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Taiwan trade surges as AI-driven chip demand propels fastest growth since 2010 Taiwan trade is climbing to record levels as booming global demand for artificial intelligence chips lifts exports and …

Asian Americans in boardrooms: economic influence outstrips corporate representation Despite major economic contributions, Asian Americans are underrepresented in corporate boardrooms. Experts point to bias, weak networks and limited sponsorship. Opening …

Vietnam economy growth accelerates as Q2 GDP rises 8.39%, raising pressure to meet 10% annual target Vietnam economy growth accelerates as GDP rose 8.39% in Q2 2026, with first-half expansion …

Tokyo Electron says it can outpace Chinese rivals as chips equipment demand lifts Japan’s industry Tokyo Electron confident it can keep a technological edge despite Chinese self-sufficiency drive, positioning semiconductor …

Strait of Hormuz disruption fuels energy crisis and threatens Asian supply chains Strait of Hormuz disruption fuels an energy shock that raises industrial input, logistics and food costs, threatening growth …

China Forms New Agency to Boost Low-Altitude Economy and Greenlight EHang Flying Taxi China creates agency to oversee the "low-altitude economy," aiming to scale drone and flying-taxi operations; EHang wins …

Japan GDP Rises 0.5% in Q1 2026, Annualized Pace Hits 2.1%, Cabinet Office Says Japan GDP rose 0.5% quarter-on-quarter in January–March 2026 (annualized 2.1%), exceeding market expectations, Cabinet Office data …

Thailand GDP growth accelerates in Q1 2026 as exports and investment counter early Iran conflict impact Thailand GDP growth quickened in Q1 2026 as strong exports and rising investment offset …

Malaysia economy slows in Q1 2026 as Middle East conflict and rising costs sap momentum Malaysia economy edges lower in Q1 2026, growing 5.3% year-on-year as external shocks and higher …