Channels news update

Here's a summary of the latest news updates from Channel News Asia:

Top Stories

  1. Singapore's economy grows 0.2% in Q2: Singapore's economy expanded by 0.2% in the second quarter of 2022, driven by a rebound in the manufacturing sector.
  2. Malaysia's PM Ismail Sabri Yaakob survives no-confidence vote: Malaysian Prime Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob has survived a no-confidence vote in parliament, with 111 MPs voting against him and 109 voting in favor.
  3. Indonesia's inflation rate rises to 4.68% in July: Indonesia's inflation rate rose to 4.68% in July, driven by higher food and transportation costs.

Regional News

  1. Thailand's PM Prayut Chan-o-cha to step down in October: Thai Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha has announced that he will step down in October, paving the way for a new government.
  2. Philippines' President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to visit China: Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is set to visit China next week, amid tensions over the South China Sea.
  3. Vietnam's economy grows 7.72% in Q2: Vietnam's economy expanded by 7.72% in the second quarter of 2022, driven by strong exports and domestic consumption.

Business News

  1. Singapore's GDP growth forecast revised downwards: Singapore's economic growth forecast for 2022 has been revised downwards to 3.2%, due to global economic uncertainties.
  2. Indonesia's stock market surges to new high: Indonesia's stock market has surged to a new high, driven by strong investor sentiment and economic growth.
  3. Malaysia's central bank keeps interest rates unchanged: Malaysia's central bank has kept interest rates unchanged, citing inflation concerns and global economic uncertainties.

Sports News

  1. Singapore's football team loses to Vietnam in AFF Cup: Singapore's football team has lost to Vietnam in the ASEAN Football Federation (AFF) Cup, 2-1.
  2. Thailand's golfers win two titles at Asian Tour: Thailand's golfers have won two titles at the Asian Tour, with Thongchai Jaidee and Jazz Janewattananond taking top honors.

Entertainment News

  1. K-pop group BTS to perform at Singapore's National Day Parade: K-pop group BTS will perform at Singapore's National Day Parade on August 21, marking their first performance in the city-state.
  2. Malaysia's film industry sees surge in production: Malaysia's film industry has seen a surge in production, with 150 films expected to be released this year.

These are just some of the latest news updates from Channel News Asia. Stay tuned for more news and updates from the region!