China issues new outbound investment rules to tighten control over overseas deals China issues new outbound investment rules to curb overseas deals for national security, warning of retaliation against discriminatory …
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Naphtha shortages threaten Japan’s medical disposables, PM Takaichi warns
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiJapan confronts naphtha supply risks after Middle East strikes, raising alarm over medical disposables Japan moves to diversify naphtha supply chains after Feb. 28 strikes on Iran disrupted petrochemical feedstocks …
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SanDisk CTO warns memory-centric AI race will deepen global chip shortages
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiMemory chip shortage deepens as Sandisk CTO warns of a “memory‑centric” AI race Global demand for memory chips surges as AI growth drives a tight market; customers are actively seeking …
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ECB warns markets underestimate geopolitical and fiscal risks as bond yields rise
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiEuropean Central Bank Says Markets Are Underestimating Geopolitical and Fiscal Risks European Central Bank warns markets are underestimating geopolitical and fiscal risks; urges temporary energy measures as bond yields rise …
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Kem Sokha released from house arrest as lawyer warns restrictions persist
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiKem Sokha release draws cautious welcome as legal and political restrictions remain Kem Sokha release: royal pardon freed the former opposition leader from house arrest but five-year travel ban and …
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ECB chief economist Lane warns oil shock likely to push June inflation forecast higher
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiECB rate outlook: Lane signals inflation revision and further tightening Philip Lane tells Nikkei the ECB will lift its June inflation forecast as oil shocks push prices, reinforcing a path …
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Indonesia faces looming stagflation as Kao boss warns of inflation pressures
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiKao Warns of "Vicious" Indonesia Stagflation as Rupiah Weakens and Costs Rise Kao warns of ‘vicious’ Indonesia stagflation as a weakening rupiah, import costs and geopolitical tensions squeeze consumer spending …
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Minamata Disease at 70 Kore-eda Warns of Corporate Collusion and Local Burden
by Sui Yuitoby Sui YuitoKoreeda Revisits Minamata Disease at 70, Warning of Industrial Collusion’s Enduring Legacy Koreeda reflects on 70 years since Minamata disease confirmation, examining industrial collusion, local suffering and the role of …
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Trump weighs Taiwan call and potential arms sale as Beijing warns Washington
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiTaiwan tensions rise after Trump signals possible call with President Lai, Beijing demands Washington honor week-old ‘understanding’ Beijing warns Washington to respect a week-old "understanding" after President Trump’s China visit, …
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Trump Signals Renewed Iran Attack, Says “Time Is Running Out” Trump warned on May 17 that ‘time is running out’ for Iran, threatening renewed attacks as talks stall and the …