Economy
KL-Singapore high-speed rail bidders granted more time
Extension given due to complexity of project, start date unchanged
Nikkei Markets
Singapore exports continue decline, highlight tech slowdown
Shipments to China fall in March while those to US show strength
Economy
Asian central banks move toward policy normalization
Strong economies and Fed hikes provide nudge, but US-China friction looms
Economy
Automation not a threat to Asian workers, says ADB
Chief economist says new trade pacts will offset impact of US-China tariff fight
Nikkei PMI
Asian manufacturers less optimistic about output amid trade tensions
March PMI shows rising material costs is another concern
Economy
US-China trade war will hurt Asia's growth, says ADB
GDP in region's developing nations to ease to 6% over 2018
Economy
'Trump risks' cast shadow over bright Asian outlooks
Protectionism ranked as biggest concern for first time in a year, JCER says
Trade war
US-China trade row spells pain and gains for ASEAN
Spread of 'China plus one' production expected to boost investment in bloc
Economy
Singapore warns on China-US tariff tensions
ASEAN finance ministers reaffirm commitment to open trade
Nikkei Markets
Malaysia to keep export tax on crude palm oil suspended
Analysts say move to help support price of commodity amid strong export demand
Nikkei Markets
Singapore lags regional peers in gender diversity on boards
Mixed performance in other corporate governance areas, report shows
Business deals
Grab-Uber deal puts antitrust regulators in uncharted waters
Southeast Asian authorities review proposed tie-up of ride-hailing groups
Companies
Jardine Matheson appoints first board member to Vinamilk
British group is latest foreign investor to gain board seat at Vietnam state dairy
Nikkei Markets
Singapore private home prices jump, strengthening recovery
Public housing stagnates although some expect demand to rise
Economy
Tighter rules on foreign workers put Singapore's growth at risk
The government is keen to ensure jobs for locals, but the move could backfire
Nikkei Markets
Singapore factory output beats forecasts, concerns remain
Disappointing exports data, trade tensions prompt caution
Economy
Tighter rules on foreign workers put Singapore's growth at risk
Government struggles to balance economic dynamism with job security
Nikkei Markets
Singtel, rivals set for new battle over Internet of Things
Singapore carriers to provide networks to help connect millions of tiny devices
Asia Insight
Singapore seeks another economic miracle maker for next PM
Slower growth raises stakes of succession three years after founding father's death