Uzbekistan cash ban aims to pull $41bn shadow economy into digital payments, but hurdles remain Uzbekistan cash ban announced in April 2026 targets key purchases to expand digital payments and …
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Itochu promotes Opanchu Usagi to expand intellectual property business
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiItochu Expands Intellectual Property Push with Viral Character Opanchu Usagi Itochu promotes Opanchu Usagi to grow its IP business, unveiling a Yokohama exhibition preview on April 24, 2026, as the …
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Chungking Mansions marks 65th anniversary as renovated hub for refugees and travelers
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiChungking Mansions Marks 65th Anniversary as Refuge and Budget Hub in Hong Kong Chungking Mansions, the sprawling Kowloon block known for its low-cost guesthouses and multicultural community, marks its 65th …
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Japan core CPI rises to 1.8% as energy subsidies hold inflation down
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiJapan core inflation rises to 1.8% in March, kept below BOJ target by energy subsidies Japan core inflation rose 1.8% in March, below the BOJ’s 2% target as government energy …
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Globis University announces expansion to Taiwan and India targeting AI management programs
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiGlobis University expansion targets Taiwan and India with AI-focused management programs Globis University expansion to Taiwan and India aims to meet rising Asian demand for AI-focused management programs, offering regional …
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US Renews Waiver Allowing India to Secure Russian Oil Amid Iran Crisis
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiU.S. Waiver Renewal for Russian Oil Boosts India’s Crude Imports Amid Iran Crisis U.S. waiver renewal for Russian oil lets India boost crude imports after the Iran war disrupted supply, …
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Japan extends ICT fund until 2045, backs subsea cables and data centers
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiJapan Extends Japan ICT Fund to Fiscal 2045 to Back Subsea Cables and Overseas Data Centers Japan extends the Japan ICT Fund to fiscal 2045, enabling long-term public risk capital …
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JAL, ANA warn Iran war fuel surcharges may curb Golden Week demand
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiGolden Week airline bookings climb as JAL and ANA warn Iran war fuel surcharges may curb demand Golden Week airline bookings in Japan have surged this year, but major carriers …
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European Union imposes higher steel tariffs and targets Chinese turbine and railmakers
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiEU Raises Steel Tariffs on Chinese Imports as Probes Target Goldwind and CRRC European Union tightens steel import rules and doubles duties above new quotas while opening in-depth foreign-subsidy investigations …
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DeepSeek launches V4 model raising stakes for Chinese AI startups
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiDeepSeek V4 launch escalates competition in generative AI DeepSeek unveils V4 model on April 24, 2026, intensifying rivalry in foundation models and challenging established U.S. firms in generative AI. DeepSeek …