Economy

Asia Pacific

Japan Advances Full Paddy Utilisation Plan to Bolster Food Security

Japan is advancing a plan to fully utilise all rice paddies as part of a broader food security strategy, aiming to reduce reliance on imports and diversify agricultural production.

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Elections

APC Confident of Victory in Osun Governorship Election, Claims Oyintiloye

An ex-lawmaker in Osun State has expressed confidence in the All Progressives Congress (APC) winning the upcoming August 8 governorship election, citing the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the party's past performance in the state.

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Corporate

India’s Rooftop Solar Installation Surpasses 30 Lakh Under PM Surya Ghar Scheme

Installation of rooftop solar power systems has surpassed 30 lakh households since February 2024 under India's PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana, according to Union Minister Pralhad Joshi.

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Asia Pacific

Australia’s Defense Gap Risks U.S. Strategic Options in Indo-Pacific

Australia's declining defense capabilities and economic vulnerabilities are creating a strategic gap that could force the U.S. to bear greater risks in the Indo-Pacific, according to a new analysis.

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Markets

Extortion Surges 50% Under Interim Government, Warns DCCI

Businesses in Bangladesh face a 50% increase in extortion since the fall of the Awami League government, according to the Dhaka Chamber of Commerce and Industry, warning of potential factory closures if the trend continues.

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Corporate

Stepan Reports Q4 2025 Net Loss Amid Strategic Shifts and Market Pressures

Stepan Company reported a quarterly adjusted net loss of $500,000 for the fourth quarter of 2025, citing margin compression in Surfactants and a less favorable tax rate, while laying out a strategic initiative to cut costs by $100 million by 2027.

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Corporate

Jordan’s Dead Sea Tourist Beach Reopens as High-End Destination with New Facilities

Jordan's Dead Sea Tourist Beach has reopened with a major redevelopment, offering a high-end family-friendly experience and positioning the region as a global tourism hub.

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Corporate

Asian ADRs Open Slightly Higher as NIO Jumps 5.7%

Asian stocks traded in the US saw a modest rise on Monday, with electric vehicle stocks leading gains as Indian IT exporters struggled amid shifting market dynamics.

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Diplomacy & Trade

Morocco’s PJD Condemns US Ambassador’s ‘Grand Israel’ Remarks as Provocative

Morocco's Justice and Development Party (PJD) has strongly condemned remarks by US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee, who suggested Israel would be justified in controlling lands belonging to Arab countries.

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US Politics

Man Found Dead in East Kilbride After Police Called to Property

A 23-year-old man was found dead in East Kilbride on Saturday, February 21, after police were called to a property on Whitehorse Walk.

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Africa

Kenya Closes Migori Footbridge Indefinitely Amid Rising River Levels

The Kenya National Highways Authority has indefinitely closed the Migori Footbridge following rising river levels and structural concerns, leaving residents without a safe pedestrian crossing.

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US Politics

Cosatu Members Protest GEMS Contribution Hike Amid Rising Medical Aid Costs

Cosatu members are set to protest the recent increase in contributions to the Government Employees' Medical Scheme (GEMS), citing unsustainable costs for public sector workers.

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US Politics

Zohran Mamdani Faces Pushback Over Proposed Property Tax Hike

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani faces growing criticism over a proposed 10% property tax increase that could affect over three million residences and 100,000 commercial properties, despite his campaign promises of affordability.

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Policy & Law

Immigration Policy Debate Heats Up as Border Crises Continue

The U.S. immigration policy debate has intensified as lawmakers grapple with balancing economic needs and border security, with experts calling for a comprehensive legislative solution.

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Markets

EQH Stock Hits 52-Week Low at $41.37 Amid Revenue Shortfall and Market Pressures

Axa Equitable Holdings Inc (EQH) stock has fallen to a 52-week low of $41.37, reflecting a challenging year for the insurance company and broader market pressures.

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