BOJ rate hike to 1.0% set for June 15–16, 2026 meeting as bond tapering is reviewed Bank of Japan to raise its key rate to 1.0% at the June 15–16, …
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Asian markets plunge as yen and won weaken; Seoul convenes emergency meeting
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiAsian markets tumble as tech sell-off, rate fears and Middle East tensions rattle investors Asian markets saw steep losses on June 8, 2026, as a technology-led sell-off, renewed expectations of …
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Asian Markets Slump as Yen and Won Weaken, Seoul Calls Emergency Meeting
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiYen and won under pressure as Asian markets tumble; Seoul held emergency weekend meeting Yen and won under pressure as tech-led selloff hits Asian markets on June 8, 2026; Seoul …
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Law and Society Association meeting in Hong Kong sparks academics’ warnings
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiLaw and Society Association meeting in Hong Kong draws academic backlash over national security risks U.S.-based Law and Society Association meeting in Hong Kong provokes scholars’ protest over China’s national …
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Wang Fuk Court owners demand meeting as Hong Kong buyback deadline looms
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiWang Fuk Court fire leaves owners in limbo as buyout deadline looms Six months after the Wang Fuk Court fire in Hong Kong, displaced owners seek meetings with authorities as …
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Japan-led Antarctic meeting seeks protection for emperor penguins amid opposition
by Sui Yuitoby Sui YuitoAntarctic Treaty Consultative Meeting in Hiroshima nears close as emperor penguin protection and tourism rules face deadlock Antarctic Treaty Consultative Meeting in Hiroshima heads into its final plenary with disputes …
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Antarctic Treaty meeting urged to safeguard science as tourism and tensions rise
by Sui Yuitoby Sui YuitoJapan Urges Scientific Focus at Antarctic Treaty Consultative Meeting amid Tourism, Climate and Geopolitical Strains Japan calls for stronger safeguards for Antarctic science as the Antarctic Treaty meeting faces rising …
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Antarctic Treaty Meeting Opens in Hiroshima to Tackle Tourism and Climate Threats
by Sui Yuitoby Sui YuitoAntarctic Treaty Consultative Meeting Opens in Hiroshima to Address Tourism Surge, Climate Threats Hiroshima hosts the Antarctic Treaty Consultative Meeting May 11-21, 2026, where delegates will focus on rising tourism, …
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King Charles addresses US Congress after meeting Trump amid Iran tensions
by Sui Yuitoby Sui YuitoKing Charles visit highlights US-UK "special relationship" as White House posts "Two Kings" photo King Charles visit to the United States culminated on April 28, 2026, with a meeting at …