the tech sector, after 2025 economic data shows heavy reliance on exports

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3340573/china-targets-hi-tech-industries-domestic-demand-2026-new-policy-package

[2026-01-20 21:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: ‘Mad to boost birth rate’: China lets retirees claim prenatal exam costs, sparks mockery

Snippet: Following move to tax condoms, contraceptives, online observers deride Beijing move as desperate attempt to boost birth rates

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/people-culture/trending-china/article/3339864/mad-boost-birth-rate-china-allows-retirees-claim-prenatal-exam-costs-sparks-mockery

[2026-01-20 20:03 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Pension provisions to be amended for public officers recruited after January 2016 - DailyNews

Snippet: The Cabinet of Ministers has approved amendments to the pension-related provisions included in the appointment letters of public officers recruited after 1 January 2016, Cabinet Spokesman Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa said.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/20/local/936838/pension-provisions-to-be-amended-for-public-officers-recruited-after-january-2016/

[2026-01-20 12:44 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: 2 Chinese workers in Malaysia face US$392,000 tax bills after employer fraud

Snippet: The victims’ employer allegedly inflated their salaries to reduce the company’s tax liability, sparking calls for action

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/southeast-asia/article/3340486/2-chinese-nationals-malaysia-face-us392000-tax-bills-after-employer-fraud

[2026-01-20 12:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Taiwanese military’s closed-door meeting draws ‘black box’ criticism

Snippet: Taiwan’s defence minister delivers classified briefing on record US$39.5 billion budget in a bid to break opposition blockade

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/military/article/3340451/taiwanese-militarys-closed-door-meeting-draws-black-box-criticism

[2026-01-20 06:48 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: NGJA revises tax method for rough gem imports to ease industry burden - DailyNews

Snippet: The National Gem and Jewellery Authority (NGJA) has announced a revised taxation methodology for the importation of rough gemstones, a move aimed at easing financial pressure on industry stakeholders and supporting Sri Lanka’s ambition of reaching US$1 billion in annual gem and jewellery export earnings.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/20/business/936403/ngja-revises-tax-method-for-rough-gem-imports-to-ease-industry-burden/

[2026-01-20 06:38 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Why Sri Lanka must sustain 7% growth - DailyNews

Snippet: Since gaining independence, Sri Lanka has faced one of the most challenging economic crises. Things are beginning to look up for Sri Lanka, as macroeconomic stability, along with confidence, is beginning to return. However, recovery is the only challenge, and there is a lack of clear growth opportunities. Stagnation will lead to growth imbalances, such as high debt, underemployment, and chronic social issues can plague the economy.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/20/general-opinion/936511/why-sri-lanka-must-sustain-7-growth/

[2026-01-19 22:24 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China Taiping expects higher profit but Tai Po fire could weigh in 2026

Snippet: State-owned insurer expects 215 to 225 per cent jump in 2025 net profit due to a gain in investment income, one-off tax impact

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/banking-finance/article/3340449/china-taiping-expects-higher-profit-tai-po-fire-could-weigh-2026

[2026-01-19 21:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: President reviews 2026 plans for advancing Sri Lanka’s digital economy - DailyNews

Snippet: A high-level discussion to assess the progress of digital projects implemented in 2025 and to examine new initiatives planned under the 2026 budget took place this morning (19) at the Presidential Secretariat, under the patronage of the Minister of Digital Economy, President Anura Kumara Dissanayake.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/19/local/936231/president-reviews-2026-plans-for-advancing-sri-lankas-digital-economy/

[2026-01-19 19:25 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: [Rear View] A budget free of pork and 'epal'? Get real.

Snippet: This is AI generated summarization, which may have errors. For context, always refer to the full article.

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/voices/thought-leaders/rear-view-2026-budget-credit-grabbing-politicians/

[2026-01-19 16:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Financial Times

Title: Stimulus from defence spending could prove elusive

Snippet: PublishedJanuary 19 2026

Read full article: https://www.ft.com/content/3da4352d-1e5e-401d-a6a2-ff909ff5fc96

[2026-01-19 06:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Rs. 4,853 Bn tax revenue target set for 2026 - DailyNews

Snippet: Economic Development Deputy Minister Nishantha Jayaweera stated that the Government has set a tax revenue target of Rs.4,853 billion for this year (2026) for the three main revenue-collecting institutions.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/19/breaking-news/935951/rs-4853-bn-tax-revenue-target-set-for-2026/

[2026-01-17 21:06 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Asia Times

Title: China's condom tax no way to pump up low birth rates - Asia Times

Snippet: Keep independent journalism alive

Read full article: https://asiatimes.com/2026/01/chinas-condom-tax-no-way-to-pump-up-low-birth-rates/

[2026-01-17 02:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: World View with Marites Vitug: Fixing the PH budget process

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[2026-01-16 19:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong’s finance chief warns of market volatility, pledges support for families

Snippet: Amid market swings, Financial Secretary Paul Chan urges fiscal prudence and vows to review child tax breaks to tackle record-low birth rate

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/education/article/3340151/hong-kongs-finance-chief-warns-market-volatility-pledges-support-families

[2026-01-16 11:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 95]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Can new tricks save Hong Kong’s restaurants from ‘irreversible’ Shenzhen trend?

Snippet: Business models are being overhauled as food and drink sector tackles ‘irreversible’ trend of Hongkongers spending their money elsewhere

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3340068/whats-cooking-hong-kong-restaurants-thinking-outside-box-bid-survive

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

Source: Rappler

Title: [Ask the Tax Whiz] Are you covered by BIR's new e-invoicing regulation?

Snippet: This is AI generated summarization, which may have errors. For context, always refer to the full article.

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/business/ask-the-tax-whiz-things-to-know-bir-e-invoicing-regulation/

[2026-01-16 07:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Rubber stamp fiasco ends career - DailyNews

Snippet: In the case of M.D.S.A. Perera vs Dharmasena Dissanayake (SC FR/APPLICATION NO 62/2020-2023) the Supreme Court examined an alleged violation of Fundamental Rights under Article 12(1) (Equality) concerning the disciplinary process of a Grade I Accountant. The Petitioner, nearing his 60th birthday, was subjected to two distinct charge sheets that ultimately forced his retirement under Section 12 of the Minutes on Pension, a provision used when disciplinary proceedings are pending at the time of retirement.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/16/general-opinion/934565/rubber-stamp-fiasco-ends-career/

[2026-01-16 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Beedi Company in Warakapola fined Rs.150 million on tax evation - DailyNews

Snippet: On the instructions of the Commissioner General of Excise of the Sri Lanka Excise Department, M.B.N.A. Pemaratne, Deputy Commissioner of Excise (Law Enforcement) Tissa Rajapaksa and the Excise Superintendent (Islandwide Excise Special Operations Unit) G. Hemantha, and under the direction of the OIC of the Islandwide Excise Special Operations Unit, Chief Excise Inspector Neil Ekanayake, based on information received from Excise Inspector Thushara Weeraman, a raid was carried out at a registered beedi company in Mahena, Warakapola on January 09.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/16/local/934763/beedi-company-in-warakapola-fined-rs-150-million-on-tax-evation/

[2026-01-16 02:13 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: Slovacia: ”Taxă pe zahăr” împotriva deficitului bugetar

Snippet: Supraponderalitatea și obezitatea sunt probleme majore de sănătate în Slovacia. În cazul noii taxe pe alimentele nesănătoase, însă, premierul Robert Fico urmărește mai degrabă acoperirea găurilor din bugetul de stat.

Read full article: https://www.dw.com/ro/slovacia-tax%C4%83-pe-zah%C4%83r-%C3%AEmpotriva-deficitului-bugetar/a-75495193

[2026-01-16 02:13 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: Will Berlin face budget cuts over rising social costs?

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[2026-01-15 23:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China targets wealthy influencers with audits, fines as fiscal pressures rise

Snippet: Big data is used to flag income gaps for top online stars and overseas earners, as regulators recover billions in unpaid levies amid slumping land sales and value-added tax revenue decline

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3340007/china-targets-wealthy-influencers-audits-fines-fiscal-pressures-rise

[2026-01-15 17:21 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Malaysia’s super-rich get cold feet as Langkawi luxury car tax perks vanish

Snippet: Supercar dealers report cancellations as the tax exemption removal threatens the local economy, tourism and jobs

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/southeast-asia/article/3339981/malaysias-super-rich-get-cold-feet-langkawi-luxury-car-tax-perks-vanish

[2026-01-15 12:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Opinion | Without pension reform, China is leaving its rural elderly out in the cold

Snippet: What looks like a side-effect of ‘coal-to-gas’ heating programmes is really a structural issue: rural pensions are not enough to live on

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/china-opinion/article/3339618/without-pension-reform-china-leaving-its-rural-elderly-out-cold

[2026-01-15 03:55 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: Trump-Regierung lässt Streit mit Fed-Chef Powell eskalieren

Snippet: Die US-Notenbank Fed hat nach den Worten ihres Chefs Jerome Powell eine Vorladung vom Justizministerium der Vereinigten Staaten erhalten. In einer über das Videoportal Youtube verbreiteten Stellungnahme erläutert Powell, dass die Vorladung seine Anhörung vor dem US-Senat im vergangenen Juni betrifft. Dabei wurde Powell zu der umfassenden Sanierung des Fed-Zentralbankgebäudes in der US-Hauptstadt Washington befragt.

Read full article: https://www.dw.com/de/usa-notenbank-fed-anklage-vorladung-jerome-powell-donald-trump-justizministerium/a-75475377

[2026-01-15 01:44 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: Uganda's debt crisis deepens ahead of elections

Snippet: Uganda's government recently approved a loan of 9 trillion Ugandan shillings ($2.5 billion, €2.1 billion), which has fueled concern over the country's spiraling finances and high dept-to-GDP ratio.

Read full article: https://www.dw.com/en/ugandas-debt-crisis-deepens-ahead-of-elections/a-75399953

[2026-01-15 01:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Why mortgage subsidies could be key to getting China’s consumers spending

Snippet: Beijing is striving to boost household spending amid an economic slowdown. But first it needs to stabilise the housing market, scholars say

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3339874/why-mortgage-subsidies-could-be-key-getting-chinas-consumers-spending

[2026-01-15 00:42 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Govt to expedite establishment of Salaries and Pensions Commission - DailyNews

Snippet: The Minister of Public Administration, Provincial Councils and Local Government, Professor Chandana Abayaratne, has confirmed that the establishment of the Salaries and Pensions Commission, proposed in this year’s budget, will be expedited. The move reflects the government’s priority to manage public salary and pension policies in a sustainable manner.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/14/local/933869/govt-to-expedite-establishment-of-salaries-and-pensions-commission/

[2026-01-14 20:57 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 95]

Source: The Jerusalem Post

Title: Alshareef: Israel, Jews, should help Iranians seek liberty to ‘repay debt to Cyrus’

Snippet: UAE-based peace activist Loay Alshareef on Tuesday urged Israel and the Jewish people to support the Iranian public’s struggle for freedom, invoking what he described as a historical “debt” to Cyrus the Great.

Read full article: https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/abraham-accords/article-883448

[2026-01-14 19:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Opinion | China’s new property pivot is coming. Expect full stabilisation ahead

Snippet: As property curbs to boost spending hit practical limits, a push to stabilise assets is now being seen as a prerequisite for consumer confidence

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/china-opinion/article/3339640/china-set-double-down-property-market-stability

[2026-01-14 19:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: ‘Structurally hurt’: why are Chinese tourists spending less abroad than before?

Snippet: China’s outbound travel sector has bounced back from the pandemic, but the era of duty-free shopping sprees appears to be over

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3339833/why-are-chinese-tourists-spending-less-overseas

[2026-01-14 17:08 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: FACT CHECK: Marcoleta did not resign following ‘no’ vote in 2026 budget

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[2026-01-14 17:07 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Kuaishou taps global debt market with first US dollar, yuan bonds

Snippet: Kuaishou is China’s second-largest short-form video platform and the third-largest mobile app in the country by total user time spent

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/companies/article/3339826/chinese-short-video-giant-kuaishou-taps-global-debt-market-us-dollar-yuan-bonds