Asia-Pacific markets rise as investors digest China economic data, await Fed rate verdict
Asia-Pacific markets were mostly higher Monday, as investors parsed through economic data from China and awaited the Federal Reserve's monetary policy move.
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Japan celebrates Shogun’s historic Emmy win, even if many haven’t seen the show
Japan celebrated on Monday the record-breaking Emmy Awards triumph of Shogun, although many confessed not having watched the series about the country’s warring dynasties in the feudal era.
Japan’s faith in US eroded by impolitic election rhetoric
Joe Biden, Kamala Harris, Donald Trump and J D Vance have all expressed spirited opposition to Japan’s Nippon Steel’s proposed acquisition of US Steel in tones and ways that have upset America’s most important Pacific ally. The following quotes convey the gist of the situation.
‘Shogun’ and ‘Hacks’ win top series Emmy Awards and ‘The Bear’ and ‘Baby Reindeer’ take 4 apiece
LOS ANGELES (AP) — “Shogun” had historic wins in an epic 18-Emmy first season, “Hacks” scored an upset for best comedy on what was still a four-trophy night for “The Bear,” and “Baby Reindeer” had a holiday at an Emmy Awards that had some surprising swerves.
India can achieve sustainable growth of up to 8% in the coming years, central bank chief says
India can achieve sustainable economic growth of up to 8% over the medium term, according to the country's central bank governor.
Quad plans joint patrols in Indo-Pacific to counter illegal fishing where China’s influence growing
Japan, the United States, Australia and India plan to launch joint patrols to monitor vessels in the Indo-Pacific, diplomatic sources said on Sunday, in the latest effort by the Quad group to counter illegal fishing in waters where China’s influence is growing.
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