Thai industrial sentiment rises in June, but political uncertainty a concern
BANGKOK (Reuters) – Thailand’s industrial sentiment rose for the first time in three months in June, bolstered by higher domestic…
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Stellantis, Samsung SDI set plan to build second US battery plant
(Reuters) -French-Italian automaker Stellantis and South Korean battery maker Samsung SDI on Monday said they plan to open a second…
Japan govt sees inflation slowing next year, calls for BOJ coordination
By Leika Kihara and Tetsushi Kajimoto TOKYO (Reuters) -Japan’s inflation will likely slow to around 1.5% next year when stripping…
Six killed in gang clashes in Ecuador prison, officials targeted
QUITO (Reuters) -At least six inmates were killed and 11 more were injured in weekend clashes between gang members in…
Second US submarine arrives in South Korea amid North Korea tensions
By Hyonhee Shin SEOUL (Reuters) – A U.S. nuclear-powered submarine arrived in South Korea on Monday, only days after the…
China’s state planner unveils steps to spur private investment
BEIJING (Reuters) – China’s state planner on Monday unveiled measures that seek to promote, encourage and spur private investment in…
Aussie competition regulator delays decision on ANZ’s $3.3 billion Suncorp Bank buy
(Reuters) -Australia’s competition regulator on Monday said it has delayed its decision on ANZ Group Holdings’ proposed A$4.9 billion ($3.30…
China warns Japan on NATO, hopes it refrains from undermining trust in region
BEIJING (Reuters) – The Chinese embassy in Japan said on Monday that NATO’s plan to expand into the Asia-Pacific violates…
Spain’s election yields no clear winner, coalition negotiations loom
By David Latona and Belén Carreño MADRID (Reuters) -No clear winner emerged in a nailbiting finish to Spain’s election on…
Chevron CEO to stay past retirement age, finance chief to depart in 2024
By Sabrina Valle (Reuters) – U.S. oil major Chevron Corp announced sweeping management changes on Sunday, including the retirement next…