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BUSINESSOct 6Ray Dalio flags China and Japan pulling back from U.S. debt - reportA report indicates that Ray Dalio has noted China and Japan are reducing their holdings of U.S. debt. This development could have implications for global financial markets and U.S. fiscal policy.Seeking Alpha Tech
BUSINESSOct 6World Bank lifts 2026 East Asia growth forecast to 4.5% amid AI boom but warns of capex risksThe World Bank has raised its 2026 growth forecast for East Asia to 4.5%, citing an AI boom. However, the bank also cautioned about capital expenditure risks.Seeking Alpha Tech
WORLDOct 6A train every 40 seconds: how Chinese rail station handled record 1 million trips in a dayA railway station in southern China’s hub city Guangzhou has set a national record for trips in a single day and drawn attention for the frequency of train departures – one every 40 seconds – during this month’s holiday period, according to the provincial government. Guangzhou South Railway Station handled 1,252 train services and just over 1 million trips on October 1, the start of the seven-day National Day holiday across mainland China, the publicity department of the Guangdong Provincial...South China Morning Post
POLITICSOct 6Japan PM Takaichi defends skipping G7 online meetingJapanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi defended her absence from a Group of Seven online meeting, responding over social media to some critics who questioned why she did not attend despite her apparently free schedule. “This was a last-minute meeting arranged by the chair, France, and allowed for substitute representatives. I understand that UK Prime Minister Burnham did not attend in person and had someone fill in for him, and that European Council president Costa was also absent,” she posted...South China Morning Post
WORLDOct 6Gauff hits out at racist abuse after replayed point in Beijing sparks backlashCoco Gauff said she had received an "insane" amount of racial abuse on social media after the two-times Grand Slam champion ‌beat local teenager Sun Xinran at the…Japan Today
CYBEROct 6South Korea Investigates Possible Use of A.I. in Hacks on Its BanksNYT World
WORLDOct 6Byung-Chul Han, South Korean philosopher: "It's difficult to rebel when victim and executioner are the same person"La trampa actual de la autoexplotación.Cómo retomar la capacidad de elegir.Clarín
POLITICSOct 6John Lee promises ‘high-quality’ experience for Apec finance meeting guestsHong Kong’s leader has pledged to provide guests attending this month’s Apec Finance Ministers’ Meeting with a “high-quality” experience, as the city works closely with Beijing to assist delegations with the registration process. About 500 guests, including finance ministers and senior officials from the 21 member economies, are expected to attend the annual meeting on October 20 and 21, which will be hosted by Hong Kong for the first time at the Convention and Exhibition Centre in Wan...South China Morning Post
CONFLICTOct 6Anger in Japan after arrest of American soldier for murder of woman: 'We are fed up with this'De arrestatie van een Amerikaanse marinier op verdenking van de moord op een vrouw leidt in Japan tot opschudding. Op de zuidelijke eilandengroep Okinawa worden al protesten gehouden tegen de Amerikaanse militaire aanwezigheid. De politie pakte zondag de 20-jarige marinier op die gestationeerd is op de Amerikaanse vliegbasis Futenma. Devin Jacob Ballard wordt ervan verdacht in de vroege zaterdagochtend in een hotel in Naha, de hoofdstad van het eiland, de 39-jarige Anna Yagi te hebben gewurgd en haar portemonnee en rugzak te hebben gestolen. Volgens Japanse media ontkent de marinier betrokkenhNOS Buitenland
POLITICSOct 6John Lee urges public to tune in to Legco debate on city’s 5-year plan, policy addressHong Kong’s leader has urged residents to pay close attention to a coming three-day debate on the city’s inaugural five-year plan and latest policy address in the legislature. The debate on the two policy documents is set to begin on Wednesday morning and continue until Friday, according to the Legislative Council’s agenda. “I look forward to tomorrow’s Legislative Council debate, during which government officials and lawmakers will conduct an in-depth discussion on the concept and details of...South China Morning Post
POLITICSOct 6Hong Kong prepares reforms, accountability measures ahead of Tai Po fire reportHong Kong authorities have made “a series of preparations” to implement reforms and pursue accountability ahead of the Tai Po fire inquiry panel’s final report due later this month, the city’s leader said, pledging to act “as soon as possible”. The government reportedly established a dedicated task force under the Public Service Commission, led by former commissioner for sports George Tsoi Kin-pan and former deputy secretary for security Benjamin Mok Kwan-yu, to investigate alleged official...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSOct 6Asian stocks mostly higher as tech rally offsets oil and yield pressureAsian stock markets generally saw gains, driven by a rally in technology stocks which mitigated pressures from oil prices and bond yields. This reflects current trends in global financial markets.Seeking Alpha Tech
BUSINESSOct 6Urban Rail in Southeast Asia Is BoomingDue to rapid economic growth and Chinese knowhow, public transit in the region's cities is entering something of a golden age.The Diplomat
POLITICSOct 6Arizona expands Taiwan ties with new representative office, ignoring Beijing's warningsArizona is expanding its ties with Taiwan by opening a new representative office, disregarding warnings from Beijing. This action has diplomatic significance, potentially impacting US-China relations.Seeking Alpha Tech
WORLDOct 6AirAsia chief’s jab backfires, Singaporeans going ‘car-lite’: 7 Asia highlightsWe have selected seven stories from the SCMP’s coverage of Asia over the past week that resonated with our readers and shed light on topical issues. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. 1. AirAsia chief mocks Singapore Airlines’ food – and social media hits back AirAsia co-founder Tony Fernandes has caused a stir online after taking aim at Singapore Airlines’ (SIA) in-flight meals, claiming the food served by the carrier lagged behind his own airline’s...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSOct 6World Bank warns of AI concentration risks as it lifts East Asia and Pacific growth outlook to 4.5%The World Bank now expects the region to grow 4.5% this year, but flagged that trade growth outside AI-related goods has been "weak or negative."CNBC
POLITICSOct 6As Japan’s Population Shrinks, a City Is Accused of Padding Census NumbersThe police are investigating how about 3,000 nonexistent residents were added to official data for Toyama.NYT World
POLITICSOct 6Hong Kong leader pledges tougher rules, penalties to deter construction violationsHong Kong will strengthen its regulatory regime and impose stiffer penalties to ensure strong deterrence against building violations, the city leader has pledged, following a series of substandard construction scandals including the latest controversy involving a luxury residential development in Stanley. Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu vowed to safeguard the high professional standards of the city’s construction industry on Tuesday in the wake of a debacle involving a house at One Stanley,...South China Morning Post
WORLDOct 6Anger in Japan grows after US Marine is arrested over the killing of a woman on Okinawa - AP NewsAnger in Japan grows after US Marine is arrested over the killing of a woman on Okinawa apnews.comAP News
POLITICSOct 6Laos Replaces Prime Minister in Major Leadership ReshuffleSaleumxay Kommasith, a former foreign minister and permanent representative to the UN, has been appointed to the top job.The Diplomat
POLITICSOct 6Taiwan says it has no knowledge that the U.S. will divide its arms package into batchesEl ministro de Defensa de la isla asegura que no hay novedades sobre la venta de armamento por parte de EE.UU., pese a tensiones con Pekín.La venta, que incluye sistemas de defensa avanzados, enfrenta incertidumbre por la relación entre el magnate y el líder chino.Clarín
WORLDOct 6Malaysia’s queen comforts family of girl found dead at school, pledges to get justiceThe father of 16-year-old Irene Sofiya said he drew comfort from Malaysia’s Queen Raja Zarith Sofiah and her assurance that she would do what she can to help seek justice for his daughter. Mohd Khairool Faisal Khyar, 42, said he deeply appreciated the queen’s concern and words of encouragement during her visit to the family home in Kampung Selamat, Johor, on Monday. “Raja Zarith Sofiah was very considerate and we greatly appreciate what she said to our family during this difficult period for us....South China Morning Post
BUSINESSOct 6Hong Kong’s big IPO haul–South China Morning Post
WORLDOct 6Chinese actress Li Bingbing credits success to younger sister who acts as manager, confidanteFrom a humble working-class family in northeast China to becoming a celebrated actress on the Hollywood stage, 53-year-old Li Bingbing’s ascent has never been a solo journey. At the heart of her decades-long career is her younger sister, Li Xue, 51, who transitioned from journalism to become Li Bingbing’s manager. Together, they co-founded Hesong Entertainment, a talent company that has represented performers across generations. The sisters have long been recognised as one of China’s most...South China Morning Post