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Asia rice surges 20% in May as war and weather threaten output

Asian rice prices experienced their largest monthly surge in nearly two decades in May, driven by weather risks and escalating energy and fertilizer costs. Farmers in import-reliant Asia are facing high input expenses, with some delaying or skipping planting.

The Economic Times

VINEXPO ASIA 2026 IN HONG KONG REAFFIRMS INTERNATIONAL CONFIDENCE IN ASIAN MARKETS

HONG KONG, June 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Held from 26 to 28 May, the 2026 edition of Vinexpo Asia consolidated Hong Kong's position as a major platform for wine and spirits trade in the Asia-Pacific region. Bringing together 14,273 trade professionals from 76 markets, compared with 59 in 2024, and…

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Global Market Today: Asian stocks edge up, Yen nears 160 per dollar

Asian stocks followed Wall Street higher, driven by renewed enthusiasm for AI-linked equities, pushing the S&P 500 to a ninth consecutive gain. The yen neared the 160-per-dollar level as traders awaited clues on Bank of Japan interest rate policy. Meanwhile, Brent crude rose amid reports of US forces intercepting Iranian…

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War shifts 80% of India's diesel exports to Africa

India's diesel exports saw a significant shift in May. Africa became the primary destination, absorbing over 80% of shipments. This change happened as demand from Asia and Europe weakened. Geopolitical tensions also reshaped global diesel trade flows. Higher refinery operations in Asia reduced import needs. Europe received no diesel, while…

The Economic Times

First contact: Uzbekistan's rise to the global stage

Uzbekistan will make its World Cup debut at the 2026 tournament in the United States, Mexico and Canada. In the second instalment of a four-part series, RFI looks at the journey of the first team from central Asia to qualify for the competition in its 96-year history.

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DAMAC Digital reaches 6,000MW planned IT capacity landbank across North America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East

CANNES, France and DUBAI, UAE, June 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- DAMAC Digital, a global digital infrastructure provider owned by DAMAC Group, has announced that its planned IT capacity landbank has reached 6,000MW across 13 countries and a planned portfolio of 35+ sites. The company is on a trajectory of global…

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How medicine forgot women and why Asia cannot afford to make the same mistake

Women’s health has long been treated as a specialised category - its own clinics, its own awareness months, its own funding silo. That framing is problematic because women’s health is a missing layer of healthcare infrastructure, not a niche. Until it is designed into the foundations of how we build,…

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Asian shares mostly slip as latest fighting undermines the US-Iran ceasefire

Asian shares are mostly lower as renewed fighting threatens the U.S.-Iran ceasefire

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The Iran war is pushing the global gas trade into the shadows

As the Strait of Hormuz remains under Iranian control amid the ongoing West Asia conflict, Qatar has quietly resumed some LNG exports by adopting tactics more commonly associated with the oil industry's “shadow fleet.” LNG carriers are increasingly switching off transponders, travelling in pairs, and making “dark transits” through the…

The Economic Times

Why Asia's oil lifeline can't survive on US crude alone

Asian nations are receiving more crude oil from the United States. However, these increased shipments cannot fully replace oil lost due to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. This situation is creating supply challenges for refineries. Experts believe prices for refined fuels may rise. Less developed countries in Asia…

The Economic Times

From Almaty to the skies: Kazakhstan tests Central Asia's first air taxi

Central Asia's first air taxi test flight has taken place in Kazakhstan, as authorities and private partners work to develop a new urban air mobility network. Commercial trial operations are expected by early 2029, subject to certification and regulatory approval.

Euronews

Asian shares mostly slip as latest fighting undermines the US-Iran ceasefire.

Asian shares are mostly lower as renewed fighting threatens the U.S.-Iran ceasefire

AAP

Stocks bounce as AI optimism offsets Mideast anxiety

AI optimism and strong tech forecasts have driven a global stock rally, while oil has slipped on new hopes of a US-Iran deal after comments by Donald Trump.

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Why Amy Lee, the niece of Singapore’s first prime minister, helped launch a crypto-friendly bank

Singapore Gulf Bank comes from a partnership between the Whampoa Group and Mumtalakat, Bahrain’s sovereign wealth fund.

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The 6th BEYOND Expo Wows Visitors with Showcase Asia's Tech AI: Digital to Physical becomes Reality in Macao

MACAO, June 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The 6th BEYOND Expo concluded its 'AI: Digital to Physical' technology showcase of new products, innovative tech, thought leadership and candid industry debate setting the direction for the future. From humanoids for industry, retail and the home, to aviation, education, food, healthcare, marine, sport,…

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Admire The International Fireworks Festival From Southeast Asia's First Nobu Residences

DA NANG, Vietnam, June 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The allure of the Danang International Fireworks Festival (DIFF) once again affirms the city's status as a global destination. In this vibrant context, the debut of Southeast Asia's first Nobu Residences not only elevates the urban landscape but also grants its prestigious…

Euronews

Kyrgyzstan calls for more Asian, African and Latin American seats on UN Security Council

As he announced his country's candidacy for a non-permanent seat on the UN Security Council, Kyrgyzstan's Foreign Minister Jeenbek Kulubaev called for its reform to include greater representation from Asia, Africa and South America.

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Higher airfares and fewer visitors: How the Iran conflict is hitting Southeast Asia tourism

Tourism across Southeast Asia was finally recovering from the pandemic. Now, soaring fuel prices, flight disruptions, and growing economic uncertainty linked to the Iran conflict are threatening to slow demand just as the region enters its crucial summer travel season.

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Heatwave could fuel invasion of Asian hornets in the UK

In 2025 there were 544 Asian hornet sightings with 161 nests confirmed – more than double the number reported the previous year

Bangkok Post

A multicultural dialogue of fashion

Thailand Fashion Week is back - and Bangkok is making its case as one of fashion's most exciting emerging hubs in Asia.

The Economic Times

An LNG glut is on its way

The closure of the Strait of Hormuz and the shutdown of Qatar’s LNG exports have pushed gas prices higher, but the disruption could ultimately lead to a prolonged global LNG glut, according to the analysis. The crisis has exposed the risks of relying on LNG supplies passing through Hormuz, prompting…

The Economic Times

Asia's factory output expands as firms stockpile buffers over Iran war risks

Asian factories saw steady growth in May. Companies built up stocks to counter potential supply disruptions from the Middle East conflict. China's manufacturing expanded for the sixth month, while South Korea's activity reached a five-year high. Japan also reported expansion despite rising input costs. This regional push highlights efforts to…

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ASSOE 2026 Connects Global Buyers with Advanced Safety & Security Solutions Through a Five-Month Online Exhibition

TAIPEI, June 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Asian Safety & Security Online Exhibition 2026 (ASSOE 2026) officially opens today, launching a five-month online exhibition dedicated to the global safety and security industry. Running through October 31, 2026, the exhibition connects international buyers with qualified suppliers across a wide range of safety,…

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Investor repositioning drives shift in Asia quant markets, BofA Securities conference shows

HONG KONG, June 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- A shift is underway in Asia's quant markets, driven by rising allocator interest, higher trading volumes and technology adoption, discussions at BofA Securities' Asia Pacific Integrated Quant Services Senior Leadership Conference on May 20, 2026, in Hong Kong highlighted. More than 110 senior…

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BofA Securities Asia Forum Gathers Global Investors Amid Surge in Hedge Funds Allocations

HONG KONG, June 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- BofA Securities hosted its fourth annual Asia Alternatives Forum on Thursday, May 21, 2026, in Hong Kong. The event brought together more than 20 global and Asia-based hedge fund managers and 120 institutional allocators, representing approximately $700 billion allocated to hedge funds.

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