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Asia in 2026: Here is your yearly lineup of Asia's biggest business and political events. Which ones are you watching closely?
- Bangladesh vote
- Vietnam leadership change
- FIFA World Cup
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Asia in 2026: Bangladesh vote, Vietnam leadership change, FIFA World Cup
Events that will shape Asia this year
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January 5, 2026 at 1:05 AM
Good morning, Asia. This was our most read story over the weekend.

Mizuho, JPMorgan among SWIFT partners set for instant cross-border payments
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Mizuho, JPMorgan among SWIFT partners set for instant cross-border payments
More than 30 banks in 17 countries to take part in rollout as early as this year
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January 5, 2026 at 12:30 AM
Japan Inc. dividends to top 20tn yen for 1st time, nearing 40% of profit
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Japan Inc. dividends to top 20tn yen for 1st time, nearing 40% of profit
Payout ratio exceeds S&P 500's 34% amid criticism of cash hoarding
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January 5, 2026 at 12:00 AM
Japan aims to stop manga piracy with AI translation training program
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Japan aims to stop manga piracy with AI translation training program
Government also seeks to develop automated detection of illegal sites
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January 4, 2026 at 11:45 PM
US forces in Korea to hold rapid response posture for a Taiwan contingency
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US forces in Korea to hold rapid response posture for a Taiwan contingency
Adding Indo-Pacific to its scope of operation will enhance deterrence against China
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January 4, 2026 at 11:30 PM
Delhi's pollution crisis mirrors what Beijing faced in the early 2000s, but things have improved significantly in the Chinese capital.
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January 4, 2026 at 11:08 AM
Asia in 2026: Here is your yearly lineup of Asia's biggest business and political events. Which ones are you watching closely?
- Bangladesh vote
- Vietnam leadership change
- FIFA World Cup
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Asia in 2026: Bangladesh vote, Vietnam leadership change, FIFA World Cup
Events that will shape Asia this year
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January 4, 2026 at 9:40 AM
Many people think that bringing Japan's famously high-level customer service to the U.S. will lead to success, but Kura Sushi is betting that low prices are the key ingredient for winning over American diners.
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Kura Sushi tops McDonald's, Starbucks in revenue per square foot
Japanese revolving sushi chain posts larger revenue per area than US chain restaurant giants
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January 4, 2026 at 9:06 AM
Will gold keep its luster in 2026? Here are some key themes for investors to keep an eye on.
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January 4, 2026 at 1:25 AM
This was our most read opinion piece for the week.
- After a year of foreign-policy shocks, India faces hard choices
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After a year of foreign-policy shocks, India faces hard choices
New Delhi should recognize the reality, be flexible and think strategically
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January 4, 2026 at 12:00 AM