The South Korean stock market saw only one listed firm join it's 1 trillion won ($849 million) market capitalization club in 2019, reflecting the overall weak performance.

(Source: The Korea Herald)

*China

Foreign companies in China with net assets of $42.8 billion are set to be eligible to obtain oil and gas mining rights.

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1 day ago

Philippine Catholics Swarm Christ Icon Hoping For Miracle

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u/maybeillremembernow

1 day ago

Tips for sitting cross legged?

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I have been living in Asia for 1.5 years now. Often I am required, expected, or just have the only option to sit on the floor cross legged. However it’s very uncomfortable, either my knees hurt or my legs go numb. Otherwise if it’s on tile the pressure rod my knees on my feet hurt. Are there any tips for becoming more accustomed to commonly sitting on the floor. I thought doing it often would help, but it has not so much. Still sitting for long periods of time is uncomfortable and involves a lot of fidgeting or readjusting. And eating an entire meal and sustaining a conversation in this way is near impossible. I try to always maintain levels of respect but sometimes it’s difficult. Any tips for being better at sitting on the floor properly? I’m not old or over weight.I am 24,but I am over 6’ tall and I am not the most flexible. Any tips for becoming better at sitting for extended periods of time?

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u/ZenModeJay

1 day ago

Any foreigner here in Philippines?

Anyone hereee?

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2 days ago

Japan: Creative Director for Tokyo Olympic Opening and Closing Ceremonies Quits Over Power Harassment

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u/IranisAsia

2 days ago

Is Iran Asia?

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I believe that Iran is Asia or should be considered Asian because of not only its geographical location but also because how Iranians created many things that Asians use to become smart. For example they created Modern Medicine and Algebra. They also have a great amount of knowledge, not including the Government. They also created basic human rights (Cyrus the Great's cylinder).

So just tell me your opinion.

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u/PrinceDakkar

2 days ago

Arrest Warrant Issued in Japan for Wife of Fugitive Ex-Nissan Chairman Ghosn

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2 days ago

In Pictures: Stunning Ice Sculptures at Chinese Festival

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2 days ago

Jan. 8, 2020, East Asia business news

Business

(Japan) Bourbon Corp. is set to introduce Cornet Cookie, a cookie straw, to restaurants and other businesses as of Jan. 21.

Japan's new car sales amounted to 5,195,216 units in 2019, down 1.5% year-over-year, indicating the first decline in 3 years.

(source: The Asahi Shimbun, JapanToday)

*Korea.

Shinsegae Department Store's Gangnam branch posted $1.71 billion annual sales in 2019.

The South Korean government is projected to pump $360 million into the technology and biologics field this year, up 10% year-over-year

(source: The Korea Herald)

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u/derwina

2 days ago

Malarial tablet yes or no in South-East Asia?

Hello, everyone! I am going to travel to South East Asia from mid-January to May (close to 5 months) and I am reading some mixed reviews about the actual necessity for malarial tablets. I've bought around 60 tablets already but I'm wondering if I really need for every single day as my doctor suggested for just in case. What do you guys think? (Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Laos, Cambodia and Vietnam I will be going to typical tourist places but I am also travelling by buses the borders and borders are usually always high-risk) Before anybody asks yes I have a good travel insurance I'm not trying to have to use it though lol

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