China orders audit of government debt: Reports

BEIJING: China has called for an audit of all government debt, the national auditor announced Sunday, as concerns grow over official liabilities in the world's second-largest economy.

IMF approves $278.8 million aid to Bangladesh

WASHINGTON: The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has approved a financial aid of $278.8 million to Bangladesh.

Japan PM Noda Seeks Stimulus Package

Japanese Prime Minister Yoshihiko Noda ordered his Cabinet to draft an economic stimulus package Wednesday, in a move likely to further antagonize the opposition, who see the measure as a time-buying strategy by Mr. Noda to avert an early snap election.