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Asia·Jul 24, 2026Malaysia's Leading Index Climbs 0.8% in May as Liquidity and Semiconductor Imports Drive GrowthThe country's economic outlook remains positive despite monthly moderation, with stable domestic demand cushioning global headwindsBy Priyanka V. Rao · 3 min ·
Asia·Jul 24, 2026Philippines Offers 99-Year Land Leases to Chip Investors in New Clark CityManila's Pax Silica hub targets $10 billion in initial semiconductor and AI investment, backed by extended lease terms under newly amended lawBy Priyanka V. Rao · 4 min ·
Asia·Jul 24, 2026Washington Raises Tariff on Philippine Goods to 12.5% Over Forced-Labor BanManila joins 40 countries hit with higher duty after US trade review finds no effective prohibition on imports made with coerced laborBy Priyanka V. Rao · 3 min ·
Asia·Jul 24, 2026Tech Exporters in Asia Find Relief as Chip Exemptions Soften US Tariff ImpactNew 10-12.5% tariffs take effect across 60 trading partners, but semiconductor carve-outs and AI demand provide crucial buffer for regional producersBy Priyanka V. Rao · 3 min ·