Philippine Peso Bonds Said to Get $7 Billion in Bids
The Philippines started a global sale of as much as $1 billion of peso bonds, seeking a lower borrowing cost than available in the local market.
Manila hostages accidentally shot?
Investigators in the Philippines say police may have accidentally shot some of the hostages who were killed during a Manila bus hijacking last month.
Top Chef Watch: Singapore Slingers
I have seen every episode of Top Chef DC. I have also seen, with the exception of season 2, pretty much every episode of every season of Top Chef.
US accepts Myanmar refugees from Palau: priest
The United States has agreed to take 11 Myanmar asylum seekers who fled to the Pacific island nation of Palau fearing persecution in their homeland, the priest overseeing their case said.
Philippines Says Police Bullets May Have Hit Hostages
Gunfire from police may have killed some Hong Kong tourists in a Manila bus hijack last month, lead investigator Philippine Justice Secretary Leila de Lima said.
Cambodia: Chinese company plans $3B investments
A Chinese company says it will invest up to $3 billion in Cambodia’s energy, property and metal processing sectors, according to an official.
Japan, India, Thailand, Malaysia, Philippines: Asia Bond, Currency Preview
The following events and economic reports may influence trading in Asia s local bonds and currencies today. Bond yields and exchange rates are from the previous trading session unless stated otherwise.
Philippines Leader Faults Police Over August Siege
The president of the Philippines, Benigno Aquino III, blamed police for mishandling a hostage crisis that left eight tourists from Hong Kong dead.
East Timor deputy PM quits amid spat with boss
One of East Timor’s deputy prime ministers said he has resigned after Prime Minister Xanana Gusmao publicly called him a “liar” for his outspoken critiques of the government’s failure to tackle corruption and improve people’s lives.
Myanmar says China top ally, vote won’t affect ties
Myanmar’s reclusive leader on Thursday reassured Beijing that China is a vital ally and said an upcoming election and planned power transfer to a civilian government would not affect relations.
Unheralded Karmis sets pace at Singapore Classic
Little known Peter Karmis of South Africa produced his best round this season with a superb nine-under-par 63 to seize the opening lead at the inaugural Handa Singapore Classic on Thursday.
Singapore s G.I.C. Launches $3 Billion I.P.O.
The Singapore sovereign fund Government of Singapore Investment Corp. kicked off the initial public offering of its logistics unit on Thursday, aiming to raise up to $3 billion in what could be the city-state s biggest I.P.O., Reuters reported.
Philippines says police may have shot some hostages
Philippine investigators admitted for the first time Thursday that police may have shot some of the tourists in a bungled operation that left eight Hong Kong residents dead on a bus in Manila.
