Japan’s Abe Sells Trade Deal to Congress With War Apology

Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe urged the U.S. government to work closely with his country to finish an ambitious Asia-Pacific trade deal that he said would promote democracy and freedom in the region.

Why China won't be Asia's dominant power

China may be Asia's economic powerhouse but it won't become the region's dominant power, according to a new report.

Taiwan's growth is downgraded as its economy contracts

Taiwan's economy contracted in the three months to the end of June, as the global slowdown weighed on export-dependent countries.

Foreign investment in China slips 6.9% as economy slows

Foreign direct investment into China fell in June as an economic slowdown dampened companies' appetite for expansion.

Indonesia ratifies convention on migrant workers

JAKARTA: Indonesia's parliament ratified on Thursday a UN convention on the protection of migrant workers in a move that will offer greater rights to millions of Indonesians working abroad.

Asia's rapid growth fuelling inequality, the ADB warns

Asia's rapid economic growth may undermine stability because the gap between the rich and poor is widening, the Asia Development Bank has warned.

India cabinet approves manufacturing push

India's cabinet has approved a major new policy to develop national manufacturing.