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South Korea opens APEC summit focusing on connectivity and growth
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung chaired the opening session of the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Leaders’ Meeting on the morning of October 31 in Gyeongju, North Gyeongsang Province.
Global leaders gather in Gyeongju to shape APEC cooperation
Global leaders are arriving in Gyeongju, the cultural hub of North Gyeongsang Province, as South Korea hosts the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation summit. Delegates from 21 member economies are expected to discuss trade, technology and security.
The Arctic and Antarctica record "off the charts" heat as polar warming accelerates
Parts of both the Arctic and Antarctic have experienced historically high temperatures in recent weeks, with weather stations in East Antarctica recording record-breaking warmth for the month of October, alarming climate scientists.
US grants 0% tariffs to Malaysia alongside Cambodia and Thailand
US President Donald Trump has approved a 0% tariff scheme for selected goods from Malaysia, Cambodia, and Thailand, a move formalised during the ASEAN Summit in Kuala Lumpur.
Cambodia and Thailand agree peace deal
Thailand and Cambodia have agreed a peace deal to mark the end of a conflict earlier in the year as Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet and Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul attended a signing ceremony overseen by US President Donald Trump.
Asian economies weigh their options amid fears of over-reliance on Chinese rare-earths
Just how control over these critical minerals plays out will be a long fought battle lasting decades, and one that will increasingly define Asia’s industrial future.
Queen Sirikit of Thailand dies
The death of Queen Sirikit of Thailand has marked the end of an era for the Thai monarchy. According to an official statement from the Bureau of the Royal Household of Thailand, Her Majesty died at 9.21 pm on October 24.
IMF: Global economic outlook shows modest change amid policy shifts and complex forces
Dialing down uncertainty, reducing vulnerabilities, and investing in innovation can help deliver durable economic gains.
The Asian nations backing the Russian war effort – from India to Taiwan, China to Indonesia
While many Asian nations have quietly distanced themselves from Moscow in a bid to fall into line with US or European allies, several continue to engage with Russia, providing varying degrees of support that help sustain its military campaign.
Trump’s attendance at ASEAN Summit hinges on Cambodia–Thailand peace deal
US President Donald Trump will only attend the upcoming ASEAN Summit in Malaysia later this month if he is allowed to preside over a symbolic peace deal signing between Cambodia and Thailand,
Malaysia’s fuel recalibration: balancing fiscal discipline and public relief
In late September 2025, the Malaysian government unveiled a recalibrated approach to its long-running petrol subsidy, lowering the price of RON95 for citizens to $0.47 per litre.
Thailand’s monetary easing cycle set to stretch into 2026
According to projections from the Bank of Thailand, as the central bank grapples with faltering growth, external headwinds and limited inflationary pressure, the nation’s policy of monetary easing is likely to continue past the new year into 2026.
COMMENT: Thailand’s baht appreciation a symptom of underlying malaise
Economic fundamentals in Thailand hardly justify a stronger currency. Growth has been tepid, inflation low, and interest rates insufficiently active to pull in speculative capital both at home and from overseas.
Argentina’s meltdown, Asia’s dilemma
Argentina has been here before - the country having endured multiple financial meltdowns over the last half-century - each one leaving scars on its once vibrant society and economy.
Extreme poverty falling steadily – OWID
To track progress towards ending extreme poverty, the United Nations relies on World Bank estimates of the number of people living below a poverty threshold called the “International Poverty Line” (IPL), Our World in Data (OWID) reports.
Bangkok’s once-untouchable powerbroker finds himself back behind bars
The ruling stems from a long-running controversy over whether the former prime minister ever properly served out a corruption sentence imposed when he returned from self-imposed exile in 2023.
Anutin Chanvirakul named Thailand’s new PM following coalition victory
Anutin Chanvirakul, leader of the Bhumjaithai Party, has been appointed as the new Prime Minister of Thailand after successfully forming a coalition government with support from the People’s Party.
After meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping, Cambodian PM meets UN Secretary-General to discuss Thai border tensions
On the border situation, Guterres assured the Cambodian leader that he has been closely monitoring developments. He welcomed the recent ceasefire between Cambodian and Thai forces, describing it as an important step towards de-escalation.
People’s Party holds balance of power in Thailand’s search for new Prime Minister
Bhumjaithai Party chief Anutin Charnvirakul, 58, quickly positioned himself as a contender, declaring readiness to become Thailand’s 32nd Prime Minister.
A look at the Indian industries hardest hit by US tariffs
India has emerged as one of the hardest hit nations under fresh tariff measures imposed by the United States, with Indian exports to its largest single market now facing duties of up to 50%.