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U.S.-China Energy Disconnect Deepens After Beijing Summit Beijing’s approach to energy security took center stage at the recent U.S.-China summit, highlighting a growing U.S.-China energy disconnect as leaders debated oil …

Cannes Film Festival 2026: Asian films shine as producers push co‑production and wider distribution rights At Cannes Film Festival 2026, Asian filmmakers led by Japanese directors drew attention both on …

Nagoya tourism pivots to cultural workshops with Arimatsu shibori and scented-sachet experiences Nagoya tourism shifts to cultural workshops as Meitetsu World Travel offers Arimatsu shibori dyeing and scented-sachet crafts to …

Japan Secures Naphtha Supply as May Imports Recover to Nearly 80% of Pre-war Levels Japanese chemical firms diversify naphtha sourcing, lifting May imports to almost 80% of pre-war volumes while …

Tokyo Stock Exchange Growth section dominated by small-cap firms as 2030 listing rules approach About 60% of firms on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Growth section had market capitalizations below ¥10 …

South Korean brands expand in China as Musinsa and SM Entertainment open stores South Korean brands expand in China as Musinsa and SM Entertainment open stores in Shanghai, leveraging improved …

Don Quijote unveils built-in fan clothing ahead of predicted Japanese heatwave Don Quijote launches built-in fan clothing—vests, hats and blankets—to help shoppers through a looming Japanese heatwave with wearable cooling, …

Unexploded ordnance: Two 500-pound US MK82 bombs destroyed near Luang Prabang as Laos continues UXO clearance Two 500-pound MK82 bombs were destroyed near Luang Prabang as Laos continues to face …

Reserve Bank of India holds rate at 5.25%, raises inflation forecast to 5.1% for FY2027 Reserve Bank of India holds policy rate at a four-year low of 5.25% and lifts …