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Stories from across Asia reflect the region's complexity: from energy markets and trade relations to corporate accountability, data security and competition in emerging industries like electric vehicles. Whether driven by government policy, corporate behaviour or market forces, developments in Asia often ripple through global supply chains, financial markets and international diplomacy, making regional news essential context for understanding world affairs.

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VW profits plunge and deep job cuts loom amid tough Chinese competition

  • VW profit and sales forecasts fell amid Chinese competition.
  • Up to 100,000 jobs could be cut globally.
  • Chinese sales dropped by more than 31%.

Volkswagen has reported a sharp fall in quarterly operating profit and lowered its revenue outlook, blaming weaker sales in China and intensifying competition from domestic Chinese manufacturers. The results increase pressure on the German carmaker to carry out a major restructuring programme, including plans to cut up to…

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“We still value the culture of physical media” As PlayStation prepares for an all-digital future, Sega president comes out in support of discs

  • Sega supports digital growth but still values physical game discs.
  • Sony’s reported disc plans have prompted consumer-rights concerns.
  • Sega cites growing PC gaming as a reason to expand digitally.

Sega president Shuji Utsumi has defended the continued importance of physical games media while acknowledging that greater digital distribution is necessary. His comments come amid backlash to Sony’s reported plan to end PlayStation disc manufacturing and sales by 2028, which has raised concerns about ownership and consumer rights.…

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Meet the Glasgow curry shop boss representing Pakistan at bowls

  • Glasgow restaurateur represents Pakistan in Commonwealth bowls
  • Qureshi lost his opening match but has four remaining
  • Scotland’s Jason Banks faces him on Friday

Pakistan’s Mohammed ‘Chico’ Qureshi, a 67-year-old Glasgow restaurateur, is competing in bowls at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games, having lived in the city for more than 50 years. His participation highlights the Games’ local connections and the personal stories behind international representation, as he returns to compete in…

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China’s routing of Biden in chip war with US created a communist tech giant

  • Huawei’s chip revenue is forecast to rise 60%.
  • US export controls have not halted Huawei’s growth.
  • The dispute highlights the US–China technology rivalry.

The article reports that Huawei’s chip revenue is expected to rise by 60% this year despite US export controls intended to restrict its access to advanced semiconductor technology. It argues that the restrictions have instead strengthened China’s push for technological self-reliance, helping Huawei develop into a more significant…

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Tech titan ordered to pay ex-wife $644m in divorce settlement

  • SK chairman ordered to pay ex-wife $644m
  • Award reduced after Supreme Court intervention
  • Case highlights SK Group’s economic importance

A South Korean court has ordered Chey Tae-won, chairman of SK Group, to pay his former wife Roh Soh-yeong 944bn won (£483m; $644m) in a divorce settlement. The high-profile case matters because SK Group is one of South Korea’s most important family-controlled conglomerates, with its chip business playing…

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Why have thousands taken to the streets? India’s ‘cockroach’ protest explained

  • Youth protesters demand India’s education minister resign.
  • The CJP grew from online satire.
  • Demonstrations have spread beyond Delhi.

Tens of thousands of Generation Z protesters have demonstrated in Delhi and other Indian cities, demanding the resignation of the education minister. The protests matter because a movement that began as online satire only months ago has quickly become one of India’s most visible youth campaigns. The movement…

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‘Jumbo’ Sequel, ‘Queen of Malacca’ Franchise Plans on the Cards as Indonesia’s Visinema Eyes Expansion (EXCLUSIVE)

  • Visinema targets a 2027 “Queen of Malacca” release.
  • The fantasy film is planned as a franchise.
  • A “Jumbo” sequel is also in development.

Indonesian studio Visinema is planning to turn its fantasy film “Queen of Malacca” into its next major franchise, with a release targeted for the first quarter of 2027. The project signals the company’s push to build locally rooted intellectual property that can travel internationally, while expanding its production…

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Asian stocks slide as Trump hits more than 80 countries with new tariffs – business live

  • New US tariffs triggered sharp falls across Asian markets.
  • Levies cover more than 80 countries, including the UK and EU.
  • Oil remains elevated amid Middle East supply fears.

Asian markets fell after Donald Trump announced new tariffs of 10% to 12.5% on more than 80 countries, including the UK, EU, China, India, Mexico, Canada and Australia. The measures replace a blanket 10% tariff introduced in February and have heightened concerns about weaker global trade and economic…

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Indian activist Wangchuk ends 26-day hunger strike as ‘Cockroach’ protesters vow to press on

  • Wangchuk ended his 26-day hunger strike.
  • Protesters still demand the education minister’s resignation.
  • The movement centres on exam leaks and reform.

Indian activist Sonam Wangchuk has ended a 26-day hunger strike that helped propel a youth-led protest movement calling for education reform and accountability over examination paper leaks. The protest’s continuation despite his decision underlines the scale of public anger and keeps pressure on the government, particularly Education Minister…

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Uniqlo Launches New Pokémon 30th Anniversary T-Shirt Collection

  • Uniqlo’s second Pokémon anniversary range is now available in Japan.
  • Eight pixel-art T-shirt designs reference the original games.
  • No international release has been announced.

Uniqlo has released a second Pokémon UT T-shirt collection as part of the franchise’s 30th anniversary celebrations. The range draws on the series’ early Game Boy era through pixel-art designs, offering fans anniversary-themed clothing that references the original generation. The Japan-only collection contains four adult and four children’s…

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