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Paris, 13 August 2026 – The International Energy Agency has reduced its 2026 global oil-supply forecast to 102 million barrels a day as prolonged shipping disruptions constrain Gulf…
Washington, 13 August 2026 – A proposed US-China Board of Investment is struggling to move from summit announcement to practical consultation, underscoring how strategic distrust continues to limit…
Waters east of Taiwan, 12 August 2026 – China and Indonesia are preparing their first joint naval exercise in waters east of Taiwan, introducing a new operational dimension…
Canberra, Australia, 11 August 2026 – Australia and Vietnam agreed to deepen their comprehensive strategic partnership, placing critical minerals, semiconductors and clean energy at the centre of efforts…
Hong Kong, 11 August 2026 – Hong Kong and Malaysia are seeking to deepen commercial ties across finance, innovation, healthcare, professional services and the halal economy as bilateral…
Singapore, 10 August 2026 – The United States has reaffirmed that it is not disengaging from Asia while making clear that regional allies will be expected to assume…
Kuala Lumpur, 8 August 2026 – Malaysia has reinforced the practical reach of its trade restrictions after border authorities intercepted a container suspected of carrying strategic goods for…
Washington, 6 August 2026 – The United States has processed approximately US$100 billion in tariff refunds after the Supreme Court invalidated duties imposed under emergency economic powers, creating…
Washington, United States, 6 August 2026 – The United States administration is preparing a 15% tariff linked to a polysilicon trade probe, a measure aimed at countering Chinese…
Kuala Lumpur, 3 August 2026 – The United States has reaffirmed its commitment to deepen defence ties with Malaysia, adding fresh momentum to a bilateral security relationship that…
