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BoJ’s Ueda: We are aware of views we had not been clear enough in our policy guidance
Bank of Japan (BoJ) Governor Kazuo Ueda said on Tuesday, “we are aware of views we had not been clear enough in our policy guidance.” “Last summer's volatility was mainly caused by market concern over weak US jobs data, US economic slowdown,” he added.
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Tue, Feb 18
Vietnam paves way for Musk's Starlink, seen as "olive branch" amid US tariff threats
Vietnam to approve pilot scheme for satellite internet providersForeign providers would retain full control of operationsSudden shift in stance seen reflecting nervousness about potential US tariffs By Francesco Guarascio and Phuong Nguyen HANOI, Feb 18 (Reuters) - Vietnam plans to adopt rules th...Reuters
Tue, Feb 18
China’s NDRC: Precise policies to be implemented to help ease difficulties faced by private firms
The National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC), China’s state planner, said in a statement on Tuesday that “precise' policies to be implemented to help ease difficulties faced by private companies.” Additional takeaways 'Current' political, economic and social environment very conducive to development of private economy.Fxstreet
Tue, Feb 18
South Korea plans record $249 bln trade policy financing to aid exporters
SEOUL, Feb 18 (Reuters) - South Korea acting President Choi Sang-mok on Tuesday said the government plans to roll out a record 360 trillion won ($249.3 billion) worth of trade policy financing to aid exporters facing intensifying headwinds from U.S. tariff policies. "From now on, we will be maki...Reuters
Tue, Feb 18
China President Xi calls to boost country’s private sector
On Monday, Chinese President Xi Jinping presided over a meeting with Alibaba co-founder Jack Ma and other prominent entrepreneurs, signaling Beijing’s support for a long-marginalized private sector now considered key to reviving the economy, per Bloomberg.Fxstreet
Tue, Feb 18
