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Tariffs, trade tensions, and market volatility: How policy shifts are shaping US stocks
Tariffs, trade tensions, and market volatility: How policy shifts are shaping US stocks Greetings, readers! It’s been quite a spring for markets, and as we approach the end of May 2025, the interplay of tariffs, trade tensions, and shifting policy...

Week Ahead: RBI policy, auto sales, FII flow, US tariffs, global cues among key triggers for Indian stock market
The Indian stock market logged a second consecutive week of consolidation, but also a third straight monthly gain, supported by steady institutional inflows and earnings momentum despite geopolitical and trade concerns. Next, investors will...
US defence secretary warns Indo-Pacific allies of 'imminent' threat from China
Singapore, May 31 (AP) US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth reassured allies in the Indo-Pacific on Saturday that they will not be left alone to face increasing military and economic pressure from China, while insisting that they also contribute more...

Cyber defence to AI: Estonia offers a digital roadmap for India
Estonian PM Michal said, ‘Starting from this year, we have AI in our school curriculum. This will mean that in two years, one-third of our students and teachers will be learning how to use AI in a smart way, affecting our labour market,...

Malaysia’s bold diplomacy on Myanmar: From chair to catalyst of Asean peace — Phar Kim Beng
JUNE 1 — As Chair of ASEAN 2025, Malaysia has taken a courageous and long-overdue step in addressing the most intractable humanitarian and strategic crisis in the region: the civil war in Myanmar. By inviting multiple conflict parties from Myanmar...

Trump news at a glance: Hegseth warns of ‘imminent’ China threat, urging Asia to upgrade militaries
Pete Hegseth has called on Asian countries to increase their military spending to increase regional deterrence against China which was “rehearsing for the real deal” of taking over Taiwan. The US defense secretary, addressing the Shangri-la...
Pacific workers face deportation despite probe into their employer
The federal government has threatened to cancel the visas of Pacific Islanders brought to Australia to fill chronic worker shortages in the meat processing industry even though their claims of being exploited by their employer are under formal...

Some expats may smile, but the absence of Chinese tourists in Pattaya and Bangkok hurts more than you think
Some expats may smile but the absence of Chinese tourists is hammering Pattaya and Bangkok harder than expected threatening the livelihoods of 4.6 million tourism workers and 10.6 million more in related sectors. (Photo – Bali Hai Pier, South...

China, Sri Lanka sign several MoUs to enhance cooperation
109 China and Sri Lanka have taken steps to deepen economic and trade cooperation, signing key agreements and exploring additional investment opportunities during the eighth meeting of the China-Sri Lanka Joint Trade and Economic Commission in...

India annual growth hits 4-year low of 6.5 percent
Most populous nation grapples with weaker manufacturing sector, tight monetary policy MUMBAI: India’s economy grew by 6.5 percent in the fiscal year that ended in March, official data showed on Friday, among the world’s top performers but still...

LIC made a big bet in this company of Adani Group!
lic (Life Insurance Corporation of India), the largest public sector insurance company in India, has completely bought the non-convertible debenture issue of Rs 5,000 crore of adani Ports and Special Economic Zone. In simple language, lic has...

CA returns home wrapping up Japan tour
CA returns home wrapping up Japan tour Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus returned home in the early hours of today, wrapping up his four-day official tour to Japan. Photo: BSS DHAKA, June 1, 2025 (BSS) – Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus...

India News | Tripura CM Manik Saha Announces $85.4M ADB-funded Industrial Push
Agartala (Tripura) [India], June 1 (ANI): In a move to attract more investment to Tripura, Chief Minister Manik Saha announced that significant developments are underway to strengthen the state's industrial infrastructure through an $85.4 million...

1xBet to attend SiGMA Asia 2025, host exclusive “777 – Eva Elfie’s House of Wonders” party
CLIENT PROMOTION The team representing international betting company 1xBet is participating in the annual SiGMA Asia 2025 exhibition. The largest industry forum on the continent will be held this week in Manila at the SMX Convention Center, where...

Business News | Demand for AI Professionals in India Projected to Touch 1 Million by 2026: Report
New Delhi [India], June 1 (ANI): India is poised to see a massive surge in demand for Artificial Intelligence (AI) professionals, with projections estimating the need for one million skilled individuals by 2026, according to the report India's AI...

Review: Music Awards Japan Launch with Unprecedented Scale and Spirit
MUSIC AWARDS JAPAN : The inaugural edition of MAJ hailed as the “Japanese Grammy Awards”—marked a groundbreaking moment in the nation’s music history. Jointly launched by five major Japanese music industry organizations, the award aims to...

The War Room’s Steve Bannon Discusses Tariffs and China’s Unfair Trade Practices with Author Spencer Morrison (VIDEO)
Steve Bannon talks with author Spencer Morrison on Tariffs 5/31/25 War Room’s Steve Bannon discussed tariffs and China’s dishonest trade policies with author Spencer Morrison. “Where we are right now, and where do you think this thing is going?”...

‘Stamp duty for job contracts another burden for businesses’
PETALING JAYA: Exempting employment contracts from stamp duty would ease unnecessary financial and administrative burdens, say industry players. They argue the added pressure is especially difficult for businesses, particularly small and medium...

Demand for AI professionals in India projected to touch one million by 2026: Report
India is poised to see a massive surge in demand for Artificial Intelligence (AI) professionals, with projections estimating the need for one million skilled individuals by 2026, according to the report India's AI Revolution: A Roadmap to Viksit...

Thailand eyes cheaper solar power after high-level energy talks in China
Deputy PM Pirapan leads Thai delegation to top solar tech firms in Jiangsu and Shanghai, aiming to cut electricity costs and boost clean energy adoption back home. BANGKOK, Thailand – Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Energy Pirapan...