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Monday, 2 February, 2026
AstraZeneca unveils $15bn China investment during Keir Starmer visit
AstraZeneca unveils $15bn China investment during Keir Starmer visit
The UK pharmaceutical giant has announced a landmark $15bn China investment during the UK prime minister’s visit, marking its largest expansion yet to boost manufacturing, R&D and biotech collaboration.
Bangladesh’s economic difficulties continue amid political instability
Bangladesh’s economic difficulties continue amid political instability
Weak exports, inflation and a lack of foreign investment continue to weigh on the Southeast Asian nation; remittances are one bright spot.
DBS names Hong Kong managing director and North Asia chief credit officer
DBS names Hong Kong managing director and North Asia chief credit officer
Xu Qing, who has been at the bank for over a decade, will oversee all credit and risk functions in Hong Kong, mainland China and Taiwan.
Trump makes nominee decision for next Fed chair
Trump makes nominee decision for next Fed chair
Kevin Warsh, the youngest-ever Federal Reserve governor, needs to be approved by the Senate committee on banking.
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Asia’s private secondaries market at 'early stage': Jefferies
Asia’s private secondaries market at 'early stage': Jefferies
Chinese transactions are benefitting from a booming IPO market in Hong Kong, which is driving Asia growth from a low base.
AFF 2026: Hong Kong’s Paul Chan highlights SAR’s tech opportunities
AFF 2026: Hong Kong’s Paul Chan highlights SAR’s tech opportunities
Hong Kong's finance chief discussed opportunities in the Northern Metropolis, developing AI, foreign tech firms entering the SAR, green finance, and China's evolving role in supply chains.
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