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Chinese private property developers face fresh liquidity squeeze after debt restructuring Chinese private property developers that restructured debt are encountering a renewed liquidity squeeze this year as sluggish sales, bond …

U.S. helium exports rise as Japan, South Korea and Taiwan shift supply amid global squeeze U.S. helium exports surge to become the main supply source for East Asian chipmakers as …

Barisan Nasional landslide in Johor state election heightens strains in federal coalition Barisan Nasional’s landslide in the July 11 Johor state election boosts BN’s influence in PM Anwar Ibrahim’s coalition …

Overseas remittances from Japan hit record ¥1.004 trillion in fiscal 2025 Overseas remittances from Japan rose 11.5% to a record ¥1.004 trillion in fiscal 2025, with Vietnam receiving nearly 30% …

SK Hynix shares tumble over 15% after Nasdaq debut, KOSPI hit by chip sell-off SK Hynix shares plunged more than 15% on July 13, 2026, after a volatile start to …

Suntory PepsiCo opens $300 million factory in Vietnam as demand shifts to healthier drinks Suntory PepsiCo opens $300m Tay Ninh factory in Vietnam with Asia’s first fully automated warehouse to …

U.S. Emerges as Leading Source in Asia’s Tightening Helium Supply for Chipmaking The U.S. has become the top supplier of helium to Japan, South Korea and Taiwan as geopolitical tensions …

China Steps Up Pressure in South China Sea, Expands Fiery Cross Reef Facilities near Philippines China has intensified pressure in the South China Sea, expanding facilities at Fiery Cross Reef …

JTB inbound business travel gains momentum after corporate-hosting event at Happo-en JTB inbound business travel services highlighted at a Tokyo event, showcasing cultural programmes and logistics for Japanese companies hosting …