Thailand economy slows to 1.9% in Q2 2026 as tourism slump and energy costs bite Thailand economy grew 1.9% in Q2 2026, down from 2.8% as tourism slipped and energy …
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India’s E20 Ethanol Rollout Raises Fuel Economy and Vehicle Wear Concerns
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiIndia’s E20 ethanol rollout raises fuel-efficiency and vehicle-compatibility concerns India’s rollout of E20 ethanol fuel is prompting concerns about lower fuel economy and wear on older cars, sparking debate among …
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Malaysia economy accelerates in Q2 as AI investment lifts consumer spending
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiMalaysia economy accelerates in Q2 as AI investment and consumer spending drive growth Malaysia economy quickened in Q2, with strong AI-driven investment and household spending supporting a better-than-expected performance, the …
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Philippine economy records 2.3% Q2 growth, weakest in five years
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiPhilippine economy growth slows to 2.3% in Q2 amid energy shock and corruption scandal Philippine economy expanded just 2.3% year-on-year in Q2 2026, its weakest pace in over five years, …
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Philippine economy expands 2.3% in Q2 amid fuel shock and corruption scandal
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiPhilippine economy grows 2.3% in Q2 as fuel costs and spending cuts curb momentum Philippine economy grew 2.3% in the second quarter as high fuel prices linked to the Iran …
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Indonesia economy slows in Q2, government says full-year forecast needs game changer
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiIndonesia GDP growth slows in Q2 as household spending eases and external shocks bite Indonesia GDP slowed in the second quarter, official data released on August 5, 2026, showed, with …
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Taiwan economy soars 12.92% in Q2 as AI boom and U.S. ties lift output Taiwan economy grew 12.92% year-on-year in Q2 as AI investment and stronger U.S. trade lift exports, …
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Afghanistan faces fragile recovery as security improves but women’s rights, economy suffer
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiFive years on, Afghanistan turmoil leaves security improved in parts but rights and economy severely constrained Five years after the Taliban takeover, Afghanistan turmoil continues to shape security, rights and …
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Busan promoted as polar hub by South Korean president to revive economy
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiBusan Polar Hub Push Accelerates as Icebreaker Araon Begins 17th Arctic Voyage Icebreaker Araon departs on its 17th Arctic voyage as Seoul promotes Busan polar hub to boost port logistics, …
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Singapore economy grows 5.7% in Q2 as Iran war erodes AI-driven gains
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiSingapore economy slows to 5.7% in Q2 2026 as Middle East conflict tempers AI-driven gains Singapore economy grew 5.7% year-on-year in Q2 2026, slowing from Q1 as Middle East conflict …