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Washington has allowed a key national emergency declaration over Hong Kong to lapse, lifting duplicative sanctions while maintaining the underlying order that strips the city’s preferential trade status.

The sudden vacancy created by Senator Lindsey Graham's passing triggers a high-stakes special primary in South Carolina, testing the Republican Party's foreign policy consensus and the thin Senate majority.

As macroeconomic headwinds dampen appetite for traditional high-end logos, China’s younger generation is increasingly pivoting toward a multi-billion-yuan economy rooted in metaphysical comfort and emotional utility.

As Chinese tech giants slash large language model costs by up to 99 percent, global enterprises are abandoning premium-only strategies in favor of a high-efficiency hybrid architecture.

Exiled businessman Miles Guo has been sentenced to 30 years in prison for orchestrating a $1 billion affinity fraud that weaponized the political anxieties of the Chinese diaspora to fund a life of opulence. The case, finalized by a federal judge in Manhattan, underscores urgent vulnerabilities in global financial regulations regarding the exploitation of political narratives.

Beyond the immediate humanitarian crisis, the dual earthquakes in Venezuela highlight the systemic vulnerability of global energy supply chains and the sensitivity of oil-dependent APAC economies.

Artificial intelligence is fueling a massive data center boom across Asia-Pacific. But behind the billions of dollars flowing into AI infrastructure lies a growing challenge that many investors are only beginning to understand: electricity.

Artificial intelligence is driving an unprecedented wave of data center investment across Asia-Pacific. As governments and technology companies race to build the infrastructure powering AI, a new competition is emerging between countries seeking to become the region's next digital hub.

Struggling with personal loans and overdue debt? Learn practical strategies used by borrowers across Asia to regain control of their finances.

Overdue debt can feel overwhelming, especially when collection calls start arriving and bills continue piling up. Yet financial experts say many people successfully recover from severe debt situations every year. The key is having a realistic plan, generating cash quickly, and avoiding the mistakes that make debt problems worse.

Investors entered 2026 expecting interest rate cuts across Asia. Instead, several central banks are maintaining a cautious stance as inflation risks linked to energy prices, currency volatility, and geopolitical uncertainty continue to challenge policymakers across the region.

Indonesia entered the electric vehicle race with one major advantage: the world's largest nickel reserves. But as Thailand, Malaysia, and Vietnam accelerate their own EV ambitions, the question is no longer whether Indonesia can attract investment—but whether it can become ASEAN's undisputed EV leader.

Asia-Pacific's debt challenge is no longer just about how much governments owe—it's about how they negotiate repayment while continuing to invest in climate resilience. Here's why experts believe smarter restructuring, not endless borrowing, could become the region's most valuable financial strategy.

Global financial markets are entering July 2026 with a rare combination of opportunity and uncertainty. From easing geopolitical tensions to shifting central bank expectations and volatile energy prices, investors and businesses across the Asia-Pacific region may soon face one of the year's most important turning points.

Japanese rider Ai Ogura topped Friday's MotoGP Czech Grand Prix Practice session at Brno, highlighting not only his personal progress with Aprilia but also the growing influence of Asian talent in the premier class of motorcycle racing.

Cambodia's latest Supreme Court ruling involving opposition figure Rong Chhun is renewing discussion about political stability, institutional governance, and investor confidence as Southeast Asia competes for long-term foreign investment.

Indonesia expands its Free Meal Probe as authorities strengthen oversight of a major public spending program. Learn why the case matters for APAC investors.

A sharp decline in junior developer recruitment across Southeast Asian tech hubs highlights a profound structural shift, as enterprises pivot from low-cost coding labor to high-value AI system orchestration.

England's 4-2 victory over Croatia was about more than Harry Kane's two goals. The Three Lions showcased a faster, more dynamic attacking style that could make them one of the strongest contenders at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Volatile oil and natural gas markets are creating fresh economic challenges across the Asia-Pacific region, with governments and businesses closely monitoring inflation, energy security, and supply chain risks.

A structural shift in government funding, foreign technical expertise, and long-term sports science is transforming Southeast Asian athletes from regional competitors into genuine Olympic contenders.