Fiona Zhang
Desk byline for North Asia at Asianomist, covering China, Japan and Korea, and the semiconductor supply chain.
India's August 2026 CPI inflation rises to 4.82%
India's consumer price index climbed in August, driven by higher food costs, though price changes varied significantly across everyday goods and services.
Philippine Fuel Prices Jump Over P4 Per Litre, Exceed P100
The Department of Energy announced increases taking effect 15 September, pushing some Metro Manila gasoline and diesel costs past P100 per litre after two weeks of consecutive rises.
South Korea Finance Nominee Rules Out Corporate Tax Cut
Lee Hyoung-il, South Korea's finance minister nominee, confirmed Sunday he will not pursue corporate tax cuts, citing this year's rate restoration from 24% to 25%.
Singapore details ministerial pay, entry-level salaries capped
The government confirmed entry-level ministers will not immediately receive SGD1.8 million annually, with a new framework introducing performance-based adjustments and a 9% cap on initial increases.
South Korea: Ministry Confirms Recovery, Exports Up 68.7%
The finance ministry's monthly Green Book report confirmed a sustained positive outlook, noting persistent Middle East war uncertainties despite August's strong semiconductor shipments.