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Asia

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business

Japanese FamilyAlbum App Targets Global Expansion After Surpassing 30 Million Users

FamilyAlbum, a Japanese photo-sharing app, plans to grow its international user base and services amid Japan's declining birthrate.

Jul 15, 2026, 4:05 AM Nikkei Asia

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China’s GDP Growth Slows to 4.3%, Marking Slowest Pace in Over Three Years

Industrial production grew 5.4% in early 2026, but weak consumption and fragile economic momentum weigh on outlook.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 15, 2026, 4:04 AM 1 source Single-source report

business

Bangladesh Launches Unified QR Payment System to Formalize Economy

The nationwide rollout of Bangla QR aims to reduce cash dependency, boost tax revenue, and enhance financial inclusion across Bangladesh.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 15, 2026, 4:03 AM 1 source Single-source report

business

Vietnam Seeks $1.5 Trillion in Global Capital for Infrastructure Development

As domestic funding falls short, Vietnam aims to attract international investors through its new financial center starting in 2027.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 15, 2026, 2:57 AM 1 source Single-source report

business

ASICS Expands in Turkey to Tap into Growing Jogging Trend

Japanese sportswear brand ASICS is increasing its presence in Turkey to leverage the rising popularity of jogging in the region.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 15, 2026, 1:49 AM 1 source Single-source report

business

India's New Trade Deals with UK and EU Boost Textile Export Prospects

Recent agreements remove tariffs on Indian textile exports, enhancing competitiveness against Bangladesh and Pakistan.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 15, 2026, 1:47 AM 1 source Single-source report

business

Report Warns of China’s Strategic Targeting of Dutch Tech Sectors, Highlighting ASML

Researchers allege Beijing leverages economic statecraft and espionage to gain influence over Dutch strategic industries, aiming for global industrial leadership.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 15, 2026, 12:37 AM 1 source Single-source report

world

Cambodia Seeks to Reduce Dependencies Amid Border Conflict Impact

Following a brief armed conflict with Thailand and subsequent border closures, Cambodia faces challenges to its connectivity plans and economic resilience.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 14, 2026, 11:43 PM 1 source Single-source report

business

New Container Terminal Opens at Indonesia's Patimban Port with Japanese Support

The terminal aims to boost logistics capacity near Jakarta amid rising cargo volumes, operated by a Toyota-affiliated company.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 14, 2026, 11:30 PM 1 source Single-source report

business

Nippon Steel Tops Global Steelmakers in Profit per Ton Amid Market Challenges

Despite overproduction in China and weak domestic demand, Nippon Steel leads the industry in profitability per ton of crude steel in Q1 2026.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 14, 2026, 10:22 PM 1 source Single-source report

business

Taiwanese Firms Use AI to Accelerate Production of AI Servers

Taiwanese companies, including Foxconn, are leveraging artificial intelligence to automate and speed up the manufacturing of AI servers, meeting growing global demand.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 14, 2026, 9:14 PM 1 source Single-source report

business

Concerns Over Bank of Japan Independence Drive Up Long-Term Bond Yields

Market worries about potential government influence on the Bank of Japan's monetary policy are causing a rise in yields on long-term Japanese government bonds.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 14, 2026, 8:05 PM 1 source Single-source report

business

Japan's Ruling Party Considers Lifting Ban on U.S. Fresh Potato Imports Amid Trade Talks

Tokyo debates allowing fresh American potatoes to enter the market, balancing consumer choice against agricultural concerns.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 14, 2026, 6:57 PM 1 source Single-source report

business

Japan Airlines and Marriott International Launch Reciprocal Loyalty Benefits for Over 300 Million Members

The partnership allows members of both companies' loyalty programs to access shared perks including miles and room upgrades.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 14, 2026, 5:52 PM 1 source Single-source report

business

ChangXin Memory Technologies to Raise $8.5 Billion in China's Largest Semiconductor IPO

The top Chinese memory chip maker plans a record-breaking initial public offering amid a global shortage driven by AI infrastructure demand.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 14, 2026, 4:45 PM 1 source Single-source report

business

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz Plans First Visit to Japan in October

Friedrich Merz is set to visit Japan for the first time as German chancellor, focusing on Indo-Pacific security and defense cooperation.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 14, 2026, 3:38 PM 1 source Single-source report

general

American Biologist Kent Carpenter Shot Dead in Home Invasion in the Philippines

Kent Carpenter, a renowned ichthyologist and adjunct professor in Dumaguete City, was killed during an alleged robbery while local police investigate the incident.

Fox News Latest | Jul 14, 2026, 3:01 PM 1 source Single-source report

business

Japan's Tourism Sector Forecasts 42 Million Visitors in 2026 Amid Challenges

Mori Trust projects steady visitor numbers for 2026 and highlights the importance of repeat tourists to meet Japan's 2030 target of 60 million foreign travelers.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 14, 2026, 2:28 PM 1 source Single-source report

business

Global Nature Positive Summit 2026 Sets New Benchmarks for Corporate Environmental Restoration

At the international conference in Kumamoto, Japan, four standardized indicators were introduced to measure businesses' efforts in reversing natural capital loss.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 14, 2026, 12:12 PM 1 source Single-source report

world

Australian Dock Workers Demand 28-Hour Week Amid AI Automation Push

As AI and automation expand in Australian ports, dock workers seek reduced hours without pay cuts, citing job security concerns.

BBC World | Jul 8, 2026, 9:02 AM 1 source Single-source report

global-institutions

Southwest Pacific Faces Escalating Climate Risks as Last Tropical Glacier Nears Disappearance

The World Meteorological Organization warns of rising ocean temperatures, acidification, and the imminent loss of the region’s last tropical glacier, threatening ecosystems and coastal communities.

UN News | Jul 8, 2026, 12:32 AM 1 source Single-source report

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Belgium Challenges Eligibility of U.S. Striker Folarin Balogun Ahead of World Cup Last-16 Match

The Royal Belgian Football Association disputes FIFA's handling of Folarin Balogun's eligibility, following a suspension suspension lift and intervention by former U.S. President Donald Trump.

CNA Latest News | Jul 6, 2026, 4:37 PM 1 source Single-source report

global-institutions

Global Organized Crime Claims Lives Comparable to Armed Conflicts, UN Warns

Organized crime causes nearly as many deaths annually as war, with significant impacts on governance, public trust, and economic losses worldwide.

UN News | Jul 5, 2026, 11:04 PM 1 source Single-source report

global-institutions

Global Organized Crime Claims as Many Lives as Armed Conflicts, UN Reports

UN Secretary-General António Guterres highlights the widespread impact of transnational organized crime, which causes nearly as many deaths annually as war and undermines governance worldwide.

UN News | Jul 5, 2026, 9:43 PM 1 source Single-source report