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- 1Japan's Resonac develops wafers that quadruple chip output▼Japan's Resonac develops large wafers that can yield 4 times as many chips
Japanese materials maker Resonac has developed larger semiconductor wafers that can produce four times as many chips as conventional ones, according to Nikkei Asia. The advance could cut production costs and ease supply bottlenecks as global demand for chips continues to grow across autos, electronics and AI hardware.
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Mercedes-Benz will assemble its electric GLC model in Thailand, adding local production of a battery-electric vehicle in Southeast Asia. The move points to growing investment in EV manufacturing capacity in the region, though details on timing, output or local partners have not yet been made clear.
- 3China to build robot, car and pharmaceutical plants in Kazakhstan▼China to launch robot, car and pharmaceutical plants in Kazakhstan
China plans to open new manufacturing facilities in Kazakhstan, including plants producing robots, cars and pharmaceuticals. The projects deepen economic and industrial cooperation between the two neighbours and fit Kazakhstan's push to attract foreign investment and diversify its economy beyond raw materials. The announcement is drawing attention across regional media as a sign of expanding Chinese industrial presence in Central Asia.
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Foreign Affairs argues that Japan is creating an opening for the United States to strengthen its position in Asia. The piece suggests Tokyo's diplomatic and strategic moves are giving Washington a renewed chance to deepen regional partnerships at a time of shifting power dynamics in the region, though the specific policy steps involved are not detailed in the headline.
- 5Hong Kong Face Singapore in Cricket's 13th Match●Hong Kong vs Singapore 13th Match Match Details, Schedule, Summary | ESPN.com
Hong Kong and Singapore are set to meet in the 13th match of their cricket tournament, with schedules and match details listed on ESPN. The fixture features two of Asia's associate cricket nations competing in what appears to be a regional tournament. Fans are checking match times, team summaries, and venue information ahead of the game between the neighboring city-states.