Sri Lanka Seeks Chinese Aid to Rebuild After Deadly Cyclone
Sri Lanka asked China to help rebuild key infrastructure damaged by Cyclone Ditwah, which killed at least 641 people and caused extensive damage, the island’s foreign minister said, AFP reported via CNA.
Vanke Asks to Extend Bond Grace Periods Again, Adds Collateral
China Vanke presented revised proposals to extend two local bonds that included collateral pledges as well as longer grace periods, Bloomberg reported. Under the proposed terms, Vanke offered to use receivables from several property firms as collateral for the notes, according to drafts of the proposals sent to holders.
Malaysia’s Chief Justice Says Country ‘Urgently Needs’ More Judges as Caseload Soars
Malaysia’s top judge has warned that the country does not have enough judges to deal with a growing workload, stressing that this has placed an “immense and growing pressure on the justice system”, CNA reported.
Singapore Exchange Proposes Bond Futures for India, SE Asia
Singapore Exchange held multiple calls with treasury officials from global banks about introducing futures tied to some Asian government bond markets, Bloomberg reported. The bourse discussed introducing the futures for countries including India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines and Thailand.
New Indie Cinema Filmhouse to Open at The Projector’s Former Space
Five months after the sudden closure of local indie cinema The Projector in August 2025, an investor has hired several of its core team members to set up a new operation, The Straits Times reported. New independent cinema Filmhouse will take over the three-screen space at Golden Mile Tower.