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Kajima Overseas Asia Expands Construction Operations Across Southeast Asia

Kajima Overseas Asia Expands Construction Operations Across Southeast Asia

Kajima Overseas Asia Expands Construction Operations Across Southeast Asia
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Philippines Sees Four-Month Low in FDI Net Inflows Amid Geopolitical Risks

Philippines Sees Four-Month Low in FDI Net Inflows Amid Geopolitical Risks

Philippines Sees Four-Month Low in FDI Net Inflows Amid Geopolitical Risks
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Cannes 2026 Film Festival Unveils Competition Lineup with International Focus

Cannes 2026 Film Festival Unveils Competition Lineup with International Focus

Cannes 2026 Film Festival Unveils Competition Lineup with International Focus
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Global Shipbuilding Orderbook Reaches 17-Year High Driven by Tanker Demand

Global Shipbuilding Orderbook Reaches 17-Year High Driven by Tanker Demand

Global Shipbuilding Orderbook Reaches 17-Year High Driven by Tanker Demand
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Japan watchdog checks banks' private credit exposure amid global strains, source says

Japan watchdog checks banks' private credit exposure amid global strains, source says

By Takahiko Wada and Makiko Yamazaki TOKYO, April 9 (Reuters) - Japan's financial regulator has been conducting checks on private credit exposure at major financial institutions, a source told Reuters on Thursday, as concerns mount over strains in the $2 trillion global private credit industry.
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Iran Warns Ships to Navigate Through Its Waters Amid Hormuz Standstill

Iran Warns Ships to Navigate Through Its Waters Amid Hormuz Standstill

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has issued a warning for ships to navigate through its territorial waters when crossing the Strait of Hormuz. This directive comes as traffic through the strait remains significantly below normal levels, with only a fraction of the usual number of ships passing through. The situation is complicated by a US-Iran two-week ceasefire, which has left shipping firms, including Japan's Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, uncertain about the implications for their operations. The IRGC's guidance aims to mitigate risks associated with naval mines and ensure safe passage.
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On This Day: Arbor Day First Celebrated in Nebraska in 1872

On This Day: Arbor Day First Celebrated in Nebraska in 1872

Arbor Day is a unique holiday dedicated to the planting and nurturing of trees. Its roots in the United States trace back to the 19th century, when...
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World Bank Approves $500 Million Loan to Boost Nigeria's Agriculture, Targeting One Million Farmers

World Bank Approves $500 Million Loan to Boost Nigeria's Agriculture, Targeting One Million Farmers

The World Bank has approved a $500 million concessional loan to Nigeria aimed at strengthening its agricultural sector. The funding, provided through the International Development Association (IDA), will support the Nigeria Sustainable Agricultural Value-Chains for Growth (AGROW) project from 2026 to 2032. This initiative targets smallholder farmers and agribusinesses to improve farm productivity, strengthen value chains, and create jobs. The project focuses on key crops such as rice, maize, cassava, and soybeans, and includes investments in research, climate-resilient seeds, and a national digital registry for farms. The AGROW program aims to link farmers directly to markets and private sector buyers, enhancing processing, storage, and market access.
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Japanese Copper Smelters Project 3.3% Increase in H1 Output Amid Rising Demand

Japanese Copper Smelters Project 3.3% Increase in H1 Output Amid Rising Demand

Japanese Copper Smelters Project 3.3% Increase in H1 Output Amid Rising Demand
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Iran Conflict Causes Supply Chain Disruptions Across Asia

Iran Conflict Causes Supply Chain Disruptions Across Asia

The ongoing conflict involving Iran has led to significant supply chain disruptions across Asia, affecting a wide range of products from ramen and K-beauty cosmetics to school uniforms and rubber gloves. The closure of the Strait of Hormuz has exacerbated shortages of key petrochemicals, driving up production costs and causing companies to struggle with maintaining supply levels. Countries like South Korea, Japan, and Malaysia are experiencing increased costs and shortages, with industries reliant on petrochemicals facing particular challenges.
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Japanese Copper Smelters Anticipate 3.3% Output Increase Amid Rising Demand

Japanese Copper Smelters Anticipate 3.3% Output Increase Amid Rising Demand

Japanese Copper Smelters Anticipate 3.3% Output Increase Amid Rising Demand
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Declining Demand Threatens Iceland's Whaling Industry

Declining Demand Threatens Iceland's Whaling Industry

Iceland's commercial whaling industry faces potential collapse due to declining international demand for whale products. The sector has not operated for two consecutive summers, with reduced market interest, particularly from Japan, historically the primary buyer of Icelandic whale meat. Activists attribute this downturn to sustained campaigning efforts against whaling. The situation raises questions about the industry's long-term viability and reflects a broader shift towards conservation and alternative economic activities such as whale watching.