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Albanese’s $1b bet on Australian-made solar panels: Australia has the world’s highest uptake of rooftop solar panels with one in three households having them ...
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Malaysia Considers Extending $10 Billion Rail to Thailand Border: Malaysia is considering extending its ongoing 50 billion ringgit ($10.6 billion) rail project ...
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India celebrates Holi, the festival of colour, marking the reawakening of spring - News | Khaleej Times
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Quick Glance: India Celebrates Hindu Holi Festival with Colorful Traditions
- Millions of Indians celebrated the Hindu Holi festival by smearing colored powder, exchanging traditional foods, and drinks.
- The festival marks the beginning of spring and celebrates the divine love between Krishna and Radha.
- Traditions like consuming Bhang, a cannabis-infused drink, and lighting large fires are part of the festivities.
- Various Holi traditions in India, such as the 'Lathmar Holi' in northern towns, showcase the diversity of celebrations.
Thailand moves closer to legalising same-sex unions as parliament passes landmark bill
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Quick Glance: Thailand Moves Closer to Legalizing Same-Sex Unions
- Thailand's parliament approves a landmark marriage equality bill.
- The bill recognizes marriage between two individuals regardless of gender.
- Passage of the bill is a significant step for Thailand towards liberalizing attitudes on LGBT issues.
- Although there are some unresolved issues, the bill is seen as a positive step for the LGBT community.
PBOC Chief Seeks to Deepen Currency Ties With Asian Economies: People’s Bank of China Governor Pan Gongsheng said the country will aim to boost currency ...
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Mahathir Sons Say 98-Year-Old Father Focus of Malaysia Probe: Mahathir Mohamad’s two eldest sons said Malaysia’s anti-graft agency ordered them to assist with an ...
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Boao Latest: Asia Economic Resilience; China’s FDI Outlook: China’s Boao Forum kicked off with an early focus on the country’s foreign direct investment outlook ...
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India Raises ‘Strong Objections’ to US Over Kejriwal Comments: India complained to the US on Wednesday over its comments related to the arrest last week of an ...
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LIVE: Bangladesh vs Palestine – FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier: Follow our live build-up and commentary as Bangladesh host Palestine in Dhaka for their 2026 FIFA ...
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Mumbai becomes Asia's billionaire capital, topped by Mukesh Ambani: SHANGHAI -- India's financial hub Mumbai overtook Beijing as Asia's billionaire ...
asia.nikkei.com/Economy/Mumbai-becomes-Asia-s-billionaire-capital-topped-by-Mukesh-Ambani
Britain plans to boost nuclear workforce: Prime Minister Rishi Sunak will set out plans to boost Britain's nuclear workforce on Monday ...
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Mumbai becomes Asian capital with most billionaires, bumping Shanghai: Report: The city of Mumbai has officially surpassed Shanghai as Asia’s capital with the ...
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'Bachelorette' announces first Asian American lead in the Bachelor franchise's 22-year history
usatoday.com/story/entertainment/tv/2024/03/25/jenn-tran-announced-bachelorette-2024/73101474007/
Pakistan: 5 Chinese dam workers, driver killed in suicide attack - News | Khaleej Times
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Quick Glance: Six Killed in Suicide Attack on Chinese Engineers in Pakistan
- A suicide bomber targeted a convoy of Chinese engineers in Pakistan, resulting in six fatalities.
- The engineers were en route to a dam construction site when the attack occurred.
- Attacks on Chinese interests in Pakistan are seen as attempts to destabilize the country and create discord between Pakistan and its allies, notably China.
- Pakistan condemned the attack and emphasized the importance of the safety of Chinese nationals in the country.
Kyrgyzstan urges citizens to limit travel to Russia: Kyrgyzstan's foreign ministry has urged citizens of the Central Asian nation to put off unnecessary travel ...
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Jenn Tran makes 'Bachelorette' history as first Asian lead: 'The Bachelorette' has finally named its first Asian lead: Jenn Tran. She will embark on her own ...
latimes.com/entertainment-arts/tv/story/2024-03-26/jenn-tran-bachelorette-history-first-asian-lead
Morning Bid: China profits eyed as Xi meets US biz chiefs: A look at the day ahead in Asian markets.
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Quick Glance: China Profits in Focus as Xi Meets US Business Leaders
- Chinese industrial profits and Australian inflation take center stage in the Asian and Pacific economic calendar.
- President Xi Jinping will meet with U.S. business leaders to discuss economic, business, and political spheres.
- Insights into the profitability of Chinese industrial firms and Australian consumer inflation are anticipated.
- Japanese officials express concerns over the yen as significant economic developments unfold in China and Australia.
EV maker VinFast signs partnership agreements with 15 dealers in Thailand: Vietnamese electric vehicle maker VinFast said on Wednesday that it had signed ...
reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/ev-maker-vinfast-signs-partnership-agreements-with-15-dealers-thailand-2024-03-27/
Chinese Communist Party-Backed Businessman in Fiji is a Top Australian Criminal Target - OCCRP
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Quick Glance: Chinese Businessman in Fiji Targeted by Australian Authorities
- Zhao Fugang is seen as a trusted advocate for China's interests in Fiji, but Australian authorities suspect he also plays a leading role in organized crime.
- Zhao is alleged to be a member of a syndicate involved in drug smuggling, money laundering, and human trafficking.
- Australian authorities have shared intelligence on Zhao with Fiji to urge local authorities to take action against him.
- Inclusion of Zhao in the list of Australian Priority Organization Targets is based on intelligence and not proof of wrongdoing.
Christie's to open new Hong Kong HQ, sees growing Asian Gen Z interest: Auction house Christie's hopes its new 50,000-sq-ft Asia headquarters that opens in Hong ...
reuters.com/lifestyle/christies-open-new-hong-kong-hq-sees-growing-asian-gen-z-interest-2024-03-25/
Singapore ranked happiest country in Asia again: THE city-state was named the 30th happiest country globally for 2021-2023, according to the World Happiness ...
thestar.com.my/aseanplus/aseanplus-news/2024/03/22/singapore-ranked-happiest-country-in-asia-again
Quick Glance: New Report: Kenya Ranks 114th in Happiness Index
- For the seventh consecutive year, Finland has secured the title of the world's happiest country, with Kenya ranking 114th out of a total of 143 countries. Conversely, Afghanistan finds itself at the bottom of the ranking as the unhappiest nation.
- The latest findings were unveiled on March 20, 2024, coinciding with the International Day of Happiness.
- This annual report relies on six key factors, encompassing social support, income, health, freedom, generosity, and absence of corruption. The economic dimension serves as a pivotal gauge for happiness levels across different nations.
- Attaining happiness is contingent on various elements like career progression and tackling specific challenges. The United Nations advocates for a harmonized economic growth strategy that fosters happiness and well-being for all.
China lifts heavy tariffs on Australian wine as ties improve: China says it will lift tariffs placed on Australian wine over three years ago ...
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King 'frustrated' about speed of cancer recovery and is 'pushing' staff to be able to return to duties, says Peter Phillips
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Asia private equity deals set for worst Q1 since 2015, data shows: Private equity-backed mergers and acquisitions in Asia are set for their worst start to the ...
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Philippines plans up to $10.4 bln domestic borrowing in Q2: The Philippines, one of Asia's most active issuers of sovereign debt, plans to raise as much as 585 ...
reuters.com/markets/asia/philippines-plans-up-104-bln-domestic-borrowing-q2-2024-03-26/
Putin wins big in Central Asia, but Kazakhstan spoils party: President Vladimir Putin performed strongly in the elections in most of Central Asia ...
eurasianet.org/putin-wins-big-in-central-asia-but-kazakhstan-spoils-party
Japan's scallops, spurned by China, head to high-end U.S. market: LOS ANGELES -- Japan is setting up a supply chain for Hokkaido scallops bound for the U.S ...
asia.nikkei.com/Business/Food-Beverage/Japan-s-scallops-spurned-by-China-head-to-high-end-U.S.-market
Forget sky-high migration, Australia’s got bigger population problems: Much has been made of Australia’s recent migration boom. But the real issue is much bigger ...
theage.com.au/politics/federal/forget-sky-high-migration-australia-s-got-bigger-population-problems-20240325-p5fexs.html
‘Not the brightest bulb’: Donald Trump hits out at Kevin Rudd: The comments come eight months before November’s election, in which Trump and Joe Biden are both ...
smh.com.au/world/north-america/not-the-brightest-bulb-donald-trump-hits-out-at-kevin-rudd-20240320-p5fdrq.html
Chinese Premier Li Qiang on Track for Australia Visit, Penny Wong Says: Australia is preparing for a visit by Chinese Premier Li Qiang, the country’s second-most ...
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Israel seizes 800 hectares of Palestinian land in occupied West Bank: Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich’s announcement comes despite international pressure ...
aljazeera.com/news/2024/3/22/israel-seizes-800-hectares-of-palestinian-land-in-occupied-west-bank
Former Neighbours star sends UK into a spin: OPINION
news.com.au/entertainment/tv/current-affairs/losing-its-mind-uk-goes-wild-for-holly-valance/news-story/0d243162aec50d69103d06c64ffe2db5
Australia Extends Parental Leave to 6 Months. How That Compares to Other Countries
time.com/6957894/australia-paid-parental-leave-six-months-oecd-average/
The minute Trump labelled Rudd ‘nasty’, calls started flooding the Australian embassy
theage.com.au/world/north-america/the-minute-trump-labelled-rudd-nasty-calls-started-flooding-the-australian-embassy-20240321-p5fe9n.html
Python instead of poultry: Will we eat snakes in the future?: Snake meat has long been eaten in Asia. Researchers see potential for factory farming ...
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Australia selects BAE to build nuclear powered submarines: SSN-AUKUS will be one of the largest, most powerful and advanced attack submarines ever operated by ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/australia-selects-bae-to-build-nuclear-powered-submarines/
Australia's island state Tasmania headed for minority government after poll: Australia's Tasmania appeared to be headed for a minority government on Sunday as ...
reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/australias-island-state-tasmania-headed-minority-government-after-poll-2024-03-24/
India, EFTA Bloc Sign Free Trade Pact After 16 Years in Making
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Quick Glance: India Strengthens Trade Relations with Europe
- India signed a free trade agreement (FTA) with four European countries to boost investments and create new jobs.
- The agreement provides significant benefits such as tariff reductions, improved market access, and streamlined customs procedures.
- The ratification of the agreement by the EFTA states is expected to be completed by the end of the year.
- The TEPA is projected to enhance trade in various sectors, contributing to an increase in the current trade volume.
U.S., Japan, Philippines' leaders to meet for April summit: MANILA -- The leaders of the United States, Japan and the Philippines will meet for their first ...
asia.nikkei.com/Politics/International-relations/U.S.-Japan-Philippines-leaders-to-meet-for-April-summit
Albanese promised a better way. On borders, he’s doing it Howard’s way: This was a humiliation for a government that wants to project a sense of command and ...
theage.com.au/politics/federal/albanese-promised-a-better-way-on-borders-he-s-doing-it-howard-s-way-20240327-p5ffjz.html
How to handle six more years of Putin: In perhaps the least surprising news of the year, Vladimir Putin has triumphed at the Russian ballot box and been ...
asiatimes.com/2024/03/how-to-handle-six-more-years-of-putin/
Quick Glance: Putin revels in electoral victory amidst quiet protests
- Putin secures fifth term easily after suppressing opposition.
- Voters had virtually no choice in the election.
- Critics view the results as predetermined, Putin sees them as trust.
- Protests by the opposition, both in Russia and globally, are downplayed by Putin.
How terrible would a second Trump presidency be for Australia? Terrible enough: Now that Donald Trump is the inevitable Republican candidate, countries ...
theage.com.au/world/north-america/how-terrible-would-a-second-trump-presidency-be-for-australia-terrible-enough-20240311-p5fbcy.html
Europe dangerously deluded on Ukraine’s lost war: Europe is facing defeat in Ukraine as its policies on the war go sideways. Europe’s approach is increasingly ...
asiatimes.com/2024/03/europe-dangerously-deluded-on-ukraines-lost-war/
Australia news LIVE: Alice Springs declares emergency amid ‘pretty desperate situation’; Deportation law failure forces Labor-Coalition stand-off
smh.com.au/national/australia-news-live-living-standards-under-threat-from-lack-of-competition-children-could-be-removed-from-ndis-under-new-laws-20240328-p5ffu2.html
Faith groups reject hardline stance on discrimination law as Albanese plots way forward
smh.com.au/politics/federal/faith-groups-reject-hard-line-stance-on-discrimination-law-as-albanese-plots-way-forward-20240325-p5fewt.html
Watch: Japan rocket explodes seconds after launch: Space One’s ‘Kairos’ rocket burst into flames shortly after lift-off on Wednesday morning.
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Quick Glance: Rocket Explodes After Launch in Japan
- The Japanese company aimed to be the first private business in the country to put a satellite into orbit.
- The Kairos rocket exploded shortly after liftoff, causing a smoke plume and a forest fire nearby.
- Space One is investigating the incident, marking a setback for Japan's commercial space endeavors.
- The space transportation market is lucrative, with Space One planning to launch satellites using small rockets.
China Will Help Pakistan Overcome Foreign Debt Woes, Envoy Says: China will help Pakistan overcome its foreign debt woes by extending financial assistance to the ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-03-14/china-will-help-pakistan-overcome-foreign-debt-woes-envoy-says
Thailand Pushes Ahead With Bill to Legalize Same-Sex Marriage: Thailand is pushing ahead with its plan to legalize same-sex marriage, with lawmakers set to ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-03-14/thailand-forges-ahead-with-bill-to-legalize-same-sex-marriage
Labor frontbencher says the US is not our closest ally: The opposition is calling for Trade Minister Don Farrell to apologise to the United States after he ...
smh.com.au/politics/federal/labor-frontbencher-says-the-us-is-not-our-closest-ally-20240318-p5fdcu.html
China Lifts Punishing Tariffs on Australian Wine: Despite its thirst for Australian wine, China had taxed the imports in 2020 over a dispute about Covid-19.
nytimes.com/2024/03/28/business/china-australia-wine-tariffs.html
Bradley’s school years were the best of his life. For his twin, James, they were ‘hell’
theage.com.au/politics/federal/bradley-s-school-years-were-the-best-of-his-life-for-his-twin-james-they-were-hell-20240319-p5fdjz.html
Australian comedian Rove McManus on celebrity friends, music and the power of live TV
abc.net.au/news/2024-03-27/rove-mcmanus-interview-rove-live-take-5-zan-rowe/103628170
Metals lead rise in India's blue-chips; Adani stocks, small-, mid-caps fall: Indian blue-chip shares rebounded from a weak start on Monday, lifted by metal ...
reuters.com/markets/asia/indian-shares-set-open-little-changed-tracking-asian-peers-2024-03-18/
Asia Countries See Inflation Pressures, Upending Gains for Emerging Bonds: Asian nations are seeing a revival in inflation pressures, signaling weakening support ...
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Energy shortage fears prompt minister to pump up new gas projects: Federal Resources Minister says new gas production projects in NSW, Victoria would be optimal ...
theage.com.au/politics/federal/energy-shortage-fears-prompt-minister-to-pump-up-new-gas-projects-20240322-p5fehs.html
Billionaire Adani to Start Mapping Dharavi, Asia’s Biggest Slum, Next Week: Adani Group is set to begin mapping Asia’s largest slum, a highly valuable area at ...
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Australia sets up $650m fund for domestic solar panel manufacturing: SYDNEY -- Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced a fund totaling 1 billion ...
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Malaysia's 98-year-old ex-PM Mahathir released from hospital: KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia's nearly 100-year-old former prime minister Mahathir Mohamad was discharged ...
channelnewsasia.com/asia/mahathir-mohamad-former-malaysian-prime-minister-discharged-hospital-4202876
China's government officially abolishes heavy tariffs on Australian wine: China's government officially abolishes heavy tariffs on Australian wine ...
abc.net.au/news/2024-03-28/china-government-officially-abolishes-heavy-tariffs-on-wine/103644884
United States launches initiative to foster Central Asian connectivity: A new way of promoting rule of law.
eurasianet.org/united-states-launches-initiative-to-foster-central-asian-connectivity
Miriam Margolyes on the joy of swearing and why she is a serious person: The veteran Harry Potter actor is showing no signs of slowing down at 82.
theage.com.au/culture/comedy/miriam-margolyes-on-the-joy-of-swearing-and-why-she-is-a-serious-person-20240306-p5faax.html
Federal parliament live updates: Government considering religious discrimination laws, pushes for minimum wage increase
abc.net.au/news/2024-03-25/federal-parliament-live-updates-march-25/103626402
Australia news LIVE: Julian Assange’s High Court appeal ruling to be handed down tonight; Support for PM slips
smh.com.au/national/autralia-news-live-pm-s-rating-slips-amid-frustration-with-major-parties-premiers-revolt-over-federal-ndis-law-20240326-p5ff7j.html
Fiji PM orders Chinese police out of country, saying no need for them in Pacific police force
abc.net.au/news/2024-03-28/fiji-orders-chinese-police-to-leave-the-country/103640992
Ronaldo's Al-Nassr exit Asian Champions League with shootout loss to Al-Ain: Cristiano Ronaldo's Al-Nassr crashed out of the Asian Champions League in the ...
reuters.com/sports/soccer/ronaldos-al-nassr-exit-asian-champions-league-with-shootout-loss-al-ain-2024-03-11/
Taipei restaurant creates new menu highlighting Filipino dishes: Diners can sample chicken adobo, kare kare, and other Filipino fare at ABV Southeast Asian
taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/5113747
How plans to build 3900 homes shrank to just 414 houses: The Minns government has revised its plans to redevelop the Riverwood public housing estate near ...
smh.com.au/national/nsw/how-plans-to-build-3900-homes-shrank-to-just-414-houses-20240322-p5fegm.html
Kim Beazley urges Tanya Plibersek to reject Woodside LNG plant extension: Former Labor leader joins other ex-ALP leaders, Indigenous elders and scientists in ...
theguardian.com/australia-news/2024/mar/27/kim-beazley-urges-tanya-plibersek-to-reject-woodside-lng-plant-extension
Australia Labor Support Falls Risking Majority Despite Albanese Approval Rising: Australia’s center-left Labor government has seen its support fall despite a ...
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Five Things You Need to Know to Start Your Day: Asia: Good morning. Wall Street zeroes in on the next inflation print. TikTok’s fate in the US remains uncertain ...
bloomberg.com/news/newsletters/2024-03-13/five-things-you-need-to-know-to-start-your-day-asia
Australia chose Aukus and now it faces the prospect of having no submarine capability for at least a decade
theguardian.com/commentisfree/2024/mar/26/australia-aukus-deal-us-uk-submarines-virginia-class
Federal opposition to support immigration laws less than a day after delaying vote
abc.net.au/news/2024-03-28/federal-opposition-support-immigration-laws-after-delaying-vote/103645580
Who Australia Caught When It Went Looking for Chinese Spies: The first case tried under Australia’s foreign interference laws has raised tough questions about ...
nytimes.com/2024/03/16/world/australia/foreign-interference-laws-sunny-duong.html
A long shadow looms over Albanese's plan for a religious discrimination act as he holds out for a deal
abc.net.au/news/2024-03-21/albanese-religious-discrimination-act-bipartisan-support/103611564
Curfew announced for under-18s in Australia’s Alice Springs after unrest: Curfew will remain in place for two weeks after some 150 people went on the rampage ...
aljazeera.com/news/2024/3/27/curfew-announced-for-under-18s-in-australias-alice-springs-after-unrest
Chinese premier to visit Australia as Penny Wong rejects trade ‘quid pro quo’: Penny Wong insists the government did not drop restrictions on Chinese-made wind ...
smh.com.au/politics/federal/chinese-premier-to-visit-australia-as-penny-wong-rejects-trade-quid-pro-quo-20240320-p5fds8.html
Dr Mahathir still at IJN, hopes to recover soon: Dr Mahathir Mohamad expressed his gratitude to those who prayed for his and his wife's health and well-being ...
freemalaysiatoday.com/category/nation/2024/03/11/dr-mahathir-still-at-ijn-hopes-to-recover-soon/
Crunch time looms as Air Force 757s costs blow out: The cost of maintaining the Defence Force's ageing Boeing 757s is four times more expensive ...
newsroom.co.nz/2024/03/12/crunch-time-looms-for-costly-defence-force-757s/
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A Little Inflation: The Bloomberg Open, Asia Edition: Good morning. China’s CPI rises for the first time since August. Chinese buying is behind gold's ...
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