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Published on 00:25 GMT

A look back at South-east Asia’s strongest fire and haze episodes

SINGAPORE – South-east Asia has faced multiple episodes of severe haze, with at least four of them coinciding with particularly strong El Nino years. In 1982, 1997, 2015 and 2026, the fires in Indonesia were exacerbated by drier, hotter weather caused by …

Source: The Straits Times - Pro-Government
Published on Oct 22, 2026

Will US drop the ‘Big Bomb’ on Iran? Hard lessons for East Asia

Source: The Straits Times - Pro-Government
Published on Oct 22, 2026

Philippines’ FDI slowdown exposes uneven investment prospects across S-E Asia

Inflows are slipping as regional rivals draw tech projects, putting pressure on Manila [MANILA] Foreign direct investment (FDI) into the Philippines fell by nearly a quarter in the first seven months of 2026, raising concerns about the country’s ability to …

Source: The Business Times Singapore - Neutral
Published on Oct 22, 2026

Intra-Asia rates soften as congestion at major ports begins to ease

Photo: © Eugenesergeev | Dreamstime.com By Alison Koo 22 October 2026 Intra-Asia rates are receding from their recent highs as bottlenecks in major Chinese and other Asian ports subside. On 15 October, Drewry’s Intra-Asia Container Index dipped 3%, to an …

Source: The Loadstar - Neutral
Published on Oct 22, 2026

Another typhoon threatens recovery of East Asian ports from congestion

Joint Typhoon Warning Center By Alexander Whiteman 22 October 2026 Congestion may be easing in eastern China, but with Typhoon Champi set to sweep across the north-east coast of Taiwan tomorrow there are concerns that disruption to vessel movements could …

Source: The Loadstar - Neutral
Published on 00:23 GMT

Middle East set for bigger global energy role

Three defining dynamics dominate the 2026 outlook: The Eastward Migration of Influence: The global center of gravity for energy demand, investment, and strategic decision-making has moved decisively toward the Middle East and Asia. Re-Defining Energy …

Source: Gulf News - Gov't Propaganda
Published on Oct 22, 2026

IMF highlights AI-driven growth potential in Middle East, Central Asia

DUBAI, Oct. 22 (Xinhua) -- Artificial intelligence (AI) adoption could boost annual economic growth in the Middle East and Central Asia by 0.1 to 0.6 percentage points over the medium term, depending on countries' digital readiness and their ability to …

Source: Xinhua News Agency - Gov't Propaganda
Published on Oct 22, 2026

Global Hotel Alliance Signs on Far East Hospitality, Singapore-Based Regional Hotel Management Operator, Expanding Its ...

SINGAPORE — OCTOBER 21, 2026 — Global Hotel Alliance (GHA), the world’s largest alliance of independent hotel brands, today announces the addition of Far East Hospitality (FEH) to its growing global portfolio. The partnership brings 26 hotels and serviced …

Source: Thewisemarketer.com - Pending
Published on 00:06 GMT

Far East Hospitality to join Global Hotel Alliance portfolio in 2027

Far East Hospitality (FEH) will join the Global Hotel Alliance (GHA) ecosystem, under an agreement scheduled to take effect in early 2027. The transaction encompasses 6,212 rooms across 26 hotels and serviced residences situated in Singapore, Malaysia, and …

Source: Hotel Management Network - Pending
Published on Oct 22, 2026

IMF: Middle East, North Africa, and Pakistan to contract by 1.3% in 2026

The International Monetary Fund anticipates a significant decline in activity in a region affected by disruptions in energy, maritime transport, tourism, and trade. The gross domestic product of the Middle East, North Africa, and Pakistan is projected to …

Source: Benin Web TV - Pending