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Myanmar’s military regime has relied heavily on China and Russia to withstand deepening international isolation, and that dependence will only deepen even after a nominally civilian government takes office in April, analysts say. [1]

KUALA LUMPUR -- Major Malaysian banks have posted growth in revenue and profit in 2025, but analysts say sustaining the momentum may be more challenging this year, as they expect the central bank's policy rate to remain at a relatively low level. [2]

Iran's decision to rebuff a 15-point peace proposal from U.S. President Donald Trump and outline its own conditions for a ceasefire reflects growing confidence in its negotiating position after nearly four weeks of war, analysts say. [3]

In 2026, Southeast Asia (ASEAN) faces a critical inequality crisis as the region’s rapid economic growth fails to distribute wealth equitably. Digitalisation and artificial intelligence are widening the income disparity. [4]

TOKYO -- Japanese equities are set for a fourth straight year of gains in 2026 as corporate profits continue to rise, according to analysts surveyed by Nikkei, but the wide-ranging forecasts reflect varying growth expectations. [5]

The high-stakes US military assault on Venezuela has sent shockwaves through the global order, providing China with an unexpected geopolitical opening. [6]

WASHINGTON -- China may have more aircraft carriers in the Pacific than the U.S. by 2035, analysts' assessment following a Department of Defense report indicates, underscoring the strong momentum of Beijing's military buildup. [7]

Is looming Xi-Trump summit behind the PLA’s break in air sorties near Taiwan? Analysts say the recent pause may be aimed at creating a conciliatory atmosphere in advance of this month’s leaders’ meeting ![While no aircraft were recorded near Taiwan o... [8]

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[1] MM www.irrawaddy.com · 2026-03-09 · 75% match

Myanmar’s Dependence on China, Russia Will Only Deepen Under New Gov’t: Analysts

Myanmar’s military regime has relied heavily on China and Russia to withstand deepening international isolation, and that dependence will only deepen even after a nominally civilian government takes office in April, analysts say.

[2] TH asia.nikkei.com · 2026-03-10 · 75% match

Malaysian banks face 'less forgiving' environment in 2026, analyst warns

KUALA LUMPUR -- Major Malaysian banks have posted growth in revenue and profit in 2025, but analysts say sustaining the momentum may be more challenging this year, as they expect the central bank's policy rate to remain at a relatively low level.

[3] MM www.japantimes.co.jp · 2026-03-27 · 65% match

Iran may believe it has the upper hand as Trump seeks talks

Iran's decision to rebuff a 15-point peace proposal from U.S. President Donald Trump and outline its own conditions for a ceasefire reflects growing confidence in its negotiating position after nearly four weeks of war, analysts say.

[4] TH www.chiangraitimes.com · 2026-03-23 · 65% match

Uneven Futures Inequality in ASEAN’s Race Toward Growth

In 2026, Southeast Asia (ASEAN) faces a critical inequality crisis as the region’s rapid economic growth fails to distribute wealth equitably. Digitalisation and artificial intelligence are widening the income disparity.

[5] TH asia.nikkei.com · 2026-01-03 · 75% match

Japan stocks to rise in 2026, with analysts split on how much: Nikkei poll

TOKYO -- Japanese equities are set for a fourth straight year of gains in 2026 as corporate profits continue to rise, according to analysts surveyed by Nikkei, but the wide-ranging forecasts reflect varying growth expectations.

[6] MM firstpost.com · 2026-01-04 · 75% match

Venezuela today, Taiwan tomorrow? Trump’s Maduro move hands China 'cheap ammunition' for Taipei strike, say analysts

The high-stakes US military assault on Venezuela has sent shockwaves through the global order, providing China with an unexpected geopolitical opening.

[7] TH asia.nikkei.com · 2025-12-30 · 75% match

China aircraft carriers set to outnumber US in Pacific by 2035: analysts

WASHINGTON -- China may have more aircraft carriers in the Pacific than the U.S. by 2035, analysts' assessment following a Department of Defense report indicates, underscoring the strong momentum of Beijing's military buildup.

[8] MM www.scmp.com · 2026-03-05 · 65% match

Is looming Xi-Trump summit behind the PLA’s break in air sorties near Taiwan?

Is looming Xi-Trump summit behind the PLA’s break in air sorties near Taiwan? Analysts say the recent pause may be aimed at creating a conciliatory atmosphere in advance of this month’s leaders’ meeting ![While no aircraft were recorded near Taiwan o

[9] TH asia.nikkei.com · 2025-10-05 · 75% match

Japan's Takaichi needs to be regional unifier, not divider: US analysts

WASHINGTON -- U.S. officials and analysts woke up to news on Saturday that Sanae Takaichi had been elected leader of Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party and is likely to become the first woman to lead the country as prime minister.

[10] TH www.chiangraitimes.com · 2025-12-07 · 65% match

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