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International relations
Australia recognizes West Jerusalem as Israeli capital
Prime minister says embassy will not move until city's status is settled
Business trends
Japan risks losing nuclear prowess with Turkey project abort
Plans to pursue overseas opportunities stall as safety costs tower
Economy
Japan to scrap Turkey nuclear project
Post-Fukushima safety measures doubled costs for Mitsubishi and partners
Economy
Pakistan turns to 'friends' after failing to secure IMF bailout
Analysts say Saudi and Chinese billions will not restore country's credibility
Business trends
Chiang Mai hotels up for sale as Chinese tour crowds dry up
Thailand confronts prospect of prolonged decline in mainland tourists
Business deals
Godiva's East Asia chocolate business up for sale
Mitsubishi Corp. and others among potential buyers from Turkey's Yildiz
Opinion
India should foster Iran relations despite sanctions
Growing links with US vital to counter China but New Delhi also profits from Tehran ties
International relations
Japan, India and China among 8 exempt from Iran oil ban, US says
Trump reinstates all sanctions that were lifted by Obama in 2015 deal
Companies
SoftBank committed to Saudi-backed fund despite murder
Group announces 40% cut in telecom workforce to slash service fees
Companies
SoftBank defies concerns over Saudi links with new investment
Investors expected to quiz CEO on future strategy as group posts results
Business trends
In vogue in Asia: Skin lightening serums, lasers and apps
Companies from Japan to Israel cash in on a growing market
Commodities
Oil tanker freight rates surge in Asia
US sanctions prompt importers to switch from Iran to Africa
Business deals
Taiwan Cement to invest $1.1bn in new Turkey joint venture
Proximity to Europe offers chance to ease reliance on Chinese market
Economy
Saudis throw Pakistan $6bn lifeline in return for show of support
Riyadh saves face with Khan's visit amid uproar over journalist's killing
Business trends
MUFG opens Saudi branch amid controversy
Announcement comes 3 days after bank decided against president's Riyadh trip
Business deals
Sumitomo and Hyundai ink deals at Saudi Arabia's 'Davos'
Aramco and partners sign $34bn worth of memorandums
Companies
Masayoshi Son will not speak at Saudi conference
SoftBank CEO with close ties to Mohammed bin Salman joins wave of cancellations
Markets
Emerging-market bonds lose luster as capital flees
Debt issuance drops 25% as US rate hikes expose risks
Business deals
Saudis change from patron to liability for Softbank's ambitions
Vision Fund secures $9bn credit line from Japanese and international banks
Economy
South Korea to cut gasoline tax to avert further spending slowdown
Latest measure expected to offset rising crude prices and help indebted households
International relations
Australia's Jerusalem proposal puts Indonesia trade pact at risk
Morrison floats moving embassy while Muslim countries object
International relations
Trump sends Pompeo to Saudi Arabia, while Asia markets stumble
Corporate leaders pull out of international conference hosted by crown prince
International relations
India to keep importing oil from Iran, brushing off US pressure
Despite sanction threats, New Delhi puts priority on obtaining low-cost energy
Business deals
Saudi Arabia to invest $45bn more in SoftBank funds
Kingdom likely to be a continued supporter of Son's investment vehicles
Economy
Saudis reportedly pull plug on solar farm project with SoftBank
Both sides say they continue to cooperate on solar energy endeavors