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World IMF cuts Japan’s growth forecast, upbeat on consumption prospects TOKYO: The International Monetary Fund (IMF) on Tuesday cut Japan’s economic growth forecast for this year due,... Published 16 Jul, 2024 06:59pm
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World Tighter asylum deportation rules take effect in Japan TOKYO: Japanese laws making it easier for the country to deport failed asylum seekers took effect Monday, with... Published 11 Jun, 2024 03:17am
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World Strong earthquake hits central Japan TOKYO: A strong magnitude 5.9 earthquake on Monday shook the area of central Japan that was hit by a devastating... Published 03 Jun, 2024 11:05am
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Following $600mn Ambani wedding, India has set the stage for its next growth phase, Pakistan is still lost
Following $600mn Ambani wedding, India has set the stage for its next growth phase, Pakistan is still lost
Following $600mn Ambani wedding, India has set the stage for its next growth phase, Pakistan is still lost