Philippines
Malaysia's ringgit under pressure as Fed outlook, Middle East diplomacy unsettle markets
This local depreciation is not an isolated event, as the Malaysian currency has traded lower against a comprehensive basket of major global and regional peers.
Asia welcomes Iran-US breakthrough, but caution remains
The tentative peace agreement between the United States and Iran has been greeted with a mixture of relief and caution across much of East and Southeast Asia, a region that has borne more than its fair share of the economic fallout of late.
BSP rate rise expected as economists in Philippines differ on magnitude
Most economists surveyed expect the BSP to extend its tightening cycle to contain inflationary pressures. Four forecast a 50-basis-point increase, while five expect a smaller 25-basis-point move.
Acwa Power Philippines advances 500-MW PV project
Under the lease, Acwa Power Philippines will develop an integrated solar and battery storage facility with an eventual capacity of up to 500MW.
Philippines quake leaves at least 15 dead and 129 injured
Several countries across the region, including the Philippines, Indonesia and Japan, issued tsunami warnings following the quake, although most have since been lifted.
M7.8 Philippines earthquake triggers tsunami warning across Asia
The tremor struck at 7:37 am at a depth of 33 km, with its epicentre located 32 km south of Maasim.