TRADE WARS
Asian markets rally on US rate cut hopes
Hong Kong (AFP) Aug 25, 2025
Asian markets kicked off the week with a rally on Monday, tracking gains made by Wall Street on Friday after the US central bank chief suggested coming interest rate cuts. Investors weighing ... more
China Evergrande Group delisted from HK exchange; Asian markets rise on US rate cut hopes
Hong Kong (AFP) Aug 25, 2025
Shares in heavily indebted China Evergrande Group were taken off the Hong Kong Stock Exchange on Monday, capping a grim reversal of fortune for the once-booming property developer. A committ ... more
Japan, S. Korea agree to enhance ties in 'challenging' environment
Tokyo (AFP) Aug 23, 2025
Japanese and South Korean leaders agreed to boost cooperation bilateral cooperation in the face of a "challenging" environment, as they met in Tokyo on Saturday. Disputes over territory and ... more