Startups
Malaysian drone solutions provider Aerodyne raises $30m
Company wants to use funds to accelerate global expansion
Politics
Japan considers dispatching SDF near Strait of Hormuz
To avoid irking Iran, Abe to keep mission separate from US-led coalition
Nissan's Ghosn crisis
Nissan keeps Ghosn whistleblower on for upcoming trial
Hari Nada stripped of legal affairs responsibilities, but stays senior vice president
Finance
Japanese banks secure slots as Saudi Aramco underwriters
Mizuho and SMBC among 15 names planned for historic listing
Interview
US diplomat urges Japan and China to 'condemn Iran by name'
Special envoy on Tehran calls for Asian nations to join Hormuz coalition
Energy
Exclusive: Saudi Arabia floats change to Japan oil supply, sparks concern
Difficulty in processing high-grade crude highlighted following refinery attack
Opinion
Saudi oil attack is wake-up call for Asian economies
Region should not panic but must start stockpiling in case of future disruption
The Nikkei View
Attack on Saudi oil supply demands measured response
World must stay calm and not rush to judgment
Energy
Saudi oil production to recover within the month, minister says
Saudi Aramco's chairman affirms IPO will take place in 12 months
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Energy
Asia activates oil contingency plans as Saudi strike disrupts outlook
Trump suspects Iran involvement and hints at action
Energy
Saudi Aramco oil sites hit by drones, disrupting production
Attack reduces kingdom's crude output by half, energy minister says
Datawatch
Hormuz crisis threatens Asian imports beyond energy
US-Iran tensions endanger shipments of aluminum and chemicals
Economy
Tax avoidance drives nearly 40% of global FDI: report
'Phantom' investment flows into Netherlands, Luxembourg and other tax havens
Company in focus
Hospital giant IHH seeks healthy returns on India and China bets
Messy legacy of newly acquired Fortis clouds Southeast Asian group's prospects
Comment
Why Japan should stay out of US-led Hormuz coalition
Tokyo can leverage its ties with Tehran to foster talks between Iran and US
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Business deals
Singapore's Hyflux finds savior in UAE's Utico
Founder of troubled water company Olivia Lum to remain as CEO in deal worth $290m
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International relations
Kashmir looms over Modi's trip to France and Middle East
Indian PM makes countermove as Pakistan vows to take dispute to Hague
Trade war
US government to investigate if Chinese steel is evading tariffs
Commerce Department will check corrosion-resistant products from five countries
Business deals
Saudi Aramco to acquire 20% stake in India's Reliance division
Middle East oil and gas major to pay $15bn to expand footprint in energy-thirsty Asia
Food & Beverage
Japan instant rice maker hopes to feed Muslims going to Mecca
Small Tokyo company makes first foray into global halal food market
Companies
Hyflux pressured to conclude rescue deal by September
Singapore court says any further moratorium extension 'difficult' without agreement
Opinion
India and China cannot rely on US oil as Iran troubles heat up
American shale offers some hope for Asia, but practical problems too
Business trends
Egypt courts Chinese clothing makers seeking tariff refuge
Investment commitments so far limited despite duty-free access to EU and US
Interview
Masayoshi Son blasts critics who 'don't understand' AI's potential
SoftBank CEO predicts Vision Fund will see monthly IPOs around next year