Asia·Sep 16, 2026
Japan's August Exports Rise 19.3% on Semiconductor Demand
Shipments of chips and manufacturing equipment drive growth, though pace moderates from July's surge
By Aiko Nakamura · 3 min ·
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Asia·Sep 11, 2026
South Korea's Export Surge Powers Economic Upturn Through Third Quarter
Finance ministry's latest assessment points to strengthening fundamentals despite lingering Middle East conflict concerns
By Jun-ho Seo · 4 min ·
Asia·Sep 1, 2026
China's Manufacturing Index Holds Below Expansion Threshold for Second Month
August PMI data reveals persistent weakness in factory output and services, underscoring challenges facing Beijing's growth strategy
By Cheng Wei-Lun · 5 min ·
Asia·Aug 26, 2026
Vietnam Draws $7.5 Billion From Singapore in Seven Months
The city-state retained its position as Hanoi's top investment partner through July, channeling over a third of total foreign capital into Southeast Asia's manufacturing hub.
By Priyanka V. Rao · 3 min ·
Asia·Aug 23, 2026
Vietnam Urged to Move Up Value Chain in ASEAN Digital Economy Push
Industry leaders call for infrastructure upgrades and supply chain transparency as regional digital framework takes shape
By Tran Quoc Bao · 3 min ·
Asia·Aug 18, 2026
Philippines Dairy Imports Rise 2% as Domestic Production Stalls
The country imported 1.76 million metric tons of dairy in the first half of 2026, with local output accounting for barely 1.4% of total supply.
By Priyanka V. Rao · 2 min ·
Asia·Aug 16, 2026
China's Auto Industry Faces Sharp Domestic Decline as Exports Surge
Domestic vehicle sales dropped 20 percent in July while exports jumped 88 percent, forcing Chinese carmakers to accelerate their global expansion amid weak home demand.
By Cheng Wei-Lun · 3 min ·
Asia·Aug 16, 2026
South Korea's Economy Gains Momentum on Export Surge and Consumer Spending
Seoul's finance ministry reports strengthening recovery despite Middle East conflict and persistent inflation pressures
By Cheng Wei-Lun · 2 min ·
Asia·Aug 15, 2026
Indonesia's Food Exports Reach $6.25 Billion, Fourth in ASEAN Behind Thailand and Vietnam
Jakarta pushes halal-certified products and Middle East expansion as trade ministry leverages diplomatic network across 33 countries to close gap with regional leaders.
By Siti Nuraini · 3 min ·
Asia·Aug 14, 2026
Vietnam Pitches Itself as Southeast Asia Innovation Hub to New Zealand Investors
Top Vietnamese leader calls for deeper collaboration beyond trade, targeting R&D and manufacturing partnerships during Auckland business forum.
By Priyanka V. Rao · 4 min ·
Asia·Aug 13, 2026
Cambodia Records $44 Billion Trade Turnover in Seven-Month Surge
The kingdom's exports and imports both climbed more than 21 percent year-on-year, driven by robust growth with China and the United States despite a widening trade gap.
By Priyanka V. Rao · 3 min ·
Asia·Aug 13, 2026
Vietnam's Durian Shipments to China Jump 43% as Harvest Season Peaks
The tropical fruit now accounts for nearly half of Vietnam's fruit and vegetable exports to its northern neighbor, with India emerging as a new frontier market.
By Tran Quoc Bao · 3 min ·
Asia·Aug 12, 2026
Singapore's Economy Expands 5.9% in Q2 as AI Spending Offsets Mideast Tensions
The city-state lifted its 2026 growth outlook to 4.5-5.5%, citing stronger-than-expected technology investment and milder conflict impact
By Cheng Wei-Lun · 2 min ·
Asia·Aug 12, 2026
Vietnam Textile Exports Climb to $27 Billion as Upstream Production Gains Momentum
Fiber and yarn shipments surged over 11% in the first seven months, signaling reduced import reliance and deeper supply-chain integration across Southeast Asia's second-largest apparel exporter.
By Priyanka V. Rao · 3 min ·
Asia·Aug 7, 2026
Singapore Needs Regional Integration to Maintain Competitive Edge, Think Tank Says
SIIA report argues domestic policy alone cannot sustain the city-state's growth trajectory as regional supply chains face new pressure
By Lim Hui Ying · 3 min ·
Asia·Aug 2, 2026
China's Factory Output Contracts as Weak Demand Drags July PMI Below 50
Manufacturing activity slipped into contraction for the first time in five months, driven by falling new orders and export weakness, adding pressure on Beijing to boost stimulus.
By Cheng Wei-Lun · 3 min ·
Asia·Aug 1, 2026
Taiwan's Economy Surges Nearly 13% on AI Chip Demand
Second-quarter growth hits 12.92% as semiconductor exports and US trade ties power the island's expansion, though wealth distribution remains uneven
By Cheng Wei-Lun · 3 min ·
Asia·Aug 1, 2026
Singapore Reopens Door to American Egg Imports After Two-Decade Gap
City-state aims to diversify suppliers as four US producers begin shipments, targeting eventual 10% market share
By Priyanka V. Rao · 3 min ·