Thai central bank raises policy rate to 2 pct

A 0.25-percentage-point rate hike announced by Thailand’s central bank brings the key policy rate to its highest level since early 2015. BANGKOK, June 2 (Xinhua) -- Thailand’s central bank has decided to raise its key pol ...

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RCEP trade deal enters into force for Philippines

The RCEP is "a modern, comprehensive, high-quality and mutually-beneficial economic partnership," says Philippine Trade and Industry Secretary Alfredo Pascual. MANILA, June 2 (Xinhua) -- The Regional Comprehensive Economi ...

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U.S. dollar weakens due to disappointing manufacturing data

NEW YORK, June 1 (Xinhua) -- The U.S. dollar suffered substantial losses on Thursday as disappointing economic data in the United States reinforced the case for the Federal Reserve to hold rates steady at its meeting this month. ...

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Afghan orphans grieve families killed in U.S.-led war

"When I see other boys with fathers, I wish I had my father here as well," said Sibghatullah, whose father was among numerous Afghan civilians killed in the 20-year U.S.-led war in Afghanistan. by Abdul Haleem KABUL, ...

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