Gold Coast film industry surges as international productions flock to Queensland coast Gold Coast film industry draws international productions with government grants, upgraded studios and a growing pool of local …
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Mayer & Cie secures Huixing lifeline to withstand Chinese competition
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiHuixing backing gives Mayer & Cie new lease of life amid pressure from Chinese rivals Huixing’s backing revitalizes Mayer & Cie, the German circular knitting-machine maker used by H&M and …
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Japanese tankers transporting Middle Eastern crude rely on ship-to-ship transfers
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiHalf of Japan’s Middle Eastern Crude Arrives via Ship-to-Ship Transfers, Analysis Shows Analysis finds about half of tankers bringing Middle Eastern crude to Japan from March–May used ship-to-ship transfers off …
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Trump-Xi summit concludes as former Taipei official calls it best attainable outcome
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiTrump-Xi summit leaves Taiwan cautiously relieved as leaders stick to script Trump-Xi summit ended May 15, 2026, with scripted public remarks and no major breakthroughs. Taiwan reacted with cautious relief …
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LNG tanker scheduled to reach Futtsu port, first since Hormuz closure
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiLNG shipment to reach Futtsu on May 18, 2026, first since Strait of Hormuz closure An LNG shipment from the Middle East is due at Futtsu on May 18, 2026 …
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Bank of Japan weighs further bond purchase cuts amid Takaichi circle caution
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiBank of Japan Weighs Further Cuts to Government Bond Purchases as Tokyo Voices Caution Bank of Japan considering further cuts to government bond purchases next year as Prime Minister Sanae …
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Honda appoints Mahito Shikama as corporate transformation officer to lead EV turnaround
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiMahito Shikama Appointed Honda Corporate Transformation Officer as Automaker Recasts EV Strategy Mahito Shikama will become Honda’s corporate transformation officer this summer, charged with rebuilding the automaker’s business after setbacks …
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Japanese banks post third straight annual profit high as BOJ rate hike eyed
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiJapanese Bank Profits Rise for Third Straight Year as Interest Income Boosts Earnings Net income at Japan’s top banks rose for the third consecutive year, driven by higher interest income …
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BRICS foreign ministers conclude without joint statement over Middle East, India issues chair’s statement
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiBRICS foreign ministers’ meeting in New Delhi ends without joint statement BRICS foreign ministers’ meeting in New Delhi ends without a joint statement as chair cites differing views on the …
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Trump says no Taiwan commitment, will decide arms sale after Beijing talks
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiTrump-Xi summit: Trump makes no commitment on Taiwan, says arms sale to Taipei to be decided soon At the Trump-Xi summit in Beijing on May 15, 2026, President Trump declined …