Hong Kong SAR Retains 4th Spot in Global FX; Offshore Renminbi Trading Surges
BIS survey shows Hong Kong SAR remains the world’s fourth‐largest FX hub, with daily FX turnover up 27.2% to $883.1B and offshore Renminbi trading up 64.8%.
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Hong Kong SAR Marks 76th National Day with Flag-Raising and Gala Reception
Hong Kong SAR celebrated the 76th National Day with a flag-raising ceremony and a gala reception, underscoring its global ratings ascent and vibrant future under One Country, Two Systems.
Macao SAR Marks 76th National Day with Flag-Raising & Reception
Macao SAR kicked off the 76th PRC National Day with a sunrise flag-raising at Golden Lotus Square and a reception at the China-Portuguese trade hub, highlighting stable progress and Hengqin integration.
Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Plant Runs on Diesel After Power Cut
The Soviet-built Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant in southern Ukraine has run on emergency diesel generators for over a week after fighting severed its external power line, raising safety concerns.
Shutdown Showdown: How Tough Talks Stalled the US Government
As the US government enters another partial shutdown, we explore how negotiation tactics, Senate math, and past standoffs shape the standoff’s real-world impact.
US Executive Order Pledges to Defend Qatar Against Any Attack
President Trump signs executive order pledging U.S. defense of Qatar against any attack, marking a new chapter in Gulf security ties.
Death Toll from Indonesia School Collapse Hits 5 as Rescue Efforts Intensify
The collapse of a school building in East Java has claimed five lives, with 84 still trapped under rubble as rescuers race against time.
Magnitude 6.9 Quake Strikes Cebu Province, 69 Dead and Counting
A 6.9-magnitude quake rocked Cebu province, central Philippines, killing at least 69 and sparking urgent relief efforts as military convoys deliver aid to affected communities.
Chinese Military Steps Up Patrols over Huangyan Dao to Safeguard Stability
Since September, the Chinese military’s Southern Theater Command has intensified patrols over Huangyan Dao to bolster control and stability in the South China Sea.
U.S. Government Shuts Down as Congress Deadlocks
The U.S. government shut down after Congress failed to agree on funding, furloughing 750,000 workers and roiling global markets.