New Zealand turns to election battles after coronavirus ‘wartime’
SINGAPORE -- New Zealand says it has effectively eliminated the coronavirus. Now comes the challenge of managing the political fallout.Prime...
Economic
Coronavirus snaps Philippines’ 21-year growth streak
MANILA -- The Philippine economy contracted 0.2% in the first quarter through March as travel restrictions and lockdowns crippled business...
US reaches deal to recover over $49mn involving Malaysia’s 1MDB
KUALA LUMPUR (Reuters) -- The United States has reached a settlement to recover more than $49 million involving Malaysian sovereign...
China’s exports rise even as coronavirus batters global economy
BEIJING (Reuters) -- China's exports unexpectedly rose in April for the first time this year, taking some pressure off manufacturers...
South Korea wary of coronavirus relapse as life returns to normal
SEOUL -- Life is returning to normal in South Korea, now that the daily coronavirus caseload has lightened to a...
China’s global campaign for virus-response praise met with silence
TOKYO -- China's state media has raised the volume on its criticism of U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo, accusing him...
Mitsubishi to finalize Bombardier regional jet deal on June 1
TOKYO -- Mitsubishi Heavy Industries said Thursday that it will formally acquire Bombardier's regional jet program on June 1, nearly...
Coronavirus latest: Vietnam drops restrictions on transport users
The Nikkei Asian Review is tracking the spread of the new coronavirus that originated in the central Chinese city of...
Japan’s plant-based meat industry beefs up its menu
TOKYO -- Plant-based meat is finally starting to catch on in Japan, with rising numbers of health-conscious consumers spurring food...
Beijing and local cities in tug of war over real estate policy
GUANGZHOU -- A tale that goes back to China's ancient Han Dynasty talks of farmers troubled by inconsistent government orders....
